Organic Cottonwood Bud Salve

What is Cottonwood Salve?

Cottonwood Salve is a natural herbal ointment traditionally crafted from the buds of the cottonwood tree (Populus balsamifera or Populus trichocarpa). The buds of these trees are rich in a fragrant resin that contains medicinal properties, making them highly valued for their anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and skin-healing qualities.

Key Ingredients:

1. Cottonwood Buds (Balm of Gilead Buds): Rich in salicin, antioxidants, and natural resins that promote healing and reduce inflammation.

2. Lind Seed Oil : Used to infuse the buds and extract their beneficial properties.

3. Beeswax: Adds texture and stability to the salve.

4. Vitamin E (Optional): Preservative and skin-nourishing agent.

Healing Properties:

1. Anti-inflammatory: Helps soothe swollen, sore, or irritated skin.

2. Pain Relief: Natural analgesic properties help with minor aches, joint pain, and muscle soreness.

3. Antimicrobial: Reduces the risk of infection on minor cuts, scrapes, and abrasions.

4. Skin Healing: Promotes the regeneration of skin cells, making it ideal for healing dry, cracked skin, burns, and rashes.

5. Antioxidant: Protects the skin from environmental damage and aging.

Traditional Uses:

- Relief for sore muscles and joint pain
- Treatment for minor cuts, scrapes, and burns
- Soothing eczema and psorias
-  Healing chapped lips and dry skin
- Alleviating arthritis pain

How to Use:

- Apply a small amount to the affected area and gently massage.

- For muscle soreness, rub onto the area before bed for overnight relief.

- Use 2–3 times a day as needed.

Precautions:

- Avoid if allergic to aspirin (salicin content).

- Perform a patch test to check for allergies.

- Not recommended for pregnant women without consulting a healthcare provider.