Organic Rose Hip - Cinnamon Salve

This is a soothing salve that can help fight the subtle signs of aging. 

Rose hips, Rosa canina or dog rose are the preferred hips for use in teas and tinctures. Rose hips contain very useful flavonoids, terpenoids, tannins, alkaloids, lignans and coumarins, and quinones. Rose hips are particularly rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. They are known to be used to prevent scurvy, shorten colds and flu, and increase collagen synthesis. Rose hip oil is used to prevent scarring and help reduce fine lines associated with aging. 

Cinnamon, Cinnamomum aromaticum, has anti-inflammatory properties, and is effective for reducing swelling and redness caused by acne, eczema, or other skin conditions. It is also active against Staphylococcus aureus, Influenza A, Herpes simplex 1 & 2, Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella typhimurium, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococcus faecalis, Campylobacter jejuni, Yersinia enterocolitica.

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

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.