Herbal salve is often used for healing skin ailments. Learn how to use herbs from your garden to make a healing herbal salve.
This herbal balm recipe offers relief from general aches and pains, arthritis, bursitis, and sore muscles.
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Borage is a beautiful annual flower that's popular with gardeners, mostly for its abundant display of showy blue flowers. It also happens to be both edible and medicinal, and it has a number of uses
This soothing cuticle balm is packed with an herbal blend that will mend those cracks and make hands soft again - made with all-natural ingredients.
Did you know pine resin has been used historically for topical wound care? A poultice of the resin was applied to wounds, inflammations and abscesses, used to draw out the poison from boils, and used as the base for salve. Learn how to make pine resin salve for your first aid kit!
This homemade Calendula Salve for Eczema is a wonderful salve for the relief of itching. Make this easy herbal salve for eczema and sensitive skin.This post con…
Only 2 ingredients are needed to make this bug bite salve to take the itch and sting out of bites and scrapes. Store in refrigerator for added soothing!
Lemon balm has many health benefits and one of the best ways to use it is in a tincture. Learn how to make this lemon balm tincture using fresh lemon balm!
Herbal tinctures are easy to make and can provide so many natural benefits. Herbal tinctures are basically a concentrated herbal extract made with alcohol. Herbal tinctures have been used for centuries for their healing properties and there are so many you can make and use, all with their own properties.
Here is my recipe for skin loving herb and honey anti-itch salve. It’s so simple to make, and it’s effective for soothing dry, ashy, itchy skin all times of the year . It’s great for many different itchy situations including eczema, bug bites, rashes, and more. One of my readers wrote in a few
Want to ditch toxic store-bought Chapsticks and make your own herbal lip balm? Learn about the dangers of store-bought and the amazing ingredients in homemade!
This homemade deodorant stick is a simple recipe that works to support your health, reduce waste and chemicals, and makes you smell good!
Tuck one of these DIY herbal dream pillows into your pillowcase to release an herbal fragrance that will promote calm and send you off to dreamland.
Common skin irritants can be annoying, irritating, and a nightmare to get rid of. Having a salve on hand that uses natural ingredients is a must to relieve the itch and reduce the appearance of skin blemishes.
It’s that time of year… …when shriveled dandelion bits litter my kitchen, and desk, and float in random cups half-full with water. Every single time my 3 year old brings me a fistful of fuzzy yellow flowers, I can hardly bear to throw them away, even after they have wilted beyond recognition. Picking dandelion blossoms is a […]
As an herbalist, I am interested in helping each person find the best way to bring balance into their lives. One of the things that makes herbalism different from conventional medicine is that herbalists seek to treat the person rather than the disease. This means I look for broad patterns of imbalance which may be causing symptoms of dis-ease mentally, emotionally or physically. I then work with each client to develop individualized plans of action to help them achieve balance and optimal wellness. Some common tools I use to help my clients are: 1.) Herbal Remedies in many forms(tea, tincture, salve and many more) that have been individually matched to the clients constitution and situation 2.) Modern Nutritional Science helps me to create unique diet or supplementation plans based on the client’s needs. I prefer to start with nutrition because I find that once we can clear up food allergies and /or feed the body what it needs, many issues are able to resolve. 3.) Lifestyle Changes. Often we can get stuck in patterns that have a negative effect on our wellbeing. I aim to help people identify these patterns and correct through introspection, meditation, mindfulness and other methods that help us connect to the world around us and our part in it. All of these tools help me find the root cause of the issue the client is facing and being to correct it. Often times it is easy to get caught up treating one symptom and call it a day. While this approach does work, often people become disillusioned because the symptoms come back or change into something different all together. This is often because often the symptom is confused for the cause of the imbalance. I aim to help my clients not only uncover the root cause of their symptoms, but to put plans in place that allows them to address them in healthy and sustainable ways. If you want to start bringing more balance into your life, here are some issues I may be able to help with: Anxiety Adrenal Issues Digestive Issues (GERD, SIBO ) Fatigue Allergies Headaches Diabetes Insulin Resistance and pre-diabetes Eczema and other skin issues Weight loss When you decide to make an appointment with me, there are several parts to it. 1.) Intake – Generally 1-2 hours 2.) Wellness Plan- this is the plan that the client I come up with during the initial intake. This can include diet changes, herbal remedies, meditation or other lifestyle changes. 3.) A 45minute to 1 hour follow-up 2-3 weeks after the initial intake. The cost of the initial session is $110 Since herbal medicine is not covered under most insurance, it is important for the client to be aware that in most cases, there are some ongoing costs associated with the wellness plans. These include: 1.) Follow-ups after the initial intake and follow-up (These are $40 for 30 minutes and $70 60 minutes) 2.) Herbs and supplements. If we do decide to try an herbal remedy or dietary supplement, the client will be responsible for the additional cost. I will provide links to the products I recommend. This additional cost can vary from client to client, but most often are somewhere around $20-$65 a month for the duration of the wellness plan. **I will NEVER turn anyone away who struggles to pay for a session. If you have a genuine desire in your heart to better your condition through diet, herbal medicine and lifestyle changes, send me an e-mail to discuss sliding scale or free sessions*** **One final piece of very important information to know about herbalists is that we are NOT doctors. We are not allowed to diagnose any condition or prescribe any medication. My services are never meant to replace that of a medical doctor and I will never suggest you leave your physician’s care or stop taking a medication without first consulting them.** I really look forward to working with each and every one of you!
How to make lip balm using oils, waxes, and skin-loving herbs. This is a fantastic winter skincare recipe that's fun to make and soothes chapped lips. It also includes two methods to make lip balm -- the quick version and the cold-infused method.
Making your own drawing salve is easier than you might think! This is the perfect recipe to have on hand for when you really need it.
Adaptogens are going mainstream as people are looking for alternative ways to reduce stress and anxiety. Often used in Ayurvedic medicine, adaptogens are now more easily accessible and make great additions to drinks.
Don't miss this DIY Muscle Rub! Made with all natural ingredients this is your go to rub next time your muscles need some love.
How to make a natural rose remedy for PMS, nervousness, and flushed/upset feelings.
Preventing bug bites is key, but how do you stop the itch if you end up with them? This effective herbal anti-itch salve is your answer!
Suffer from thinning hair, premature graying and itchy scalp issues? Try using this herbal DIY rosemary hair rinse for hair growth & more! The herb rosemary smells fresh, pungent and herbaceous. It has long been used as a memory booster, food spice and also hair treatment! Yup, women in the Mediterranean would use rosemary as …
Treat your tattoo like a piece of art and use this herbal tattoo balm to speed up the healing process and relieve itching from your new ink.
If you have a minor burn that needs some healing, don't put weird chemicals on it! Instead, make this all-natural herbal burn salve!
This DIY 5-ingredient rose salve is perfect for taming flyaways, healing chapped lips, soothing irritation and making skin glow.
Even if you don't have a sunburn, this after-sun salve recipe is a summer necessity to re-hydrate and soothe sun-kissed skin.
Discover 50 rejuvenating fall self-care ideas for busy women. From cozy nights in to outdoor adventures, find ways to nurture yourself this season.
We were having summer weather here back in April, so Jon and I have been enjoying popsicles for quite awhile now. They are such a refreshing summer treat and we love making them with herbal teas, herb-infused honeys, and our favorite fruits and fruit juices. One of our favorites the past few weeks
When I plant my vegetable garden in the spring I always plant marigolds as a kind of sacrificial plant. They are excellent to attract harmful insects away from my veggies. Now that the planting season is over and my vegetables are pretty much done producing I have big beautiful bunches of marigolds. I hate for them to go to waste and there’s no need to let them. Marigolds have been used medicinally for centuries . . . both internally and topically. It’s an easy process to make a soothing salve for your skin to help heal wounds, soothe burns and soften dry, chapped skin. Homemade Marigold Salve Two handfuls of marigold flowers 1 cup oil (such as olive oil) 2 Ounces Bees Wax In addition to the ingredients, you will need a fine material (cheese cloth or a knee-high stocking) to strain the steeped marigolds from the oil and small container(s) with lid(s). Gently wash the marigolds in cold water and then place the marigolds in a small saucepan with the oil. Heat oil on low until flowers begin to wilt. Remove from heat source and cover. Allow to steep in the oil for 12 hours or so. Reheat the marigold oil mixture over low heat. While the oil is warming, place cheese cloth over a funnel (I use stocking stretched over a canning funnel) and set over a bowl or jar. Once the oil is warm, strain through your material the gather it up and squeeze as much of the oil out as you can. Discard flowers. Slowly melt wax over a double boiler. The water should be at a simmer, not a boil, to make sure the wax doesn’t get too hot. If it gets too hot it will destroy the healing properties extracted from the marigolds. The wax used to coat cheese is made from beeswax. Save this wax and use it for preparations such as this. Just make sure to remove any cheese residue to avoid any possible contamination. When the wax has melted, add the marigold oil slowly, mixing continuously. Pour the mixture into clean containers, cover tightly and store in a cool location.
Looking for a DIY face wash recipe? These 3 DIY honey face wash recipes are easy to make and great for your skin. Say goodbye to pre-made face cleansers!
DIY anti-aging face cream. Straightforward, painless recipe made with just 4 ingredients and works wonders on wrinkles, skin tones and fine lines.
Lotion bars come together with only a handful of ingredients and make the perfect customizable gift for yourself or your loved ones! Homemade lotion bars are one of the easiest skin care products you can
The Lymphatic System A healthy lymphatic system is very important to keep our bodies safe and free of illness. The lymphatic system assists both
