Online and in the shops: Soothing relief
The antiseptic action of this cream – formerly known as Germolene – helps prevent infections and it also has a soothing local anaesthetic to numb pain. It’s available in pharmacies and grocery stores, €4.49 for 30g.
Cork-based Human + Kind has created a range of multi-tasking natural skincare products, including Family Remedy Cream, designed to be a real problem-solver. It contains a blend of 100% natural essential oils and ingredients that have been chosen for their healing, medicinal, and hydrating properties. The cream can be used to treat eczema and psoriasis. It can also be used by all the family as a moisturiser, to soothe cracked heels or as a first aid for minor burns, insect stings, cold sores, athlete’s foot or sunburn. It costs €12.95 for 40ml from pharmacies and health stores, and can also be bought at www.humanandkind.com
Nelsons Arnicare Arnica Kids stick is a useful pocket or handbag staple for bumps and bruises. This soft, fast-absorbing balm is specially formulated for little ones’ delicate skin, and contains the natural anti-inflammatory properties of arnica to minimise the appearance of bruises and aid healing. Suitable for children aged there and over, it costs €7.99 from pharmacies and health stores; www.nelsonsnaturalworld.com
Dr Bronner’s 18-in-1 Magic Soap is the ultimate multi-tasking product for travelling. Use to wash body or hair, to shave or brush teeth, rinse fruit, wash dishes, do the laundry... It is super-concentrated so you only need a tiny amount and comes in scents including almond, lavender, and tea-tree. There’s also Baby Mild, which has no fragrance, and extra olive oil for super-sensitive skin. This natural soap is made with certified Fair Trade and organic ingredients, is biodegradable and vegetable-based and contains no synthetic foaming agents. Prices start at €2.95 for 59ml bottles; www.drbronner.com
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