{"product_id":"fire-balsam-nature-s-warming-cooling-balms","title":"Fire \u0026 Balsam: Nature’s Warming \u0026 Cooling Balms","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Fire \u0026amp; Balsam?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nFire \u0026amp; Balsam is a set of two handcrafted balms made with wild‑harvested botanicals from British Columbia. One balm offers a cozy, warming sensation, while the other feels fresh and cooling on the skin, giving you two different ways to enjoy your daily body‑care rituals.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eI'm Sarah, and the Balm of Gilead oil in both of these salves comes from cottonwood buds I gathered from windfall trees along Kootenay riverbanks. The forest gives generously when we listen. Every batch is made by hand in my Fruitvale kitchen, honoring what The Glade taught me about taking only what we need.\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFire \u0026amp; Balsam: Nature’s Warming \u0026amp; Cooling Balms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWild‑Harvested Botanical Blends from British Columbia\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis duo is inspired by traditional herbal practices—one balm with a gentle warming feel, one with a refreshing, cooling feel. Both are made with wild‑harvested \u003cstrong\u003esnowbrush (Ceanothus velutinus)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eBalm of Gilead (Populus balsamifera)\u003c\/strong\u003e from BC forests.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFire Balm\u003c\/strong\u003e – A warming blend infused with forest botanicals, ideal for a cozy, post‑outdoor‑adventure self‑massage or evening wind‑down routine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalsam Balm\u003c\/strong\u003e – A cooling, aromatic balm with herbs often used in traditional body‑care preparations, perfect for a refreshing, end‑of‑day ritual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nRooted in the rhythms of the land, these balms invite you to slow down and connect with nature as part of your everyday skin‑care practice.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFire Balm (Warming)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Traditional‑Style Warming Herbal Salve\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOrganic olive oil (slow‑infused with \u003cstrong\u003ewildcrafted BC snowbrush\u003c\/strong\u003e for 12 weeks)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBeeswax\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrass‑fed tallow\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildcrafted BC Balm of Gilead\u003c\/strong\u003e (poplar bud infused oil)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCopaiba resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCayenne‑infused olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEssential oils of black spruce, ginger, and juniper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Context of Key Ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnowbrush (Ceanothus velutinus)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mentioned in traditional herbal practices for various topical preparations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalm of Gilead (Poplar Buds)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Resinous buds historically gathered for their rich aroma and use in salve‑making.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCopaiba \u0026amp; Cayenne\u003c\/strong\u003e – Known in herbalism for their warming sensation on the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Spruce \u0026amp; Ginger\u003c\/strong\u003e – Forest botanicals appreciated for their grounding, invigorating scents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalsam Balm (Cooling)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Traditional‑Style Cooling Herbal Salve\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOrganic olive oil (slow‑infused with \u003cstrong\u003ewildcrafted BC snowbrush\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShea butter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBeeswax\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildcrafted BC Balm of Gilead\u003c\/strong\u003e (poplar bud infused oil)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRosehip seed oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEssential oils of peppermint, wintergreen, and lavender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Context of Key Ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnowbrush \u0026amp; Balm of Gilead\u003c\/strong\u003e – Wild‑harvested botanicals that appear in traditional salve recipes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeppermint \u0026amp; Wintergreen\u003c\/strong\u003e – Cooling herbs long valued for their refreshing feel and scent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRosehip Seed Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e – A nourishing oil used historically in skin‑care preparations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLavender\u003c\/strong\u003e – A beloved aromatic herb, often included for its calming scent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom Forest to Body‑Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nLearn how I harvest cottonwood buds from windfall trees each February, and why I never take from living trees. \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/blogs\/news\/the-smell-of-spring-a-love-letter-to-cottonwood-buds\"\u003eRead: The Smell of Spring →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wisdom of Wildcrafted Botanicals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThese balms are crafted with deep respect for traditional herbal knowledge, using:\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWild‑harvested snowbrush \u0026amp; Balm of Gilead\u003c\/strong\u003e – Sustainably gathered from BC forests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlow‑infused oils\u003c\/strong\u003e – Prepared with patience to honour the plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForest‑inspired essential oils\u003c\/strong\u003e – Chosen for their aromatic qualities and traditional uses in body‑care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nWhether you gravitate toward warmth or cooling freshness, Fire \u0026amp; Balsam offers a plant‑based ritual rooted in nature’s rhythms.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Glade Taught Me This\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nEvery forest is irreplaceable. The Glade, a meadow on HooDoo Mountain where I learned to read the forest’s language, was logged when I was young. I wildcraft now with that loss in my heart—taking only what I need, protecting what remains. 10% of every purchase supports the Canadian Ancient Forest Alliance. \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/blogs\/news\/the-glade-and-everything-that-lived-there\"\u003eRead The Glade story →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eThese balms are traditional herbal body‑care preparations for topical use only. They are not a substitute for professional medical advice and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always perform a patch test before full application.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kootenay Woman","offers":[{"title":"Fire Balm (Warming)","offer_id":45902570619069,"sku":"sku-47569117970674","price":30.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Balsam Salve (Cooling)","offer_id":45902570651837,"sku":"sku-47569118003442","price":27.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fire \u0026 Balsam: Herbal Warming \u0026 Cooling Set","offer_id":45902570684605,"sku":"sku-47569118036210","price":49.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fire \u0026 Fire: Pack of 2 Warming (120 ml)","offer_id":45902570717373,"sku":"sku-47595559551218","price":49.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Balsam \u0026 Balsam: Pack of 2 Cooling (120ml)","offer_id":45902570750141,"sku":"sku-47595559583986","price":49.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/6946\/3997\/files\/fire-balsam-natures-warming-cooling-balms-6105242.jpg?v=1768676481","url":"https:\/\/buycanadiangroup.ca\/fr\/products\/fire-balsam-nature-s-warming-cooling-balms","provider":"Buy Canadian Group Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}