Super Dry Skin Healing Balm

Functionality of each ingredient:

organic shea butter- high in fatty acids- linoleic, oleic, palmitic and stearic acids- balance skins oils, softens and hydrates skin, anti-inflammatory- soothe irritation/relieve itching/reduce swelling and redness, softens scar tissue, speed healing, helps prevent scarring, helps regulate skin’s sebum production- balances skins oil production, antioxidant- promotes cell regeneration, restore lipids, antibacterial- decrease acne causing bacteria, antifungal- kills spores of ringworm and athlete's foot, reduce appearance of scars and stretchmarks, reduce appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, naturally SPF 3-4, reduce hair breakage, decrease dandruff and skin flare ups, helps heal wounds and burns

• easily absorbs, won’t make skin oily - a fat extracted from the nuts of the shea tree/native to West Africa, solid at room temp, off-white - ivory color

  • contains…

    • vitamin A and E - promote circulation and healthy skin cell growth

    • triterpenes - help deactivate collagen fiber destruction

    • triglycerides - nourish and condition skin

    • cetyl esters - conditions and locks in moisture

organic olive oil- rich in vitamins and antioxidants, improves skin’s moisture, anti-aging effects, relieves sun damage, rich in monounsaturated fats- contribute to healthier looking skin, fights oxidative stress, increases collagen, cleanses, lowers chances of acne, promotes wound healing, anti-inflammatory

• infused with… 

• organic plantain (plantago)-antibacterial, anti-irritant, natural expectorant and antiseptic, speeds healing in insect bites (ants, flies, bees and wasps) and snake bites, rashes and other wounds, antimicrobial- aids regeneration of skin cells, eases scalp irritation from dandruff, psoriasis, etc., helps remove buildup of debris and excess oil in hair contains tannins, aucubin and mucilage full of vitamins and minerals- high in vitamins A, C and K, contains calcium and iron

• organic comfrey (symphytum)- promotes skin health, reduces inflammation, can promote healing of pulled muscles and ligaments, fractures, sprains, strains and osteoarthritis Contains allantoin, rosmarinic acid and tannins which help new skins cells grow

• organic chickweed (stellaria media)- great emollient, cools and dries wounds and skin conditions like burns, lesions, acne, eczema, insect bites, nettle burns, psoriasis and gout, soothes itch and soreness rich in vitamin C, potassium and high in vitamin B complex- 

• organic calendula (calendula officinalis)- improves quality and appearance of skin, great alternative treatment due to its antifungal, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, which help heal wounds and soothe rashes, eczema and psoriasis naturally contains SPF wounds/skin irritations - speeds recovery time, treats redness, swelling and bruising great for acne- prevents acne vulgaris - treats/prevents acne great treatment for eczema, rashes and psoriasis- soothes skin, healing properties improve skin's overall quality- promotes hydration and firmness

organic beeswax- helps lock in moisture and soften skin, helps skin maintain a healthy balance, humectant- attracts and binds with water, preventing water loss, anti-allergenic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial and germicidal, antiviral, helps heal wounds and fight infection, protects against UV damage, will not clog pores 

• contains… 

  • vitamin A- helps speed cell turnover and stimulate collagen production, anti-aging helps lock in moisture and soften skin, helps skin maintain a healthy balance, humectant- attracts and binds with water, preventing water loss, anti-allergenic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial and germicidal, antiviral, helps heal wounds and fight infection, protects against UV damage, will not clog pores

    • helps speed cell turnover and stimulate collagen production, anti-aging

organic jojoba oil- very similar to skin’s own sebum production- promotes healthy skin with fewer breakouts, natural humectant (attracts water to the top layer of skin, keeping skin hydrated), antibacterial, antimicrobial, antifungal- kills salmonella, E. coli and candida, promotes collagen synthesis- a protein that isin skin, joints and cartilage, helps speed healing and reduce chances of scarring, antioxidant- high in vitamin E, helps fight oxidative stress, protects against sun damage, creates a nongreasy soothing seal over skin, promotes healthy regulation of sebum- signals to hair and skin that extra sebum isn’t needed, soothes dry skin conditions with anti-inflammatory properties

• hypoallergenic- allergic reactions are rare

Orange & Patchouli: orange essential oil, patchouli essential oil

Functionality of each ingredient:

• orange essential oil (citrus sinensis)- lift mood, reduce stress and anxiety, treat acne, reduce pain and inflammation, relieve stomach ache, promote healthy hair, antibacterial, antifungal, mild pain relief, antioxidant properties- combat free radicals

• patchouli essential oil (pogostemon cablin)- treat dermatitis, acne, dry/cracked skin, ease colds, headaches and upset stomach, helps relieve depression, promotes relaxation and eases stress and anxiety, aids control of appetite, insecticide, antifungal, antibacterial, helps treat respiratory problems, relieves pain and inflammation, facilitates skin and hair health, repels insects, facilitates healing, can boost libido

Peace Scent: sandalwood essential oil, ylang ylang essential oil, cypress essential oil, bergamot essential oil and black pepper essential oil

Functionality of each ingredient:

sandalwood essential oil (santalum album)- encourages mental clarity, natural, relaxant- sedative, relaxes nerves and muscles to cure spasms and contractions, eczema, psoriasis, natural astringent and antioxidant- promotes skin health, eliminates free-radicals from skin, preventing oxidative damage, flushes toxins from skin, anti-inflammatory- soothing cool effect, provides instant relief from inflammation in the brain, gastrointestinal- relaxes intestinal and abdominal muscles, promotes gas removal/prevents gas from forming, circulatory and excretory system due to fever, overdose of antibiotics, insect bites or wounds, antiviral and expectorant- helps ease colds, coughs, urinary tract infections, improves digestion, relieves anxiety and nervousness, helps control emotions like pleasure, power and hunger, improves general health and well-being, antiseptic- treats acne, sores, boils and pimples- stops infections, inhibits growth of cavity-causing bacteria in the mouth, enhances salivation by improving secretions in intestinal tract and strengthens gums

ylang ylang essential oil (cananga odorata)- ease stomach distress, calm rheumatism, treat gout, malaria, headaches, pneumonia, natural aphrodisiac, sedative properties- boost mood, reduce depression, alleviate anxiety, lower blood pressure- can significantly reduce systolic and diastolic blood pressure rates, decrease heart rate, eases symptoms of asthma, stimulates oil production in skin and scalp, repel flying insects and kills insect larvae

• contains…

  • linalool- antibacterial, antifungal (against candida albicans) and anti-inflammatory

cypress essential oil (cupressus sempervirens)- fights infection- speeds healing, antibacterial- natural deodorant, aids respiratory system, removes toxins from body, relieves nervousness and anxiety, stimulate energy, happiness and ease emotional stress, treat cramps and muscle sprains, relieves restlessness leg syndrome- reduces spasms, increases blood flow and eases chronic pain, natural treatment for carpal tunnel- reduces pain, reduce fluid retention, stimulates blood flow/increase circulation- in skin, muscles, hair follicles and gums, remedy for varicose veins and cellulite, hemostatic properties- promotes clotting of blood, reduces inflammation, diuretic properties- flush toxins from body, prevents acne, helps to cleanse liver and lower cholesterol levels naturally, tighten tissues which help strengthen hair follicles and reduce hair loss, helps to clear congestion and eliminate phlegm in respiratory tract and lungs- helps ease asthma and bronchitis

• contains… 

  • camphene- antiseptic

  • cosmosiin, caffeic acid and p-coumaric- hepatoprotective (positively impacts liver function)

bergamot essential oil (citrus bergamia risso et poiteau)- antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, treats acne, analgesic qualities- reduce pain, soothe skin, reduce anxiety and fatigue, relieve depression and lift mood, anticonvulsant, antiseptic, treat acne, skin rashes, sores, sore throat, bladder infection, obesity, flatulence, loss of appetite and compulsive behaviors, relax and soothe to promote restful sleep, anticongestive and expectorant, eliminates germs and toxins, febrifuge- reduce fever Contains… Limonene- antioxidant, stimulant, digestive, detoxicant, appetite suppressant Linalyl acetate- anti-inflammatory, astringent, analgesic, hypotension- lowers blood pressure Linalool- sedative, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory Pinene- anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, expectorant, bronchodilator- widens bronchi Terpineol- miticidal, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal Nerol- antioxidant, sedative, anti-inflammatory, antidepressant Geraniol- antioxidant, antibacterial, antiseptic, analgesic Geraniol acetate- antifungal, antiseptic, antiviral, energizing, stimulant, warming, diuretic, aphrodisiac Myrcene- anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antibiotic, sedative

black pepper essential (piper nigrum)- packed with antioxidants- reduces free radicals, can help to reverse free radical damage, reduce pain, warming, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, ease cramps, improve tendonitis, relieve arthritis and rheumatism, improves circulation- boosts cell pregeneration and collagen production, supports natural eliminatory system- removing excess fats, salt, water, urea and uric acid (ease joint pain and gout) from body, reduces anxiety/stress, sooth nerves, relax muscles, can improve glucose tolerance and liver function, stimulate appetite and aid digestion, antibacterial, antifungal, antimicrobial- fights germs, helps prevent viral infections like colds and flus, helps loosen mucus, improve nausea, indigestion, diarrhea, constipation and remove excess gas

Garden Scent: fir essential oil, rosemary essential oil, eucalyptus essential oil, lavender essential oil and peppermint essential oil

Functionality of each ingredient:

fir essential oil (abies)- fight cold, cough, flu symptoms, sinusitis, sore throat, loosens mucus, effective treatment for respiratory infections, reduce fatigue, muscle aches and arthritis, treatment of bronchitis, relieves rheumatic pain, prevent infection, pain relief- natural analgesic, stimulates blood flow to skin- speeds healing, antibacterial/antimicrobial- draws out toxins, prevents infection, improves bone health- assists bone repair, boosts respiratory system, detoxify, reduces odor, antiseptic, has been found to be an effective anti-cancer agent, grounding and empowering effects on mind, encourages relaxation, while keeping energy, relieves stress, powerful disinfectant

• contains…

  • tricyclene

  • alpha-pinene and limonene- antimicrobial, treatment for pathogenic bacteria and fungi

  • camphene

  • myrcene

rosemary essential oil (rosmarinus officinalis)- reduce stress and nervous tension, boost mental activity- prevents the breakdown of acetylcholine (a brain chemical important in thinking, concentration and memory), encourage clarity and insight, increase alertness, relieve fatigue and support respiratory function, lowers cortisol levels which helps stimulate immune system, increase circulation- expands blood vessels and has a warming ability, stimulates hair growth- increases hair thickness and helps hair to regrow, relieve mild pain, reduces joint tissue inflammation that can lead to swelling, pain and stiffness, draws white blood cells to injured tissue to release inflammatory chemicals, repels certain blood-sucking insects that can spread viruses and bacteria

eucalyptus essential oil (eucalyptus globulus labill)- relieves and clear congestion- reacts with mucous membranes to loosen mucus, asthma, tick/mosquito/biting insect repellent, remedy for arthritis and skin ulcers, relieve cough, natural disinfectant, prevents infection, treatment for diabetes, soothe cold sores- anti-inflammatory, freshen breath- fights germs that cause odor, ease joint pain, helpful for back pain, promote healing in joints and muscles, stimulates hair follicles- promotes growth, improves general hair health, relieves itchy scalp, treatment for head lice

lavender essential oil (lavandula angustifolia)- very versatile, promotes relaxation- which can help lower blood pressure, ease insomnia, helps treat anxiety, enhance mood, helps with depression, treat fungal infections, helps symptoms of allergies and nausea, helpful in treating eczema and menstrual cramps, naturally antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, heals burns and insect bites

peppermint essential oil (mentha x piperita)- treatment for headache, muscle aches, joint pain and itching, also great for treating coughs/colds, nausea, digestive and bowel issues, reduces pain, improves mental function and reduces stress, antimicrobial