Rough Patch | For Skin in Motion

This balm has a firm, dense texture thanks to the Beeswax and Arrowroot Powder.

To use, gently scrape the balm with the back of your fingernail and collect a small amount. You don’t need much. Apply the balm to a small area of the affected skin and rub it in, allowing the warmth of your skin to melt it. Wait a moment for the balm to absorb naturally, then rub the area again to complete absorption and prevent any excess residue.

Built from a dense blend of botanical butters, oils, mineral powders, and our own virgin beeswax, this composition is designed to remain present on the skin - forming a breathable, adaptive layer that supports it through movement, exposure, and repeated contact.

At its core, cupuaçu butter and virgin beeswax work together to hold moisture close to the surface while maintaining flexibility. Cupuaçu draws in and retains moisture, while beeswax provides a light, structured seal that helps the skin stay soft without feeling closed off.

Ucuuba and tamanu oil bring a deeper, more grounded quality - helping the skin feel calmer, more settled, and less reactive over time, especially in areas that have been worn down, irritated, or overworked.

A small amount of arrowroot and white kaolin clay refines the finish, softening the feel of the oils and butters so the balm settles into a more balanced, velvety surface rather than remaining overly slick.

Finished with essential oils of peppermint and cedarwood, the composition carries a cool, clean scent that feels at home in use - noticeable at first, then settling close to the skin.

Together, these materials create a composition that holds, softens, and stays with the skin - supporting it through the conditions it meets throughout the day.

What makes Rough Patch different from a typical body butter?

Rough Patch was designed for areas of skin that experience repeated contact, friction, dryness, or exposure throughout the day. Rather than melting away immediately like a soft body butter, the composition settles into the skin more gradually — remaining present through movement while still feeling breathable and balanced.

Where on the body is Rough Patch meant to be used?

Anywhere the skin feels overworked, exposed, roughened, or repeatedly irritated by daily life. Elbows, heels, hands, bug bites, dry patches, knees, and areas exposed to cold weather or outdoor activity are all natural places to use it.

Does the balm feel greasy or overly heavy?

No. Although the composition is rich and protective, arrowroot and white kaolin clay help soften the finish so the balm settles into a more velvety, balanced texture rather than remaining slick on the skin.

Why use beeswax in a barrier balm?

Our virgin beeswax helps create a flexible, breathable layer that stays present on the skin while still allowing it to move naturally. Rather than sealing the skin off completely, it helps support moisture retention while remaining comfortable through daily wear.

Is Rough Patch intended for everyday use?

Yes. Rough Patch was composed as a daily-use barrier balm for skin shaped by movement, exposure, weather, work, and repeated contact with the world. It can be used occasionally for targeted support or kept close for regular daily tending.