Balm of Gilead Salve
~BALM OF GILEAD SALVE~
*this listing is for a 2oz amber glass jar with gold lid** please reuse or recycle*
ABOUT THIS ITEM:
Balm of Gilead are the resinous buds of the black poplar, or cottonwood tree. They can only be harvested in the late winter/ early spring when the tree is preparing to come out of its winter state. They are wonderfully scented and quite potent.
Balm of gilead buds contain salicylates, which is an analgesic and pain reducer.
This balm is used for treating pain and inflammation, specifically pain in the joints and tissues, sprains, strains, It works well for arthritic pain, sprains, overused muscles, and sore joints.
Balm of Gilead buds are also anti-sceptic and anti-microbial so this salve is also good for treating cuts, chapped skin, scrapes, burns, and wounds and eczema.
TO USE:
Apply to skin as desired
INGREDIENTS:
>fresh cottonwood buds
extracted in
>organic and unrefined oils of jojoba, apricot, and avocado
>local, ethically harvested beeswax
My promise to you is that all of my products are made ethically, with great reverence to our mother earth, using organic, organically grown, non-GMO, and/or ethically wild-harvested ingredients.
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Although I am a community herbalist and healer I am not a medical doctor. I am not attempting to diagnose or treat major medical conditions. Please be smart and use common sense when using herbs and natural healing modalities and be extra cautious if you are taking prescription medications, pregnant or breast feeding, have ongoing immune issues or major health concerns. Please consult with a healthcare professional if you have concerns about serious medical conditions or contraindications. Not FDA approved.