Ubuntu Traditional Balms

Ubuntu Traditional Balms Ubuntu Traditional Balms are handmade balms using age-old traditional formulas by a pharmacist in Cape Town using safe,effective and tested ingredients.

Treatmemts for hair loss, eczema, nappy rashes, chest infections.... and lots more! The legacy of Ubuntu Traditional Healing balms started in a humble and small family owned pharmacy in Cape Town by a chemist who formulated the balms. The balms gained popularity and it was proven to work for the ailments that it was prescribed for. The secret formula was passed down from generations and today it

is still prepared by a pharmacist still using the original formula. Up to today people from near and far come for these balms that works for nappy rashes, boils and assisting in chesty wheezy coughs.

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In the vibrant heart of Cape Town, a small community pharmacy has been nurturing its community since 1948. Here, the Ubuntu balms came to life—a unique blend of ancient wisdom and local remedies, enhanced by time-tested formulas. This post explores the fascinating journey of these original balms, ...

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The legacy of Ubuntu Traditional balms started in a humble and small family owned pharmacy in Cape Town by a chemist who formulated the balms 70 years ago.

The balms gained popularity and it was proven to work for the ailments that it was prescribed for. The secret formula was passed down from generations and today it is still prepared by a pharmacist still using the original formula. Up to today people from near and far come for these balms that works for nappy rashes, boils and helps soothes chesty wheezy coughs.

Ubuntu Traditional Balms concept started with the idea in mind to modernize age old traditions that was brought with the ships from English & Netherlands settlers back in the 1600’s; and to make it more appealing & accessible to our younger generations.

Ubuntu Traditional Balms ranges from the Vintage Range which includes- Drawing & Healing/Baba Bors Balsam/Boudjie Salf/Kaapse Smeervet/Corn & Cal. to Impi Balm. New additions to the family will be a range of oils which compliments the balms & cold creams. The must haves is the Pure Glycerin Bar & Zinc/Starch & Boracic powder.