Category Archives: Herbalism

Rash Soother

Posted on August 31, 2010 by The Garden Goblin

Gentle unscented and uncolored lotion 1/2 tsp chamomile tincture 1/2 tsp evening primrose oil 4 drops stinging nettle tincture Mix the tinctures and oil together.  Mix with an equal part of the lotion.  Spread on the skin and wash off … Continue reading →

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Aromatherapy

Posted on August 26, 2010 by The Garden Goblin

Please don’t assume anything here is the gospel truth. Herbs are medicine and should be treated with respect. Ailment Suggested Oils Allergies: Blue Tansy, Amni Visnaga, German and Roman Chamomile, Helichrysum Lavender, Yarrow Asthma: Prevention: Blue Tansy, Amni Visnaga. Treatment: … Continue reading →

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Face Care

Posted on August 5, 2010 by The Garden Goblin

Natural Cold Cream 1/2-cup sweet almond oil 5-tablespoon water or rosewater 2 tablespoon melted beeswax 1/4 tsp borax Mix the wax and oil in a double boiler until they are melted together evenly. In a separate saucepan on medium setting, … Continue reading →

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Skin Care

Posted on July 26, 2010 by The Garden Goblin

Soothing Cucumber and Aloe 2-tbls aloe vera gel 1 cucumber, peeled 2-tbls apricot kernel oil 1-tbls coconut oil 4 tbls melted beeswax 1 tsp honey Puree cucumber and strain out the liquid.  Add the aloe vera gel and mix well.  … Continue reading →

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Bath Potions

Posted on July 26, 2010 by The Garden Goblin

Moisturizing Bubble Bath 1/2-cup soap flakes 1 cup boiling water 3 tbls sweet almond oil 5 drops essential oil of choice (optional) Dissolve the soap flakes in the boiling water, stirring gently.  Immediately add the almond oil, and then add … Continue reading →

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