Across cultures and throughout centuries, the humble balm has been trusted as a go-to solution for healing wounds. Ancient balms were concocted using gummy resin and oils from branches, leaves and buds of balsam trees native to the arid regions of North Africa. Balms attained their healing status because these potent resins and oils contain bisabolol, phenolic acids, salicin and other compounds with antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, which modern studies have validated for treating wounds topically.
Not restricted to wound care, balms are a natural treatment for clients suffering from very dry, itchy, irritated and sensitive skin. The condition is aggravated by harsh weather or other skin stressors, and even when clients use makeup in an attempt to camouflage dry, flaky skin around the chin, cheeks and T-zone.
“Balms consist of butters, oils and waxes”
PROBLEM: A client's skin needs more intense moisturizing than most creams provide.
SOLUTION: Balms are a simple secret to comforting skin irritation, providing deep moisturization and repairing skin's protective barrier — in the treatment room and for home care.
Les Nouvelles Esthétiques & Spa
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