Organic Comfrey - Tansy - Rose Hip - Eucalyptus - Yarrow Salve
This salve has two ingredients which can fight acne, yet it moisturizes. This may be helpful for combination skin that is prone to breakouts.
Comfrey, Symphytum officinale, is also known as “knitbone” because it has been traditionally used to encourage bone healing. It contains allantoin, a substance that can help new skin cells grow, reduce inflammation, and hasten wound healing.
Tansy, Tanacetum vulgaris, is known to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, and antifungal. properties. It helps calm irritated skin, reduce redness, and combat signs of aging. It can help fight acne.
Rosehips, Rosa Canina, are loaded with vitamin C which promotes the formation of procollagen that is necessary for connective tissue.
Eucalyptus, Eucalyptus radiata, is active against Staphylococcus aureus, Candida albicans, Acinetobacter baumannii, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Salmonella typhimurium.
Yarrow, Achillea millefolium, is native to Europe. Achilles used to tread soldiers' wounds, and this led to its other names of woundwort and herba militaris. The strong antioxidative properties of yarrow make is useful for reducing skin ageing while its antimicrobial properties make it soothing for irritations. It is cytotoxic and is being investigated as a cancer treatment. The alkaloid achillene is astringent and stops bleeding. This makes yarrow helpful for varicose veins and for wounds.
Grapeseed oil 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.
Olive oil 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, reducing signs of aging and wrinkles. It is anti-inflammatory and can soothe and calm irritated skin, reducing redness and swelling. Olive oil promotes wound healing by stimulating collagen production and reducing inflammation. It is antibacterial and antifungal.
Vitamin E is a strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. It has photoprotective qualities that are very beneficial for skin that is exposed to the elements.
Beeswax is an excellent moisturizer and protectant that helps balance the natural flora of the skin.
Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose or treat any illness.