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Skin Disorder

skincare
  1. Soothing Skin Gel:
  • 1/2 cup Aloe vera gel
  • 1/4 cup chamomile tea, cooled
  • 1 tablespoon calendula oil
  • 10 drops tea tree oil

Mix all the ingredients in a bowl until well combined. Apply a thin layer of the gel to the affected area up to 3 times a day. This formula can be used for a wide range of skin irritations, including sunburn, rashes, and minor cuts.

  1. Calming Skin Tonic:
  • 1 cup chamomile tea, cooled
  • 1 tablespoon Aloe vera gel
  • 1 tablespoon calendula oil
  • 5 drops tea tree oil

Mix all the ingredients in a spray bottle and shake well before each use. Spray the tonic onto the affected area or apply with a cotton ball up to 3 times a day. This formula is especially effective for calming and soothing itchy or inflamed skin.

  1. Healing Salve:
  • 1/4 cup Aloe vera gel
  • 1/4 cup calendula oil
  • 1/4 cup beeswax pellets
  • 10 drops tea tree oil

Melt the beeswax pellets in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl. Once melted, add the Aloe vera gel, calendula oil, and tea tree oil. Mix well and pour into a small jar or tin. Let cool and solidify before using. Apply a small amount of salve to the affected area up to 3 times a day. This formula is ideal for treating dry, cracked, or damaged skin.

Urinary Infections

Herbs: Buchu (Barosma betulina), cornsilk (Zea mays), marshmallow (Althaea officinalis)

Remedy: Make an infusion with 5 g of each herb to 3 cups (750 ml) of water. Divide into 4 doses and drink throughout the day.

Option: Substitute juniper (Juniperus communis) or goldenrod (Solidago virgaurea) for buchu.

Herb: Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus)

Remedy: Make a decoction of the berries and drink 1 2/3–2 1/3 cups (450–600 ml) a day.
Tip: Cranberry juice may be substituted for bilberry decoction.

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Herbs: Garlic (Allium sativum), echinacea (Echinacea spp.)

Remedy: Take either or both herbs in capsule or tablet form.

Note: Take in addition to other remedies.
Caution: Do not take juniper or buchu during pregnancy.

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Neuralgia

General Remedies
Herbs: St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum), lavender (Lavandula officinalis), clove (Eugenia caryophyllata)

Remedy: Apply neat St. John’s wort infused oil to painful areas, or add 20 drops each of clove and lavender essential oil to 2 tbsp plus 2 tsp (50 ml) of St. John’s wort infused oil and then apply every 2–3 hours as required.

Herb: Peppermint (Mentha x piperita)

Remedy: Make an infusion with 25 g of herb to 3 cups (750 ml) of water and bathe the affected area. Alternatively, dilute 20 drops of essential oil in 2 tbsp plus 2 tsp (50 ml) of carrier oil and gently massage into the painful area.

Caution: Do not use on children under 5.

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Head Pain
Herb: Clove (Eugenia caryophyllata)
Remedy: Mix 1⁄2 tsp of powder with water to make a thick paste and apply to the head.

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Toothache
Herb: Clove (Eugenia caryophyllata)
Remedy: Chew a clove or rub 1–2 drops of neat essential oil onto the affected tooth 2–3 times a day for up to 3 days.

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