Herbs and it’s Topical Uses

Herbs and it’s Topical Uses

There are hundreds of reason to use a topical herbal treatment, and they are very effective, with consultation the Natural Health Practitioner cause get to the root cause of the issue.  Here is a short list of herbs used for different reasons. 

• Wounds – Calendula, Chamomile, Chickweed, Comfrey, Echinacea root, Golden seal, Horsetail, Mullein, Myrrh, Propolis, Witch hazel leaf.
• Varicose veins and Haemorrhoids – Witch hazel, Horsechestnut blended with aqueous cream base.
• Calendula for pain reduction
• Mastitis Topical Cream – Poke Root, Calendula (low alcohol) check with professional before using.
• Shingles Topical Cream – Cayenne, Lemon Balm, Licorice, Thuja
• Anti-itch (antipruritic) – Chickweed, Kava, Peppermint, I like some red clover too.
• Cold sore creams – Myrrh, Lemon balm, Thuja
• School scores – Golden seal, Myrrh, Propolis.
• Poultices for bruising/swelling/pain – Comfrey poultices, I have found this particularly good for cracked ribs, messy but effective.
• Poultices for boils – old remedy passed on through my grandmother raw sugar/sunlight soap, slight paste made with water apply, I can add herbs depending on antibacterial/antiviral/antiparasitic this will draw out the infection from the boil.

Don’t see your condition on this list, then book with me and together we will find a blend to bring relief to your symptoms made just for you.