You’ll kiss a few frogs before you find your prince – as I found out recently from a sunflower oil product I was given. Within 10 minutes of applying, Eva’s skin was itchy, inflamed and red. Why is this? Many seed oils (like sunflower and safflower) may have the appearance of being natural, but are processed and can contain very large amounts of biologically active fats called Omega 6 polyunsaturated fatty acids, which are harmful in excess.
Where possible, I’ve found success when I stick to naturally occurring oils such as coconut and olive, which tend not to be heavily refined or processed. Armed with this information and after finding what worked for me, I created Frankie Kawakawa Balm.
My Kawakawa Balm is 100% plant/oil based, and made from a mix of organic and wild crafted ingredients. It contains a high concentration of nourishing shea butter, organic coconut and olive oil, healing calendula, vitamin E and kawakawa.
Native to New Zealand, the kawakawa plant is known for its healing and medicinal properties, that repair dry and irritated skin. Kawakawa is anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal, so is perfect for eczema, psoriasis, nappy rash, bites, burns and hives, or just dry skin or to repair skin.
Our balm and sunscreen are packed with kawakawa extract and oil, which I forage for on our kawakawa farm in Mangawhai with my dad and children. I forage for the kawakawa leaves using traditional techniques, which is thought to increase the plants medicinal qualities (as well as its sustainability).
As a result of frequent use (and along with our Colloidal Oat Soak), Eva’s skin has never been so soft and all inflammation has disappeared.
The results that I am also seeing you send me is truly incredible and has led me on a mission of making sure every mama in the world can see the benefits for their children with our healing Kawakawa Balm.
Want to learn more?
- Stopping the itch
- Oil-based topical treatments vs. moisturisers
- Finding your triggers with a food elimination protocol
- Healing from the inside with gut health
- Environmental and clothing triggers
Frankie Apothecary’s mission is to help all families discover the power of their native NZ Kawakawa plant and how their traditionally made skincare can help your family find relief from dry itchy skin prone to Eczema, Psoriasis and dermatitis. You can find them on their Website, on Facebook and Instagram.
