Washington, D.C. - October 03, 2008

Olive It a Lot

Athena’s Olive Tree

Back when Athens had some other name, the gods vied for the job of patron deity. Competing to provide the city with a useful gift, Poseidon offered a salt water fountain; Athena bestowed the abundant olive tree.

Guess who won?

Need another hint? Check out Athena’s Olive Tree, a local line of natural, handcrafted skin care and body products.

The innovative offerings include lotion bars loaded with natural moisturizers like olive oil, cocoa butter, and sweet almond butter. Co-owner Rachel Timmerman spent years perfecting her formulas and will work with clients to customize products based on needs, preferences, and skin type. Plus, the adorable oatmeal and butterscotch bath cookies smell good enough to eat.

Everything will leave your skin feeling remarkably soft and moisturized.

Try that with salt water.

Available online at athenasolivetree.com.