🌿 Baking Powder (Aluminum-Free Double Acting)

Also known as: Leavening Powder • Sodium Bicarbonate & Cream of Tartar Blend
Family: Mineral compound (not a botanical; not related to the ragweed family)
Origin: Naturally derived from mineral salts and organic acid sources
Parts used: Fine white powder
Primary use: Internal (culinary) & External (cleansing, deodorizing, and skincare)

✨ Description

Light, pure, and versatile — Baking Powder is a staple that bridges the kitchen and the apothecary. This mineral-based blend of sodium bicarbonate (a gentle alkaline compound) and cream of tartar (a natural acid from fermented grapes) reacts when moistened to create a delicate, bubbling lift.

Ours is a premium, aluminum-free formula, crafted for those who value natural simplicity and clean ingredients. Beyond its well-known use in baking, it also doubles as a gentle cleansing and deodorizing mineral for home and body use — a truly essential multi-purpose powder.

🍵 Culinary Uses

As a natural leavening agent:

Use in breads, pancakes, muffins, and cakes to achieve a soft, airy texture.
Reacts twice — once when wet, and again when heated — for consistent lift and lightness.
Combine with acidic ingredients like lemon juice, yogurt, or vinegar for optimal rise.

Directions:
Use 1 to 1½ teaspoons per cup of flour, or as directed in your recipe. Store in a cool, dry place to maintain freshness and reactivity.

💧 Household & Herbal Apothecary Uses

As a natural cleanser and neutralizer:

Add to natural deodorants, scrubs, or bath soaks to help neutralize acidity and odor.
Combine with coconut oil or aloe to create a gentle exfoliating paste for underarms, feet, or blemish-prone skin.
Sprinkle into bath water for a detoxifying soak that soothes irritation and refreshes the skin.
Use as a non-toxic cleaner for teapots, cutting boards, or herbal tools to remove residue and buildup.

🌼 Sourcing & Composition

Our Baking Powder contains:

Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda): Naturally derived alkaline compound that provides the lift.
Cream of Tartar (Tartaric Acid): Sourced from fermented grapes; the natural acidic activator.
Organic Starch (from Non-GMO Corn or Tapioca): Keeps the blend free-flowing and moisture resistant.

Harvested and blended in small batches to ensure freshness and consistent performance.

⚖️ Energetics & Character

Taste: Mildly salty and tangy.
Energetic profile: Alkalizing, cleansing, and purifying.
Pairs well with: Bentonite Clay (for masks), Alum Crystals (for deodorant blends), or Lemon Juice (for kitchen cleaning).

⚠️ Warnings

For culinary or external use only; do not ingest in large quantities as a supplement.
Store in a sealed container away from moisture and heat.
Avoid contact with eyes or open wounds.
Keep out of reach of children and pets.

🌻 A Note from the Herbalist

In every apothecary — whether kitchen or herbal — there are a few humble essentials that quietly do it all. Baking Powder is one of them. It uplifts, purifies, and balances, reminding us that even the simplest minerals can transform what we make and how we live.

From baking bread to blending scrubs, it’s a natural multitasker that brings harmony to the home and balance to the body.