Face Balms and why you may need them
Face balms are concentrated blends of solid oils that transform upon contact with your skin’s warmth. Unlike traditional moisturisers, balms are anhydrous—meaning they contain no water—allowing them to deliver a richer, more nourishing barrier. Balms effectively lock in moisture and protect the performance of the products applied underneath, while protecting your skin from harsh environmental factors like cold or dry air. Known for their healing, calming, and deeply hydrating properties, face balms have a silky, luxurious texture and are typically used as the final step in a skincare routine.
What is a face balm:
A face balm is a rich, nourishing skincare product designed to moisturise, protect, and repair the skin, especially when it's dry, sensitive, or exposed to harsh conditions.
What it does:
- Deeply hydrates: Face balms are thicker than lotions or creams and provide intense moisture to dry or dehydrated skin.
- Protects skin barrier: They form a protective layer that locks in moisture and shields the skin from environmental stressors like wind, cold, or pollution.
- Soothes and calms: Many balms contain calming ingredients like chamomile, calendula, or shea butter, making them great for sensitive or irritated skin.
- Multi-use: Can be used as an overnight treatment, on dry patches, or even as a natural highlighter for a dewy glow.
Who it's for:
- People with dry or sensitive skin.
- Those living in cold or dry climates.
- Anyone needing extra skin nourishment or a post-treatment soothing product.
It's like a cosy blanket for your face—perfect for locking in moisture and restoring comfort!
A face balm is more than just a moisturiser, it's a powerful, skin-repairing treatment that delivers deep hydration, lasting protection, and visible comfort to your skin. Here’s why it deserves a spot in your skincare routine:
1. Intense Moisture Without Water: Face balms are made without water (anhydrous), meaning every ingredient is active and nourishing. They melt into your skin, delivering rich hydration where you need it most—without fillers or unnecessary additives.
2. Strengthens and Protects the Skin Barrier: Balms create a protective shield over your skin, locking in moisture and shielding it from harsh environments like cold weather, wind, or dry indoor air. This makes them ideal for sensitive or compromised skin.
3. Calms and Heals: Loaded with soothing botanical oils and butters, face balms help reduce redness, irritation, and inflammation, making them a go-to for post-treatment care or reactive skin.
4. Perfect for Night time Repair: Using a balm as the last step in your night time routine helps seal in your serums and moisturisers, enhancing their effectiveness while your skin regenerates overnight.
5. Multi-Purpose and Long-Lasting: A little goes a long way. Use it on dry patches, lips, cuticles, or even as a glow-enhancing highlight. It’s a versatile, luxe investment for your skin.
Bottom line, If your skin feels dry, stressed, or just needs a little extra love, a face balm delivers deep nourishment and protection you can actually feel and see.
SHOP OUR (M)Anasi 7 Botanical Multi Balm Kaede 50 ml ℮ 1.69 oz
Botanical Multi Balm, Kaede Microbioskin™
Botanical Multi Balm Kaede can be used as an ultra-rich moisturiser and night treatment to help replenish lost moisture in the skin. It supports the skin’s natural barrier function and helps protect it from the drying effects of heat, cold and wind, without blocking pores. Suitable for all, but especially beneficial for dryness, dullness, the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and to boost moisture.
- CRUELTY-FREE
- PALM OIL-FREE
- SILICONE-FREE
- SULFATE-FREE
- PARABEN-FREE
- MINERAL OIL-FREE
- GLUTEN-FREE
- SOY-FREE
HERO INGREDIENTS:
Certified Organic Shea Butter = Emollient
Natural Manketti Seed Oil = Protective
Natural Gurjun Balsam Oil = Reduces hyperpigmentation
Natural Pomegranate Seed oil = Brightening
Natural Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate = Nourishing
Natural Vitamin E = Antioxidant
Additional use:
Use the balm on dry patches, cracked lips and hands that need extra care and attention. Also suitable for soothing rashes and minor cuts. In addition to using it on face it is a great hand and body emollient. It can be applied before swimming to protect the skin or in wintry weather to protect from the cold. Can also be used on frizzy hair ends to calm them down and as a glossy highlighter, to give hold to eyebrows, or as a makeup remover.
