Calm it Down Balm

Calm it down Balm
This Balm is formulated to help relieve, alleviate, reduce redness, irritation and inflammation due to Eczema, Rosacea, Psoriasis, Dermatitis  and Xerosis. This balm has no preservatives, emulsifiers, water nor essential oils (common irritants for sensitive skin).  I have macerated botanical herbs such,  Marshmallow Root, St. John’s Wort, Calendula, Chamomile, Nettle and Plantain.  Carefully picked and formulated with oils which relieve all symptoms that pertain to the above mentioned skin conditions. These oils are: Oat, Wheat Germ, Neem, Tamanu, Hemp Seed, Black Cumin Seed, Marula, Turmeric, Olive, Borage, Comfrey, Baobab, Apricot  and Rose Hip. Extracts used in this balm most suited for skin irritations are: Calendula, Chamomile, Nettle and Honey Extracts, Amaranth and Cardamom CO2 . Along with highly functional ingredients as; Zinc, Beeswax, Oliwax and Cholesterol. 
 
This is a highly concentrated balm, so a little goes a long way!!
 
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Anti-inflammatory, soothing oils along with anti-oxidants which relieve inflammation, irritation, redness (all pains associated with Eczema, Rosacea, Psoriasis and Xerosis) are; Oat, Wheat Germ, Plantain, Borage, Black Cumin, Comfrey, Baobab and also Zinc!
 
Anti-microbial and wound healing oils; Neem and Tamanu Oil does it all; it soothes, repairs, and diminishes redness, scars, stretch marks, irritation, itchiness, dryness, and peeling.
 
Moisturizing oils; Hemp Seed Oil, Marula, Olive and Tamanu.
These oils are effective moisturizing for dry or aging skin also providing a protective barrier. Very beneficial \
:for smoothing and softening fine lines, preventing stretch marks, and keeping skin hydrated and well-nourished. 
 
Black Cumin Seed oil keeps skin elastic and fights damaging free radicals that cause wrinkles and fine lines with its high moisturizing properties. It tames redness and soothes irritation. Black cumin seed oil has excellent anti-inflammatory properties.
 
Turmeric contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory components. These characteristics may provide glow and luster to the skin. Turmeric may also revive your skin by bringing out its natural glow.
 
Rosehip oil is rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants, which are integral for tissue and cell regeneration in the skin. It's a useful remedy for wound healing, as well as the reduction of scars and fine lines.
 
Amaranth CO2 Extract in skin care; This extract is also abundant in monounsaturated fatty acids, squalene, plant sterols and tocopherols. It is remarkably helpful in maintaining healthy skin, supporting skin elasticity, soothing problem skin, minimizing the appearance of wrinkles and supporting those with maturing skin.
 
Cardamom CO2 Extract in skin care; Cardamom has antibacterial properties that helps in healing breakouts and also acts as a skin purifier by clearing out blemishes. It helps in giving a clearer and evened out complexion. It makes skin even-toned and also can improve your skin complexion. Cardamom will help in reducing the swelling due to its anti inflammatory properties and it will also reduce the redness. It's a moisturizing agent that will provide healing effects along with hydration.
 
Beeswax in skin care; The anti-inflammatory properties of beeswax encourage the healing of wounds. It is also protective, helping form a barrier between the skin and the environment without clogging pores. Further, beeswax is high in vitamin A, which has been found to support cell reconstruction and health. 
 
Honey in skin care; Honey is one of nature's most revered skin remedies. Thanks to its antibacterial and antiseptic abilities, it may benefit oily and acne-prone skin. Honey is also a natural humectant, so it helps keep the skin moist but not oily. This is because humectants draw moisture from the skin without replacing it.  Fights acne. Honey is a natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory that helps to heal breakouts of acne and prevent extra infections. Great moisturizer.  Gentle exfoliator.  Reduces fine lines and wrinkles.  Scar fader. 
 
Chamomile in skin care; Using chamomile on the skin brings along powerful antioxidants which help the skin to regenerate, tighten pores and slow down ageing effects in the skin. Skin lightening: Blemishes and redness can be lightened by chamomile.
 
Calendula in skin care; Calendula  has antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties that might make it useful in healing wounds, soothing eczema, rosacea, dermatitis, psoriasis and relieving diaper rash.
 
Marshmallow Root Extract in skin care;  provides relief from itching, swelling, redness, and chafing due to its emollient and soothing properties. The roots and stem of the marshmallow plant secrete mucilage, which helps soften skin, lowers swelling, and kills bacteria. It's made by isolating special compounds found in the leaves and roots.
 
St. John’s Wort in skin care;  has also been used topically for wound healing, calms redness and inflamed skin and relief to a variety of other skin conditions such as eczema, rosacea and psoriasis. Also with anti-aging properties which fade scars, fine lines and reduce puffiness around eyes. 
 
Plantain in skin care; It helps to combat acne and it promotes skin regeneration, which reduces the chance of scarring. Plantain Extract has germicidal and antibacterial properties, which makes it that much more useful in the prevention of acne, soothes skin inflammation,  irritations, eczema and rosacea.
 
Nettle is skin care; Nettle has a natural ability to calm and soothe inflammation, which makes it the perfect choice for helping to reduce redness in dry skin. Antioxidant: Like most plants, nettle has a number of protective antioxidants that help reduce free radical damage to the skin, providing anti-aging benefits.
 
Cholesterol in skin care; Cholesterol is readily absorbed into the surface of the skin and serves as a very effective emollient without feeling oily. Cholesterol is one of the important lipids that can be found naturally in the outer layer of the skin. About 25% of the goopy stuff between our skin cells consists of cholesterol. Together with ceramides and fatty acids, they play a vital role in having a healthy skin barrier and keeping the skin hydrated.
 
Oliwax LC in skin care; provides superior hydration, moisturization and has shown to improve skin’s UV protection along with environmental stress protection.