Fire & Balsam: Nature’s Warming & Cooling Balms

Fire & Balsam: Nature’s Warming & Cooling Balms

Wild-Harvested Botanical Blends from British Columbia

A handcrafted duo of balms inspired by traditional herbal practices—one warming, one cooling—made with wild-harvested snowbrush (Ceanothus velutinus) and Balm of Gilead (Populus balsamifera) from BC forests.

• Fire Balm – A warming blend infused with forest botanicals traditionally used to soothe tired muscles and joints.
• Balsam Balm – A cooling, aromatic balm with herbs historically valued for their calming properties.

Rooted in the rhythms of the land, these balms offer a balanced herbal ritual for body care.

Fire Balm (Warming)

A Traditional Warming Herbal Salve

Ingredients:

• Organic olive oil (slow-infused with wildcrafted BC snowbrush for 12 weeks)
• Beeswax
• Grass-fed tallow (regenerative)
• Wildcrafted BC Balm of Gilead (poplar bud infused oil)
• Copaiba resin
• Cayenne-infused olive oil
• Essential oils of black spruce, ginger, and juniper

Traditional Uses of Key Ingredients:

• Snowbrush (Ceanothus velutinus) – Historically used by some Indigenous peoples for topical applications.
• Balm of Gilead (Poplar Buds) – Resinous buds traditionally gathered for their aromatic and soothing qualities.
• Copaiba & Cayenne – Used in herbalism for their warming properties.
• Black Spruce & Ginger – Forest botanicals known for their grounding, invigorating aromas.

Balsam Balm (Cooling)

A Traditional Cooling Herbal Salve

Ingredients:

• Organic olive oil (slow-infused with wildcrafted BC snowbrush)
• Shea butter
• Beeswax
• Wildcrafted BC Balm of Gilead (poplar bud infused oil)
• Rosehip seed oil
• Essential oils of peppermint, wintergreen, and lavender

Traditional Uses of Key Ingredients:

• Snowbrush & Balm of Gilead – Wild-harvested botanicals traditionally used in topical preparations.
• Peppermint & Wintergreen – Cooling herbs long valued for their refreshing qualities.
• Rosehip Seed Oil – A nourishing oil historically used to support skin wellness.
• Lavender – A calming herb cherished for its aromatic properties.

The Wisdom of Wildcrafted Botanicals

These balms are crafted with deep respect for traditional herbal knowledge, using:

• Wild-harvested snowbrush & Balm of Gilead – Sustainably gathered from BC forests.
• Slow-infused oils – Prepared with patience to honor the plants’ properties.
• Forest-inspired essential oils – Chosen for their aromatic and traditional uses.

Whether you seek warmth or cooling comfort, these balms offer a plant-based ritual rooted in nature’s rhythms.

Disclaimer:
These statements have not been evaluated by Health Canada. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. These balms are offered as traditional herbal preparations for topical use only. Always perform a patch test before full application. Consult a healthcare provider for persistent discomfort.