We’ve added shea butter, which contains natural vitamins and fatty acids that are extremely nourishing and moisturising for your skin. Shea butter is very mild and perfect for dehydrated, irritated skin.
New Zealand grown, organic lavender and East Coast mānuka essential oils add their own antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and antifungal properties. They also give the balm a beautiful, calming fragrance.
Can be used for:
- eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis
- irritated, inflamed skin
- bumps, bruises, sore muscles and joints
- insect bites, cuts, rashes and burns
- tattoo balm
East Coast Mānuka Oil (Leptospermum scoparium) and Kawakawa (Macropiper excelsum) are two powerful natural remedies from New Zealand, each with distinct benefits and properties.
East Coast Manuka Oil:
Oil sourced from the East Coast of New Zealand has the highest amount of active healing properties of any Mānuka.
Benefits:
- Antibacterial: Effective against a broad spectrum of bacteria.
- Anti-inflammatory: Reduces inflammation and soothes irritated skin.
- Antifungal: Treats fungal infections like athlete’s foot and ringworm.
- Wound Healing: Promotes faster healing of cuts, burns, and insect bites.
- Acne Treatment: Clears acne and prevents future breakouts.
- Aromatic: Provides a pleasant, calming scent for aromatherapy.
- Skin Health: Moisturises and rejuvenates dry, damaged skin.
Properties:
- Antimicrobial: Contains compounds such as leptospermone and flavesone that inhibit the growth of microorganisms.
- Antioxidant: Protects skin from free radical damage.
- Cytotoxic: Targets harmful cells without affecting healthy ones.
Kawakawa:
Benefits:
- Anti-inflammatory: Reduces inflammation, making it useful for conditions like arthritis and joint pain.
- Wound Healing: Speeds up the healing of cuts, wounds, and insect bites.
- Skin Health: Soothes and treats skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and rashes.
- Pain Relief: Acts as a natural analgesic for minor aches and pains.
- Anti-microbial: Helps protect against infections.
Properties:
- Anti-inflammatory: Contains myristicin and diayangambin, which help reduce inflammation.
- Analgesic: Provides pain relief for various ailments.
- Antimicrobial: Effective against certain bacteria and fungi.
- Antioxidant: Protects cells from damage by free radicals.
- Vasodilatory: Improves blood circulation by dilating blood vessels.
Together, East Coast Mānuka Oil and Kawakawa offer a potent combination of natural healing properties that can address a wide range of health and skincare needs, from antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects to promoting wound healing and skin health.
Kawakawa balm is a natural remedy made from the leaves of the Kawakawa plant (Macropiper excelsum), native to New Zealand. This balm is highly valued in traditional Māori medicine for its various therapeutic properties. Some of the key uses and benefits of Kawakawa balm include:
Skin Soothing: Kawakawa balm is commonly used to soothe irritated, inflamed, or sensitive skin. It is known for its anti-inflammatory properties, making it effective for conditions like eczema, psoriasis, or other skin rashes.
Healing Wounds: Due to its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, Kawakawa balm is often applied to minor cuts, scrapes, and burns to help speed up the healing process and reduce the risk of infection.
Relieving Dry Skin: It is often used as a moisturizer for dry or cracked skin, particularly on the hands, elbows, or feet, providing hydration and preventing further dryness.
Muscle and Joint Pain Relief: Kawakawa balm can also be used to relieve muscle aches, joint pain, and stiffness. It is often massaged into the affected area to provide relief from soreness.
Anti-bacterial and Anti-fungal: The balm has natural antibacterial and antifungal properties, which makes it useful for treating minor skin infections, athlete’s foot, and other fungal conditions.
Calming and Relaxing: The calming properties of Kawakawa make it a good choice for relieving stress and anxiety, though this benefit is typically more psychological when used in conjunction with other forms of relaxation.
Lip Care: Kawakawa balm can be used on chapped or cracked lips to help heal and protect the skin from environmental elements.
General Skin Care: Some people use it as a general all-purpose balm for skin care, especially for those with sensitive skin, as it helps maintain skin health without harsh chemicals.
To use Kawakawa balm, simply apply a small amount to the affected area and massage gently. As with any natural product, it is recommended to do a patch test first to ensure there are no allergic reactions.
INGREDIENTS
Kawakawa infused grapeseed and olive oils
Shea butter
Beeswax
Essential oils (Organic NZ grown lavender and Manuka)
Not recommended on babies under 12 months of age.
Patch test before use and discontinue use if irritation occurs.
