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Balm of Gilead Body Balm
Balm of Gilead Body Balm
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Made for dry skin, tired muscles, overworked joints, and anywhere that could use a little extra care. The naturally sweet, resinous scent comes from the herbs themselves, with no essential oils added. A simple, slow-made balm inspired by the kinds of remedies once kept on the apothecary shelf.
Balm of Gilead has a name that reaches back thousands of years. The “balm of Gilead” is referenced in the Bible as a precious healing balm and aromatic resin, and over time the name became associated with fragrant balsam poplar buds used in traditional herbal preparations.
This balm is made by slowly infusing whole Balm of Gilead buds with arnica, comfrey, St. John’s wort, and calendula in jojoba oil for four weeks, then blending the strained infusion with beeswax to create a rich, concentrated herbal salve.
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Ingredients
Organic cold-pressed jojoba oil infused with Balm of Gilead buds, arnica, comfrey, St. John’s wort, and calendula, beeswax, vitamin E.
100% certified organic ingredients. Zero essential oils.
How to use
Warm a small amount between your hands and massage into skin wherever needed. Use on dry areas or anywhere that could use a little extra moisture and care. For external use only. Avoid broken skin.
Benefits
- Made for targeted, acute-care use
- Ideal for massage over tired, overworked areas
- Whole-herb infusion of Balm of Gilead, arnica, comfrey, St. John’s wort, and calendula
- Rich, concentrated formula
- Jojoba oil helps soften and condition the skin
- Beeswax helps keep the balm in place while sealing in moisture
- Small-batch and 100% organic
- A little goes a long way
Ingredients You Can Pronounce
Balm of Gilead
Balm of Gilead buds have a long history in folk herbalism for soothing and protecting the skin. Rich in aromatic resins, they were traditionally infused into oils and salves for tender, irritated, or overworked areas, and used to support the skin through minor scrapes, dryness, and everyday wear.
Comfrey
Comfrey has long been used in traditional medicine for its healing properties. Rich in allantoin, it promotes cell regeneration and speeds up tissue repair. Applied to the skin, it’s often used to treat bruises, sprains, and wounds. Comfrey salves and poultices have been popular for reducing inflammation, soothing pain, and supporting faster recovery.
Arnica
Arnica has been used for generations in traditional herbal care for bruising, swelling, and sore muscles. Known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, it was commonly infused into oils and salves for tender, overworked areas and used to support the body after bumps, strains, and everyday aches.
St. John’s Wort
St. John’s Wort has a long history in traditional herbal care for soothing irritated skin and calming tender areas. Often infused into oils and salves, it was used for minor burns, nerve discomfort, bruising, and overworked muscles, making it a longtime staple for targeted skin and body care.
Calendula
Calendula has been used for generations in traditional herbal care to soothe, protect, and support damaged skin. Known for its calming and anti-inflammatory properties, it was commonly infused into oils and salves for minor cuts, scrapes, irritation, and dryness, helping support the skin’s natural healing process.