Ingredient Literacy: Honey Is a Perfect Case Study

If you’re building an esthetic department or developing a product line, honey is a great reminder that ingredient knowledge lives in the details. “Honey” isn’t a single ingredient — it’s a category shaped by floral source, region, season, and handling. In my latest Substack, inspired by a conversation with The Ingredientist and The Valley Hive, I break down what makes different honeys so different, why ingredients like propolis and royal jelly are so compelling, and how to talk about them in a way that’s grounded (not gimmicky).

No selling — just the kind of clarity that elevates consultations, protocols, and client education.

Read the full post on Substack. (and listen to the episode)