Before we get into anything aesthetic, Pinterest-worthy, or even slightly advanced, we need to ground this in reality.
Herbs are not harmless.
They’re natural, yes. They’re powerful, yes. But “natural” does not automatically mean safe, gentle, or something you can use however you want without consequences. That mindset is where people get themselves into trouble, and it usually happens early on because nobody bothers to explain it properly.
A lot of beginners assume that if something comes from a plant, it’s safe to burn, safe to touch, safe to put on their skin, safe to ingest, safe to mix with whatever they feel like. That’s not how this works. Some herbs are perfectly fine to work with in multiple ways. Others should never be burned. Some shouldn’t go anywhere near your skin. Some absolutely should not be ingested. And some are straight up toxic.