Ouchi Balm

For humans with bodies. And little people with boo-boos.

Ouchi Balm is a gentle, herb-rich salve for the everyday bumps, scrapes, dry patches, and ouches that come with being alive. Five botanicals — Comfrey Leaf and Root, Calendula, Chamomile, Yarrow, and a touch of Plantain — are slow-steeped together as an intentional blend, chosen because they work better as a team.

Together they support the skin's natural healing process, soothe irritation, and form a gentle protective layer over delicate, healing skin. Soft enough for little ones. Effective enough for the grown-ups who keep stealing it.

What it does:

Deep Moisture Beeswax and carrier oils create a protective barrier that locks in hydration — especially useful for rough hands, cracked heels, and dry elbows that never quite recover.

Skin Cell Support Comfrey contains allantoin, a naturally occurring compound traditionally associated with healthy skin cell renewal and regeneration. It's one of the reasons this plant has been a staple in herbal first-aid for centuries.

Soothes Irritation Calendula calms redness, ease sensitivity, and bring comfort to chapped skin and minor scrapes or chafing. Yarrow adds its own long-standing reputation for gentle skin support.

Antioxidant Herb Polyphenols found in these botanicals help shield the skin from everyday environmental stressors.

Topical Comfort for Muscles & Joints Comfrey preparations have a long traditional history — and some clinical backing — for easing minor muscle stiffness, sprains, and joint discomfort from everyday strain when massaged onto intact skin. Combined with the anti-inflammatory properties of the full herb blend, it's the kind of balm that earns a permanent spot in the medicine cabinet.

Botanicals & Base

Botanicals: Comfrey Leaf & Root, Calendula, Chamomile, Yarrow, Plantain Base: Olive Oil, Shea Butter, Local Beeswax

Sizes: Available in a 2 oz ($10) or 4 oz ($20) tin.

How to use

Apply a small amount to clean, intact skin as needed. Massage gently into rough, sore, or dry areas. Safe for the whole family.

Good to know:

External use only. Comfrey is not for internal use.

Avoid open wounds and deep cuts. Do not apply to broken or open skin — comfrey can seal surface tissue before deeper layers are ready.

Patch-test if you're sensitive. Chamomile and calendula belong to the daisy family (Asteraceae). If you have plant allergies in this family, test a small area first.

A note on summer shipping 🌞

If your balm arrives melted — don't panic. Simply pour her back into her tin and pop her in the fridge for a bit. Balms and salves can melt in summer heat or temperatures above 20°C. This is completely normal and won't affect the efficacy of the product one bit. She might be a touch grainy until she's massaged in, and then she'll be just fine.

And honestly? If she's a wet mess and you need her right now — just apply. She still works. 🌿

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition. For external use only.

Handcrafted in small batches in Alberta. Decanted fresh when your order ships.