Herbal Recipes

Canker sores are small, painful ulcers on the inside of the mouth, tongue, lips, or throat. Multiple factors may cause canker sores, including injury to the mouth, acidic or spicy foods, vitamin deficiencies, hormones, stress, or autoimmune disorders.Most canker sores require no treatment and heal on their own. To help relieve pain and speed healing, try the following recipe: Canker Sore Swab: 1 teaspoon Echinacea Tincture 1 teaspoon Lemon Balm Tincture  1 teaspoon Calendula Tincture  1 Tablespoon Aloe Vera Gel Mix all ingredients in a small jar with a tight seal. To use, place a pea-size amount of the gel on...

The act of cleansing, toning and moisturizing dates back thousands of years. Evidence shows ancient cultures utilized avocado, palm oil, olive oils, and spices for moisturizing, animal fats and salts for cleansing, and botanical waters and natural astringents for “freshening” the skin. In fact, in the early 1900s, women (our great grandmothers!) were still making their own skin care products for toning and brightening skin from unprocessed milks, lemon juice, witch hazel, and vinegar. The recipe for this Herbal Facial Toner uses Apple Cider Vinegar and Chamomile. This toner balances the natural pH of the skin, and breaks up the...

Bloodroot  has a rich history in Native American culture as a medicinal plant. Bloodroot's medicinal properties when used as a salve or paste are great because it is antibacterial. It has been used for centuries as an herbal cure for abnormal skin growths before modern medicine was able to cure these problems. It's most popular for its ability to dissolve abnormal skin growths and is used in modern times by herbal practitioners for this purpose. It is very easy to make a simple Bloodroot Paste from just very few ingredients: Grind about 1 teaspoon of the Bloodroot in a coffee grinder to...

ROSEMARY HAIR RINSE Rosemary is wonderful for hair and scalp. It counters dandruff, controls oil and adds shine. You will need: 1 cup dried rosemary leaves5 cups distilled waterBring the rosemary and water to a boil. Remove from heat, cover, and let steep for 30 minutes. When completely cooled, strain and pour off into a clean bottle with a secure top. Use it for yourself or as a gift.