Comfrey Cream
Nourish and comfort skin with the time-honoured properties of comfrey blended into a nourishing cream.
£20.95
Discover the comforting embrace of Comfrey Cream, a luxurious blend of comfrey extract, shea butter, and nourishing oils like almond, evening primrose, and wheatgerm. This velvety, non-greasy formula glides effortlessly onto the skin, supporting hydration, suppleness, and everyday well-being. Ideal for clean, intact skin to maintain natural comfort.
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How To use
Apply a small amount to clean, intact skin as required. Gently massage in until absorbed. Wash hands after use.
The Science
Comfrey extract is rich in allantoin, a compound renowned for supporting skin cell proliferation. Nourishing oils including almond, evening primrose, and wheatgerm provide essential fatty acids to support the skin’s lipid barrier, while shea butter delivers deep moisturisation. Tocopherol (vitamin E) acts as a potent antioxidant, protecting skin from oxidative stress. Glycerine and emollients ensure optimal hydration and smooth texture.
Ingredients
[‘Comfrey extract’, ‘Sweet almond oil’, ‘Glyceryl stearate’, ‘Glycerine’, ‘Ethylhexyl stearate’, ‘Cetearyl alcohol’, ‘Shea butter’, ‘Evening primrose oil’, ‘Wheatgerm oil’, ‘Vitamin E (tocopherol)’, ‘Sodium carbomer’, ‘Phenoxyethanol’, ‘Ethylhexylglycerin’]
INCI List: ['Symphytum officinale extract', 'Prunus amygdalus dulcis oil', 'Glyceryl stearate', 'Glycerin', 'Ethylhexyl stearate', 'Cetearyl alcohol', 'Butyrospermum parkii butter', 'Oenothera biennis oil', 'Triticum sativum oil', 'Tocopherol', 'Sodium carbomer', 'Phenoxyethanol', 'Ethylhexylglycerin']
Knit-Bone Comfrey Cream: Nature's Balm for Resilient Skin
This luxurious, velvety cream glides effortlessly onto the skin, delivering a rich, non-greasy texture enriched with shea butter and soothing oils like almond, evening primrose, and wheatgerm. Rooted in herbal tradition, comfrey—known as 'knit-bone'—has been cherished for centuries for its skin-conditioning prowess, supporting skin suppleness and comfort after everyday wear.
Folklore, Tradition & Etymology
Comfrey, or Symphytum officinale, earned its nickname ‘knit-bone’ from ancient herbalists who valued its traditional support for tissue and bone well-being. Used since Roman times, it featured in medieval poultices associated with bruises, sprains, and wounds. Country folk in the UK brewed it into salves for gardeners’ hands and labourers’ comfort, believing its mucilaginous sap supported natural equilibrium.
A Heritage of Well-being
In British herbal traditions, comfrey creams like this have been crafted for generations by formulators blending wild-harvested herbs with farm-fresh butters and oils. This formulation honours that legacy, using premium, skin-kind ingredients to bridge ancient wisdom with modern skincare science for everyday resilience.
What is this cream traditionally used for?
Comfrey cream has been traditionally valued in herbal folklore for supporting skin well-being, such as for minor bumps and strains.
Can I use it on my face?
This cream is best suited for body use; a patch test is recommended for sensitive areas.
How should I store it?
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain quality.
Is a patch test necessary?
Yes, apply a small amount to the inner arm and wait 24 hours to check for any reaction.
Important Caution
Please consult a qualified herbal medical or healthcare practitioner as not all herbs are suitable for children, during pregnancy or breastfeeding, if unwell, or when on any medication, as some herbs may affect metabolism of some drugs. If you are unsure, please ask us or your health practitioner. Avoid if you have an allergy to the plant family. For external use only. Do not apply to broken, damaged or irritated skin. Not suitable for children under 12 years, pregnant or breastfeeding individuals. Discontinue use if irritation occurs and seek professional advice.