Fire & Balsam: Nature’s Warming & Cooling Balms

One warms. One cools. Both come from the forest and take twelve weeks to make.

A handcrafted duo of herbal balms rooted in traditional BC wildcrafting — the warming Fire Balm and the cooling Balsam Balm, each built on slow-infused snowbrush (Ceanothus velutinus) and Balm of Gilead (Populus balsamifera) harvested from BC forests. Two distinct formulas, one beautifully balanced ritual.

Made by Kootenay Woman — a small BC-based maker we trust for ethically wildcrafted, traditionally formulated herbal products. Small batch means limited availability — when this one’s gone, it may not come back right away.

Fire Balm — Warming

Organic olive oil slow-infused with wildcrafted BC snowbrush for 12 weeks, beeswax, grass-fed regenerative tallow, wildcrafted BC Balm of Gilead (poplar bud infused oil), copaiba resin, cayenne-infused olive oil, and essential oils of black spruce, ginger, and juniper.

Balsam Balm — Cooling

Organic olive oil slow-infused with wildcrafted BC snowbrush, shea butter, beeswax, wildcrafted BC Balm of Gilead (poplar bud infused oil), rosehip seed oil, and essential oils of peppermint, wintergreen, and lavender.

Why You'll Love It

• Wildcrafted BC botanicals — sustainably harvested snowbrush and Balm of Gilead from BC forests
• 12-week slow infusion — maximum botanical potency, no shortcuts
• Warming + cooling duo — two distinct formulas for a balanced herbal body care ritual
• Traditional formulation — rooted in generations of herbal knowledge and forest wisdom
• Thoughtfully Sourced — curated from independent, artisan-owned makers we believe in
• Meaningful Gift — perfect for anyone who loves natural body care or appreciates the craft behind what they put on their skin
• Limited Stock — small batch means limited availability. When it’s gone, it may not come back right away.

How to Use

Apply to the desired area as needed. For external use only. Perform a patch test before full application. Consult a healthcare provider for persistent discomfort.

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.

Try the Pure Grass-Fed Canadian Tallow Balm, the Deep Comfort Comfrey & Calendula Balm, or explore the Pure Tallow Balm Bundles for complete skincare sets.

Explore more bath and body essentials or pair with our handmade artisan jewelry for a complete self-care ritual.

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