All-Natural Botanical Skin Balm
Meet Planti Septic by Bona Res Canada, a rich, traditional herbal skin salve handcrafted to comfort, protect, and nourish reactive or troubled skin. Combining centuries of herbal wisdom with deeply nourishing plant lipids, essential oils, and science-backed botanical extracts, this versatile multi-tasking balm is an essential addition to any natural first-aid kit or daily skincare routine.
✨ Key Benefits & Traditional Uses
First-Aid Comfort: Traditionally used to soothe minor cuts, scrapes, bruises, bug bites, and bee stings.
Skin Relief: Calms the discomfort of sunburns, minor rashes, and localized surface irritations.
Moisture & Barrier Support: Comforts dry, chapped, or irritated skin while helping to maintain a healthy moisture barrier.
Traditional Care: Long valued in herbal tradition for its ability to help draw minor splinters and comfort minor skin aches.
🌿 Botanical Brilliance & Scientific Research
Every ingredient in Planti Septic is thoughtfully selected for its unique therapeutic profile and supported by phytotherapeutic research evaluating its activity against common microbial strains:
Lavender Essential Oil (Lavandula angustifolia):
Key Actives: Linalool and linalyl acetate.
Antimicrobial Profile: Research demonstrates that lavender essential oil disrupts bacterial cell membrane integrity, effectively inhibiting the growth and biofilm formation of pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus (including MRSA and MSSA), Staphylococcus epidermidis, Cutibacterium acnes, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Haemophilus influenzae.
Frankincense Essential Oil (Boswellia sacra):
Key Actives: Alpha-pinene, beta-pinene, limonene, and octyl acetate.
Antimicrobial Profile: Studies confirm that frankincense oleo-gum-resin extracts and essential oils exhibit broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, showing notable inhibitory effects against Gram-positive pathogens like S. aureus (including MRSA), Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa (including multidrug-resistant strains), Bacillus cereus, and Proteus vulgaris.
Broadleaf Plantain Leaf (Plantago major):
Key Actives: Aucubin, flavonoids, and soothing mucilage.
Antimicrobial Profile: A time-tested herbal ally traditionally used to draw out minor irritations and comfort surface discomfort. Phytochemical screenings and antimicrobial evaluations against species including E. coli and P. vulgaris support its historical role in protecting compromised skin surfaces.
Coconut Oil (Lauric Acid & Monolaurin):
Key Actives: Medium-chain fatty acids, primarily lauric acid, which converts into monolaurin.
Antimicrobial Profile: Well-documented for potent bactericidal properties, effectively dissolving lipid membranes of pathogenic bacteria (such as S. aureus, MRSA, E. coli, and Streptococcus mutans) while serving as a nourishing emollient base.
Rosehip Seed & Olive Oils (The Lipid Matrix):
Properties: Packed with essential fatty acids, antioxidants, and natural oleocanthal (in olive oil) to nourish the skin matrix, reinforce lipid barriers, provide mild microbial-inhibiting properties, and support smooth texture.
Beeswax & Arrowroot Powder:
Properties: Beeswax creates a breathable, protective shield that locks in moisture and shields the skin from environmental irritants, while arrowroot powder imparts a silky, smooth, non-greasy glide upon application.
📋 Full Ingredients
Rosehip seed oil, coconut oil, olive oil, lavender essential oil, frankincense essential oil, broadleaf plantain leaf, beeswax, arrowroot powder. (100% natural, free from synthetic fragrances, artificial dyes, and parabens).
⚠️ Disclaimer
These products have not been evaluated or licensed by governing health bodies. The information provided is for educational purposes only. Planti Septic is designed to support skin wellness and comfort, complementing the care received from your healthcare provider. For external use only; do not ingest, and avoid use during pregnancy.
Planti Septic - Anti-Microbial Balm
Q: What is Planti Septic? / Qu'est-ce que Planti Septic?
A: Planti Septic is a rich, traditional herbal skin salve handcrafted by Bona Res Canada to comfort, protect, and nourish reactive or troubled skin. It blends herbal wisdom with deeply nourishing plant lipids and science-backed botanical extracts as an all-natural topical balm for everyday skin TLC.
R: Planti Septic est un baume cutané traditionnel et riche, fabriqué à la main par Bona Res Canada pour réconforter, protéger et nourrir les peaux réactives ou à problèmes. Il associe la sagesse herboriste à des lipides végétaux nourrissants et à des extraits botaniques soutenus par la science.
Q: What's actually in it? / Que contient-il?
A: Rosehip seed oil, coconut oil, olive oil, lavender essential oil, frankincense essential oil, broadleaf plantain leaf (Plantago major), beeswax, and arrowroot powder. No synthetics.
R: Huile de graines de rose sauvage, huile de coco, huile d'olive, huile essentielle de lavande, huile essentielle d'encens, feuille de grand plantain (Plantago major), cire d'abeille et poudre d'arrow-root. Sans produits synthétiques.
Q: What do scientific studies say about its antimicrobial abilities? / Que disent les études scientifiques sur ses propriétés antimicrobiennes?
A: Laboratory and phytochemical research demonstrates that several of its core botanical ingredients possess documented antimicrobial and bactericidal properties. Active phytoconstituents in lavender, frankincense, plantain, and coconut oil have been shown in vitro to disrupt bacterial cell membranes and inhibit pathogenic strains.
R: Les recherches en laboratoire et phytochimiques démontrent que plusieurs de ses ingrédients botaniques possèdent des propriétés antimicrobiennes et bactéricides documentées. Les phytoconstituents actifs de la lavande, de l'encens, du plantain et de l'huile de coco ont démontré in vitro leur capacité à perturber les membranes cellulaires bactériennes et à inhiber les souches pathogènes.
Q: What specific bacteria have the ingredients been tested against? / Contre quelles bactéries spécifiques les ingrédients ont-ils été testés?
A: Published phytotherapeutic studies have evaluated individual ingredients against notable strains:
Lavender essential oil: tested against Staphylococcus aureus (including MRSA), Staphylococcus epidermidis, Cutibacterium acnes, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Haemophilus influenzae.
Frankincense essential oil (Boswellia sacra): evaluated against S. aureus (MRSA), Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa (MDR), Bacillus cereus, and Proteus vulgaris.
Coconut oil (lauric acid / monolaurin): tested against S. aureus (MRSA), E. coli, and Streptococcus mutans.
Broadleaf plantain: aucubin and flavonoids screened against species such as E. coli and P. vulgaris.
R: Des études phytothérapeutiques ont évalué les ingrédients individuels contre des souches notables :
Huile essentielle de lavande : testée contre Staphylococcus aureus (y compris MRSA), Staphylococcus epidermidis, Cutibacterium acnes, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa et Haemophilus influenzae.
Huile essentielle d'encens (Boswellia sacra) : évaluée contre S. aureus (MRSA), Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa (MDR), Bacillus cereus et Proteus vulgaris.
Huile de coco : testée contre S. aureus (MRSA), E. coli et Streptococcus mutans.
Grand plantain : aucubine et flavonoïdes évalués contre E. coli et P. vulgaris.
Q: How does plantain help skin? / Comment le plantain aide-t-il la peau?
A: Plantain has centuries of documented traditional use for minor skin injuries, containing aucubin, flavonoids, and soothing mucilage to calm surface irritation.
R: Le plantain bénéficie de siècles d'utilisation traditionnelle pour les blessures cutanées mineures, contenant de l'aucubine, des flavonoïdes et du mucilage apaisant.
Q: What about the lavender and frankincense oils? / Qu'en est-il des huiles de lavande et d'encens?
A: Included for traditional aromatic and skin-comforting qualities, featuring active phytoconstituents. Patch test first and keep away from eyes, lips, and broken skin.
R: Incluses pour leurs qualités aromatiques et de réconfort cutané. Faites un test cutané et évitez le contact avec les yeux, les lèvres et les peaux abîmées.
Q: How do I use it? / Comment l'utiliser?
A: Clean the area gently, then apply a thin layer of salve. Reapply as needed. For minor surface use only; avoid deep or puncture wounds.
R: Nettoyez délicatement la zone, puis appliquez une fine couche de baume. Réappliquez au besoin. Pour usage superficiel mineur uniquement ; évitez les plaies profondes.
Q: Can I use it on burns, bites, or cuts? / Puis-je l'utiliser sur les brûlures, les piqûres ou les coupures?
A: Used to soothe minor cuts, scrapes, bug bites, bee stings, and sunburns. For deep cuts, puncture wounds, or severe burns, consult a healthcare professional.
R: Utilisé pour apaiser les coupures mineures, éraflures, piqûres d'insectes, coups de soleil. Pour les coupures profondes ou brûlures graves, consultez un professionnel.
Q: Is it safe for kids and during pregnancy? / Est-ce sécuritaire pour les enfants et pendant la grossesse?
A: Consult your healthcare provider before use on children, during pregnancy, or while nursing.
R: Consultez votre professionnel de la santé avant l'utilisation sur les enfants, pendant la grossesse ou l'allaitement.
Q: Should I patch test first? / Dois-je d'abord faire un test cutané?
A: Yes. Dab a small amount on your inner forearm and wait 24 hours. Discontinue if irritation occurs.
R: Oui. Déposez une petite quantité sur l'avant-bras et attendez 24 heures. Cessez l'utilisation en cas d'irritation.
Q: Sensitive to something in this blend? / Sensible à un ingrédient de ce mélange?
A: If sensitive to essential oils or lavender, try our lavender-free Face Thyme balm.
R: En cas de sensibilité aux huiles essentielles ou à la lavande, essayez notre baume facial sans lavande Face Thyme.
Q: Is it all-natural and cruelty-free? / Est-ce 100 % naturel et sans cruauté?
A: Made from 100% plant-derived ingredients and natural beeswax. Free from synthetics, artificial dyes, parabens, and cruelty-free.
R: Fabriqué à partir d'ingrédients 100 % d'origine végétale et de cire d'abeille. Sans synthétiques, colorants, parabènes et sans cruauté.
Q: How should I store it and how long does it last? / Comment l'entreposer et combien de temps se conserve-t-il?
A: Store in a cool, dark place away from heat and sunlight. Best used within 12 months of opening.
R: Conserver dans un endroit frais et sombre à l'abri de la chaleur et du soleil. À consommer dans les 12 mois suivant l'ouverture.
Q: Is this a medicine? Does it have an NPN? / S'agit-il d'un médicament ? Possède-t-il un NPN?
A: No. It is a traditional cosmetic and barrier-care preparation, not a drug, and does not carry an NPN.
R: Non. C'est une préparation cosmétique et protectrice traditionnelle, non un médicament, et elle ne possède pas de NPN.
Q: What results should I expect? / À quels résultats dois-je m'attendre?
A: Think traditional comfort and moisture-barrier support for everyday minor skin mishaps, not a medical cure.
R: Pensez au réconfort traditionnel et au soutien de la barrière d'hydratation pour les petits tracas du quotidien, et non à un traitement médical.
Reviews
My fingers crack under cold weather conditions and Planti Septic brings me relief. I rub it on before sleep and a little goes a long way. I also rub it into the corners of my finger nails as soon as I feel a minor infection coming on, from cutting my nails short (for work purposes). It's keeps infection at bay and is my everday go to, rather then overusing costly over the counter antibiotic creams. requiring band aids to remain on the skin. This balm is thick enough to stay on without covering.