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Pricing & Shipping Updates
Pricing & Shipping Updates
At Rocky, our mission has always been to help people connect with nature. Since the beginning, we’ve stayed true to our values—producing our products from our workshop in Canmore using... Read more...
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How to read Rocky’s product ingredient listings
Ever picked up a product and wondered, “what do some of those ingredient names actually mean?”  You’re not alone, and we believe understanding your products should feel simple, not overwhelming. ... Read more...
Spirit North: Helping Indigenous youth be unstoppable
Spirit North: Helping Indigenous youth be unstoppable
Youth deserve to be unstoppable. In sport, in school, and in life. Working hand in hand with communities across the country, Spirit North’s aim is to ensure that all Indigenous... Read more...
Our Sustainable Journey
Our Sustainable Journey
Like nature, we’re evolving—with intention Inspired by the mountains they call home, our co-owners Cam and Karina built a life—and a company guided by their deep connection to nature. A... Read more...
Earth Every Day
Earth Every Day
Celebrating Earth Month & over 25 years of Rocky At Rocky, we believe that nature is for everyone. It connects us, grounds us, and makes us feel so, so alive.... Read more...
Nature Curated: A Combination of Canada’s Finest
Nature Curated: A Combination of Canada’s Finest
Where mountains and oceans meet, nature creates something remarkable.  The heart of Rocky is in the Rockies, but as proud Canadians, we’re inspired by the landscapes that shape our country—from... Read more...
Like nature, we’re growing
Like nature, we’re growing
    The new world of Rocky At Rocky, we feel our best in nature, and we feel our best when we nurture ourselves with nature. That’s why for over... Read more...
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Allergies FAQ
Even when it comes to our 100% natural ingredients some of us can still find ourselves meticulously reading labels in search of a pesky ingredient we find ourselves allergic or... Read more...
Everything Wash Washes Everything
Everything Wash Washes Everything
Soap is where we started, and it's what we do best. For over two decades, we've refined our craft, using centuries-old techniques made better for today.  Our Everything Wash Castile... Read more...
Hand Sanitizer
Hand Sanitizer FAQ
The final batch of Hand Sanitizer sold in 2025 marked the end of the road for this product. With some exciting new products and packaging on the horizon, we’ve made... Read more...
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Sustainable ways to wrap with intention
There’s something about a thoughtfully wrapped gift that makes it feel even more special. At Rocky, we want to make your holiday gifting effortless. Visit us in-store for a full... Read more...
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Giving back to nature
At Rocky, we believe that nature is for everyone. It connects us, grounds us, and makes us feel so, so alive.  For over two decades, we’ve been guided by nature.... Read more...
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Our Natural Standard
“I have so much trust in nature's ability to provide everything we need for beautiful, healthy-looking skin.” Karina Birch, CEO THE ROCKY NATURAL STANDARD At Rocky, we believe in the power... Read more...
Skincare Stories
Skincare Stories
We’re passionate about formulating natural skincare with high-quality ingredients. Our skincare range took over five years to develop in-house with a team of experts. It was important to us to... Read more...
Rocky Reserve Grove collection
How Rocky Reserve Supports The Yarrow
Rocky Reserve is a premium experience crafted with a holistic approach to source high quality ingredients, formulate locally and give back to the land that sustains us so it’s here... Read more...
Skincare
The Art of Healthy Aging Joyfully
The anti-aging conversation has changed in recent years. Although aging was previously associated with corrective measures and trying to look as youthful as possible, the new narrative is something entirely... Read more...
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Our Sustainable Packaging Philosophy
At Rocky, we feel our best in nature—and we feel our best when we nurture ourselves with nature. That’s why, for 25 years we’ve been crafting natural products right here... Read more...
22 Years of Natural With Karina
22 Years of Natural With Karina
As we enter Earth Month, we’re celebrating our history with nature. Our co-founder and CEO, Karina, took a chance on natural 22 years ago and it’s been a beautiful journey.... Read more...
How To Update Your Skincare Routine For Spring
Spring is coming. Is your skin ready?
Spring is about renewal. As the temperature begins to rise and we shed our heavy coats in favor of something lighter, our skin is also going through a transformation. In... Read more...
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Rocky Refills Program
Our Rocky Refills program gives your bottles a second life. Once we collect empty containers from our in-store Rocky Refill bins, they are returned to our workshop, to be sanitized,... Read more...
Why Sweat Is Good For You
Why Sweat Is Good For You
We’ve been getting excited about sweating lately. With our new cream deodorant, we feel protected all day to do the things we love. Whether it’s running in the crisp morning... Read more...
Skin Food: How Our Decadent Fall Soaps Nourish Skin
Skin Food: How Our Decadent Fall Soaps Nourish Skin
With autumn just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to enjoy those cozy, warm scents that we look forward to every year. To celebrate the best of fall, we... Read more...
Easy Vanilla Chai Latte Recipe
Easy Vanilla Chai Latte Recipe
Fall is in the air. Our new Vanilla Chai Community Bar has arrived just in time for the cooler evenings of September. Loaded with shea butter, spicy cardamom, and warm... Read more...
Introducing Natural Cream Deodorant
Introducing Natural Cream Deodorant
Rocky’s new natural Cream Deodorant has arrived. This is an innovative new way to care for your underarms. We want to share the secrets behind why Karina, our CEO, wanted... Read more...
Your Natural Sunscreen FAQs
Your Natural Sunscreen FAQs
Our sunscreen is a summer essential made with natural ingredients and a mineral formula that’s easy to apply and gentle on your skin. It’s reef-safe and goes on smooth without... Read more...
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The Story Behind Canadian Balsam Fir
The deep, resiny scent of Balsam Fir not only smells amazing—like walking through the forest with fresh brush underfoot—it’s good for you, too. The Balsam Fir (Abies balsamea) is an... Read more...
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How Natural Changed Your Life
We recently reached out to you on Instagram asking the big question: How has switching to natural changed your life? We had so many incredible responses, it’s a shame we... Read more...
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Behind the Rocky Skincare Collection
We’ve been making natural for over 20 years and while it’s definitely a team effort, our Owner and CEO, Karina Birch, has been grinding to formulate the products you love... Read more...
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Advice from Mom to Mom
With Mother's Day just around the corner, we reached out to our rocky moms for their best advice to new moms. We asked what they wish they knew when their... Read more...
Lily Pond Farms harvester in a field of Crambe.
Meet the Farmer: Abyssinian
Abyssinian oil, also known as Crambe Abyssinica, is an ingredient we love here at Rocky. You can find it in our new Complete Cream Cleanser, hair conditioner, massage oil and... Read more...
Complete Cream Cleanser with Karina
Complete Cream Cleanser with Karina
Our Complete Cream Cleanser is made with Canadian Abyssinian oil, brightening rosehip and purifying kaolin clay. This is the all-in-one face cleanser you’ve been waiting for. Shop Cream Cleanser Remove makeup, dirt... Read more...
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Simple Ways to Celebrate Women's Day
“Women’s Day is a time to reflect on the enormous progress that has been made towards equality. I am passionate about playing my part in that journey by creating opportunities,... Read more...
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Turmeric Latte Recipe + Benefits
Turmeric Latte is our newest, fabulous Community Bar, here for the month of March. Packed with natural goodness like Turmeric, Local Honey and Organic Shea Butter, it’s here to make... Read more...
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How We Lather Naturally
We love clean hair. Who doesn’t? It’s so satisfying to step into the shower and work up a rich lather of shampoo. Then that silky feeling from conditioner after? Just... Read more...
Forest Bathing - something to add to your self-care routine
Forest Bathing: Truly In Nature
A Rocky Walkthrough on Forest Bathing Take a moment, close your eyes, breathe it in, imagine you are in the woods. There is a peace and serenity to actually being... Read more...
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The Flower Of ...
Flowers are special. There’s just something about waiting for them to bloom, open up and share a special secret with the world that makes hearts melt and people swoon. Some... Read more...
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How to Gua Sha
You don’t need to go to the spa to get a luxurious facial. Gua Sha is here to lift, firm and give you a glowing complexion, all from home. Release... Read more...
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Spotlight on Humic Acid
There’s a star ingredient in our Everyday Hero Shower Gel that you can also find in our Black Soap Paste — and it comes from compost. That’s right, Humic Acid,... Read more...
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How We Get Bubbles, Naturally
There’s nothing quite like slipping into a hot bath after a long hard day, especially when it’s a little chilly out. Maybe you’ve been hitting the slopes, the cross country... Read more...
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Our Winter Running Guide
Many of us picked up our sneakers this spring and started an outdoor running routine. With gyms closed sporadically, plus the proven benefits of physical activity and getting outdoors, it’s... Read more...
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Our 2020 Community Bar Donation
Giving feels good. We started our Community Bar program in 2020 as a way for our monthly feature soap to give back all year round. $1 from every Community Bar... Read more...
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DIY Granola Recipe
We love getting outdoors—but it also makes you snacky. That’s why we wanted to share this delicious and healthy DIY granola recipe. Make ahead and it’s there to fuel you... Read more...
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6 Proven Benefits of Connecting to Nature
Alright, we admit it — we're addicted to nature. We love getting fully booked in nature. It's our passion and we love sharing it with you through our all-natural products... Read more...
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All About Avocado
We love eating avocados, but we love what they can do for your skin just as much (if not more). In the spirit of all things natural we wanted to... Read more...
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Rocky Staff Picks
We’ve got a lot of incredible products to choose from, so if you’re having trouble deciding, why not go straight to the source? Who knows a Rocky product better than... Read more...
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Happy Holidays
Our co-owners, Cam and Karina, want to say thank you and Happy Holidays, from their home to yours. Thank you, Rocky family! Read more...
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Your FAQS About Curbside Pickup
We know it’s a strange time, but if you're looking for your natural fix, here's all you need to know about how you can shop with Rocky! Some stores have... Read more...
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DIY 100% Natural Manicure
Your hands. They type, cook, drive, create, work, serve and clean. They encourage through touch, comfort and calm, they massage away pain and tend to bruises. Your hands are an... Read more...
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5 tips to put your best Zoom face forward
We’ve been living our lives online for a while now...but there’s always room for improvement when it comes to looking stunning, virtually. For many of us when the pandemic hit... Read more...
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Crafty Connections This Holiday
Handmade cards to match a handmade gift — because that’s what Rocky products are, handmade in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. We know times are unpredictable and maybe you’re... Read more...