Forager Herbal First Aid Salve
Forager Herbal First Aid Salve
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A deeply restorative herbal salve crafted for skin in need of extra care. Nourishing grass-fed tallow gently infused with wild harvested comfrey leaf & root, fir resin, and usnea . The addition of lanolin to create a protective barrier that locks in moisture while supporting the skin’s natural healing process.
Used as a herbal first aid remedy, Forager Salve is a versatile staple for cuts, scrapes, dry cracked skin, rough hands, bug bites, minor burns, bruises, scars, rashes, red itchy patches, cracked heels, and blemish spot care. The rich blend of botanicals helps calm irritation while softening and restoring damaged skin. Also wonderful for chafing, split fingertips, windburn, and stubborn dry patches. Can be used as an overnight face balm for very dry, damaged skin.
Ingredients: Grass-fed Tallow infused with Symphytum officinale (Comfrey) Leaf & Root^, Pseudotsuga Menziesii (Douglas Fir) Resin^, Usnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract^, Simmondsia chinensis (Jojoba) Oil*, Ricinus communis (Castor) Oil*, Beeswax, Lanolin, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract (Antioxidant)*. *Organic, ^Wild Harvested
Comfrey is a deeply restorative botanical traditionally used in skin preparations for its soothing and regenerative properties. It is rich in allantoin, which supports skin cell renewal and helps calm irritation, dryness, and minor abrasions.
Douglas fir resin is different from sap, it is a protective substance the tree produces when injured. It forms a protective seal that helps keep out harmful fungus and bacteria while supporting the tree's own healing process. It can be used in the same way on our skin to create a protective, antimicrobial barrier. We only gather resin that has naturally dripped and hardened on the bark after a tree has been wounded, never injuring the tree or harvesting directly from its wound.
Traditionally, conifer resins have been used topically in salves due to their antimicrobial and skin-protective properties. Research shows they contain resin acids and aromatic compounds that help inhibit microbial growth and support wound healing and skin regeneration, while also forming a breathable occlusive layer that helps protect damaged skin and retain moisture.
Usnea is a lichen that contains usnic acid, known for antimicrobial activity against common skin bacteria, and has long been used externally in salves and oils to support wound healing and skin recovery. When infused into oil, it is valued for supporting minor cuts, irritated skin, and blemish-prone areas by helping reduce microbial overgrowth and calm inflammation.
30ml glass jar
Our Tallow Commitment
Our Tallow Commitment
At Thaea Botanicals, we source grass-fed and finished tallow from small, regenerative family farms in the Comox Valley and surrounding areas. Supporting local farms allows us to prioritize environmental stewardship and animal welfare.
We render each batch in-house, low and slow, to preserve its natural nutrients and ensure exceptional quality. Choosing locally sourced tallow is not only nourishing for your skin, it’s a more sustainable choice for the planet.
Product Consistency
Product Consistency
While I take great care to keep each batch of balm as consistent as possible, tallow is a natural ingredient and slight variations in texture can occur from batch to batch. Factors such as cattle breed, diet and forage quality, seasonal changes, climate etc. can all influence the final hardness and consistency of the rendered tallow.
Temperature also plays a role, if your balm becomes too cool it may feel slightly grainy, and if it becomes too warm it can soften or melt. This is completely normal for pure, minimally processed tallow and does not affect the quality, safety, or skin-loving benefits of the product.
A Gentle Reminder
A Gentle Reminder
Our products are lovingly handcrafted with natural, wildcrafted, and animal-based ingredients. While we pour care and knowledge into every jar, everyone’s skin is unique. We encourage you to patch test new products and discontinue use if irritation occurs.
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