We a distinct rhythm to wildcrafting and formulating that cannot be rushed. In clinical herbalism, we look closely at constituents, extraction ratios, and standardized botanical formulations. But before any of those modern standards ever touch a recipe, the foundation is laid out on the land itself.
When we harvest locally in Secwépemcúl̓ecw, our work begins with Indigenous protocol or practices. We offer water, giving thanks to the plant nation for what it provides for our products and our customers. That respect is just as vital to a successful batch as any laboratory scale or temperature gauge. It is about understanding that all plants we use are living relatives, not just raw ingredients and we must treat them with respect.
When I established Up the Hill Inc., my goal was never to chase fleeting skincare trends or mass-produced commercial shortcuts. I wanted to bring together a Two-Eyed Seeing approach—blending ancestral Indigenous Secwépemc plant knowledge handed down through generations with rigorous clinical herbalism.
That means our formulations are intentional. Every mist, cream, and wellness item is crafted without synthetic fragrances, parabens, or unnecessary fillers. We ditched outer retail boxes entirely to honor a minimalist, eco-conscious standard, because protecting the environment that feeds our apothecary is just as important as the products we bottle.
Building a brand this way takes patience. It means testing formulas until they meet exact clinical benchmarks. It means doing the physical work of hand-crafting batches in our own workspace. But when a stockist or a customer writes to tell us how an Arnica cream or a ritual mist has brought comfort to their daily routine, every late night and every meticulous step proves its worth.
We are proud to share our authentic botanical wellness line from our home to yours—rooted in integrity, guided by tradition, and formulated for real, lasting care.
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