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Chickweed Ointment

Chickweed Ointment

TWIG’s Chickweed Ointment is a carefully crafted herbal blend infused with chickweed, plantain, and calendula — three traditionally used skin herbs chosen to calm irritation and support the skin’s natural healing processes. Particularly helpful for grazes, rashes, broken and unsettled skin, this gentle balm is a staple for family first-aid kits and low-tox homes.

When seasonally available, all oil infusions are made in small batches using fresh, local, wildcrafted herbs.

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Who is this for?

Apply as often as needed to dry, itchy, irritated, or damaged skin as required. Suitable for repeated use.

Storage: Keep below 30°C.

How to use

Apply as often as needed to dry, itchy, irritated, or damaged skin as required. Suitable for repeated use.

Storage: Keep below 30°C.

Ingredients

HEROS
Stellaria media (Chickweed)
Traditionally used to soothe itchy, irritated, or dry skin. Gentle enough for sensitive and delicate skin.

Plantago lanceolata (Plantain)
Known as the “farmer’s band-aid,” plantain supports minor cuts, grazes, and skin discomfort.

Calendula officinalis (Calendula)
A classic skin-soothing herb, calendula helps calm irritation and supports the skin’s natural barrier.


Full ingredients: Organic olive oil, local beeswax, Stellaria media (chickweed), Plantago lanceolata (plantain), Calendula officinalis (calendula), and natural vitamin E.

FAQ

Is this suitable for eczema-prone skin?
This ointment is often chosen by those with sensitive or eczema-prone skin due to the gentle, traditionally used herbs it contains. It’s designed to help soothe irritation and support the skin’s natural barrier, but is not intended to treat or cure medical conditions.

Can this be used on babies?
Yes — the formulation is gentle and suitable for very young and sensitive skin. Always patch test before first use.

How often can I apply it?
Apply as needed. Many people use it daily or during times when skin feels itchy, irritated, or unsettled.

Does it contain fragrance or essential oils?
No. This ointment is free from added fragrance and essential oils, making it suitable for sensitive skin.

Is this safe for long-term use?
The simple, natural ingredients make it suitable for ongoing use as part of a gentle skincare routine. Discontinue use if irritation occurs.

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What are the differences between TWIGS balms?

Chickweed Ointment -A herbal blend with chickweed, plantain, and calendula. Traditionally chosen for itchy, irritated, or easily unsettled skin, including rashes, grazes, and dry patches.

Calendula Ointment - A classic calendula-focused balm made with calendula extract. Ideal as a gentle, everyday skin soother for dry, itchy, or sensitive skin; often chosen for baby care.

Wonderbalm - A robust multi-herbal balm combining calendula, yarrow, myrrh, frankincense, and lavender.
Designed as a concentrated support for bites, scratches, grazes, dryness, and a wider range of superficial skin concerns.

Which balm is best for baby skin?

Calendula Ointment is the gentlest and most commonly chosen for baby skin.

Chickweed Ointment may also be used on baby skin with a patch test.

Wonderbalm — more herbal potency and essential oils— may be better saved for older children or adults unless patch testing shows great tolerance.

Which balm should I choose for dry, flaky skin?

Calendula Ointment — classic daily soothing and moisture support.
Chickweed Ointment — helpful if dryness comes with itch or irritation.
Wonderbalm — richer texture and more botanicals for deeper dryness.

Which balm is best for grazes or minor surface wounds?

Wonderbalm and Chickweed Ointment tend to be chosen when irritation, grazes, or minor surface skin concerns are present.

Calendula Ointment supports gentle skin comfort and calmer skin environments.

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