Organic Sun-Worshipper's Salve

This salve may help soothe and repair a mild sunburn, calm that feeling of sun-exposure, and protect skin from sun-damage such as fine lines. It is not a sunscreen.

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Comfrey (Symphytum officinale), organic, is also known as “knitbone” because it has been traditionally used to encourage bone and musculoskeletal healing. It contains allantoin, a substance that helps new skin cells grow, reduces inflammation, and hastens wound healing.

Rosehips (Rosa Canina), wild organic, are loaded with vitamin C which promotes the formation of procollagen for growing connective, skin, and bone tissue. Their high anti-inflammatory content and fatty acids help suppress COX expression and inhibit pain. ¹

Sweet Woodruff, (Galium odoratum), wild organic, is wonderfully aromatic. It is used to heal burns and studies have shown that it is antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant. The coumarins in sweet woodruff reduce tissue swelling.² It can help increase vascularity and improve collagen viability.³

Frankincense (Boswellia), USDA organic, is strongly anti-inflammatory. It boosts collagen production, inhibits pain, and is UVB-protective to fight sun damage.⁴

Olive oil, USDA organic, is non-comedogenic and rich in fatty acids, which hydrate and moisturize. It contains antioxidants, such as vitamin E and polyphenols, which help to protect the skin from free radical damage. It is anti-inflammatory and can help soothe irritated skin, reducing redness and swelling. It promotes wound healing by stimulating collagen production and reducing inflammation. It contains squalene, which is good for UV ray protection.

Castor oil, USDA organic, has a comedogenic rating of 1, making it highly unlikely to clog pores. It penetrates the skin better than most other oils. The active ingredient is a monosaturated fatty acid called ricinoleic acid, which accounts for 90% of the fatty acids in the oil. It is anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, moisturizing, and humectant.

Grapeseed oil, USDA organic, penetrates skin quickly and doesn't leave it feeling oily. It can help fight acne, possibly due its high linoleic acid content. It is non-comedogenic.

Sweet Almond Oil, USDA organic, is rich in vitamin E, A, and fatty acids. It provides antioxidants which help fight the signs of aging. It has a comedogenic rating of 2, making it unlikely to clog pores.

Vitamin E, USDA organic, is a strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. It has photoprotective qualities that are very beneficial for skin that is exposed to the elements. It helps preserve the oils used in salves by preventing oxidization.

Beeswax is an excellent moisturizer and protectant that helps balance the natural flora of the skin.

¹Mármol I, Sánchez-de-Diego C, Jiménez-Moreno N, Ancín-Azpilicueta C, Rodríguez-Yoldi MJ. Therapeutic Applications of Rose Hips from Different Rosa Species. Int J Mol Sci. 2017 May 25;18(6):1137. doi: 10.3390/ijms18061137. PMID: 28587101; PMCID: PMC5485961.

²Saadati F, Modarresi Chahardehi A, Jamshidi N, Jamshidi N, Ghasemi D. Coumarin: A natural solution for alleviating inflammatory disorders. Curr Res Pharmacol Drug Discov. 2024 Sep 25; 7:100202. doi: 10.1016/j.crphar.2024.100202. PMID: 39398983; PMCID: PMC11470182.

³Kahkeshani N, Farahanikia B, Mahdaviani P, Abdolghaffari A, Hassanzadeh G, Abdollahi M, Khanavi M. Antioxidant and burn healing potential of Galium odoratum extracts. Res Pharm Sci. 2013 Jul;8(3):197-203. PMID: 24019829; PMCID: PMC3764671.

⁴Kotb EA, El-Shiekh RA, Abd-Elsalam WH, El Sayed NSED, El Tanbouly N, El Senousy AS. Protective potential of frankincense essential oil and its loaded solid lipid nanoparticles against UVB-induced photodamage in rats via MAPK and PI3K/AKT signaling pathways; A promising anti-aging therapy. PLoS One. 2023 Dec 21;18(12): e0294067. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0294067. PMID: 38127865; PMCID: PMC10735031.