The Burns Blend Topical is a specialized medicinal formulation designed to aid in the treatment of thermal burns, chemical burns, radiation burns, and sunburns, as well as to support wound healing, scar reduction, and tissue regeneration. This formulation is particularly beneficial for:

• First-degree burns (superficial burns affecting the epidermis, such as mild sunburns).
• Second-degree burns (partial-thickness burns affecting both the epidermis and dermis, often with blister formation).
• Post-burn wound healing to accelerate skin regeneration and minimize scarring.
• Radiation dermatitis following radiation therapy.
• Chemical exposure burns to aid in reducing inflammation and oxidative damage.

Historically, several of these ingredients have been documented for their burn-healing properties in ancient and traditional medicine. Notably, lavender oil was famously used by the French chemist René-Maurice Gattefossé in the early 20th century after he suffered a severe burn in a laboratory accident and observed rapid healing with reduced scarring when applying lavender oil.

Mechanism of Action

The Burns Blend Topical functions through multiple biological and physiological pathways:

1. Anti-inflammatory and Tissue Repair Mechanism:
   • Lavender oil, helichrysum, and frankincense downregulate inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α, IL-6, IL-1β) and inhibit COX-2 activity, reducing tissue damage and preventing excessive inflammation that can delay wound healing.
   • Myrrh and geranium rose stimulate fibroblast proliferation, which is essential for collagen synthesis and epidermal regeneration.
2. Antimicrobial and Infection Prevention:
   • Tea tree oil (terpinen-4-ol) and myrrh exhibit strong antimicrobial properties, reducing the risk of bacterial colonization and preventing secondary infections such as those caused by Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
   • Geranium rose and frankincense provide additional antiseptic and antifungal effects, ensuring a sterile wound environment.
3. Analgesic and Pain Reduction Mechanism:
   • Lavender and helichrysum contain linalool and α-pinene, which modulate pain receptors and have local anesthetic properties, reducing the burning and stinging sensations associated with burns.
   • Frankincense and myrrh have been documented to interact with opioid receptors, providing natural analgesic effects.
4. Scar Prevention and Tissue Remodeling:
   • Frankincense (boswellic acids) and helichrysum (acetophenones and flavonoids) inhibit the excessive fibroblast activity that leads to hypertrophic scarring and keloid formation.
   • Geranium rose and olive oil provide hydration and lipid restoration, maintaining skin elasticity and preventing rigid scar formation.
5. Oxidative Stress Reduction and Cellular Protection:
   • Tea tree, myrrh, and frankincense are rich in polyphenols and terpenes, which act as antioxidants, neutralizing free radicals that cause further tissue destruction following burns.
   • Olive oil (oleuropein and squalene) supports cell membrane integrity, preventing dehydration and lipid peroxidation in damaged skin.

Hadassah Healing Oils’ Burns Blend Topical is a natural formulated, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and wound-healing oil blend designed for burn injuries, post-burn recovery, and scar prevention. It integrates historical medicinal knowledge with modern scientific evidence, making it an essential adjunctive treatment for mild to moderate burns and skin recovery.