The Story of Valentina

When I was a nine-year-old on Cape Cod, I found an old book of gypsy spells that my mother had left for me when she died. I quickly set about performing the spells with my fourth grade friends. The nine-year-old gypsy became the tweener stalking the aisles of health food stores, always looking for the best ingredients for my little herbal recipes.

In high school, I put together love spell kits for friends with boyfriend troubles. As a late teen I ran away to Paris, where I read tarot cards by the banks of the Seine. Paris led to Hollywood, and eventually to Portland.

I had always dreamed of offering the natural ingredients in my spell kits to anyone who needed a little magic to focus their lives. We began making our products at home, over the same big green kitchen stove we made pancakes for our kids on. Valentina’s Home-Brewed was born.

I always try to remember that life is an adventure that starts every day. It’s up to us to make today count. I would be honored if you would include my products when you create your own daily rituals in life.

You will never find artificial fragrances or colors in our products. All of our body care smells like what it is made of. I don't buy products with artificial scents, and I certainly won't sell them to you. That's a promise.