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Skin Saver Balm
The Problem Solver: A concentrated, comforting body balm formulated to calm irritation, ease itchiness, and soften dry, flaking patches across the body, offering relief for sensitive skin barriers.
The Key Ingredients: Powered by a unique, fifteen-herb blend including cooling Mahonia, tissue-supporting Comfrey, and calming Calendula—botanicals traditionally used to address surface irritation and support natural skin health.
The Context / Routine: A protective addition to your skin health routine. Smooth a small amount over damp skin after bathing to seal in hydration, or apply directly to specific areas of dry, irritated skin for restorative overnight comfort.
The Quality / Reassurance: 100% natural, plant-based ingredients prepared without synthetic paraffin bases, chemical preservatives, or artificial perfumes. Handcrafted in a skin-kind base of jojoba oil and candelilla wax that is fully vegan-friendly.
Free UK standard delivery on orders over £50
Herbal Support for Dry, Itchy & Reactive Skin Barrier Health
Our Skin Saver Balm is a comprehensive, concentrated topical formula developed by our Medical Herbalists to soothe and support skin prone to dryness, reactivity, and irritation. While many moisturisers often rely on mineral oils and water-based fillers that only sit on the surface, this water-free balm delivers a highly concentrated blend of fifteen botanical extracts directly to vulnerable skin tissue. It provides comfort, supporting a compromised skin barrier while delivering soothing nourishment to dry, itchy, and uncomfortable areas.
The base uses organic jojoba oil and shea butter, which are rich in nourishing lipids, similar to the skin’s natural skin barrier, supporting the skin's moisture. This allows the balm to absorb efficiently, carrying the replenishing properties of our herbal extracts into the tissues without leaving a heavy residue. From patches prone to scaling and flaking to everyday skin dryness, this botanical balm provides the clean, reliable nourishment required to restore suppleness, ease redness, and help your skin maintain its natural resilience.
Key Botanicals at a Glance:
Mahonia (Oregon Grape): A potent topical tonic rich in berberine; used to clear localized heat, soothe surface irritation, and balance skin prone to scaling.
Comfrey Root: Rich in naturally occurring allantoin and traditionally used to support skin cell renewal and smooth sensitive scratched, or dry areas.
Calendula & Gotu Kola: A restorative duo, traditionally used to support healthy lymphatic flow and the body’s natural collagen formation, supporting healthy tissue recovery.
Jojoba & Shea Butter: A nutrient-rich emollient blend featuring jojoba oil, whose wax esters closely resemble those found in human sebum, help nourish the skin, supporting its natural moisture barrier, and locking in moisture.
Specifications
Primary Action: Calming Intense Irritation, Barrier Protection & Dry Skin Comfort
Volume: 60ml | Concentrated Whole-Body Supply.
Age Suitability: Suitable for adults and children aged 3 years and over.
Product Type: 100% Plant-Based Barrier Balm & Body Moisturiser.
Purity Standard: Free from paraffin, petroleum jelly, synthetic steroids, parabens, and artificial fragrances. 100% Vegan and cruelty-free.
Advanced Barrier Support & Cooling Comfort
When the skin barrier becomes compromised, it loses moisture rapidly, leading to a cycle of dryness, irritation, and itching. Specific herbs can cool this localised tissue heat and support the skin’s barrier.
Mahonia (Mahonia aquifolium): Also known as Oregon Grape, Mahonia is highly valued in medical herbalism for its rich berberine content. It functions as a topical tonic to soothe localised tissue heat, calm surface irritation, and balance skin that is prone to flaking or scaling.
Neem Leaf (Azadirachta indica): A purifying herb in traditional Ayurvedic practice, Neem is traditionally used for its potent cooling properties and specifically for skin conditions characterised by angry redness and heat. It soothes and supports vulnerable skin from external impurities.
Sarsaparilla (Smilax ornata): Traditionally regarded as a cleansing herb, Sarsaparilla works topically to ease stubborn, long-standing dryness and calm the persistent, uncomfortable itch factor that disrupts skin health.
Liquorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra): Contains glycyrrhizin, a compound with well-researched compound that helps soothe and comfort the skin while supporting a healthy skin complexion. It noticeably reduces surface redness and comforts sensitive skin.
Tissue Regeneration & Lymphatic Clearing
Comfrey Root (Symphytum officinale): Containing naturally occurring allantoin, Comfrey is traditionally valued for its skin-soothing and conditioning properties. It supports the skin’s natural renewal processes, giving it a healthy-looking appearance and providing comfort and ease to dry itchy skin.
Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica): Traditionally considered a key skin-restoring herb that assists the body’s natural collagen formation. Gotu kola supports micro-circulation to the skin’s surface, as well as the body’s natural tissue recovery process and helps maintain a firm-looking, healthy complexion.
Calendula Flower (Calendula officinalis): A gentle, yet powerful blossom that supports healthy localised lymph flow. By supporting fluid movement and easing tissue congestion, it is highly supportive for patches prone to flaking or breakouts.
Red Clover (Trifolium pratense): A deep-rooted botanical traditionally valued for its naturally occurring plant compounds. It helps nourish and condition the skin, supporting a balanced and healthy-looking appearance.
Botanical Glossary & Nutrient Bases
Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia chinensis): Technically a liquid wax ester with a composition that closely resembles components of human sebum (the skin's natural protective oil), jojoba supports the skin’s natural moisture balance with a lightweight feel.
Shea Butter (Vitellaria paradoxa): Contains naturally occurring vitamin E and nourishing fatty acids, Shea Butter is a botanical emollient that envelops the skin in a comforting protective layer, helping lock in moisture and support a smooth, supple appearance.
Marshmallow Root (Althaea officinalis): Contains high amounts of mucilage—a slippery, gel-like plant soluble that creates a soothing, protective layer to soften rough skin and support skin comfort.
Moringa Leaf (Moringa oleifera): A botanical rich in naturally occurring antioxidants and fatty acids that help nourish the skin and support its natural moisture barrier.
Candelilla Wax (Euphorbia antisyphilitica): A plant-derived wax valued for its silky texture and protective properties, helping the balm glide smoothly while leaving skin feeling soft, comfortable, and nourished.
Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia chinensis), Extra Virgin Coconut Oil (Cocos nucifera), Castor Oil (Ricinus communis), Raw Shea Butter (Vitellaria paradoxa), Marshmallow Root (Althaea officinalis), Liquorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Comfrey Root (Symphytum officinale), Red Clover (Trifolium pratense), Oregon Grape/Mahonia (Mahonia aquifolium), Calendula Flower (Calendula officinalis), Moringa Leaf (Moringa oleifera), Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica), Sarsaparilla Root (Smilax ornata), Oat Straw (Avena sativa), Lavender Flowers (Lavandula angustifolia), German Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla), Neem Leaf (Azadirachta indica), Peppermint Leaf (Mentha piperita), Candelilla Wax (Euphorbia antisyphilitica), Pure Lavender Essential Oil (Lavandula angustifolia), and Vitamin E (Tocopherol).
Application Routine
As a Daily Body Moisturiser: For best results, apply the balm generously across your entire body immediately after showering or bathing while your skin is still slightly damp. This allows the plant oils to lock in ambient moisture and carry the herbal nutrients deeper into the skin layers.
For Targeted Relief: Scoop a small amount of the balm and warm it between your fingertips to melt the plant waxes. Press and gently massage the balm directly onto areas experiencing intense dryness, flaking, or irritation. Apply at least twice daily, or as often as needed to maintain comfort.
Safety & Cautions
External Boundaries: For external, topical use only. Do not apply directly to open, heavily bleeding wounds.
Age Guidance: Suitable for adults aged 16 and over.
Patch Testing: Because this balm contains a highly concentrated blend of real, active botanicals, we always recommend conducting a small patch test on your inner elbow or wrist before your first full application.
Pregnancy: Not suitable for use during pregnancy and while nursing.
To support your skin barrier from the inside out and complement the soothing actions of our Skin Saver Balm, our medical herbalists recommend integrating these simple lifestyle practices:
Internal Hydration & Nutrition
Prioritise Consistent Water Intake: Aim to drink at least 2 litres of fresh water daily. Cellular hydration is key to maintaining skin suppleness and allows your body to flush out metabolic waste efficiently, reducing the load on your skin.
Incorporate Anti-Inflammatory Essential Fats: Focus on a diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which help build a strong, flexible skin cell wall. Introduce things like chia seeds, flaxseeds, hemp seeds, walnuts, and cold-water oily fish into your regular meals.
Support Tissue Clearance: Enjoy bitter green vegetables (like rocket, watercress, and kale) which support your liver and natural detoxification pathways—often resulting in calmer, clearer skin on the surface.
Environmental Adjustments
Lower the Water Temperature: Try switching from hot showers or baths to lukewarm water. Hot water can remove some of the skin’s natural lipids and increase moisture loss, leaving skin feeling dry and uncomfortable.
Eliminate Synthetic Fragrances: Review your household laundry detergents, fabric softeners, and body washes. Aim for unperfumed, plant-based alternatives to help keep fabrics gentle against your skin.
Shipping rates:
United Kingdom (except for channels islands, see below).
- £4.50 for Standard Delivery (Royal Mail 48h Tracked). Delivery speed: 3-5 business days
- £6.50 for Express Delivery (Royal Mail 24h Tracked). Delivery Speed: 2-3 business days
- Free Standard Delivery on orders over £50
Channel Islands
- £6.50 for Standard Tracked (3-5 business days)
- Free Standard Tracked Shipping on orders of £50 or more.
USA
- We are currently not able to ship to the United States
Canada
- $15 (International delivery, 5-7 business days)
- Free Standard Tracked Shipping on orders of $200 and above.
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Australia: 7 business days
New Zealand: 7 business days
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