Hypericum aka Solstice Wort is the shining star of this formula, drawing out what needs to be expelled from wounds before closing the tissues, while also soothing nerves, healing nerve damage around scar tissue. My number one go to for post surgery once stitches have been removed, this balm completes the healing process beautifully!
Plaintain (broad and lance leaf) is another plant ally that draws out bacteria and fungus from wounds, helping to clean them, as well as soothe pain.
Yarrow is a ruler of blood, helping to disperse blood or move it where it needs to go, also a wound cleaner. Among herbalists yarrow is a legendary hemostatic styptic will help slow/stop bleeding when needed. ◎Garden grown here in the PNW - seed from a potent high altitude mountain species on chatímanwi, the highest peak in the Oregon Coastal Range◎
Calendula is a skin calming plant that helps move fluids in skin to reduce stagnant heat, swelling, suppuration, inflammation in and around wounds.
Self Heal + Monarda are in this formula to soothe and banish sores from the herpes virus, ringworm fungus, and yeast, tinea pedis and more. Both have strong antibacterial, anti-fungal compounds.
Piñyon Pine + Pacific Shore Pine Resin to protect the wound while it heals, the delicious aromatics help send all the other plants exactly where they need to go while adding extra anti-microbial action. ◎Gathered ethically from downed downed branches in Arizona/Oregon.◎
Plants infused in Organic Safflower Oil known for its non-greasy, quick absorption time with inflammation modulating properties.
It’s a good habit to apply to salve or balm to freshly cleaned skin. As with any balm, salve or lotion, be aware that if you apply a thick coat, it may take a minute to soak in, and may be a little greasy causing a light stain on whatever garment you are wearing.
Beeswax from bees raised on organic farms.
◎All plants organically grown in my garden here in the PNW, unless otherwise noted above.◎