Posted by: Eliel« on: October 28, 2017, 01:15:00 PM »visitors can't see pics , please register or login *OOC Note: It's sometimes hard to determine the medieval equivalent of things. I try to keep in mind historical and technological restraints in materials, processes and general medical knowledge. If you would like a better understanding of anything listed here, just ask.Balms & Salves Headache Balm Blend of Frankincense, Peppermint, Spearmint, Lavender and Basil For use, apply a small amount to the back of the neck and temples to ease tension. Sleep Balm Infused with Vetiver, Chamomile, Ylang-Ylang, Bergamot and Sweet Marjoram For use, apply to pulse points, upper chest and soles of feet before bed. Nourishing Balm A propriety blend of tree nut butters and oils for the skin. Can be used to treat skin conditions and heal/nourish chapped, flaking, or dried skin. Hair/Fur Growth Salve Blend of Rosemary, Lavender, Peppermint, Aloe, Olive, and Coconut oils Relieves dryness, itching and flaking of scalp/skin and promotes hair/fur growth. Burn Salve Infused oils of St. John's Wort, Comfrey, Burdock, Calendula, Sea Buckthorn For treatment of minor burns and skin irritations. Healing Salve Blend of Bee Balm, Marygold (Calendula), Lavender, Basil and Honey For the treatment of small cuts, scrapes, bruises and irritations. Comfrey Salve Comfrey oil, honey, beeswax. Aids in healing of broken bones. Soothes bumps and bruises. Black Drawing Salve Pine Tar, Charcoal, oils and beeswax. For splinters, bites and boils. Also soothing for some skin conditions. Infusions & Tinctures Good Health Tincture Elderberries, Echinacea, Thyme steeped in vodka A few drops on the tongue daily to ward off illness. At the onset of symptoms, take a spoonful every half hour. Nausea Tincture Ginger Root steeped in vodka A few drops on the tongue at onset of nausea. Use more as needed. Milk of the Poppy Use with caution. For pain relief and inducing long sleep [anesthesia] Tea Blends Calm Mind Lemon Balm, Chamomile, Lavender, Catnip ProperTeas: Mild sedative; calms nerves [nervous system] and mind [stress and anxiety]. Aids in digestion. Also beneficial for inducing sleep. Pregnancy Tea Raspberry Leaf, Alfalfa, Nettle, Chamomile, Spearmint, Rose Hips ProperTeas: During and after pregnancy. Nourish mom and baby [vitamins and minerals]. Reduce nausea. Headache Ease Ginger Root, Passionflower, Skullcap, Feverfew, Lemon Balm, Chamomile ProperTeas: Mild sedative; calms nerves and mind [nervous system, stress, anxiety]. Reduces inflammation. For chronic headache conditions, drink regularly to prevent onset. Relax Rose Hips, Elderberries, Nettle, Hibiscus, Lemon Balm ProperTeas: Calms the body and helps it adapt to stressors and ward off illness. Breath of Life Mullein, Elecampane, Marshmallow, Calendula, Echinacea, Chamomile, Ginger Root ProperTeas: Ease respiratory distress. [asthma, allergies and as an expectorant] Basics Fresh & Dried Herbs Infused Herbal Oils, Honeys and Vinegars Distilled Herbal Essence Oils Pigments, Stains & Dyes Honey Beeswax Candles |