Plantar Fasciitis Soothing Balm | Natural Foot, Heel & Arch Care

It's loved by an incredibly wide range of customers — people managing plantar fasciitis, those dealing with heel pain or arch tension, customers with Achilles tightness or heel spurs, runners and hikers, nurses and teachers on their feet all day, hospitality and retail workers, dancers, and anyone whose feet end the day tired and uncomfortable. The blend is gentle enough for daily use, concentrated enough to feel like it's actually doing something, and pleasant enough to look forward to applying. Patch test on the inner forearm for 24 hours before first use if you have sensitive skin.

The cooling sensation from peppermint and eucalyptus is felt within seconds of application — that's the bit customers tend to comment on first. The deeper comfort of the nourishing oils builds over consistent use. Most customers tell us they notice a meaningful difference in how their feet feel within the first week of twice-daily use, with the biggest improvements coming when it's used consistently as part of a daily routine rather than occasionally. If symptoms are severe or aren't improving, it's always worth speaking to a GP, physiotherapist, or podiatrist for tailored advice.

Absolutely — and many of our customers do exactly that. Plantar fasciitis and heel pain typically respond best to a combination approach: regular stretching, proper footwear, supportive insoles, physiotherapy if recommended, and consistent daily foot care. This balm fits naturally into that kind of routine — apply after stretching, before bed, or whenever you'd otherwise be massaging your feet. If you're working with a physiotherapist or podiatrist, mention it to them; they'll usually be supportive of a daily foot care routine alongside whatever exercises they've prescribed.

The blend is paraben-free, sulphate-free, and built around gentle plant-based ingredients. That said, this is a concentrated foot formula with active essential oils — peppermint and eucalyptus in particular — which a small number of people with very sensitive skin can react to. We always recommend a 24-hour patch test on the inner forearm before applying to a larger area. If you have known allergies to peppermint, eucalyptus, or any of the listed ingredients, this isn't the right product for you. Avoid use during pregnancy without speaking to a GP or midwife first.

Yes — the balm isn't just for the sole. Many of our customers apply it across the whole foot area: the heel and arch (where plantar fasciitis is felt most), the Achilles tendon at the back, the top of the foot, and even into the calf muscles. The same cooling, warming, nourishing combination works just as well across any tight or tired area below the knee. Massage in slow circles, working from heel up toward the calf, and let it absorb fully before standing up.

A 30g tin typically lasts most customers around 4 to 6 weeks with twice-daily use on one or both feet — though it can stretch much further if you use it less frequently or only on small areas. A little goes a long way thanks to the concentrated formula. The tin is travel-friendly and small enough to keep in a gym bag or bedside drawer. Stored in a cool, dry place with the lid sealed, it keeps perfectly until used up.