Soothing Sunburn and Insect Bite Balm
Sunburn and insect bites are common discomforts during the summer months.
Preparing your own herbal balms is a natural and effective solution to relieve
these ailments. Here’s a detailed guide to creating homemade balms with natural ingredients to
soothe and heal your skin.
The benefits of herbal balms
Herbal balms are a natural alternative to commercial products, often
loaded with chemicals. Herbal remedies possess soothing, healing and anti-inflammatory properties that are perfect for treating skin irritations caused by the sun and insects. By making your own balms, you control the ingredients and enjoy
safe, effective remedies.
1. Aloe and lavender sunburn balm
Ingredients
2 tablespoons aloe vera gel
1 tablespoon coconut oil
10 drops lavender essential oil
1 teaspoon beeswax (optional for a firmer texture)
Preparation
Melt the coconut oil and beeswax (if used) in a bain-marie.
Once melted, remove from the heat and add the aloe vera gel, mixing well.
Add the drops of lavender essential oil and mix again.
Pour the mixture into a small, clean jar and leave to cool to room temperature.
How to use: Apply a small amount of balm to sunburned skin to soothe and moisturize.
Virtues
Aloe vera: Moisturizing and healing, it helps repair sun-damaged tissue.
Coconut oil: Nourishing and soothing, it reduces inflammation.
Lavender essential oil: Antiseptic and calming, it promotes skin regeneration.
2. Calendula and peppermint balm for insect bites
Ingredients
2 tablespoons calendula-infused olive oil
1 tablespoon shea butter
10 drops peppermint essential oil
1 teaspoon beeswax
Preparation
Melt the shea butter and beeswax in a double boiler.
Once melted, remove from the heat and add the calendula-infused olive oil, mixing well.
Add the drops of peppermint essential oil and mix again.
Pour the mixture into a small, clean jar and leave to cool to room temperature.
Use: Apply a small amount of balm to insect bites to relieve itching and reduce inflammation.
Virtues
Calendula: Soothing and healing, it helps reduce inflammation and heal irritations.
Shea butter: Nourishing and moisturizing, it protects and repairs the skin.
Peppermint essential oil: Refreshing and analgesic, it relieves itching and pain.
3. Chamomile and yarrow balm for skin irritations
Ingredients
2 tablespoons jojoba oil infused with chamomile
1 tablespoon calendula oil
10 drops yarrow essential oil
1 teaspoon beeswax
Preparation
Melt the beeswax in a bain-marie.
Once melted, remove from heat and add the chamomile-infused jojoba oil and calendula oil, mixing well.
Add the drops of yarrow essential oil and mix again.
Pour the mixture into a small, clean jar and leave to cool to room temperature.
Use: Apply a small amount of balm to irritated areas of the skin to soothe and heal.
Virtues
Chamomile: Anti-inflammatory and soothing, it calms irritation and redness.
Yarrow: Antiseptic and healing, it promotes the healing of wounds and irritations. For more advice and to find quality products, visit France Herboristerie.
Adopt these natural remedies for a carefree summer, and enjoy the benefits of medicinal plants to the full.