Soft Season Rituals: A Winter Skincare Alchemy Workshop
Winter asks more of our skin — more nourishment, more protection, more intention.
Soft Season Rituals is a hands-on workshop designed to teach you the foundations of clean, non-toxic skincare while inviting you to slow down and reconnect with your body through thoughtful making.
In this immersive experience, you’ll learn how simple, plant-based ingredients like herbs, botanicals, oils, butters, waxes, natural pigments, and exfoliants come together to create effective bodycare you can confidently make at home. Guided step by step, you’ll melt, blend, and customize three winter essentials — gaining foundational knowledge that extends far beyond the workshop itself.
Whether you’re coming solo, with a partner, or as a Galentine’s ritual, this workshop offers a creative, nourishing alternative to the usual Valentine’s plans.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Guided instruction on the foundational building blocks of clean skincare — herbs, botanicals, oils, butters, waxes, pigments, and exfoliants
Hands-on experience melting, formulating, and customizing each product
Creation of three full-size, take-home bodycare essentials:
Custom Lip & Cheek Tint (multi-use, buildable color using our best-selling Heal salve ingredients as the base)
Solid Lotion Bar for deep winter hydration
Exfoliating Sugar Scrub Bar to gently smooth and soften skin
A curated selection of clean, non-toxic ingredients to customize for your skin type
Care and usage guide to help you recreate and experiment at home
Small bites, herbal tea, and a warm, welcoming studio atmosphere
WHO THIS WORKSHOP IS FOR
This workshop is perfect for you if you:
Experience dry, sensitive, or winter-stressed skin
Are curious about making your own skincare but don’t know where to start
Want to understand why ingredients matter — not just follow recipes
Love clean beauty, intentional rituals, and hands-on learning
Are looking for a meaningful Valentine’s or Galentine’s experience
Want practical skills you can continue using long after the workshop
No prior experience is needed — just curiosity and a desire to care for your skin more intentionally.
WHAT TO EXPECT
A calm, guided experience with step-by-step instruction
Small group setting (limited to 12 guests) for personalized support
Time to ask questions, experiment, and learn at a comfortable pace
Hands-on melting and mixing at shared heat stations
Space to connect, create, and enjoy the process — no rushing
You’ll leave with beautifully packaged products, foundational skincare knowledge, and the confidence to DIY at home.
Spots are limited to keep the workshop intimate.
FAQ
Do I need prior experience?
Not at all. This workshop is beginner-friendly and designed to teach foundational concepts in a clear, approachable way.
Are the ingredients safe for sensitive skin?
All ingredients used are clean, non-toxic, and selected with sensitive skin in mind. However, if you have known allergies, please reach out ahead of time.
Can I recreate these products at home?
Yes — that’s the goal. You’ll learn the building blocks of formulation so you can confidently remake and customize these products on your own.
Will you host more skincare workshops in the future?
Yes — this workshop is just the beginning. Soft Season Rituals is designed as the foundation of a growing skincare alchemy series, where returning students can continue to deepen their skills and confidence. Future workshops will explore topics like customizing formulas for your specific skin type, working with botanical infusions, creating different types of products, and designing your own signature scent blends for bodycare.
Guests who attend this foundational workshop will receive early access and special pricing for these Level 2 and advanced classes, so you can continue building on what you’ve learned and truly make clean skincare your own.
🔔 CANCELLATION POLICY
We get it—life happens! Here’s how we handle cancellations:
10+ days before the workshop
Enjoy a full refund or choose to reschedule for another date.3–9 days before the workshop
We can’t offer a refund, but you’ll receive full credit toward a future workshop.Less than 48 hours’ notice or no-shows
Since all materials and preparations will already be set, we’re unable to offer a refund or reschedule.
💡 Can’t make it last minute? You’re welcome to transfer your spot to a friend—just send us their name ahead of time!
📸 MEDIA CONSENT
By attending, you acknowledge that photos or short videos may be taken during the event for promotional purposes. We keep photography minimal and respectful, but your hands, artwork, or presence may appear in Serein Botanicals’ social media or marketing materials.
QUESTIONS?
Reach out anytime: [email protected]
Led by Joanna of Serein Botanicals:
Joanna is the founder of Serein Botanicals, a Los Angeles–based studio where she handcrafts plant-based products in small batches and curates immersive workshops. Her work blends nature, artistry, and ritual, inviting people to slow down, connect, and discover the beauty of creating with their own hands.