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My Approach

Listening comes first.I'd be honoured to hear your story — to really understand where you've been in your journey and what you're carrying. It's in that space of feeling truly heard that healing can begin. When the time feels right, we can gently explore natural ways to support your health and well-being together.Whenever you're ready… I'm here.

The herbalist

Meet the Herbalist

Hi, I'm Mary Johnson.From spring to autumn, my garden is one of my favourite places to be. Surrounded by plants, I find calm and inspiration — whether I'm planting new ones for remedies or harvesting fragrant sprigs for a meal. There's something special about using herbs straight from the garden, a simple pleasure I try never to take for granted.Herbs and gardening are more than hobbies; they shape the way I live. I spend time learning about plants, collecting seeds, and thinking of new ways to bring their benefits into daily life.Most importantly, my faith is at the heart of who I am. As a follower of Jesus Christ, I try to let His love and guidance shape everything I do.

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About Be Merry Apothecary

Be Merry Apothecary is a home-based business born from my enthusiasm for holistic healing. After a discouraging experience with conventional healthcare, I discovered the profound benefits of traditional herbal medicine — and developed a deep desire to help others find natural, compassionate support.Trained as a Community Herbalist through Pacific Rim College Online in Victoria, BC, I create remedies using high-quality ingredients that support each person's unique story and needs. My mission is to offer a gentle yet effective alternative to the impersonal approaches of modern medicine — fostering healing through care, connection, and the natural gifts of plants.Many of the herbs I use come straight from my own garden, where I grow and tend them with the same care I put into every remedy.

"A merry heart does good like a medicine." — Proverbs 17:22

Be Merry Apothecary was founded on this timeless truth: that joy and wellness are deeply connected. My desire is to nurture that connection — through the restorative power of plants, heartfelt care, and the gentle art of pausing to listen to nature and one another within God's beautiful creation.

BMA lip balms

What's in the Apothecary

At Be Merry Apothecary, I keep a plentiful supply of herbs, but my selection of herbal products is limited. This is because I prioritize using only natural preservatives, which means my products don't have a long shelf life. For oil-based items, I typically use only vitamin e as a preservative, if any at all. Water-based products, however, require preservatives to prevent spoilage; without them, they would last no more than a week in the fridge. My goal is to honor and utilize my herbs wisely, minimizing waste, which is why I include preservatives in my water-based formulations.All herbal products are made with organic herbs and in small-batches. Some of the products use herbs from my own garden, such as lip balms and the cough elixir with thyme and elecampane.

Until I have an online store, please contact me to inquire about what products I currently have. Send me a DM on Facebook or Instagram, or drop me an email — I'd love to hear from you.The Apothecary Shelf features my most loved and regularly available products, along with a few new ones (baby balm, cough elixir, and warming joint cream). I also create teas, tinctures, capsules, and custom herbal formulas tailored to your individual needs — just ask.

The Apothecary Shelf

Lemon Balm Balmy Lips
Lemon Balm Balmy Lips
A lemon balm lip balm made from fresh lemon balm leaves, providing natural hydration and a gentle, lemony scent. Can also help soothe canker sores and mouth ulcers.
Ingredients: fresh plant lemon balm infused almond oil, calendula infused almond oil, beeswax, vitamin e
4.5 ml$6
Lemon Balm Balmy Lips with Lavender
Lemon Balm Balmy Lips with Lavender
The same lemon balm lip balm, enhanced with a subtle addition of lavender essential oil. Lavender has been shown to help with the treatment of headaches.
Ingredients: fresh plant lemon balm infused almond oil, calendula infused almond oil, beeswax, lavender e.o., vitamin e
4.5 ml$6
Comfrey to the Rescue Salve
Comfrey to the Rescue Salve
A salve made with comfrey root and frankincense that helps with tissue repair, reduces inflammation, and soothes skin irritations — ideal for minor wounds and muscle discomfort.
Ingredients: comfrey root, olive oil, beeswax, frankincense e.o., vitamin e
60 g$20
Baby Bottom Bliss Balm
Baby Bottom Bliss Balm
Rash relief for tender tushes. A balm to soothe, protect, and nourish baby's delicate skin.
Ingredients: extra virgin olive oil, sweet almond oil, lemon balm, calendula, chamomile, marshmallow root, shea butter, beeswax, vitamin e
60 g$18
Thyme & Elecampane Cough Elixir
Thyme & Elecampane Cough Elixir
A honey-based cough elixir to support respiratory health. Thyme helps relax the cough reflex and loosen congestion, while elecampane supports deeper lung comfort during seasonal coughs.
Ingredients: thyme tincture (40% vodka), elecampane tincture (40% vodka), raw honey
60 ml$18
Elderberry Syrup
Elderberry Syrup
A sweet, spiced blend made with fresh elderberries, warming ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. Traditionally used for immune support, seasonal wellness, and soothing sore throats.
Ingredients: water, fresh elderberries, unpasteurized honey, bourbon whiskey (40%), fresh ginger root, cinnamon, cloves
120 ml$20
Warming Joint Cream
Warming Joint Cream
A warming herbal cream with comfrey root, cayenne, and arnica to soothe stiff joints and tired muscles. Peppermint adds a cooling sensation for comforting relief.
Ingredients: base cream, comfrey root oil, cayenne oil, arnica, peppermint e.o., vitamin e
30 ml$18
Sleepy Muscles Herbal Magnesium Spray
Herbal Infused Magnesium Oil Spray
A soothing magnesium spray infused with calming herbs to promote relaxation and better sleep. Also supports joint comfort by reducing inflammation and stress.
Ingredients: water, chamomile, lemon balm, calendula, lavender, magnesium chloride, vegetable glycerin, TRIstat ECO preservative
60 ml$18

All products are handcrafted in small batches in Comox, BC, using high-quality ingredients. To order, send me email or a DM on Facebook or Instagram.

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Frequently Asked Questions

An apothecary is a place where natural remedies are crafted using herbs and other botanicals to support health and well-being.
Herbal medicine works with the body's natural rhythms and focuses on supporting long-term balance and healing. Conventional medicine often targets symptoms with synthetic drugs, while herbal remedies take a gentler, holistic approach.
Yes! I provide one-on-one health consultations to understand your unique needs and create personalized herbal remedies.
Each product is carefully prepared in small batches using high-quality herbs. Custom formulas are blended specifically for each client after a consultation.
I make a variety of herbal products — creams, balms and salves, syrups and elixirs, tinctures, and more. Depending on your needs, I may recommend one or two remedies to best support your health and well-being.
If the formula is in stock, it can be picked up or mailed right away. If it needs to be made from scratch, please allow up to four weeks, depending on the formula.
Clear instructions for use and dosage are always provided with your remedy.
Yes — when chosen and used properly. I carefully select herbs that are safe, effective, and appropriate for your individual health needs.
It depends on the medicine and the formula. This is why consultations are so important — I review your health history to ensure safety and compatibility.
Some herbs act quickly, while others work gently over time to restore balance. Your formula may include both fast-acting and longer-term support herbs.
Orders are placed after a consultation, or you may send an email or DM to inquire about products currently available.
Payment is accepted by e-transfer to [email protected] or by cash.
Yes — I mail orders to clients who are not local. Postage will be added to your bill.
Herbs are gentle by nature and work best with consistent use — and every body responds in its own time and way. For this reason I'm unable to refund consumed products, but I truly want you to feel supported. Please contact me within 30 days if you have any concerns and I'll do my best to help.
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Contact

Do you have a health concern you'd like to explore naturally? It would be my honour to walk beside you on your healing journey. Please email me with what's on your heart — and if you have a doctor's diagnosis, you're welcome to include that as well. I'd love to hear from you.