Brush your teeth with dirt they say… it’s good for them! Hum, dirt = clean, now that’s a thought. When I first told people I make my own toothpaste they were surprised. Then I told them I now brush my teeth with dirt, oh they loved that one! Sometimes people think it’s cool but most…
Skin and Beauty
Spicy Chocolate Headache Paste
Do you suffer from headaches? Yes? Me too. I have been there more times than I can count. When we get headaches it is a natural response to pop a pill a move on with the day. Unfortunately, pain pills aren’t great for your body. If you are anything like me you can’t continue on…
6 Easy Steps to Make an Herbal Tincture
What if I told you that you could heal your family naturally and save money at the same time? Making your own tincture may seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. If you follow these 6 easy steps to make an herbal tincture you will see how simple it really is. Have you ever…
How to Build an Herbal Medicine Cupboard
I am happy to have my dear friend Serafina who is the author of A Gypsy Herbal sharing with you all today. I hope you learn a bit about how to build an herbal medicine cupboard. Remember when I wrote about my herbal medicine chest? I ended then with the mention of the herbal remedies…
How to Make a Simple Arnica Tincture
I have a well stocked herbal medicine cabinet. Echinacea, elder flowers and plantain are some of my go to herbs. Another staple is arnica. Arnica is know for it’s ability to promote healing for bruises and sprains. It is also used on the skin to sooth and heal after trauma to the body. Arnica however…