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Soothing Balm: A Natural Remedy for Dry, Sensitive, & Acne Prone Skin

When your skin is feeling dry, irritated or just needs some extra love, going back to simple, whole ingredients can make all the difference. Our Soothing Balm is a no-fuss, deeply nurturing formula made with just a handful of trusted ingredients: pasture-raised lard, jojoba oil, beeswax, and a calming blend of in-house infused herbs — Shu Di Huang, white willow bark, calendula, and chamomile.

This balm is a great example of animal based skincare done the traditional way — no essential oils, no synthetics, and nothing unnecessary. Just real ingredients your skin can recognise and respond to.

Why Lard Is at the Heart of Our Skincare

Used for generations, lard is one of the most skin-compatible fats you can find. It's naturally rich in fatty acids like oleic and palmitic acid, plus vitamins A, D, E and K — all essential for skin repair, elasticity, and hydration. Lard closely mimics our skin’s natural oils, which means it absorbs beautifully without clogging pores, and helps strengthen the skin’s natural barrier.

In our lard skincare, we use only pasture-raised, rendered lard — slow-infused with herbs — to bring you a balm that truly feeds the skin.

The Oils and Waxes That Make It Work

Jojoba Oil – Balancing & Non-Greasy

Jojoba oil is actually a wax ester that closely resembles your skin’s own sebum. It’s lightweight, non-comedogenic, and helps regulate oil production. It hydrates, soothes and carries herbal extracts deep into the skin, making it perfect for sensitive or acne-prone types.

Beeswax – Gentle Protection

We use unrefined beeswax to create a breathable barrier on the skin, helping to lock in moisture and protect against dryness and environmental stressors. It also gives the balm its soft, spreadable texture without making it greasy.

Meet the Herbs: Infused for Skin Harmony

All herbs are infused slowly into the lard over several weeks to extract their full benefits, ensuring every jar of balm is rich in active plant compounds.

Shu Di Huang (Prepared Rehmannia Root) – Deep Skin Nourishment

A beloved herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shu Di Huang is known for its blood-nourishing and yin-restorative qualities. Topically, it supports skin regeneration, soothes dryness and flakiness, and is especially beneficial for depleted or mature skin in need of restoration.

White Willow Bark – Clarifying and Calming

Rich in natural salicylates, white willow bark offers mild exfoliating properties to gently remove dead skin cells, unclog pores, and calm inflammation. It’s perfect for skin prone to congestion, redness or hormonal breakouts, all without being harsh or drying.

Calendula – Skin Soothing & Repairing

Calendula has long been used for its powerful anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and healing properties. It helps reduce redness and irritation while speeding up the recovery of minor wounds, eczema patches or flare-ups. Great for restoring balance to sensitive or damaged skin.

Chamomile – Calm & Comfort

Chamomile is a go-to for inflamed, reactive skin. It contains bisabolol, which soothes irritation, reduces redness, and helps the skin feel soft and calm. It’s especially helpful for people dealing with conditions like eczema, rosacea, or dryness caused by stress or weather.

What makes this balm truly special is the synergistic relationship between the infused herbs—each one amplifying the actions of the others for a well-rounded, deeply soothing effect. Chamomile and calendula work in harmony to reduce redness and calm inflammation, while white willow bark gently exfoliates and clears congestion, allowing the skin to better absorb nutrients. Shu Di Huang brings a deeply nourishing and regenerative quality, helping to replenish depleted skin and support long-term healing. Together, these herbs create a formula that not only soothes surface irritation but also supports the skin’s deeper healing processes, making it ideal for chronic dryness, eczema, and reactive skin conditions.

Why You'll Love This Lard Balm

Deep Hydration: Lard and jojoba oil provide lasting moisture that softens dry, rough, or cracked skin.
Soothes Inflammation: Calendula, chamomile, and white willow bark calm redness, itchiness, and flare-ups.
Supports Skin Healing: Shu Di Huang and beeswax protect and promote natural skin regeneration.
Essential Oil-Free: Safe for babies, sensitive skin, and those avoiding essential oils.
Whole Ingredient Formula: Just pure, honest ingredients that nourish from the outside in.

How to Use

Daily Moisturiser: Massage a small amount into clean, slightly damp skin after cleansing or toning.
Overnight Repair Balm: Apply a thicker layer to dry patches, cheeks, hands or feet before bed.
Baby Balm: Works beautifully as a nappy balm or gentle moisturiser for little ones.
Soothing Salve: Use on eczema, sunburn, or other irritated areas to calm and comfort the skin.

For best results, pair with your regular routine:

Cleanse with Ghee Cleansing Oil or warm water
Hydrate with Floral Toner
(Optional) Apply Barrier Repair Serum
Seal in moisture with your Soothing Balm

FAQs

1. Why use a lard balm instead of seed oil-based creams?
Lard is more biologically compatible with human skin than many plant oils. It’s stable, nourishing, and non-irritating—especially when paired with soothing herbs and beeswax.

2. Is this suitable for acne-prone skin?
Yes. Jojoba oil and white willow bark help balance oil production and clear congestion without clogging pores.

3. Can this balm help with eczema or irritation?
Absolutely. Calendula, chamomile, and lard work together to soothe inflammation, repair skin, and reduce flare-ups.

4. Is it safe for babies?
Yes! This lard balm is gentle enough for baby skin, and contains no essential oils, fragrances, or harsh ingredients.

5. How often should I use it?
As often as needed. It can be used daily as a moisturiser or applied several times a day on irritated or healing areas.

Final Thoughts

Simple, honest skincare works — and our Soothing Balm is proof. Made with lard, jojoba oil, beeswax, and slow-infused with herbs like Shu Di Huang, chamomile, white willow bark, and calendula, this balm is a deeply nourishing staple in any routine.

Whether you're new to lard skincare or have been seeking an animal based skincare product that’s free from essential oils and full of skin-loving wisdom, this balm delivers hydration, calm, and comfort in every jar.

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