Bag balm

Bag Balm is a brand of ointment that was originally created to soothe irritation on cows' udders due to milking. It was developed in 1899 by the Dairy Association Co. of Lyndonville, Vermont. Today, Bag Balm is used for a variety of purposes, including moisturizing skin, healing cuts, and soothing burns.

History

Bag Balm was first introduced in 1899 by the Dairy Association Co. The product was initially used by dairy farmers to treat bovine udders that had become chapped and irritated from the milking process. The name "Bag Balm" is derived from the term "milk bag," which is another name for a cow's udder.

Composition

The original Bag Balm formula contains 8-hydroxyquinoline sulfate 0.3% in a petroleum jelly and lanolin base. 8-hydroxyquinoline sulfate is a antiseptic which helps to prevent infections in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns. Petroleum jelly and lanolin are used as moisturizers.

Uses

While Bag Balm was originally intended for use on cows, it has since been adopted for a variety of other uses. It is commonly used as a moisturizer for dry, cracked skin. It can also be used to soothe burns, heal cuts, and treat other skin irritations. Some people even use Bag Balm to polish metal surfaces or to make leather more pliable.

Availability

Bag Balm is widely available in the United States and can be found in many pharmacies, supermarkets, and online retailers. It is typically sold in a distinctive green tin with a cow's head and the words "Bag Balm" printed on the lid.

See also

• Lanolin
• Petroleum jelly
• 8-hydroxyquinoline sulfate

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