



🌿 Ingredients 🌿
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Comfrey Leaf
Calendula
Arnica
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
St. John’s Wort Oil
Rosemary CO₂
Beeswax
Blue Chamomile Oil
Palmarosa Oil
Vitamin E
Comfrey Leaf
Comfrey Leaf*
(Symphytum tuberosum)
Supports fast skin repair, cellular regeneration, irritation relief, and tissue strengthening — with lower PA levels and safer topical use.
Calendula
Calendula Flowers*
Historically used for itchy or inflamed skin. Helps prevent infection and soothe irritation.
Arnica
Arnica Flowers*
Reduces swelling and bruising, supports tissue healing, and calms inflammation.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Extra Virgin Olive Oil*
Hydrates, protects, seals in moisture, and keeps ingredients stable and fresh.
St. John’s Wort Oil
St. John's Wort Oil*
St. John’s Wort oil has been a traditional go-to herb for skin comfort for hundreds of years, and it plays an important role in the soothing power of our Ouch Ointment. We use a rich, slow-infused St. John’s Wort oil because it supports the skin’s natural healing process in ways few herbs can.
Rosemary CO₂
Rosemary CO₂*
This type of rosemary isn’t steam-distilled or solvent-extracted. It’s made using supercritical CO₂ extraction, a clean and gentle method that pulls out the most active compounds from the plant without heat or chemical residues. That’s what makes it so special.
The extract is standardized in 60–65% organic sunflower oil, which ensures consistency, purity, and predictable potency. While this is not meant to replace preservatives in our formula, it aids with protecting our herbal infusions to keep them bioavailable longer.
Beeswax
Beeswax
We only source our beeswax from local beekeepers within the USA. (Mostly near NC.) Unlike other countries, the USA has regulations that prevent the use of dangerous chemicals in beekeeping. Unfortunately, many foreign beeswax suppliers, including those labeled as organic, have been found to contain such chemicals. For this reason, we are proud to support American beekeepers and use their pure, natural beeswax in our products.
Note: We cannot technically claim our beeswax is organic, but it is as clean as it can be from a local source.
Blue Chamomile Oil
Blue Chamomile Oil*
Rich in azulene — a powerful calming and cooling compound for redness, burns, rashes, and irritation.
Palmarosa Oil
Palmarosa Oil*
Natural antibacterial and antifungal support.
Vitamin E
Vitamin E (Non-GMO)*
We use a premium, natural form called Bioxan® SF, and it’s very different from regular Vitamin E.
Most “Vitamin E” in skincare is actually lab-made dl-alpha-tocopherol, which the body doesn’t recognize as well. Bioxan® SF is made from real sunflower seeds, so it contains the full spectrum of natural tocopherols.
Because it has a broader antioxidant profile, it shields delicate herbal infusions from heat, light, and air much more effectively than basic Vitamin E oil. This keeps our creams fresher, longer, without synthetic preservatives.
FAQs
Is Ouch Ointment safe for children?
Yes. This salve is gentle enough for a child’s skin and can be used on playground scrapes, bug bites, rashes, mild burns, and dry patches. There are no harsh chemicals or petroleum ingredients. A quick patch test is recommended for babies or very sensitive skin.
Can I use it on my dog?
Yes, with simple precautions. It can be applied to minor cuts, cracked paws, or dry noses. Make sure your dog doesn’t immediately lick the area; distract them for a few minutes or use a cone if necessary. (Watch for any biting/licking, avoiding the actual ingestion of the salve.)
Is this safe to use on cats?
Cats are extremely sensitive to essential oils. While some holistic vets do use gentle comfrey or calendula with cats, always consult your integrative veterinarian first before applying any salve to a cat because of their sensitivities.
Can this replace Neosporin?
For most people, yes. Ouch Ointment functions as a natural antibacterial support salve, helping keep wounds clean and calm while avoiding synthetic antibiotics and petroleum. It’s ideal for households seeking a clean first-aid alternative.
Does it help with burns or sunburn?
Yes, for mild burns. It helps soothe hot, red, peeling, or irritated skin. It is not recommended for open blisters or severe sun burns, however. You may want to look more into a cream base or an after sun cream so it absorbs into the skin allowing it to still breathe and "cool" off.
Can this help bug bites or stings?
Ouch Ointment is excellent for mosquito bites, bee stings (after removing the stinger), garden rash, and itchy welts. It helps reduce swelling and irritation while calming the itch.
Can this help with bruising or muscle soreness?
Yes. The arnica and comfrey infusion supports tissue recovery, easing soreness, bruising, and stiffness.
It’s often used by herbalists for sprains, injuries, post-workout soreness, and bumps or sports impact injuries.
Can this be used for nerve pain or shingles?
Many find relief using it on nerve irritation, post-shingles discomfort (once blisters have closed), and tingling or burning skin.
The St. John’s Wort and blue chamomile oils are particularly supportive in these cases as they have shown antiviral effects.
Does this burn or sting when applied to a cut?
No. There is no alcohol or chemical preservative that would cause a stinging sensation. It goes on smooth and is often soothing, even on irritated skin.
Does this Ouch Ointment salve kill bacteria?
Yes, it can help keep wounds clean naturally. Calendula, palmarosa, and St. John’s Wort are known for broad-spectrum antimicrobial support, without synthetic antibiotic agents.
How to Use Ouch Ointment
For Cuts, Scrapes, Bruises, and Bites:
Gently clean the area and massage a small amount of Ouch Ointment into the skin 2–3 times a day to calm irritation and support natural healing.
For Muscles, Sprains, or Deep Tissue Injury:
Massage a slightly larger amount into the sore area with slow, firm pressure 2–3 times daily to ease tension and support deeper tissue comfort.

