Noosh Naturals Sea Buck Balm

Noosh Naturals Sea Buck Balm is a plant-based, oil-and-wax balm made for external use on the skin. Its base is built around sea buckthorn oil, beeswax, shea butter, coconut oil, olive oil, sunflower seed oil and vitamin E, which are blended into a soft, semi-solid balm that melts on contact with skin. It is supplied in a small tin or pot format and is classified as an over-the-counter (OTC) product.

What sets this balm apart is its short, recognisable list of natural ingredients and its sea buckthorn oil content. Sea buckthorn oil is a deep orange oil pressed from the berries of the sea buckthorn plant and is known for its natural carotenoid and fatty acid content. Beeswax and shea butter give the balm its firm yet spreadable body, while the liquid oils make it glide across the skin.

Because it is an anhydrous balm, which means it contains no water, it has a rich and slightly occlusive feel on the skin. It is intended for external use on intact skin only and should be kept away from the eyes and from open or broken skin. Pack sizes can vary between listings, so please check the product page and printed label for the exact size you are ordering.

Wash and dry your hands and the skin area before use. Scoop a small amount of balm with a clean fingertip or a clean spatula and warm it between your fingers until it softens. Smooth a thin layer onto the skin and massage in gently until it is absorbed.

Replace the lid firmly after each use to keep the balm clean. Do not apply to broken, bleeding or weeping skin, and do not use near the eyes. Wash your hands after application, unless the hands themselves are being treated.

Apply a small amount to the skin as directed on the product label. This is a topical balm, so there is no oral dose and no systemic daily dose. A thin layer is enough, and applying more does not make the balm work faster.

If you miss an application, simply apply at the next usual time without doubling up. If skin irritation develops or the skin condition continues or worsens, stop using the balm and speak with a doctor or pharmacist.

Use before the expiry date or best-before date printed on the packaging. Once opened, keep the lid tightly closed and use within the period shown on the label, if one is stated.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat, as high temperatures can soften or melt the balm. Keep the lid tightly closed and keep out of the reach of children.

• Common: Mild skin irritation, redness, itching or a warm sensation at the application site.
• Common: Occasional clogged-pore feeling or greasy skin when a thick layer is applied on oil-prone skin.
• Serious: Signs of an allergic reaction such as spreading rash, hives, swelling of the lips, face or tongue, or difficulty breathing. Stop use and get urgent medical help, because the balm contains beeswax, tree-nut-derived butter and several plant oils that can trigger allergy in sensitive people.

• Known allergy or hypersensitivity to sea buckthorn, beeswax or other bee products, shea butter, coconut, olive oil, sunflower seed oil or vitamin E.
• Do not apply to deep wounds, open sores or broken skin unless advised by a healthcare professional.
• Do not use near the eyes or inside the nose or mouth.

• No clinically significant interactions with oral medicines are known for this product when it is used on intact skin.
• Avoid applying other creams, ointments or medicated topical products on the same area at the same time unless a pharmacist has advised it, as the oily base may alter how they are absorbed.
• No food interactions are known for this product.

• Do a small patch test on the inner forearm before first use if you have sensitive or allergy-prone skin.
• Use a clean fingertip or spatula each time so the balm in the tin stays clean.
• Warm the balm between your fingers before spreading so it glides smoothly.
• A thin layer is sufficient; thick layers tend to feel greasy and may stain clothing.
• Keep the tin in a cool place, because heat can melt the balm and change its texture.
• Check the label for any bee-product, nut or plant-oil ingredients if anyone in the household has allergies.

Precautions: Noosh Naturals Sea Buck Balm is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes and do not apply to open, broken or weeping skin. Because it contains beeswax, shea butter, coconut oil and other plant-derived ingredients, people with allergies to bee products, tree nuts or plant oils should be careful. Pregnant or breastfeeding women, and those with very sensitive skin, should check with a pharmacist before use. Stop use if irritation develops.

When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: See a doctor or pharmacist if the skin becomes red, swollen, painful or starts to weep, if a rash develops or spreads, if you show signs of an allergic reaction, or if the skin problem continues or worsens despite following the label directions. Seek urgent medical help for any swelling of the face or lips or difficulty breathing.