Balm of Gilead Salve Recipe. There are so many wonderful uses and countless benefits for this poplar salve recipe. Made from the plant, or rather the bud of the tree, then steeped in oil, this salve or rub is great for cuts, rashes, burns, psoriasis, insect bites and stings, sunburn, athlete's foot, dry and scaly skin, chapped hands or cheeks, and prevents or heals diaper rash. #plant #uses #recipe #benefits #salve #balm #oil