The Kawakawa shrub (Macropiper excelsum) is one of the most important and widely used plants in Rongoā Māori (traditional Māori herbal medicine), and is still widely used as a topical treatment for eczema and dry, irritated skin today.

Kawakawa has been used to care for eczema and sensitive, dry and irritated skin by Máori healers for generation upon generation - and there is no doubt that for those suffering from eczema, psoriasis, rashes or dermatitis, Kawakawa Balm can soothe or resolve the symptoms, and provide lasting relief.