Belle Blume's Ingredient Library:

Our ingredients are carefully selected for their purity, traditional use and natural value — from renowned herbs and botanical oils to skin-loving plant extracts. This page celebrates the botanicals behind our formulas and the purpose each one brings.

Calendula (Calendula officinalis)

Calendula has been used in traditional herbal care for centuries due to its gentle soothing and skin-supportive properties.

Key properties:

Naturally calming for irritated or overworked skin

Helps support skin recovery and comfort

Rich in flavonoids and antioxidants

Traditionally used to support circulation in topical preparations

In Belle Balm, calendula helps provide a comforting base for sore muscles and sensitive areas.

Cayenne Pepper (Capsicum annuum)

Cayenne pepper contains capsaicin, a compound widely used in topical preparations designed to create a warming sensation on the skin.

Key properties:

Creates a warming effect on the skin

Traditionally used to comfort tired muscles

Supports local circulation

Often used in topical formulations for muscle and joint comfort

In Belle Balm, cayenne contributes to the balm’s natural warming sensation that helps relax tight areas.

Ginger (Zingiber officinale)

Ginger is well known in traditional medicine for its warming and comforting properties.

Key properties:

Naturally warming and stimulating

Traditionally used to help ease muscle tension

Rich in bioactive compounds such as gingerols

Supports a comforting sensation on the skin

In Belle Balm, ginger works alongside cayenne to provide deep warming comfort for tired muscles and joints.

Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus)

Eucalyptus oil is widely used in topical balms for its refreshing cooling sensation and aromatic properties.

Key properties:

Provides a cooling and refreshing sensation

Helps create a balanced warming-cooling experience

Known for its uplifting aromatic scent

Commonly used in topical preparations designed for muscle comfort

In Belle Balm, eucalyptus complements the warming botanicals to create a natural thermal contrast effect.

Sunflower Oil (Helianthus annuus)

Sunflower oil is a lightweight, nourishing carrier oil that helps deliver botanical extracts to the skin.

Key properties:

Rich in vitamin E and essential fatty acids

Helps moisturise and soften the skin

Supports skin barrier health

Enhances absorption of botanical ingredients

Sweet Almond Oil (Prunus amygdalus dulcis)

Sweet almond oil is valued in natural skincare for its deeply nourishing and conditioning properties.

Key properties:

Rich in vitamins A, E and essential fatty acids

Helps soften and condition the skin

Supports smooth balm application

Helps maintain skin hydration.

Beeswax (Cera alba)

Beeswax provides the structure and protective qualities of the balm.

Key properties:

Helps create a protective skin barrier

Locks in moisture and nourishment

Gives the balm its smooth, spreadable texture

Supports long-lasting application

Oat (Oat Kernel)

Oat has been used for centuries in traditional skincare to help comfort dry, itchy and sensitive skin. Oats contains naturally occurring compounds called beta-glucans and avenanthramides, which help support skin hydration and maintain a healthy skin barrier.
These soothing properties make oat a popular ingredient in products designed for dry or delicate skin, helping the skin feel softer, calmer and more comfortable

Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla)

Chamomile flowers are traditionally known for their calming and soothing properties, making them popular in skincare formulas designed for sensitive or dry skin.

Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis)

Evening primrose oil is naturally rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an important fatty acid known for helping maintain skin moisture and smoothness.

Rice Bran Oil (Oryza sativa)

Rice bran oil is a nutrient-rich botanical oil containing vitamin E and natural antioxidants that help support the skin barrier and maintain hydration.

Turmeric (Curcuma longa)

Turmeric contains natural antioxidants and has been used in traditional herbal systems to support healthy-looking skin and maintain balance.

Plantain Leaf(Plantago major)

Plantain leaf contains natural mucilage compounds that help soften and hydrate dry skin, supporting comfort and smoothness.

Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri)

Brahmi is a cooling botanical traditionally used in herbal skincare to help maintain calm, comfortable skin.

Neem Leaf (Azadirachta indica)

Neem leaves have been valued in traditional herbal care for supporting clean, balanced skin and helping maintain a healthy skin surface

Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra)

Liqorice root contains naturally occurring compounds that help support an even skin appearance and improve comfort.