African Potato Cream
African Potato Cream
Fast-acting relief for pain and deep hydration for inflamed, thirsty skinÂ
đ African potato, aloe vera and evening primrose
Restore your well-being. This deep-penetrating and hydrating natural, anti-inflammatory salve is used to relieve body discomfort, and to treat dry and inflamed skin conditions. Voted best anti-inflammatory ointment in the Woman and Home Beauty Awards 2023.
Powered by African potato extract, trusted for centuries for its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant benefits.
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Product details
Product details
African Potato Cream helps relieve pain and discomfort, and eases dry and inflamed skin conditions. African Potato (Hypoxis hemerocallidea) extract delivers antioxidant and antimicrobial healing, and potent sterols to help regulate the immune response and mimic the anti-inflammatory power of cortisone, but without the side-effects. It is enriched with aloe vera, beeswax, avocado, coconut and evening primrose oils.
Use African Potato Cream for:
- Inflammatory pain: Arthritis and gout, muscle and joint pain, varicose veins and tennis elbow.
- Injuries & swelling: Swelling and stiffness, sprains and bruising.
- Nerve & circulation discomfort: Burning and tingling sensations from diabetic foot problems and restless legs at night.
- Skin conditions: Eczema, psoriasis, rashes and excessively dry or cracked skin.
- Skin damage & blemishes: Sunburn, minor burns, inflamed acne and dark marks or uneven skin tone caused by skin inflammation.
- General skin concerns: Warts, stretch marks and scars.
- First aid: Insect bites, stings and bedsores.
Pro tip: For overnight heel repair, slather APC on before bed, pop on some socks and wake up to softer feet.
Our standards;
- Plant-based & organic:Â Made with natural, certified organic plant extracts.
- Vegan & cruelty-free:Â No animal ingredients; accredited by Beauty Without Cruelty (BWC).
- Clean formula:Â No harsh synthetics like parabens, petrochemicals or sulfates.
- No synthetic perfumes:Â Safe, soothing, and highly suitable for sensitive skin.
- Eco-friendly:Â Rapidly biodegradable and watercourse safe.
- pH-Balanced:Â Formulated to match your skin's natural pH and protect the skin barrier.
DISCLAIMER: This complementary medicine has not been evaluated by SAHPRA for quality, safety, or intended use. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition, and must not replace professional medical advice.Â
Why it's loved
Why it's loved
Your all-in-one natural remedy.
- Versatile healing: One cream for everything - from soothing aches to clearing stubborn skin irritations.
- Pure & safe: Natural, paraben-free and sulfate-free. Safe for sensitive skin and long-term daily use without side effects.
- Declutter your cabinet: Replace multiple specialised creams with this one powerful, multi-purpose essential.
- Medical aid claims: You can claim from your medical aid savings (African Potato Cream 250ml NAPPI code: 3001316001 / African Potato Cream 125ml NAPPI code: 3001316002).
Whatâs inside
Whatâs inside
- ó ŻAfrican potato: The heavy lifter for pain and inflammation.
- Aloe vera: To cool, soothe, and speed up healing.
- Coconut & avocado oils: To drench your skin in moisture without feeling greasy.
- Evening primrose & wheat germ: For a boost of Vitamin E and essential fatty acids.
- Tea tree & rosemary: Natureâs own purifiers to keep skin clear and healthy.
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The "No" list:
No parabens. No petrochemicals. No synthetic fragrances. No animal testing. Just pure, Earth-friendly goodness.
Full ingredient list:
Water (Aqua), Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract*, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Glyceryl Stearate, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hypoxis Hemerocallidea (African Potato) Extract, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Xanthan Gum, Glyceryl Caprylate, Stearic Acid, Tritium Vulgare (Wheat Germ) Germ Oil, Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C), Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Citric Acid, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Cinnamomum Camphora (Camphor) Bark Oil, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Pelargonium Graveolens (Rose Geranium) Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil*, Limonene**, Linalool**, Citronellol**, Geraniol**
*certified organic ingredients
**from essential oils
99% of the ingredients are from natural origin
How to use
How to use
- Apply to the affected area as frequently as needed.
- Use on clean, dry skin.
- Gently massage into the skin until the cream is absorbed.
- On sensitive or broken skin, don't rub - simply pat it on gently until absorbed.
Shipping & returns
Shipping & returns
- ó ŻEnjoy free courier delivery on all orders of R500 or more (valid for SA region only). For smaller or international orders, your delivery fee is calculated at checkout.
- We ship your order within 24 hours of payment and provide you with a tracking code. If thereâs a delay, weâll let you know.
- We deliver straight to your door or to a convenient locker during standard working hours.
- Expect your parcel within 2 to 3 working days in main centres, or 5 working days for outlying areas. International orders are usually delivered within 10 business days.
- We will gladly replace or refund damaged, incorrect or otherwise dissatisfactory products, at our cost.
- Your peace of mind matters. If you are not happy, weâll gladly accept returns on unopened, unused products in their original packaging within 30 days. Weâll pay for the courier to collect the return, and once it reaches us, your refund or credit note will be processed within 48 hours.
The results speak for themselves
"The magic of Potato Cream. Showing an enormous improvement of eczema after using African Potato Cream for 6 months. It soothes and stops the burning and itching of inflamed skin."
- Anonymous customer
"My daughter suffered terribly with acne and we decided to try the African Potato Cream. My mother introduced the product (she sells it in her beauty salon) and requested that we take photos to show her clients. The scary part is that the improvement was so drastic and quick that many of her clients thought it was not real, i.e. edited by photo shop etc. A year later she is still pimple free, never mind acne free. She continues to use your products."
- Catherine Gray
"Last year around October 2021, during an indoor soccer match, I was fighting for the ball and I was pushed and fell on the astro turf and I sustained a nasty graze to both knees...I used Down To Earth African Potato Skin Cream and within 4 weeks the graze healed up quite nicely...I would definitely recommend this cream!"
- Donna Edmunds




