Everyone needs a little boost to their immune system this time of year, so if like us, you’re suffering from a sore, red nose or a case of the sniffles, we’ve rounded up the best cold busting products and thrown in some top tips for good measure too.
Aromatherapy Associates Support Breath Essence
Packed with the natural goodness of eucalyptus, tea tree, pine and peppermint this essential oil product is great for boosting the immune system and warding off those pesky viruses. Pop a few drops on a tissue or in a bowl of steaming water for a Winter pick-me-up.
Happinose Balm Nasal Congestion Relief
If you haven’t already discovered Happinose we assure you, it’ll become a bathroom cabinet staple from now on. Suitable for adults and children five and up, this soothing and decongesting balm will take care of any sore, chapped noses unhappy from too much sneezing.
Ultra Conditioning Lip Balm With Kokum Butter
Get lips back to their pre-cold softness with this ultra nourishing lip balm. One application should last up to four hours.
Slade & Ottwill Kiddy Balm
This multipurpose balm can be used on little ones as young as 3 months. Natural and packed full of eucalyptus, camphor and menthol oils; this balm will calm even the most sensitive of skins whilst providing some much needed decongestion for little blocked noses.
Elderberry Syrup
This 100% organic and natural syrup can be used by the whole family to support the respiratory systems that aren’t up to the mark thanks to the Winter cold. Packed full of elderberry, ginger and precious manuka honey – this sweet tasting syrup should get you through the chilly season.
Weleda Organic Sea Buckthorn Elixir
Dilute this natural juice elixir in water or tea 2-3 times a day to prepare the body for the onslaught of Winter. Packed full of cold-fighting Vitamin C and antioxidant-rich sea buckthorn berries, this product is ideal for boosting your family’s immune systems.
Botanics Aromatherapy Pure Essential Tea Tree Oil
This health and beauty favourite has endless uses. Drop into a bowl of steaming water to naturally decongest, soothe aching muscles by using it as a massage oil, or simply use as an antiseptic.
Green Bay 15+ Active Raw Manuka Honey
Sourced from the remote lands of New Zealand, manuka honey is not over-heated or over-processed like most other honeys. Spread on toast for a sweet treat or take a teaspoon a day to ease digestion and naturally fight off infections.
Dr. Nenninger Triple Flu Defense
They say prevention is better than cure so use this natural, homeopathic defence to combat the common cold or flu virus.
Granary Herbs Organic Lemon Balm Cream
Apply this balm to dreaded cold sores to soothe and effectively treat. It can also be used as a natural remedy to chickenpox so it’s perfect if you’ve got little ones.
