Vellum Street Oink Ment Lard Balm

4 oz balm

Did you know that lard (yes, pig fat!) is close in both lipid structure & pH to human sebum, making it highly compatible with our skin? And that is has an even more gently and creamy lather than tallow when used in soap? While tallow has higher levels of saturated fatty acids and Vitamin E, lard has levels of Vitamin D3, Retinol-A, and Choline that also outshine those of tallow by an average of 200-500%!

This Oink Ment Lard Balm is gentle enough for the face, yet effective enough for the even the roughest & toughest hands & feet!

Purslane, aka little hogweed, contains polysaccharides (natural humectants) that help keep skin hydrated. Purslane is also known for its antioxidant & anti-inflammatory properties.

The cool and tingly blend of Tea Tree, Coriander, Lime, and Wintergreen essential oils makes this a great wake up and refreshing moisturizer, especially fresh out of the shower! It's also a primo choice for a post gym slather to help eliminate any nasties you may have picked up on the mats or machines, and great for cuts, scrapes, bumps,  bruises, and even sore muscles!

INGREDIENTS: lard, beeswax, jojoba, essential oils (tea tree, coriander, lime, wintergreen), rose kaolin clay, purslane

Lard is not limited to the kitchen! High quality lard from pastured hogs is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin E, A and D. This traditional fat is very similar in make up to our skin, which makes it very gentle and readily absorbed. It is wonderful as an oil-cleanser or a deep moisturizer, locking in hydration that continues to nourishes the skin. 

Lard is known to:

* Reduce fine lines and wrinkles
* High amount of Vitamin D boosts collagen production
* Tone and firm for a more youthful look
* Even out color and reduce redness associated with rosacea
* Reduce dryness associated with conditions like eczema (or winter weather)
* Even out texture for a smoother, softer feel
* Heal acne
* Reduce the appearance of pores

Brand Story: Vellum Street was founded by Melissa Torre, who after battling a misdiagnosed autoimmune disease for decades, trying all conventional medicine had to offer, began to realize the connection between disease and our toxic food and personal care products. Melissa became a chef focused on both nutrition and food sustainability. She competed in shows like Cupcake Wars and Chopped, while owning her own organic and sustainably minded bakery in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. While she poured her heart and soul into her bakery, her body was suffering from skin conditions and chronic joint and nerve pain from daily exposure to wheat. For the sake of her health, she closed her bakery and began experimenting with skincare to treat the eczema, psoriasis and hives brought on by her autoimmune condition.... and Vellum Street was born! Melissa puts the same chef-inspired creative energy into her soaps, candles and balms that she put into her bakery and the results are incredible! Her products smell better than conventionally fragranced products and are all natural and made with rich and nourishing animal fats. Here at Urban Farm Collection we are excited to support a small business like Vellum Street who is focused on quality, sustainability and bringing you BEAUTIFUL products at reasonable prices!