Brain Tonic Tincture
Rosemary Gladstar
*recommended daily dose: 1/2 - 1 teaspoon of tincture diluted in 1/4 cup warm water, juice, or tea 3x’s daily for 2-3 months.
2 parts ginkgo leaf
2 parts gotu kola
1 part peppermint
1 part rhodiola (optional)
1/2 part rosemary
brandy or vodka (80 proof)
Combine all ingredients in a jar. Fill jar with brandy or vodka. Make sure the herbs are fully covered. I like to place a square of parchment paper over the mouth of the jar and then place the lid on. Label the jar with the ingredients and the date. Let sit a cool dark place for 6 weeks. Strain and pour into another bottle.
Herbal Baths for Children
*this is inspiration and ideas more than an actual recipe for children during cold and flu season. most children love bath time. when they are sick, baths can be very helpful to soothe your ailing child.
Herbal baths can be helpful for a number of conditions depending on the herbs used in the bathwater. Chamomile and lavender baths can work wonders for anxious children, soothing and calming them.
When a child has respiratory congestion from a cold, a warm bath of eucalyptus and/or thyme can help clear the congestion.
To make an herbal bath, prepare a quart of strong herbal infusion using 2-3xs the amount of herbs would normally use, strain, and add the liquid to the bathwater.
Have your child soak in the bathwater for at least 30 mins to enjoy the full benefits of the soak.
Lavender Deodorant for Sensitive Skin
*this gentle yet effective lavender deodorant goes on smoothly. the shea butter makes it a bit sticky, but its fine to apply it with your fingers.
2 tbsp (1fl oz) coconut oil
1 tbsp beeswax
1 tbsp shea butter
2 tbsp bentonite clay
1 tbsp baking soda
15 drops lavender essential oil
Directions: combine all the oils in a double boiler over low heat and heat until completely melted. Turn off the heat and stir in clay and baking soda. Add essential oil. Mix well. Pour into container of choice and let cool completely before capping. make sure that you label it. It can be stored in a dark place for up to one year.
