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St John’s wort infused oil recipe

This St John’s wort infused oil recipe can be used externally to treat nerve pain and skin irritations.

How to make fire cider

Fire cider is a fantastic addition to any home apothecary. We explain what it is and how to make fire cider.

Herbalism at home: Top 5 kitchen herbs and spices

One of the wonderful things about herbalism is that it is so accessible. We can make nutritious foods that are both delicious and healing. In...

How to make a herbal steam inhalation

We share our best way how you can make your own herbal steam inhalation. Plus, our top safety tips for inhalations.

How to make a decoction

We share our best way how you can make your own decoction. Plus, our top tips on decoction safety and what you can use it...

How to make a herbal honey

We share our best way how you can make your own herbal honey. Plus, our top tips on honey safety and what you can use...

How to make a herbal syrup

We share our best way how you can make your own herbal syrup. Plus, our top tips on syrup safety and what you can use...

How to make a herbal cream

We share our best way how you can make your own herbal cream. Plus, our top tips on cream safety and what you can use...

How to make a salve

We share our best way how you can make your own herbal salve. Plus, our top tips on salve safety and what you can use...

How to make a herbal tincture

We share our best methods how you can make your own herbal tincture. Plus, our top tips on tincture safety and what you can use...

How to make herbal oils

We share three methods how you can make your own herbal oils. Plus, our top tips on infused oil safety and what you can use...

Essential oils for restful sleep

Aromatherapist Ellen Rowland shares how essential oils can improve your sleep, including some recipes to try yourself.

Medicine making with children: Recipes to try at home

Making herbal medicines is a great way to empower children with self-care knowledge. We share some great recipes to make at home.

Healing muscles and joints with essential oils: Recipes from an aromatherapist

All of us need relief from sore muscles and joints from time to time, and this article shares how to make your own healing oils...

The use of guggulu in Ayurveda and how to prepare it

Guggulu is a highly medicinal preparation in Ayurveda, made from a tree resin. It has an intricate preparation method and many uses.

Should I self treat at home or consult a herbalist?

Herbal self-care is a life skill we believe everyone should have. However sometimes seeing a medically trained herbalist is the best healthcare option.

Winter warmers: Aromatherapy for respiratory health in cold and flu season

Aromatherapist Ellen Rowland explores how essential oils directly affect the respiratory system.

Essential oils for treating inflammation: An aromatherapist’s perspective

Aromatherapist Ellen Rowland takes a look at treatment strategies of inflammation with essential oils.

Getting the dose right

Getting the dosage right is key to a successful treatment. Here we will look at how you can achieve the perfect dose for each herb...

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