Healing Salve
Midwife Courtney's Healing Herbal Salve is crafted with love from nature’s most potent, organic ingredients to soothe, heal, and protect delicate skin. This 2oz herbal-infused salve combines the nourishing properties of organic olive oil, enriched with organic calendula, comfrey, plantain, and helichrysum, plus organic sweet almond oil, organic coconut oil, local beeswax, and pure frankincense essential oil for a deeply restorative experience.
Perfect for holistic moms who prioritize pure, clean ingredients, this gentle yet powerful salve is a go-to for life’s little scrapes and skin irritations. Use it to help speed healing of cuts, scrapes, infected surface wounds, and scars, or to soothe diaper rash, sore nipples, and eczema. Safe for all ages and skin types, it’s an all-in-one solution to keep on hand for your family’s skincare needs.
Ingredients:
Organic Olive Oil infused with Organic Calendula, Organic Comfrey, Organic Plantain and Organic Helichrysum; Organic Sweet Almond Oil; Organic Coconut Oil; local Beeswax; Frankincense Essential Oil.
Benefits of Comfrey
Comfrey is valued for its skin-healing and anti-inflammatory properties, making it useful for wound care, bruises, and sprains. Rich in allantoin, it supports cell regeneration, helping repair damaged tissues. Comfrey’s mucilage and tannins soothe skin and reduce inflammation, while its rosmarinic acid and other antioxidants provide further anti-inflammatory benefits. Often applied topically as a salve or poultice, comfrey may alleviate pain, ease swelling, and promote faster healing for muscle and joint issues.
Benefits of Calendula
Calendula has been shown to help wounds heal faster, possibly by increasing blood flow and oxygen to the affected area, which helps the body grow new tissue. It is also used to improve skin hydration and firmness. The dried petals of the calendula plant are used in ointments to treat burns, bruises, and cuts, as well as the minor infections they cause. Calendula also has been shown to help prevent dermatitis or skin inflammation.
Benefits of Plantain
Plantain, often called "nature's bandage," is known for its potent skin-soothing and healing properties. Rich in anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and astringent compounds, plantain helps reduce redness, calm irritation, and prevent infection, making it beneficial for treating wounds, insect bites, rashes, and minor burns. High in allantoin, it promotes skin cell regeneration and speeds up the healing process, while also helping to minimize scarring. Additionally, plantain’s moisturizing properties support skin hydration and elasticity, making it an effective herb for overall skin health and repair.
Benefits of Helichrysum
Helichrysum, which historical records indicate has been used for its medicinal and beauty benefits since ancient times, offers numerous benefits for the skin, especially in scar remediation and healing. Rich in anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties, it aids in soothing irritated skin, reducing redness, and preventing infection, which is particularly helpful for acne and other skin inflammations. Its regenerative properties support cell renewal, helping to diminish scars, fine lines, and wrinkles while promoting an even skin tone. Additionally, helichrysum's natural wound-healing abilities assist in repairing damaged tissue, making it ideal for minimizing the appearance of scars and supporting overall skin vitality.
Benefits of Frankincense
Frankincense is valued for its powerful skin benefits, promoting a smooth, radiant complexion while supporting cellular health. Known for its anti-inflammatory and astringent properties, it helps reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and age spots, making it ideal for mature or sun-damaged skin. Its ability to boost cell regeneration aids in healing blemishes and scars, enhancing skin tone and texture. Additionally, frankincense’s calming qualities can soothe irritated or sensitive skin, while its antimicrobial effects support a clear, balanced complexion. With regular use, frankincense can rejuvenate and revitalize, leaving skin looking fresh and youthful.
