Calm & Restore: The One Salve I Always Reach For
We all have that one product we reach for when our skin is acting up. For me, it’s Calm & Restore—a handcrafted salve I originally formulated for dry, irritated skin. But over time, it’s become my go-to for just about everything—especially after long days outside in the sun, wind, and garden grit.
This week I spent three solid days planting, weeding, and prepping garden beds, and I didn’t even realize how much sun my skin had absorbed until I felt that familiar tight, pink feeling—just a little too much. Not a full sunburn, but definitely that “crispy” stage.
Why It Works for Sunburn
What makes Calm & Restore so effective for mild sunburn is its soothing, reparative ingredients:
Jojoba oil: deeply moisturizing and mimics the skin’s natural oils
Calendula: powerful anti-inflammatory and skin healer
Comfrey: supports cell regeneration and repair
Dandelion: underrated, but incredibly calming for inflamed or stressed skin
Lavender & Frankincense essential oils: calm, soothe, and support skin healing
Beeswax: locks in moisture and protects without clogging pores
After applying it before bed, I woke up feeling so much better. No itching. No flaking. Just soft, soothed skin.
More Ways to Use Calm & Restore
Over the past year, I’ve discovered that this little tin of herbal goodness is endlessly useful. Here are some favorite ways my family and I use it:
Post-sun exposure (like this week!)
Dry, cracked hands after chores or winter air
Small scrapes and scratches
Bug bites—it helps take the edge off the itch
Eczema or skin flares in kids
Windburn or irritated cheeks in winter
As a nighttime heel balm when feet get rough
Even diaper rash in a pinch
It’s gentle enough for sensitive skin, but powerful enough to really support healing.
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re a gardener, a mom, or someone who just spends a lot of time outdoors, Calm & Restore is a salve worth keeping nearby. I keep a tin in my apothecary, one in my bag, and one by the sink. It’s truly one of those remedies that earns its place in your everyday rhythm.
Want to keep some on hand this season? You can grab a jar here.
Let your skin rest, heal, and be restored—naturally.