LIVE BOTANICAL - Skin Balm
LIVE BOTANICAL - Skin Balm
LIVE BOTANICAL - Skin Balm
A variety of plant compounds work together to address multiple skin concerns. They support the skin’s natural response to discomfort and help protect against environmental stress. These compounds also promote the appearance of smoother, more even skin and can improve the look of skin tone and texture.
Beyond facial care, this product is perfect for softening dry or chapped looking skin, and everyday skin challenges like rashes, razor burn, sun exposure, cuts, and insect bites.
Includes Live Botanicls' Botanical Enrichment Method with advanced, potent extractions and encapsulation for optimal bioavailability & efficacy.
Scent: Lavender forward with resinous undertones from Love Botanical house-made whole frankincense tear concentrate. The essential oil dilution is equivalent to 0.5%.
Skin Types: Skin with adequate or excess oil production. Also supports maturing skin that is prone to congestion. Makes a lovely spot product for breakouts or a clarifying overnight moisture mask.
Texture: A soft, breathable balm that creates a protective layer on top of the skin. The formula is designed not to settle into pores and the overall fatty-acid profile is lightweight.
Botanical Profile:
Calendula officinalis Flower: Known for its richness in flavonoids, triterpenoids, and saponins, this flower helps calm skin and reduce the appearance of redness. It also works to protect the skin from oxidative stress, promoting a vibrant and balanced complexion. Calendula has long been valued in skincare for its gentle and soothing properties.
Frankincense (Boswellia sp.) Resin: Live Botanical's full-spectrum extract, made in-house, is valued for its ability to enhance the appearance of the skin. It contains compounds such as boswellic acids and terpenes that help calm the skin and support a smooth, firm look. The resin is sustainably sourced through the Beeyo Maal co-op in Somaliland.
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) Flower: Rich in flavonoids, tannins, and sesquiterpene lactones, yarrow helps soothe and refresh the skin, offering support to skin’s natural appearance. It’s also known for its antioxidant properties that help protect the skin from environmental factors.
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) Flower: Known for its calming and soothing qualities, lavender offers a variety of terpene compounds that help balance the skin’s natural feel and appearance.
Lichen (Usnea sp.): Contains usnic acid, which has a long tradition of being valued for its ability to support the skin. It helps protect against environmental stressors and promotes a fresh, clear look.
Buriti (Mauritia flexuosa) Fruit Oil: This Amazonian fruit oil is rich in carotenoids like beta-carotene, which help protect the skin from the effects of environmental stressors. It offers brightening qualities, promoting an even-toned appearance.
Immortelle (Helichrysum italicum) Essential Oil: A treasured oil in skincare, immortelle is known for supporting skin renewal. It helps to improve the appearance of fine lines and discoloration while offering antioxidant protection to keep the skin looking fresh and radiant.
Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha) Co2 Extract: Myrrh contains compounds that are valued for their contribution to the overall look and feel of the skin. It has a long-standing reputation for supporting healthy-looking skin.
Jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis) Oil: Jojoba oil is rich in fatty acids and esters that closely resemble the skin’s natural oils. It helps maintain balance while providing hydration and protection with its antioxidant-rich formula.
Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) Oil: Sunflower oil is packed with linoleic acid, which helps maintain the skin’s natural barrier. It’s a lightweight, moisturizing oil that helps protect the skin from environmental stress, leaving it feeling soft and hydrated.
How to Use:
For skincare: apply as the final step in your skincare ritual. While the skin is damp, massage in a pea-sized amount, focusing on areas needing extra attention. Best applied in the evenings or during the day if dealing with dryness.
For first-aid: on clean skin, dab a small amount on a cut, bite, rash, burn, or breakout.
Winner of the best balm in the 2017 Indie Beauty Expo Best in Show.
INGREDIENTS: helianthus annuus seed oil (sunflower)*^, simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) wax*^, raw beeswax*^, mauritia flexuosa (buriti) fruit oil#, [lecithin & achillea millefolium (yarrow) flower extract*^ & usnea sp. (lichen) extract^ & calendula officinalis flower extract*^ & boswellia sp. (frankincense) resin extract*#, & tocopherol], lavendula angustifolia (lavender) essential oil & extract^*, commiphora myrrh resin co2 extract*#, helichrysum italicum (immortelle) essential oil* and rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract*^
*organic | ^regionally sourced
93% regionally sourced
To foster higher standards of stewardship among the land & people Live Botanical practice bioregional sourcing. Most ingredients are grown in Oregon, their own micro-garden, or within the west coast of the USA and SW Canada.
If you are pregnant or nursing, consult with your doctor before using herbs. Always do a patch test on your skin before applying it to a large surface. For informational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Size: 50 ml / 1.7 fl oz