Redness Relief Salve
Redness Relief Salve is a skin-calming salve explicitly developed to deal with persistent skin redness, and irritated and itchy skin associated with rosacea. The key herbs in this potent topical mix are comfrey, chamomile, licorice, chickweed, and calendula with added natural benefits of passionflower, ginger, and St. John’s wort. Each of these botanicals are carefully selected for their anti-inflammatory, soothing and healing properties, however, comfrey and chamomile are the most important components in this remedy. Both are naturally rich in allantoin, an effective emollient and exfoliant that aids in skin-healing, alleviating redness, swelling and inflammation. Specialty oils like argan, grapeseed, and jojoba oils are used for herbal infusions to support skin health and improve skin texture. Additionally, neem, rosehip and apricot kernel oil contribute to this powerful mix to help healing and promote the regeneration of skin tissues while supporting skin hydration. Kokum and avocado butters are ideal for treating dry or damaged skin, acting as a skin emollient while softening, and soothing at the same time. Aloe Vera and green tea extracts provide extra antibacterial and cooling benefits. Glycerin acts as a lightweight humectant retaining and preserving the natural moisture of skin and soothing dry skin as well. A small amount of carnauba wax thickens the mix while adding further protection. Vitamins A and E bring their own antioxidant properties to the blend. Carefully chosen essential oils provide their own anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial benefits.
Depending on the skin type, this salve may be on the oily side when first applied. Not recommended for very young children due the presence of neem oil.
Comfrey and chamomile infused in argan oil. Calendula, comfrey, turmeric, and pepper infused in argan and jojoba oils. Licorice infused in jojoba oil. Chickweed infused in grapeseed oil.
Neem, rosehip and apricot kernel oils.
Avocado and kokum butters.
Aloe Vera extract. Glycerin.
Green Tea extract. Ginger root extract. Passionflower extract. St. John’s Wort.
Carnauba wax. Montanov 68.
EO’s: chamomile, geranium, helichrysum, lavender, manuka, and tea tree.
Vitamin A & E.
This salve is NOT a cure, however can aid in reducing the overall discomfort and appearance of rosacea, or other persistent itchy skin ailments.
The results from applying Redness Relief Salve will be different from person to person.
Should not be used by very young children.
Do not use this salve if you have any chickweed or tree nut allergies. Chamomile belongs to the ragweed family and some people are allergic to ragweed. A small patch test is recommended to ensure absence of allergic reaction.
Apply to affected areas as often as 3 times per day for relief, especially after washing or bathing.
A Short Guide to Ingredients & Their Benefits
Botanicals
Antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and skin soothing flower, calendula is a member of the daisy family and known as a powerful agent helping to heal and regenerate skin, reduce swelling and provide relief from inflammation and irritations and other skin discomforts. Calendula is rich in antioxidant compounds that protect skin from stressors causing dryness, irritation, breakouts and inflammation. Calendula seeds have a high concentration of linoleic and calendic acid that help to improve skin hydration to keep it healthy.
Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, skin-soothing rich in powerful flavonoids herb noted for its analgesic abilities to ease inflammation of joints, muscle pain, rheumatism and sprains, and help to heal and calm skin rashes, acne, and eczema. Since it contains flavonoids, including apigenin and quercetin, it is excellent choice to use in skin care to support skin regeneration and collagen production and protect free radical damage.
Caution: Chamomile belongs to the ragweed family and some people are allergic to ragweed.
Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and high levels of vitamin A, C, E and B. Chickweed (Stellaria media) is a weedy plant esteemed for easing pain from aching joints, accelerating the healing of wounds and bruises, and providing soothing and calming relief for inflamed, itchy, dry and irritated skin. As a topical it works as an excellent emollient and calms skin ailments including eczema, psoriasis and acne. It is also effective in treating eye inflammation, minimizing swelling and alleviating damaged skin due to bug bites, rashes, boils or burns.
Antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant rich in allantoin herb prized for its abilities to heal bone, muscle pains, bruises, wounds by promoting the rapid regeneration of damaged skin cells and tissue as well as relieve inflammation and ease irritation from rashes and other skin discomforts. High in vitamins and nutrients like vitamin B12, zinc and carotenes.
Powerful antiviral, anti-parasitic, natural antioxidant herb that fights inflammation and aids digestion. In topical application, ginger decreases soreness of muscles, helps to increase circulation, and promotes healthy and smooth skin. It is also effective in relieving pain associated with migraine headaches.
Licorice root (glycyrrhiza glabra) is a soothing antioxidant herb rich in flavonoid, niacinamide, vitamin C and glycyrrhizins that has potent anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antiviral properties beneficial for neutralizing free radicals and treating many skin conditions. Licorice boosts the anti-inflammatory and healing impact of topicals by reducing symptoms of acne, eczema, rashes, the redness from rosacea and other skin irritations. Additionally, as licorice contains liquiritin and licochalcone that help to reducing production of sebum and remove melanin (pigment) in the skin, it is a perfect agent for improving skin tone, reducing discolorations and the appearance of dark spots. Well suited for oily or acne-prone skin.
Passionflower extract (Passiflora Incarnata) is a concentrated botanical liquid extracted from a wild-harvested climbing vine of passionflower. The extract also contains organic glycerin, purified water, and citric acid. Passionflower is rich in nutrients, including essential fatty acids, and vitamins A and C. Added to topicals, passionflower extract is helping to improve blood circulation and protect skin from free radicals while keeping it hydrated and healthy. Skin-soothing and calming it is beneficial in reducing swelling and redness caused by inflammation. With its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-microbial properties passionflower extract is well suited for irritated, itchy, and dry skin and beneficial for treatment of minor burns, acne-prone skin, and hemorrhoids. It is supporting natural agent in dealing with effects of eczema, dermatitis, or psoriasis. It is often used in eye creams as it relaxes skin nerves and aids in decreasing puffiness due to fluid retention around the eyes. It should always be used diluted.
Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, astringent, skin-soothing herb that relieves minor burns, itches, irritated skin, sunburns and helps to heal bruises, abrasions and wounds by improving circulation of oxygenated blood to damaged skin cells. It eases pain related to joint and muscle discomfort, arthritis, muscle strains and sprains. It is also beneficial in topical treatment of painful rash-like inflammation of the skin like shingles.
Caution: Not recommended to apply on an open wound.
Carrier Oils
Gentle, light, easily absorbed, highly moisturizing, skin soothing and softening carrier oil well suited for all skin types, including combination, sensitive or acne-prone skin. Rich in oleic and linoleic acid, vitamins A, C and E, Omegas 9, 6, and 3, and palmitic and stearic acid that give it effective anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-aging, antiseptic, and anti-bacterial properties. In topicals, apricot oil is highly beneficial for cell regeneration, rejuvenating and keeping skin healthy, protecting it from inflammation and free radicals, and acting as a natural sunscreen. An additional benefit of apricot oil is that it helps alleviate the symptoms of eczema and other itchy skin conditions.
Argan oil is gentle, highly moisturizing and has anti-aging and anti-inflammatory effect. It absorbs quickly and is recommended for all types of skin in need of deep hydration. Rich in fatty acids and Vitamin E as well as antioxidants. It has anti-sebum properties and will naturally reduce excess oil production. Prevents sun damage, soften skin, and reduces fine lines.
Comedogenic scale: noncomedogenic and will not clog pores.
Noncomedogenic, mildly astringent, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic. Lightweight and absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy feeling. High in the antioxidant vitamins C and E. Rich in oleic, linoleic, palmitic, and Omega 6 fatty acids that help to moisturize skin and maintain moisture balance. Contains the strong antioxidant flavonoid oligomeric procyanidin that is almost 50x more powerful than vitamins A and E. Reduces fine lines, helps to lighten skin discolorations and control skin breaks.
Jojoba Oil: Versatile natural emollient rich in vitamin E that acts as an antioxidant, with antibacterial and antifungal properties, also contains anti-inflammatory myristic acid. Having a consistency similar to that of oil naturally produced by human skin (sebum) it is absorbed easily and beneficial for all types of skin. Great agent to use for sore muscles and joints, helping to heal wounds, sunburn, drying skin conditions, and prevent and treat acne.
Neem oil is derived from seeds of the tropical neem tree (Azadirachta indica), also known as Indian lilac, and has a distinct, harsh odor due to the presence of sulfuric compounds. It is rich in fatty acids (EFA), limonoids, antioxidants, triterpenoids like salannin, vitamins and other nutrients making it a powerful emollient with ability to deeply hydrate, condition and nourish the skin. As a rich antioxidant source of azadirachtin and nimbolide, neem oil helps to destroy fungi and bacteria as well as eradicate or stabilize harmful free radicals helping to decrease oxidative stress throughout the body positively impacting many inflammatory diseases and conditions. Thus, due to its powerful natural anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antibacterial, antifungal, antiseptic and antioxidant abilities, neem oil is recognized as a natural treatment for an impressive number of skin conditions. It is noted to help to even-tone skin, reduce scars, lighten dark spots, combat acne, soothe irritated skin, provide relief from sunburn, nettle rash, and diminish itching due to eczema and psoriasis. Additionally, it is a great natural remedy to athlete’s foot and nail fungal infections as well as reducing warts and moles. Since it is extremely potent, neem oil in topicals should be used in moderation and monitored carefully, especially for those with sensitive skin or a skin disorder like eczema. Neem oil is not suitable for use by young children.
Sunflower seed oil: Lightweight, anti-inflammatory and high in lecithin and vitamins A, D and E that are known antioxidants. Improves skin hydration and softness, reduces and soothes inflammatory skin conditions, prevents damage to healthy cells from UV rays, and repairs skin damage like scars, wounds and blemishes. Sunflower seed oil has a low comedogenic rating between 0 and 2.
Rose hips are small bulbs filled with seeds underneath rose petals. They are naturally rich in antioxidants, including vitamin C, B and E and polyunsaturated fatty acids that help to boost skin cells restoration, maintain healthy skin tone and hydration, protect against free radicals, aid in reducing inflammation, decrease scarring and support wound healing. Rosehip oil is a popular ingredient due to its anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties and used topically to moisturize, nourish and revitalize the skin. It is suitable for all skin types, including dry, mature, and sensitive skin.
Comedogenic scale: 1-2.
Cosmetic Butters
Avocado butter is derived from avocados and is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, minerals, and antioxidants such as vitamins A, C, E, K, B-6, folate and magnesium. Nourishing and providing deep hydration it helps to protect against sun damage and premature aging, lock in moisture and stimulate collagen production rejuvenating the complexion and increasing elasticity of skin. It also aids in reducing inflammation making skin smoother, improving appearance and overall health of skin. Avocado butter will not clog pores and is well suited for dry or irritated skin, including eczema or psoriasis.
Kokum butter: Rich, creamy and lightweight plant butter that moisturizes and softens skin. Non-comedogenic and easily absorbed. Beneficial to use with all skin types including acne-prone or sensitive skin. Rich in vitamin E and many powerful antioxidants. Nourishing and soothing properties that are ideal for skin that is dry, inflamed or damaged by radical elements skin. It improves skin cell regeneration, helps to heal wounds, reduces and prevents skin aging, restores moisture and reduces skin inflammation. Kokum butter is identified as the most structurally and chemically stable plant butter along with its ability as a natural emulsifier. Comedogenic scale: 2
Essential Oils
Chamomile: Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, skin-soothing rich in powerful flavonoids herb noted for its analgesic abilities to ease inflammation of joints, muscle pain, rheumatism and sprains, and help to heal and calm skin rashes, acne, and eczema. Since it contains flavonoids, including apigenin and quercetin, it is excellent choice to use in skin care to support skin regeneration and collagen production and protect free radical damage.
Caution: Chamomile belongs to the ragweed family and some people are allergic to ragweed.
Geranium: Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant and astringent properties make geranium essential oil a perfect agent to use for improving skin appearance and balance, help with hyperpigmentation, healing and regeneration of damaged skin cells, and reducing skin inflammatory conditions like irritations and infections.
Helichrysum: Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, rich in antioxidants and flavonoids Helichrysum arenarium is a member of the Asteraceae family and a natural emollient remedy used in topicals for a wide range of conditions from damaged skin and wound healing, scars, burns, bruising, cuts, scrapes and acne to reducing effects of aging like age spots, discoloration and wrinkles. Possessing soothing and hydrating abilities it promotes regeneration of skin cells and evens skin tone. It is well-suited for all skin types, especially effective for acne-prone oily skin, mature or sensitive skin.
Caution: Do not use on an open wound.
Lavender: Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antibacterial, anti-fungal and analgesic fragrant herb that is beneficial for skin care as it helps to calm and hydrate, heal and reduce skin redness, irritation and infections. It protects skin against free radicals, regulates sebum production and supports the regeneration of new skin cells by improving circulation of oxygen into skin.
Caution: Test on the small patch of skin as some may experience allergy to lavender.
Manuka essential oil is derived from Manuka honey, a premium type of honey extracted from the manuka bush found in New Zealand that is rich in a rare methylglyoxal (MG) compound. Manuka EO contains high levels of vitamin B, amino acids and many minerals including calcium, copper, iron, potassium, sodium, and zinc. Thanks to its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anti-fungal, anti-histaminic, and anti-allergenic nature as well as its acidic properties, manuka EO supports the appearance of healthy-looking skin, reduces the appearance of blemishes, breakouts of acne-prone skin and scars, helps to relieve dry and itchy skin, aids in the treatment for wounds, cuts and scrapes and healing and clearing infections.
Antibacterial, antifungal, antiseptic, and antiviral properties of the tea tree oil allow it to destroy bacteria in wounds avoiding infections and soothe redness and itchy skin while healing. It helps to regulate skin oil production reducing breakouts from acne and lessens the effects of eczema. It is also beneficial for many other skin conditions as well as providing relief from bug bites, burns and cuts.
Additional Ingredients
Aloe Vera: Prized for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties and one of the best natural remedies for irritated, inflamed skin, fighting bacteria and promoting wound healing. Its skin-soothing, skin-softening and hydrating abilities bring relief to burns, rushes, and reduces redness. It is rich in vitamin C and E, and beta-carotene enhancing production of collagen in the body and improving skin tone. It absorbs quickly and unclogs pores.
Black pepper contains the bioactive compound piperine that is known to significantly increase absorption of curcumin found in turmeric into skin and have anti-inflammatory properties.
Carnauba wax is a natural, vegan wax that comes from the leaves of the Copernicia cerifera botanical, a Brazilian palm tree called “The Tree of Life”. It is used as an emulsifying, thickening and skin-softening agent that is compatible with all oils and prolonging a shelf life of products.
Certified Organic. Glycerin, also known as glycerine or glycerol, is a natural humectant derived from plant-based oils that helps retain and preserve natural moisture of the skin, keeping it soft and hydrated while allowing it to breathe. It is non-greasy and well suited for all skin types, from oily and combination skin to skin affected by acne, eczema, psoriasis and rosacea.
Green tea is loaded with antioxidants, flavonoids and tannins and is noted for its anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing properties that help to control sebum (oil) production, stop bacteria, and reduce inflammation and skin irritation including acne.
Montanov 68 is a non-ionic, eco-friendly, non-irritant and non-comedogenic liquid crystal emulsifier that helps to stabilize oil-in-water emulsions while moisturizing skin.
Vitamin A, in the form of retinol, is an excellent anti-inflammatory agent helping to maintain skin health by exfoliating, promoting new skin tissue and cell growth, removing excess oil, bacteria and dead skin cells from pores while protecting skin from harmful irritants. Thus, Vit A is effective in topicals for preventing acne breakout. It is also noted for its ability to stimulate collagen production that aids in reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
The antioxidant properties of vitamin E are skin nourishing, hydrating and allow for protection from free radical damage, reducing signs of aging, hyperpigmentation and healing of scar tissue. It is also helps to extend the shelf-life of products made with botanical oils.
The key component in turmeric, curcumin, is considered anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and anti-fungal with powerful antioxidant properties that are highly effective in helping to relief inflammation. It is also known for not being easily absorbed in the body. Thus, adding black pepper to is crucial to boost its absorption.
For bug & mosquito bites, stings, sunburn, dry skin, swellings, bruises, cuticles, cuts, scraps, minor burns & rashes. Good to use even on your pet’s pawns.
For inflamed & acne prone skin.
For itchy skin due to eczema, bug bites, dry skin, or rash.
For itchy skin due to psorasis or eczema.
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