Balm of Gilead Salve
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Balm of Gilead Salve

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Balm of Gilead SalveWhat is Balm of Gilead? An ancient soothing remedy made from the resinous buds of Cottonwood (Poplar) trees. Known for its sweet, honey like aroma and natural analgesic properties, this salve is traditionally used to ease minor aches, soothe skin irritations, and comfort sore muscles. I'm Sarah, and I wildcrafted the cottonwood buds for this balm from windfall trees along Kootenay riverbanks in late winter. I only harvest from naturally fallen

What is Balm of Gilead?

An ancient soothing remedy made from the resinous buds of Cottonwood (Poplar) trees. Known for its sweet, honey-like aroma and natural analgesic properties, this salve is traditionally used to ease minor aches, soothe skin irritations, and comfort sore muscles.

I'm Sarah, and I wildcrafted the cottonwood buds for this balm from windfall trees along Kootenay riverbanks in late winter. I only harvest from naturally fallen branches—never living trees. Every jar is infused and blended by hand in my Fruitvale kitchen.

Balm of Gilead Salve
60ml Handcrafted Tin

Wildcrafted • Small-Batch • Traditional

A potent, resinous salve crafted from wild-harvested Canadian cottonwood buds, slowly infused in organic oil and blended with organic Canadian beeswax, Frankincense (Boswellia carterii & Boswellia sacra), and cedarwood essential oils. Made in reverence for the ancient healing traditions of Balm of Gilead—honoring its legacy as a cherished herbal remedy.

Traditional & Contemporary Uses

Historically, Balm of Gilead has been used to support:

  • Skin comfort for minor irritations, dryness, or rough patches.
  • Muscle and joint ease after exertion or seasonal shifts.
  • Aromatic grounding with its warm, woody-resin fragrance.

Today, herbalists and foragers value it for:

  • Outdoor skin care (hands, cuticles, or wind-chapped areas).
  • Post-activity recovery (massaged into tired muscles).
  • A natural balm for DIY herbal first aid kits.

From Forest to Remedy

Learn how I harvest cottonwood buds from windfall trees each February, and why I never take from living trees. Read: The Smell of Spring →

Crafted With Intention

  • Wildcrafted ethically in British Columbia
  • Small-batch infused for 4+ weeks to extract the bud's full benefits.
  • No fillers, synthetics, or parabens—just plant medicine.

The Glade Taught Me This

I only harvest from windfall cottonwood trees—never living ones. The Glade, a meadow I loved as a child, was logged and lost. That taught me: the forest gives generously when we listen. I don't need to harm living trees to create powerful medicine. 10% of your purchase protects ancient forests through the Canadian Ancient Forest Alliance. Read The Glade story →

Note: This product is not evaluated by Health Canada. For external use only. Patch test recommended.

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