Comfrey Leaf Salve

How to Use

Apply a small amount to clean, dry skin as needed. Massage gently until absorbed.

 

Why Comfrey Was Called “Knitbone”

Historically, comfrey (Symphytum officinale) earned the folk name “knitbone” because it was traditionally used in external poultices and wraps applied over bones, joints, and connective tissue after injury or heavy physical strain.

In folk herbalism, comfrey preparations were placed on the skin over:

• Bruises and impacts

• Strains and sprains

• Overworked joints and limbs

The belief was that comfrey helped support the body’s natural restorative process, encouraging tissues to “knit” or come back together. This association is where the name knitbone originated — not as a medical treatment, but as a reflection of observed traditional use.

 

Today, comfrey is still valued in topical herbal skincare for comforting, conditioning, and supporting tired or stressed areas, while being used with modern safety understanding.

 

Made with slowly infused comfrey leaf,  this salve is valued in herbal skincare for its deeply nourishing and skin-conditioning properties.