Where Plants Meet Science
Accessible, science-savvy herbal and natural product education for modern plant nerds—plus the strategy, formulation support, and guidance to help you build with confidence.
Rooted in tradition. Backed by science.
Built for real life.
Herb Nerd is the space where herbalism, formulation, and practical business support come together. Whether you’re learning to make better remedies, refine your formulas, or build a product-based brand with integrity, you’ll find education that is thoughtful, grounded, and actually useful.
Beginner Soap Making
An immersive soap-making experience that will transform you into a skilled soap maker
From foundational to scientific medicine making for the beginner and intermediate Herbalist
Intermediate: Formula Building Blocks
Demystify cosmetic chemistry & become a master formulator
Herbal Remedies Masterclass
Beginner: Botanical Lotion & Creams
Featured Courses
Hone your Herb Nerd skills anytime, from wherever you plant yourself.
Go from beginner to intermediate
lotion maker in one course
Curious about Herb Nerd but not ready to jump into a paid course yet? Start with one of these free resources and get a feel for the teaching style, approach, and product pathways.
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Herb Nerd was founded by Colleen Bingham—herbalist, educator, formulator, and guide for the next generation of plant-focused makers and founders. With experience spanning herbal education, lab work, formulation, compliance, product development, and real-life entrepreneurship, Colleen brings both depth and practicality to the table.
She’s here to help you create products and businesses that are thoughtful, effective, and built to last.
Meet the Original
Herb Nerd
- Charlotte Powell
Herbalist
Not only does Colleen have a vast array of Herbal knowledge, fine tuned from working in the field for many years, but the way she is able to disseminate information is so clear and concise, that I was able to immediately go out and make my own medicine with a really good foundation of knowledge. I would highly recommend her courses to anyone want to dive right into herbalism!
-Madeline Harris
Herbalist
Colleen brings a new definition to holism by intertwining herbal knowledge of the past with her fascination with the chemical makeups of plants. She dives deep into constituents and how those are best extracted. She is a world of knowledge that far surpasses just a knowledge of plants but the inherent knowledge that they hold as a whole. Her fascination with the science of it brings a complex and comprehensible appetite for everyone. She breaks what seems to be very complex mathematical problems down into a format that is understandable and easier to follow...
- Marianna Josie
Herb Nerd Student
Colleen sets you up to succeed, is super organized, and has a great sense of humor. This class says it's for beginners but there's alot of info in this even for the intermediate herbal lotion maker. Highly recommend!
-Mary O'Bryne
Herb Nerd Student
I have tried to make lotions and creams before using rudimentary instructions and did not have good results. I love how this teacher provided formulas and included scientific details about the formulas and the herbs themselves. One thing that really surprised me was the use of tinctures & glycerites in the lotion. So cool! I cannot wait to try out these formulas at home and start experimenting. Thanks!
Frequently Asked Questions
You’ll walk away with practical, real-world skills—whether that’s creating your own herbal remedies, formulating skincare products, or understanding the “why” behind what you’re making.
Q. What will I actually be able to do after taking a course?
Most courses are self-paced so you can learn on your own time. Some programs may include live elements or be recorded and turned into evergreen content.
Q. Are the courses self-paced or live?
Not at all. Many of our courses are designed for beginners, while others go deeper for more advanced learners. You can start wherever you are and grow from there.
Q. Do I need experience to take these courses?
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