Our Balm of Gilead Elixir is a testament to the magic of the natural world, a powerful infusion that draws upon four sacred revered trees and their resins, enriched with the eternal bloom of immortelle. For centuries, mystics and healers have sought the potent properties of poplar buds, frankincense, myrrh, guggul, and immortelle, each known for their ability to inspire joy, peace, comfort, and vitality. Now, this ancient alchemy is yours to experience.
Poplar bud oil, also known as Balm of Gilead, is a rarity in the world of herbal medicine— seldom available due to the laborious process of harvesting and crafting. It’s a heartfelt offering, sustainably grown and prepared by the thoughtful hands of Anne and Jud Carleton from Morning Myst Botanics. The poplar buds are triple-infused in certified organic olive oil, a process that captures the full spectrum of the plant's beneficial properties. This is then blended with our infusion of frankincense, myrrh, guggul, and immortelle, which steeps for three months to ensure that every drop is imbued with life force. 
Infused oils are the heart and soul of traditional herbalism, a method that honors the legacy of the plants by preserving their whole, unaltered therapeutic constituents. Our resin infusions tap into the powers of boswellic acid, which is only available through oil maceration/infusion and celebrated for even the most sensitive skin.
The aroma of this elixir is nothing short of divine.The natural fragrance of the resins and immortelle is subtle, comforting, and earthy. The Balm of Gilead imparts the scent of a rejuvenating northwest forest in spring, with hints of warm honey, caramel, and amber—a fragrance that grounds and uplifts.
Frankincense, myrrh, and guggul: these pure resins are from the same family-run,Vermont-based distillery, Boswellness, that also supplies our frankincense hydrosol and essential oil.
These distillers are true stewards and sentinels of resins, both in the way they work with and support the Somaliland community and in their small batch distilling methods.. Not only do they work with researchers and multi-generation harvesters in Somaliland to ensure ethical harvesting and long-term sustainability, they have also worked with the government of Somaliland to establish organic standards contributing to the country’s organic certification system.
On right: frankincense resin infusing in jojoba oil for our Balm of Gilead Elixir
In astrology frankincense is ruled by the sun and represents yang or male energy, while myrrh, ruled by the moon, embodies yin or female energy. Guggul, a close relative, completes this triad. Together, they create an alchemical dance that fortifies skin and spirit.
The Balm of Gilead Elixir is rich in nutritious, skin-friendly ingredients: omegas, phytonutrients, minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants:
Poplar bud resin infused into certified organic olive oil: Grounding, soothing, and calming, this resin supports detoxification. Sustainably harvested from the Columbia River Valley in the Pacific Northwest, it imparts warmth, comfort, and a magnetic, aphrodisiac quality.
Frankincense resin infused jojoba oil: A solar plant known for its brightening and illuminating effects on the skin, frankincense has been used for millennia and is believed to reduce the appearance of wounds and scars.
Myrrh resin infused jojoba oil: Majestic and rejuvenating, myrrh is revered for it’s anti-fungal and wound-healing properties.
Guggul resin infused jojoba oil: With its sweet, herbaceous scent and vanilla-like aroma, guggul plumps and softens the appearance of fine lines.
Immortelle infused certified organic olive oil: This “sun gold” flower, triple-infused in organic olive oil, helps reduce the appearance of scars, redness, heat, and fine lines while uplifting the spirit.
