Frequently Asked Questions

+ How often should I apply my salve?

Apply 1-3 times daily to affected area. NOTE: These salves are for application on skin only, never open wounds or any mucous membranes.

+ Are these salves totally safe?

We recommend that you read the ingredients on your salve before application, as all salves contain potential allergens or ingredients to which you may be sensitive, such as camphor, menthol, or pine extracts. Also, consult your physician before using if you are pregnant or may become pregnant, if you are breastfeeding, or if you are considering applying to children under 6 years old.

Our salves are intended for topical use only, and should not be ingested, applied to open wounds, or applied to any mucous membranes. None of the salves are FDA-approved. Do NOT substitute medical care with the salves.

+ At what temperature should I store my salve?

Any temperature between 40 and 70 degrees (F) will keep your salve at the consistency you expect for easy application. Avoid leaving your salve in a warm vehicle, or in a dark gym bag when you're out in warmer weather, as the salve will liquify and become too hot to use.

+ Are these salves organic?

Dr. Guo's healing salves are made of a combination of natural and organic ingredients. Dr. Guo's™ Skin Tonic is made with only organic herbs.

+ How long do Dr. Guo's Healing Salves take to ship?

Due to the length of the manufacturing process, we cannot guarantee all orders will be ready to ship immediately. However, we try to keep accurate inventory counts on our sites so that we only sell what is already completely packaged and ready to ship. We ship both retail and wholesale orders via USPS ground, and most orders arrive within 5-7 business days.

+ How long will a tin of Dr. Guo's Healing salve last?

The salves themselves have shelf life of 2 years. The rate at which you use the contents of your tin will determine how long it lasts! Some household users find that all family members use the salves, and they therefore dissipate faster. If you are the only person in your household using Skin Tonic, and apply a light amount every night before bed, the salve could last up to 1-2 months.

+ Do I ever need to wear gloves when applying my salve?

No. Be sure to wash hands thoroughly after application, as you would not want to accidentally touch your eyes or any other sensitive or open area of the body with hands that still had salve on them.