CIRCLES & CYCLES
HANDCRAFTED IN NORTHPORT, MI
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Indirubin samurai salve
A restorative Japanese Indigo salve to calm inflammation & support barrier repair
$22.00
Helps calm skin inflammation & irritation
Supports skin barrier strength and repair
Clinically studied to help soothe psoriasis
A restorative salve made from Japanese Indigo. At the heart of this formula is Indirubin, the red-violet phytochemical found in Indigo leaves. Indirubin has been studied for its anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and immunomodulatory actions, and is known to support the skin’s natural barrier while helping calm visible irritation and reactivity.
“Samurai Blue” comes from historical use in Japan. During the Edo period, samurai are said to have worn indigo saturated cotton beneath their armor to help support wound healing and protect the skin.
This salve is the result of a 6-month seed-to-skin process using fresh indigo leaves grown in my garden. The leaves are fermented into a powder extract, then transformed into a deeply colored, indirubin-rich infusion. The final salve is designed to soothe irritation, support the skin barrier, and bring the skin back into balance through whole-plant, time-intensive extraction.
Apply to irritated, wounded skin as needed.
Homegrown Persicaria tinctoria (Japanese Indigo) leaf extract, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil*, Cera alba (Beeswax), Cetyl alcohol+, Tocopherols (Non-GMO), Rosemary extract
*Extra Virgin, Certified Organic, Unrefined & Cold-pressed
+natural fatty alcohol that is non-irritating or drying, used at small percentage for formula stability
- Size: 30ml aluminum tin
- Leaping Bunny-certified cruelty free
- Free of sodium sulphates, parabens, synthetics, fragrances & toxic ingredients.
- Reusable & Curbside Recyclable packaging
- External use only: Test a patch of skin before continuous use. Discontinue use if any skin irritation occurs.
Shipping: Orders can take 5-7 business days to process before shipping. As soon as your package has been dropped off at USPS, you will receive a confirmation email.
Indirubin samurai salve
Strongly soothing and anti-inflammatory for sensitive or irritated skin. Helps reduce redness and calm reactivity.
Persecaria tinctoria / grown organically in the C&C garden.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.
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Celestial Chamomile — 12 months
Most C&C products are best used within 1 year for maximum potency & efficacy. Because our products are packaged in violet glass and formulated for stability with natural ingredients, they are designed to maintain their integrity throughout their intended shelf life when stored properly. We recommend using your senses (look, smell, and texture) to assess freshness over time.
Our process
Garden → Lab → Skin
From seed to formulation, each product begins in the garden and is then extracted and crafted in our Lab/Production Space, just steps away from where it’s grown.