Calendula and the calendar
In Latin, the marigold is called Calendula. The name comes from calendae, the first day of the Roman month: the plant was said to flower for so long that there was always a bloom open on the first of every month. That is also where our word calendar comes from.
Made in Ireland
Ancestral Cosmetics makes this balm by hand in Ireland, with tallow, olive oil, unrefined beeswax and a mild blend of Roman chamomile and calendula essential oils. It contains no parabens or preservatives.
Facts about this product
Gently rub a small amount over your baby's skin, for example at every nappy change. The balm is also suitable for adults. Do not apply to an open wound.
Baby Protection Balm
A baby's skin is delicate and needs mild, caring products without unnecessary additives. The Baby Protection Balm from Ancestral Cosmetics has been specially developed for delicate baby skin. Its base is 100% grass-fed Irish beef tallow, an ingredient that closely resembles our own skin lipids, so it naturally nourishes, hydrates and protects.
The nourishing power of tallow
Tallow is naturally rich in essential fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K and B12) and unique bioactive compounds such as BCFAs and OCFAs, which are rarely found in plant oils. These compounds contribute to a healthy skin barrier and have a soothing, restorative effect. This makes the balm suitable not only as a daily nappy cream, but also for mild irritation, eczema, dry patches, small cracks or as protection against wind and cold.
Gentle ingredients for young skin
Natural, pure and gentle. Besides tallow, the balm contains cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil, natural unrefined beeswax and a mild blend of chamomile and marigold (Calendula) essential oils, known for their calming properties. The formula is deliberately kept simple: only natural, minimally processed ingredients that support the skin without burdening it.
Free from synthetic substances
The formula is free from synthetic fragrances, parabens, preservatives and harsh substances. This makes the balm suitable for children with sensitive or easily irritated skin as well.
Quality rooted in tradition and craft
Ancestral Cosmetics uses only kidney fat (suet) from grass-fed, free-grazing Irish cattle. The fat is rendered by hand in-house, which guarantees full control over purity and quality. Unlike industrially processed tallow, which is often contaminated with residual material, this careful processing results in a product without unnecessary odour or impurities.
The power of animal fats
Branched-chain fatty acids (BCFAs) support the skin flora and have an antimicrobial action. Odd-chain fatty acids (OCFAs), unique to animal fats, contribute to skin recovery. Vitamin F complex: a blend of essential fatty acids (omega-3 and omega-6). Skin-identical lipids strengthen the natural barrier. Coenzyme Q10: a powerful antioxidant.
A family business with vision
Ancestral Cosmetics was founded by Renata and Mihael, parents of four children, out of concern for their family's health. What began as a search for truly pure products has grown into a small family business that puts craft and tradition at its heart. Every jar is made by hand in small batches in Ireland, using only the best ingredients and no unnecessary additives.
The best choice for natural baby care
The Baby Protection Balm is therefore a safe, effective choice for parents looking for honest care for their child, with the power of natural fats and herbs as they have been used for centuries.
