Te Kakara Rongoa

31/03/2026

There’s a beautiful story about a father and his two sons. ✨

The younger one leaves home, chasing freedom and adventure, but ends up losing everything and feeling completely lost. With a humble heart, he returns home—hoping only to be accepted as a servant.

But instead of rejection, he’s met with open arms, deep love, and celebration.

Because to his father, what mattered most was this:
his lost son had come home 🥹

Meanwhile, the older brother struggles to understand this kind of grace. But the father gently reminds him—love isn’t earned, it’s given.

This story is a soft reminder for all of us:
No matter how far we wander, there is always a way back.
There is always love waiting.

sometimes we need to return, restore, and begin again—gently with kindness 🌿

30/03/2026

🌿 Why Tūpakihi? 🌿

This “bone healer” is a Rongoā Māori powerhouse. When applied to the skin, it’s a total game-changer for:

• Muscle Recovery: Melts away tension after a long day or a hard workout.

• Deep Joint Relief: A go-to for soothing arthritis, gout, and rheumatism.

• Bone Health: Traditionally used to help “knit” together fractures and hairline breaks.

• Bye-Bye Bruises: Rapidly calms swelling and fades discoloration.

• Nerve Support: Penetrates deep to settle sciatica and sharp, shooting pains.

• Circulation Boost: Creates a gentle warmth that gets blood flowing to tired areas.

Pure, potent, and traditionally proven. ✨

NZBushMedicine RecoveryBalm

27/03/2026

If you are new here, kia ora 🤍

My name is Te Kakara Rongoā — meaning “the aroma of healing.” This is the heart of this kaupapa: to bring the healing and beauty of nature to life, and to share the love of our Creator through every balm. 🍃

“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.”
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭118‬:‭29‬ ‭NIV‬‬

I have so many exciting things coming this year, and I can’t wait to share them with you all.

Ngā mihi .film for these beautiful pikitia 🫶🏽

06/03/2026

✨ Introducing: Te Kakara Rongoā scented candles✨

Bring the calming essence of the forest into your home with our brand-new candle collection. 🌿

Crafted with 100% natural soy wax, these candles offer a cleaner, non-toxic, and longer-lasting burn—so you can stay in your zone even longer. ⏳

Available scents
- Orange sweet and coconut
-Cucumber, green tea and coconut
-lemongrass, green tea and coconut
- Cedar-wood and coconut
And more

🌿 Pure. Natural. Soothing.

05/03/2026

Why choose one when you can have both? 🌿🤍

Our 30g duo is the perfect combo for every whānau:

✨ Kawakawa, Tupakihi & Comfrey– powerful support for gout, arthritis, muscle aches, burns, cuts and stubborn skin concerns.

✨ Kawakawa & Coconut– gentle, nourishing care made especially for delicate, immature skin and perfect for pēpi and sensitive skin.

One for deep relief.
One for gentle everyday care.

Keep them in your bag, at home, or in the nappy bag — because life happens, and natural support should always be close by.

Bundle up and save 🤍 A little goes a long way.

Handcrafted with care in Hawke’s Bay.
Te Kakara Rongoā — natural healing for the whole whānau. 🌿

04/03/2026

📣Introducing our Kawakawa & Coconut Balm which was lovingly formulated with our pēpi in mind 🤍

Made with nourishing kawakawa infused into pure coconut oil, this gentle blend is designed to support delicate, immature skin while keeping it soft, calm and protected.

Perfect for:
✨ Nappy area support
✨ Dry or flaky skin
✨ Baby eczema
✨ Irritated or sensitive skin
✨ Everyday moisture

Simple. Natural. Gentle.

No harsh ingredients — just carefully selected botanicals made for the most precious skin.

Handcrafted with love in Hawke’s Bay 🌿
Because our babies deserve the purest care.

04/03/2026

03/03/2026

Te Kakara Rongoā Healing balm was the very first balm we ever formulated — and it’s still one of our most loved 💚

Made with kawakawa, tupakihi and comfrey, infused with mānuka, peppermint and rosemary essential oils, this powerful blend is designed to naturally soothe and support your skin and body.

Our whānau have been using it for:
✨ Gout & arthritis discomfort
✨ Burns, cuts & scars
✨ Acne & skin irritations
✨ Everyday aches & inflammation

Cooling, soothing and deeply nourishing — a little truly goes a long way.

Handcrafted with care in Hawke’s Bay. 🌿
Your natural go-to for skin and muscle support.

23/02/2026

A few recents plus some big news!

📣 Our website is officially live!!

Link in bio 🥰🥹🙌

23/02/2026

Skin benefits of Kawakawa leaves 🌿

• Helps soothe irritated or inflamed skin
• Supports healing of cuts, scratches and wounds
• Calms eczema and dermatitis flare-ups
• Reduces redness and itchiness
• Naturally antibacterial and antifungal properties
• Supports relief for dry, cracked skin
• Traditionally used for burns and skin infections
• Eases acne and blemishes
• Nourishes and protects sensitive skin

Kawakawa is especially beautiful for gentle, natural skin support 💚

15/02/2026

“Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.”
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭100‬:‭1‬-‭5‬ ‭NIV‬‬
♥️