Herbal Vapor Rub

Description

There is a smell that means someone is taking care of you.

Most of us know it from childhood — that particular combination of cool and warm, sharp and soothing, that settles over you when you're sick and someone who loves you applies something to your chest and tells you to rest. It is one of the most comforting sensory memories most people carry.

Our Herbal Vapor Rub is that — made from scratch, made with intention, made without the petroleum jelly base and synthetic additives of the conventional version you grew up with.

Menthol crystals — derived from peppermint oil and known for their intensely cooling, airway-opening properties — lead the formula, bringing that immediate, unmistakable sensation of easier breathing. Eucalyptus essential oil (Eucalyptus globulus), one of the most widely recognized botanicals for respiratory support in the traditional herbal record, deepens and extends the effect. Rosemary essential oil (Rosmarinus officinalis), long valued in herbal tradition for its invigorating, clarifying properties, rounds out the aromatic blend with a clean, herbaceous warmth.

All of it carried in a base of rice bran and sunflower oils — lightweight, skin-compatible, and free of common allergens — set in organic beeswax to create a balm that stays where you put it and releases its vapors slowly and steadily through the night.

No petroleum. No synthetic fragrance. No ingredients you can't pronounce or trace back to the earth.

Just the plants, doing what they have always done. 

How to Use 

Apply generously to chest, throat, and upper back before sleep or as needed during the day. Can also be applied under — but not inside — the nose for immediate relief. Breathe slowly and deeply after application.

For best results, apply and then cover with a warm cloth or clothing to hold the heat and enhance vapor release.

Safe for adults and children over 2 years. For children, use sparingly and keep away from the face. Not for use during pregnancy without consulting your healthcare provider.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Best used within 12 months of opening. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes. Use clean fingers or a spatula to apply — keeping the tin clean extends shelf life.

Ingredients

Oryza sativa (Rice Bran) Oil; Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) Oil; Cera alba (Organic Beeswax); Menthol Crystals; Eucalyptus globulus (Eucalyptus) Essential Oil; Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) Essential Oil.

Disclaimers

For external use only. Keep away from eyes, inside of nose, and mucous membranes. Not for use on children under 2 years. Not recommended during pregnancy without consulting your healthcare provider. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition. If symptoms persist or worsen, please consult a healthcare provider.

A Note From Briana

"Cold season is the one time I'm genuinely grateful for menthol crystals. This is the jar that lives on my nightstand from October through March."