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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...

Herbalism at home: Top 5 kitchen herbs and spices

One of the wonderful things about herbalism is that it is so accessible. We...

How to make a decoction

We share our best way how you can make your own decoction. Plus, our...

How to make a herbal syrup

We share our best way how you can make your own herbal syrup. Plus,...

How to make a salve

We share our best way how you can make your own herbal salve. Plus,...

How to make herbal oils

We share three methods how you can make your own herbal oils. Plus, our...

Medicine making with children: Recipes to try at home

Making herbal medicines is a great way to empower children with self-care knowledge. We...

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...

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

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

Getting the dose right

Getting the dosage right is key to a successful treatment. Here we will look...

How to make fire cider

Fire cider is a fantastic addition to any home apothecary. We explain what it...

How to make a herbal steam inhalation

We share our best way how you can make your own herbal steam inhalation....

How to make a herbal honey

We share our best way how you can make your own herbal honey. Plus,...

How to make a herbal cream

We share our best way how you can make your own herbal cream. Plus,...

How to make a herbal tincture

We share our best methods how you can make your own herbal tincture. Plus,...

Essential oils for restful sleep

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

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,...

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...

Essential oils for treating inflammation: An aromatherapist’s perspective

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

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