Formerly called Wound Balm
 
A Trusted Family Staple for Skin Recovery
Life brings inevitable bumps, scrapes, and cracked skin—little reminders of days spent in the garden, harsh winter air, or minor mishaps in the kitchen. All Purpose Green Salve is the go-to remedy you'll want within arm's reach for all of these moments. Handcrafted by Silva Medica Botanicals (formerly Thirteen Moons Apothecary) for over 15 years, this time-honored formula has been a staple in our community's first-aid kits and medicine cabinets, trusted for its safe, natural support for damaged skin.
 
What sets this healing salve apart is our unwavering commitment to purity and sustainability. Every ingredient is either grown by us without the use of pesticides or synthetic fertilizers, or ethically wildcrafted with respect for the thriving local ecosystem. Organic oils are slowly infused with a powerhouse blend of herbs, each hand-harvested or cultivated with care, until the oils turn a lush, vital green—the unmistakable mark of real plant medicine. This potent green salve acts as a protective shield, delivering powerful botanical support exactly where your skin needs it most.
 
Botanical First Aid
We designed this salve for the full range of day-to-day skin concerns, from minor abrasions to severe dryness and cracked skin.
 
Why it works:
Accelerates Recovery: Comfrey and Plantain, are legendary for helping "knit" tissues together and promoting the repair of cuts and scrapes.
Soothes Inflammation: Abundant Calendula and Yarrow, help calm irritated, inflamed skin and ease swelling.
Deep Tissue Support: Balsam Poplar Bud adds a warming, resinous touch that soothes soreness and shields the skin from infection.
Protective Barrier: A base of beeswax and olive oil creates a breathable seal, keeping wounds clean and hydrated to prevent cracking and scarring.
 
A Legacy of Healing
With a legacy spanning more than 15 years, this multipurpose salve—once "Wound Balm"—has reliably soothed everything from diaper rash to woodworking scrapes. It represents the heart of Silva Medica Botanicals (formerly Thirteen Moons Apothecary): blending Western herbal wisdom and traditional practices with everyday utility. By using whole-plant infusions—never isolated extracts—we honor the full spectrum of each plant's healing properties and our commitment to sustainable, ethical sourcing.
 
How to Use
Make this salve a fixture in your home for everyday injuries and dry skin challenges.
Clean the Area: Wash cuts, scrapes, or burns gently with mild soap and water.
Apply Generously: Spread a layer of salve over the area. For cracked skin or deeper wounds, use a thicker layer and cover lightly with a bandage as needed.
Repeat: Reapply 2–3 times a day to maintain moisture and herbal support until the skin has healed.
 
Ingredients: Carthamus Tinctorius (High Oleic Safflower) Seed Oil*, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil*, Cera Alba (Beeswax)*, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Achillea Millefolium (Yarrow) Extract, Plantago Major (Plantain) Leaf Extract, Populus Balsamifera (Balsam Poplar) Bud Extract, Symphytum Officinale (Comfrey) Leaf/Root Extract.
*All botanicals are either grown without the use of pesticides or fertilizers or ethically wildcrafted by Silva Medica Botanicals (formerly Thirteen Moons Apothecary).