Mighty Natural Relief™ Key Ingredients
Willow bark, derived from Salix species, has been used topically for centuries in various traditional medicine systems, including European, Native American, and Chinese practices, for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and astringent properties. This was largely due to its salicin content, a precursor to modern aspirin.
The ancient Egyptians and Greeks around 1500 BC, used willow bark poultices and infusions topically to soothe skin inflammations, relieve pain from wounds, and treat conditions like eczema and acne.
In medieval Europe, herbalists used willow bark salves to reduce swelling and heal burns, while Native American tribes applied it to cuts and sores for its antiseptic effects.
Its ability to exfoliate dead skin and unclog pores also made it a valued ingredient in historical cosmetic preparations for improving complexion and promoting skin clarity.
Chamomilla, often called chamomile, has a long history of topical use dating back to ancient civilizations. It was used for its calming and anti-inflammatory properties.
The ancient Egyptians revered it as a sacred herb. They used chamomile-infused oils and salves to soothe skin irritations, burns, and rashes. Greeks and Romans applied it to treat wounds and to promote healing.
In medieval Europe, chamomile was a favorite component used in herbal medicine such as in poultices and creams to alleviate eczema, dermatitis, and other skin inflammations.
Two of its active compounds, chamazulene and bisabolol, were valued for reducing redness, calming sensitive skin, and aiding in tissue repair.
Camphor is derived from the wood of the Cinnamomum camphora tree. Its popularity as a topical remedy has been revered by numerous cultures for its cooling, analgesic, and antiseptic properties.
Ancient China used camphor applied to the skin to relieve pain, reduce itching, and treat minor burns and insect bites.
Ayurvedic medicine, practiced in India, used camphor for its ability to alleviate skin inflammations, muscle aches, and joint pain when used in topical oils or pastes. The Medieval period in Europe, added camphor in salves to soothe skin irritations and promote wound healing.
Ayurvedic medicine across many cultures have used aloe vera topically to reduce inflammation, treat acne, and enhance skin radiance.
Aloe’s rich composition of vitamins, antioxidants, and amino acids made it a prized natural remedy for maintaining healthy, youthful skin.
Ancient Egyptians, 1500 BC, referred to aloe as the “plant of immortality” and used its gel to treat skin conditions, burns, and wounds, to hydrate and soften the skin.
Frankincense, a resin derived from the Boswellia tree, has been used topically for centuries particularly in ancient Egyptian, Middle Eastern, and Ayurvedic traditions.
It’s valued for its anti-inflammatory, rejuvenating, and healing properties.
Early Egyptians incorporated frankincense oil into cosmetics and salves to promote youthful skin, reduce wrinkles, and treat scars and wounds, often reserving it for royalty and religious rituals.
In Arabian and Indian medicine, it was applied to soothe skin irritations, heal cuts, and alleviate inflammation from conditions like eczema. Its active compounds, such as boswellic acids, were prized for enhancing skin elasticity, protecting against environmental damage, and supporting tissue repair, making frankincense a cornerstone of historical topical skincare and medicinal practices.
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), a naturally occurring organosulfur compound, has been used topically for its anti-inflammatory and skin-enhancing properties making it a popular botanical. MSM gained traction in alternative medicine for soothing joint pain, muscle soreness, and skin conditions added in creams or gels.
MSM’s sulfur content was believed to aid in keratin formation, benefiting hair and nail health when used topically. MSM has been valued for its potential to alleviate inflammation, enhance skin hydration, and promote wound healing.
Menthol has been used topically for centuries for its cooling, analgesic, and soothing properties.
As early as 1000 BC, mint-based ointments were applied to relieve headaches, muscle pain, and skin irritations, capitalizing on menthol’s ability to stimulate cold receptors in the skin for a cooling sensation.
Menthol-rich balms were used to treat burns, insect bites, and joint pain.
Its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory qualities also made it a staple in traditional remedies for soothing rashes and minor wounds for pain relief and skin comfort.
Pot marigold, or Calendula officinalis, has been used topically for centuries (European, Middle Eastern, and Indian herbal traditions) for its potent anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and wound-healing properties. The Romans used calendula flower extracts added in salves and poultices to treat cuts, burns, bruises, and skin irritations.
The 12th century boasts results when used in monastic medicine for soothing eczema and rashes. In Ayurvedic and Unani systems, it was valued for rejuvenating skin, reducing scars, and promoting tissue repair with its rich content of flavonoids, triterpenoids, and carotenoids.
During World War I, calendula laced ointments were used to dress wounds to stimulate collagen production and enhance blood flow to damaged skin. It was a tried and true staple in traditional cosmetic and medicinal skincare.
The lime tree, specifically Tilia species like linden, has been used topically in European and Native American herbal traditions for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties particularly in treating skin conditions.
Since medieval times, extracts from lime tree flowers and leaves were infused into ointments and poultices to calm irritated skin, reduce redness, and alleviate rashes or burns.
In folk medicine, linden flower water was applied as a gentle astringent to tone the skin and treat minor wounds, valued for its flavonoids and volatile oils that promote skin healing and hydration. Its mild, emollient qualities made it a popular remedy for sensitive or dry skin, often used in cosmetics to enhance complexion and relieve discomfort from inflammation.
