Jessicka

Jessicka Nebesni is the Senior Marketing Strategist and Herbal Liaison for Mountain Rose Herbs. Her passion is to share the most educational, empowering, and useful resources with the Mountain Rose Herbs community and on her IG account @herbalasfolk. Having practiced Macrobiotic food preparations in California, beekeeping in Oregon, and making herbal crafts for local farmers markets in New Jersey, she has a wide variety of experiences and knowledge to share. Her passions include preserving food, gardening, practicing herbal wellness, making DIY skin and body care recipes, and living a lifestyle of minimal impact on the Earth.

Recent Posts

Self Heal (Prunella vulgaris) Monograph: Botany and Uses


I was first introduced to self-heal (Prunella vulgaris) while walking through a field many years ago. Once I got a good look at her, she stopped me in my tracks, and I spent a lot of time sitting on the ground admiring her magnificent flowers. I was inspired to get to know my new (then) friend, Prunella, on a deeper level, so I went home and hit the books. It's been a part of my herbalism practice ever since.

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DIY Sheet Mask Recipe for Dry Skin

Sheet masks are one of my favorite at-home spa skin care recipes to make. For those of you who may not have heard of them before, sheet masks are a skin care treatment that uses a piece of fabric soaked in a solution that is intended to bring a host of benefits to the skin. They can be found in just about any store that sells skin care products, but they come at the price of additional preservatives for shelf stability and single-use packaging. They also range in price, with the inexpensive ones including less than natural ingredients and the expensive ones being well...expensive! This is why I opt to make my own.

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Full Moon Roll-On Perfume


Each lunation (also known as a lunar cycle), we watch as Mother Moon waxes and wanes; our thoughts and actions wax and wane alongside her. If you've been following this series, you know that we welcomed the New Moon with intention setting for ourselves. Then, during the Waxing Quarter Moon, we put action to those dreams; we planted seeds and supported our mental sharpness with energizing aromatics. Now, as we enter the Full Moon, or what I like to call the "Lunar Crescendo”, we are prepared to reflect, let go, and make space for new dreams to flourish. While this is essential,  it can come at a cost of heightened emotions and a feeling of heaviness. 

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Moon Phase Aromatherapy: Waxing Quarter Moon Perfume Spray

In the first part of this Moon Phase Aromatherapy Series, we explored the profound influence of lunar transitions on our lives. Regardless of personal beliefs, it is undeniable that the moon exerts significant and tangible effects on all living beings and ecosystems on Earth. The moon influences the distribution of energy within plants, and its gravitational pull causes the oceans to ebb and flow, resulting in changed currents and tides.

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After-Shower Body Toner Recipe


Many of us remember to use facial toners as part of our daily skin care routines, but what about the rest of our body? Wouldn't the skin on our arms, legs, and torso appreciate the same care as our pampered faces? The answer is a resounding yes!

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Moon Phase Aromatherapy: New Moon Roll-On Perfume

Each lunation (also known as a lunar cycle), we watch as Mother Moon waxes and wanes, appearing almost as a celestial shapeshifter in the sky. While she remains whole all along, the energy feels different to us inhabiting Earth. Our emotions ebb and flow in response to her phases, and our actions often mirror this rhythmic dance. The natural world, too, is attuned to these lunar shifts; plants respond by directing their energy to various parts, while the oceans engage in a dynamic push and pull, altering currents and waves. Regardless of one's spiritual belief system, it is undeniable that the moon exerts tangible effects on every living entity on our planet.

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Comfrey Monograph: Benefits, Uses, & Controversy


Comfrey (Symphytum spp.) is a divisive plant in herbalism. There is some very serious contention about how to use it safely and effectively in the herbal community. Some say that it should never be consumed internally, while others drink tea made from the leaves. Some also say that you shouldn’t use plants that were even harvested from the same beds as comfrey for internal use. All of that is to say, there is some drama surrounding this plant! But first, let’s talk botany…

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How to Make Foaming Hand Soap: Spring Sunshine Scent




I don’t know about you, but I am ready for all things spring!  Here in Oregon, we are just coming out of several months of rain and overcast skies, and as the spring buds and blooms begin to emerge, I dive headfirst into the season. (Even though many of us Oregonians know this as “False Spring” because we get a few wintery surprises before real spring arrives.)  Yet, I still move forward with my spring cleaning and crafting season

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The Basics of Herbal Preparations: A Beginner's Guide

For those just beginning their herbal journey, it can be difficult to know where to start. There are so many kinds of herbalism to practice, niches to explore, and teachers to learn from. In my herbal journey, getting hands-on experience with herbs was THE most important part of it all. I could read about herbs all day long, but until I smelled, tasted, and felt the effects of the herbs, the information just didn't "stick" as well. That's one of the reasons I'm so passionate about sharing the basics of crafting herbal preparations.

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2 DIY Body Care Recipes for Pickle Lovers

 


These pickle-themed recipes started out as an April Fool's joke, but quickly turned into a reality when I realized how many people love ALL things pickles.  Even body care! Whether you are a pickle connoisseur, or are looking for a fun (or gag) gift for the pickle lovers in your life, these simple recipes are quick and easy to craft and are a whole lot of fun to share. 

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DIY Facial Cream Cleanser with Blue Tansy



If you are a person who finds traditional face soap to be too drying, you just may fall in love with cream cleansers! Most conventional face cleaners strip the skin of natural oils (called sebum), which can result in unbalanced skin. This can cause a host of problems, including breakouts, redness, itchiness, and ironically oily skin! What I love about cream cleansers is that they help to remove dirt and excess oil, but in a gentle and restorative way. 

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Jessicka

Jessicka Nebesni is the Senior Marketing Strategist and Herbal Liaison for Mountain Rose Herbs. Her passion is to share the most educational, empowering, and useful resources with the Mountain Rose Herbs community and on her IG account @herbalasfolk. Having practiced Macrobiotic food preparations in California, beekeeping in Oregon, and making herbal crafts for local farmers markets in New Jersey, she has a wide variety of experiences and knowledge to share. Her passions include preserving food, gardening, practicing herbal wellness, making DIY skin and body care recipes, and living a lifestyle of minimal impact on the Earth.

Recent Posts

Self Heal (Prunella vulgaris) Monograph: Botany and Uses

Prunella vulgaris is a highly versatile plant that is commonly found in many home apothecaries and wellness cabinets. Learn more about this incredible plant and ways to put it to use for immune, digestive, and skin care support.
WRITTEN BY Jessicka

July 11, 2025

DIY Sheet Mask Recipe for Dry Skin

Sheet masks are incredibly easy to craft and making your own allows you to customize the ingredients to match your skin type. Try this moisturizing sheet mask recipe for dry skin!
WRITTEN BY Jessicka

July 2, 2025

Full Moon Roll-On Perfume

Support heightened emotions with this aromatherapy recipe. While intended to support the energy of the Full Moon, this blend is helpful for anytime when there is a need to move energy, ground down, and feel supported.
WRITTEN BY Jessicka

June 11, 2025

Moon Phase Aromatherapy: Waxing Quarter Moon Perfume Spray

The Waxing Quarter Moon is a time for action! Celebrate this lunar phase with a body mist that is sweet, energizing, and also supports mental clarity needed during this time.
WRITTEN BY Jessicka

June 2, 2025

After-Shower Body Toner Recipe

This simple body toner artfully combines the aromatic and therapeutic properties of ylang ylang, rose, calendula, and sweetgrass hydrosols, paired with just the right amount of vegetable glycerin to leave your skin feeling deeply rejuvenated, balanced, and hydrated.
WRITTEN BY Jessicka

May 30, 2025

Moon Phase Aromatherapy: New Moon Roll-On Perfume

The New Moon is a time for setting intentions and dreaming big. Celebrate this lunar phase with a perfume blend that is light, herbaceous, and evokes the feelings of hope that accompany times of planning and charting a new course.
WRITTEN BY Jessicka

May 25, 2025

Comfrey Monograph: Benefits, Uses, & Controversy

Comfrey is a divisive plant in the herbal community. In this monograph, you will learn about its unanimously agreed-upon uses and where the controversy begins.
WRITTEN BY Jessicka

April 17, 2025

How to Make Foaming Hand Soap: Spring Sunshine Scent

Celebrate the buds and blooms of the season with this DIY foaming hand soap recipe.
WRITTEN BY Jessicka

April 7, 2025

The Basics of Herbal Preparations: A Beginner's Guide

Learn about the most common herbal preparations and find articles and resources for further learning.
WRITTEN BY Jessicka

April 2, 2025

2 DIY Body Care Recipes for Pickle Lovers

These pickle-themed recipes are sure to delight the pickle people in your life! Pickle bath salts and lip balms make really fun and easy (gag) gifts!
WRITTEN BY Jessicka

April 1, 2025

DIY Facial Cream Cleanser with Blue Tansy

In this DIY facial cleanser, we called upon one of the most underrated essential oils for skin care and aromatherapy—blue tansy!  Blue tansy oil has a divine aroma that is supportive in times of stress and long list of benefits for the skin.
WRITTEN BY Jessicka

March 27, 2025