In this workshop, taught by Yaya Vallis, you will be taken through the process of infusing comfrey and calendula into a versatile salve that supports skin health. Dive into the history of these powerful herbs, exploring their traditional uses and therapeutic benefits. Unveil the secrets of herbal infusions and create a personalized salve, all while gaining a deeper understanding of these remarkable herbs. Join us for an immersive experience where history and practicality converge in the world of herbal skincare.

Yaya Vallis (they/them) is a Philly Herb Hub herbalist and educator who is committed to building and imagining a future that centers food/medicine sovereignty, autonomous self-liberation, and deep ancestral healing. They are a generational herbalist who specializes in medicinal honey and skincare.

 The bulk of the preparation will go to Philly Herb Hub—a free mutual aid herbal medicine hub for Black folks in Philly.