Help! My salve went bad!
One of the things I love about making natural salves is that, when they’re done right, they can stay fresh and effective for years without a single drop
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DIY Herbal Post-Sunburn Spray
Nothing spoils a gorgeous summer day quite like realizing you’ve gotten a little too much sun. (Trust me, I know—thank you, strong Northern European genes!) You know that
Announcing  C•A•L•M for Your Nerves
Hopefully ready for shelves or sale by August 2025! It has finally happened! I've created a formula for a very specific kind of pain—nerve discomfort associated with peripheral
Nettles
Nettles (L. Urtica dioica), also called stinging nettles, are one of the first wild edible plants to come up in the spring. Despite its unfriendly nature, nettles are
St John’s Wort
St John's Wort, hypericum perforatum, a cheerful but often unwanted "weed", serves such a wide array of needs. In recent times, it has received most of its fame
Chickweed
Historical highlights on topical uses of Chickweed It has mucilaginous qualities which soothes irritation Anti-inflammatory action on inflamed skin Anti-itch properties Wound healing Maintains skin health Chickweed has
Arnica
Here are just some of the historical uses of Arnica: Acute pain relief for overused muscles and joints "Too much dancing" or sports Bruises and Sprains Muscle, cartilage &
Plantain
Quick Look at what Plantain has been used for, historically speaking:Anti-inflammatory for skin conditions, namely, psoriasis, eczema Anti-microbial effects Cell proliferation/tissue repair Soothing/hydrating Draws out the sting from
The Cure is All Around You
A funny thing happened on the way to the forest... (Sorry, old movie title, tweaked) Imagine you are walking along a not so well traveled path through a
Product Sustainability
Product Sustainability is not exactly the sexiest term but anyone who has an intermediate level of understanding of herbalism comes to respect the plant kingdom and, in specific,