Welcome to Ana's Apothecary

Our Origin Story

Ana Jiménez de Castillo

Ana Castillo Jiménez

From family ritual to intentional craft.

Ana’s Apothecary began as a family tradition: a mother and her two daughters handcrafting soaps and wellness products together at home. These moments of making were creative, grounding, and deeply connective—an expression of care passed down through hands and generations. The name itself holds a special meaning. There was Ana, the mother, and her daughters, Ana and Nataly. Three women, and if you take the first letters—A-N-A—you get Ana once more. Ana to the third power.

Over time, that ritual evolved into a calling: to create plant-based alternatives that nourish the body while honoring intuition, nature, and meaningful self-care.Today, Ana carries this legacy forward, crafting products that invite others into that same sense of connection and presence.

Science Meets Intuition

Thoughtful formulations, guided by knowledge and care.

Ana brings a background in molecular biology to her work, shaping how ingredients are selected, blended, and tested. Her understanding of how chemicals interact with our bodies and ecosystems informs every formulation—ensuring products are gentle, effective, and aligned with holistic well-being.

At the same time, Ana honors ancestral wisdom, sensory experience, and intuition. This balance of science and soul is at the heart of Ana’s Apothecary—where research-backed insight meets intentional, mindful creation.

Our Values

Intention • Nature • Connection

Everything we make is guided by a belief that self-care is a relationship.

Intention: Each product is crafted with a clear purpose, from grounding and rest to energy and renewal.

Nature: We trust the wisdom of plants, using pure botanicals, essential oils, and mineral-rich ingredients sourced with care.

Connection: Our work honors the bond between body, earth, ancestry, and self.

Our products are designed to awaken the senses, support the body gently, and transform everyday moments into meaningful rituals.

Ritual & Use

An invitation to slow down.

Each Ana’s Apothecary creation is meant to be experienced mindfully. Product descriptions, social content, and in-store conversations often include suggestions for simple rituals through scent, touch, and presence to reconnect with yourself.

If you ever need guidance, we’re always happy to help you find the right product or ritual for your needs.

Custom Creations

Custom blends are one of our specialties.

From personalized scents and intentional blends to bulk orders for events, weddings, retreats, and client gifts, we love helping customers create something meaningful and unique.

Community

Ana’s Apothecary is also deeply connected to the Minneapolis and Twin Cities maker and wellness community.

We regularly participate in local markets, pop-ups, and workshops centered on aromatherapy, self-care, and creative exploration.

Ana’s Apothecary exists to remind you that caring for yourself can be simple, sensory, and deeply nourishing.

Every product is an offering crafted with care, guided by intention, and made to support you in coming home to yourself.