Wonderbalm

Where Our Story Began

Originally created in 2008 to soothe my father’s dry, cracking skin during cancer treatments, this rich, restorative balm has since been lovingly reformulated to comfort anyone experiencing sensitive or compromised skin.

Its nourishing combination of cocoa butter, shea butter, and beeswax creates a protective barrier that locks in moisture, while lecithin and a blend of oils — including sunflower, jojoba, avocado, apricot kernel, and almond — soften and repair even the most delicate skin.

Botanical extracts and natural actives such as aloe vera, calendula, helichrysum, rosemary, peppermint, frankincense, myrrh, grapefruit seed extract, and manuka honey deliver potent anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and soothing properties, helping calm redness and irritation from eczema, dermatitis, rosacea, and acne. Vitamin E provides antioxidant protection to support skin repair, while the gentle, emollient formula nourishes deeply without irritation.

This balm restores comfort, resilience, and hydration, making it ideal for the most sensitive, reactive, or stressed skin.

How It Feels — And How Far It Goes

A note we love to share: Wonderbalm goes on feeling rich and oily — because it is made entirely of oils and butters, exactly as nature intended. But give it just a few minutes and something remarkable happens. It absorbs completely, leaving your skin feeling deeply nourished, not greasy. That’s the lecithin and the carefully balanced oil blend working together to carry moisture into the skin rather than just sitting on top of it.

A very little goes a very long way. Because this formula is so concentrated and absorbs so deeply, you only need a small amount — a pea-sized portion covers a large area with ease. That means even our smallest jar lasts longer than you might expect, and our larger sizes represent exceptional value for regular full-body use. First-timers are often surprised by both how little they need and how long the results last. That’s our favorite reaction.

For Very Dry Skin — Including the Face

When skin is extremely dry — whether from weather, age, illness, or a drying medical treatment — Wonderbalm can be applied directly to the face as an intensive overnight treatment or spot treatment for areas that need extra care. A small amount goes a very long way. Its botanical-rich formula is gentle enough for the most sensitive facial skin and absorbs without leaving a residue. If you or someone you love is going through a treatment that causes significant skin dryness, this balm was made for exactly that kind of moment. As always, we encourage you to check with your healthcare provider before adding anything new to your routine during treatment.

What People Are Saying

These are personal experiences shared with us by real people we know and trust. We are not making medical claims — just sharing the stories that inspired us to keep making this balm. Results will vary from person to person. If you have a medical condition, please consult your healthcare provider.

“My uncle had open eczema sores up and down his legs and was in a lot of pain. We sent him Wonderbalm — at the time we had just added frankincense to the formula. Within days, my aunt sent us a photo of his legs. They were already healing. We still can’t quite believe how fast it happened.”
— The Botanista family

“A dear friend — an educator I’ve known for over a year — had a persistent eczema sore on the back of her neck. She used Wonderbalm in 2010. It has not returned.”
— The Botanista family

“A friend’s father was going through chemotherapy and his skin became extremely dry. He had been applying Aquaphor more than three times a day just to maintain any moisture. He tried Wonderbalm on a Thursday. The following Monday, he sent me a video — his skin still felt nourished. I deeply value his opinion. He is a PhD scientist and chemist who spent his career developing products for victims of extreme and severe burns. His words meant everything.”
— The Botanista family

“A friend’s mother — in her 80s — had thick, thickened skin on her chest. Her doctors told her nothing could be done. After using Wonderbalm, she called us to say we had proved the doctors wrong.”
— The Botanista family

“Two friends had keratosis pilaris on their arms — those rough, bumpy patches that most products can’t touch. After one month of using Wonderbalm, it was gone.”
— The Botanista family

“I’ve been using Wonderbalm myself and have noticed a visible change in my age spots. I believe it’s the apricot kernel oil and the botanical complex working together over time.”
— Botanista founder

These stories — shared by people we love, trust, and admire — are the real reason Wonderbalm exists beyond our family. Each one reminded us that something we made out of love and necessity might be exactly what someone else has been searching for. That’s why we’re bringing it to you. Not because we set out to build a skincare brand, but because the results kept finding us — and we couldn’t keep it to ourselves any longer.

Have a story of your own? We’d love to hear it — reach out or leave a review. Your experience might be exactly what someone else needs to read.

Fresh by Design

We make Wonderbalm in small batches because we believe fresher is better — for your skin, your body, and your results. Our formula is crafted with carefully selected natural ingredients that maintain product integrity, but this is not a product designed to sit on a shelf for a year. For the best results and the most potent benefits, we recommend using your balm regularly as part of a daily self-care ritual from the moment it arrives.

Think of it less like stocking up and more like investing in a practice — a few moments of comfort and care that your skin will thank you for.

Why Amber Glass Jars?

Wonderbalm is packaged in amber glass jars — and that choice is intentional. Glass is non-reactive, meaning it won’t leach chemicals into your formula the way some plastics can over time, especially with oil-rich balms. Amber glass also filters out UV light, protecting light-sensitive botanicals like calendula, helichrysum, frankincense, and rosemary from degrading before they reach your skin.

It’s a small detail that makes a meaningful difference in the freshness and potency of every jar — and it’s better for the planet too.

How We Compare

Competitor prices and formulas are approximate and subject to change. Last reviewed September 2026.

Why the price difference? Aquaphor is a petroleum-based ointment — it sits on top of the skin and works by sealing moisture in. Norse Organics shares our small-batch, botanical philosophy and is a brand we respect — but Wonderbalm adds frankincense, myrrh, manuka honey, helichrysum, and apricot kernel oil to the mix, ingredients that go beyond moisture to actively support skin repair and renewal. And because a very little goes a very long way, even our smallest sizes deliver outstanding value per use. One application lasted a PhD burn-care chemist four days during chemotherapy — that’s not just a barrier, that’s true nourishment.

Available Sizes

• .25 fl oz — $8 — Perfect for purse or bag, travel-ready, and a wonderful way to try Wonderbalm for the first time. A little goes further than you’d expect.
• .5 fl oz — $12 — Great for targeted daily use on a specific area
• 1 fl oz / 29ml — $20
• 2 fl oz / 59ml — $34
• 4 fl oz / 118ml — $55 — Best value for everyday full-body use — because so little is needed per application, this size lasts a very long time

Patch Test Recommended

Before first use, apply a small amount to the inside of your wrist or behind your ear and wait 24 hours to check for any sensitivity. Discontinue use if irritation occurs and consult a healthcare professional if needed.

Disclaimer

Botanista products are crafted with carefully selected ingredients and a genuine commitment to quality. We do not claim that our products diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition or skin disease. Results may vary. Our products are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have a skin condition or concern, please consult a qualified healthcare provider before use.

Ingredients

Cocoa Butter, Shea Butter, Beeswax, Lecithin, Oils: Sunflower, Jojoba, Avocado, Aloe Vera, Apricot Kernel, Almond, Helichrysum, Vitamin E, Rosemary, Peppermint, Calendula, Frankincense, Myrrh, Grapefruit Seed Extract, Manuka Honey

Comfort. Calm. Care.
This began with our family. Now we offer it to yours.