Natural body balms have been around for centuries and are still extremely popular as people become more aware of the benefits of natural skincare.
What is a body / skin balm?
Natural balms are more than just a balm for the lips, they're a natural skincare saviour!
Natural body balms are made with plant based oils, butters and natural waxes. Balms are in a solid form which melt into a liquid with the warmth from your skin. These natural ingredients help to protect, hydrate and soothe the skin. A multi purpose balm that can be used from 3 months of age and in so many ways.
Lets start with the skin benefits of Kind Melts Calendula Balm.
1. Skin hydration
Natural balms are packed with moisturising ingredients which help to hydrate the skin and lock in the moisture. Kind Melts uses natural ingredients with skin hydrating properties these include a Jojoba oil, this oil is very similar to the skins own sebum.* Jojoba oil protects and hydrates the skin without clogging pores and causing acne. It's light and suitable for all skin types and can be used multiple times a day.
Keeping the skin hydrated helps to prevent itching, dry and irritated skin, it also aids with improving the skins elasticity, helping to reduce wrinkles and fine lines.
* Sebum is a oily waxy substance that the skin produces to help protect and keep skin moisturised.
2. Protecting the skin
Natural body balms protect the skin, the natural ingredients are rich in fatty acids, vitamins and nutrients. They help protect the skin against the elements, and lock in moisture to stop the skin drying out. Our organic cocoa butter is an excellent skin protector, it acts as a barrier against the elements. Cocoa butter is a wonderful ingredient not only for protecting and moisturising the skin but also improving the skin tone and elasticity.
*Protects against UV rays. The antioxidants in cocoa butter help to mediate the harmful effect of UV rays which contribute to premature ageing. Source - https://www.hollandandbarrett.com/the-health-hub/conditions/skin-health/cocoa-butter-benefits/
3. Repairing skin
Natural balms can help to repair the skin. They can help to reduce the appearance of skin blemishes, scars and aid tissue regeneration. Our calming calendula balm contains Shea butter, Beeswax and Calendula oil, all known to aid in healing and repairing skin. Our skin friendly ingredients add moisture and suppleness to the skin whilst supporting the skins regeneration.
4. Skin soothing
There are many skin complaints that can benefit from natural body balms. Minor wounds, dry itchy skin, skin irritation, cracked skin and sunburn to name a few. The natural ingredients we use in our balms have excellent soothing and anti inflammatory properties. *
Eczema (atopic dermatitis). Early research shows that applying shea butter to the skin, alone or with other ingredients, improves symptoms of eczema in children and adolescents. Source - https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-1512/shea-butter
5. Suitable for all skin types
Our natural all purpose balm is made with skin beneficial ingredients meaning that it is suitable for all skin types. Kind Melts balm can be used multiple times a day on multiple areas of the skin. It's so gentle it can be used on the sensitive skins of babies over 3 months old.
How to use a natural body balm.
Balms are simple to use, there are no hard and fast rules on when or how to use them. Simply use a clean finger to apply the silky smooth balm onto your skin.
What can you use a natural skin balm for?
Kind Melts all purpose balm for skin and lips is an all purpose natural balm. You can use it safely on all areas of skin with the exception of around the eyes, mucous membranes or on broken skin. It is an excellent emollient for skin that needs intense moisture treatment, such as irritated or dry skin.
As well as using our natural balm for all of the above reasons, here are some of our favourite uses you may have not even considered!
Rashes and nappy rash balm
Baby skin balm
After shave balm
Cuticle and nail balm
Foot and Heel balm
Gardeners hand balm
Eyebrow shaping balm
You can now save money and space by combining all your families skincare needs in to one handy jar, with our Calming Calendula natural balm.