Organic Dandelion - Honey - Rosemary Salve

This is a moisturizing salve that can help fight sun damage and irritation

Dandelion, Taraxacum officinalis, inhibits oxidation of skin cells when those cells are exposed to UV rays. It stimulates antioxidant regeneration, further acting as a protection against UV damage. This helps prevent fine lines, spots, and other signs of aging. Leaves and flowers are used for this salve. They are higher in beneficial polyphenols than the roots. Dandelion is antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial. It has been shown to be effective against Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Proteus mirabilis, Bacillus subtilis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Bacillus cereus, Vibrio harveyi, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Paracoccus bacillus, and other microorganisms. It can also inhibit the growth of Candida albicans. 

Raw Honey is a natural humectant, attracting and retaining moisture. It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties which soothe irritated skin and help prevent infections. Honey balances the natural flora of your skin.

Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis, is anti-infectious, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory, and anti-cancer. It is a promising agent for combating UV-induced photoaging, atopic dermatitis, and pollution-induced skin aging. It is antimicrobial against S. aureus, S. oralis, and P. aeruginosa, Candida, and E. coli.¹ The cited study contains interesting charts describing various outcomes of rosemary testing. 

Sunflower oil is non-comedogenic and contains the beneficial nutrients oleic acid, vitamin E, sesamol, and linoleic acid, which is anti-inflammatory and beneficial for eczema. 

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. 

¹ Li Pomi F, Papa V, Borgia F, Vaccaro M, Allegra A, Cicero N, Gangemi S. Rosmarinus officinalis and Skin: Antioxidant Activity and Possible Therapeutic Role in Cutaneous Diseases. Antioxidants (Basel). 2023 Mar 9;12(3):680. doi: 10.3390/antiox12030680. PMID: 36978928; PMCID: PMC10045493.