Healing Salve or Oil
All purpose healing salve. Good for injuries like bruises, insect bites, sprains, etc. The Comfrey promotes general healing of the body. Calendula soothes the skin. Lemon balm, Lavender, Plaintain, St Johns Wort add anti-microbial, anti-viral, and other healing properties. Not for use on open wounds.
Dosage:: Use as needed, either directly on the skin or on a bandage the is placed over the injury.
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Preparations:
Oil
Salve
Addressing Ailments
Bee Stings
Bruises
Burns
Cuts
Eczema
Infection
Insect Bites
Itching
Joints
Aches and pains in the joints
Poison Ivy/Oak
Psoriasis
Skin Rash
Sores
A sore is a broken patch of skin or lesion.
Sprains
Stings
Wounds
Parts
Herbs
Action
2.00
Calendula (Calendus Officinalis)
Calendula ( Calendus Officinalis)
Commonly used topically to speed tissue healing after injuries, burns, and bruises. Extremely useful for dry skin, eczema, psoriasis, and hemorrhoids. Can ease pain on minor injuries as well. Internally for gastrointestinal inflammation, gastritis, colitis, and is almost specific for Chohn's disease.
Internally, not for use during pregnancy. Topically completely safe.
Energetics::
Constricting
Increase the tone or tension within muscles and other tissues; stop excess flow and secretion. tone up tissues that have become overly relaxed or weak or leaking or secreting fluids such as blood or mucus
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Drying
Remove excess fluid from tissue, causing it to become more firm and dense, relieve conditions of dampness and sweling.
Warming
Stimlate or speed up metabolism; increase energy production and warmth; bring blow flow and vitality to tissues that are pale and cool
Properties::
Astringent
Constriction / knitting together of body tissues - good to reduce chronic inflammation of the bowels.
Vulnerary
Treats wounds
Anti-Inflammatory
Helps control inflammation
Antimicrobial
Stimulates positive cellular forces (white blood cells). destroys germs
Emollient
Softens and soothes the skin
Ailments::
Bruises
Burns
Colitis
Crohns
Crohn's disease is an inflammatory bowel disease that causes chronic inflammation of the GI tract
Eczema
Gastrics
Episodes of stomach discomfort (usually after eating) sometimes associated with nausea and/or vomiting
Gastrointestinal
Ailments linked to the digestive system, including the throat, stomach and intestines.
Hemorrhoids
Itching
Psoriasis
Skin Problems
Ulcers
Wounds
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Integumentary
Immune
Key
The primary action desired for the formula. Can be the action of the herb or an affinity the herb has for particular organs or systems.
2.00
Comfrey (Symphytum officinale)
Comfrey ( Symphytum officinale)
A perennial herb with hairy leaves and bell-shaped flowers, historically used topically to promote wound healing and internally for its purported bone-healing properties.
Internal use caution: Contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids which may be toxic to the liver; limited internal use advised.
Energetics::
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Moistening
Increase moisture content of tissues: lubricate and soften dry, brittle or hardened tissues
Properties::
Demulcent
Vulnerary
Treats wounds
Anti-Inflammatory
Helps control inflammation
Astringent
Constriction / knitting together of body tissues - good to reduce chronic inflammation of the bowels.
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Connective Tissue
Skin
Respiratory
Key
The primary action desired for the formula. Can be the action of the herb or an affinity the herb has for particular organs or systems.
1.00
Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)
Lemon Balm ( Melissa officinalis)
Lemon balm is known for its calming effects and is often used to reduce stress and promote relaxation.
May cause mild sedation in some individuals.
Energetics::
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Slightly Relaxing
Slightly - relax muscle cramps and spasmsl relieving excess tension in the tisues. promotes easier flow and movement and can help increse deficient secretion.
Properties::
Anti-Depressant
Helps prevent, cure or alleviate mental depression
Antiseptic
Removes toxins from the body and waste accumulations such as pus. prevent the growth of disease-causing microorganisms
Antithyrotropic
That which counters thyrotropin activity, as in anti-thyrotropin antibodies
Antiviral
Opposes the action of a virus
Aromatic
Pleasant and distinctive smell
Carminative
Relieve gas by suppressing the formation of gas in the intestines and promoting expulsion of gas.
Diaphoretic
Induce sweating
Nervine
Calm the body, mind, spirit. fortify frayed nerve endings that result from chronic stress and unrest.
Calming
To stop feelings of upset, anger, or excitement.
Sedative
Exerts soothing, tranquilizing effect
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Nervous System
Neurological
Digestive
Supporting
Support or enhance actions of the key herbs. Also can be used to fill in effects wanted for the formula .
1.00
Plantain (Plantago major)
Plantain ( Plantago major)
A perennial herb with broad leaves, traditionally used for its soothing properties, particularly for skin irritations and respiratory conditions.
Energetics::
Moistening
Increase moisture content of tissues: lubricate and soften dry, brittle or hardened tissues
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Slightly Constricting
Slightly - increase the tone or tension within muscles and other tissues; stop excess flow and secretion. tone up tissues that have become overly relaxed or weak or leaking or secreting fluids such as blood or mucus
Properties::
Antiseptic
Removes toxins from the body and waste accumulations such as pus. prevent the growth of disease-causing microorganisms
Antivenomous
Treat certain venomous bites and stings
Astringent
Constriction / knitting together of body tissues - good to reduce chronic inflammation of the bowels.
Decongestant
Removes mucus congeston
Demulcent (Mucilant)
Relieve inflammation or irritation of tissues: gastrointestinal and respiratory tracts. good for coughs or pain from breathing
Drawing
Cause blood or pus to localize at one point, increase tension in tissues
Emollient
Softens and soothes the skin
Vulnerary
Treats wounds
Demulcent
Expectorant
Facilitates removal or secretions and phlegm
Antimicrobial
Stimulates positive cellular forces (white blood cells). destroys germs
Anti-Inflammatory
Helps control inflammation
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Respiratory
Digestive
Integumentary
Supporting
Support or enhance actions of the key herbs. Also can be used to fill in effects wanted for the formula .
1.00
St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum)
St. John's Wort ( Hypericum perforatum)
St. John's Wort is commonly used to treat mild to moderate depression and anxiety.
May interact with certain medications.
Energetics::
Warming
Stimlate or speed up metabolism; increase energy production and warmth; bring blow flow and vitality to tissues that are pale and cool
Relaxing
Relax muscle cramps and spasms, relieving excess tension in the tisues. promotes easier flow and movement and can help increse deficient secretion.
Neutral
Neither warm nor cold; do not have a strong effect on circulation or cellular metabolism
Slightly Warming
Slightly - Stimlate or speed up metabolism; increase energy production and warmth; bring blow flow and vitality to tissues that are pale and cool
Properties::
Alterative
Gradually restoring healthy bodily functions - slow working, increase assimilation of nutrients.
Astringent
Constriction / knitting together of body tissues - good to reduce chronic inflammation of the bowels.
Diuretic
Increase urine excretion
Nervine
Calm the body, mind, spirit. fortify frayed nerve endings that result from chronic stress and unrest.
Vulnerary
Treats wounds
Antidepressant
Anxiolytic
Anti-Inflammatory
Helps control inflammation
Antimicrobial
Stimulates positive cellular forces (white blood cells). destroys germs
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Nervous System
Nervous
Integumentary
Supporting
Support or enhance actions of the key herbs. Also can be used to fill in effects wanted for the formula .
1.00
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)
Lavender ( Lavandula angustifolia)
Lavender is prized for its soothing aroma and calming effects. It is commonly used to promote relaxation and relieve stress and anxiety.
May cause skin irritation in some individuals.
Energetics::
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Properties::
Sedative
Exerts soothing, tranquilizing effect
Calming
To stop feelings of upset, anger, or excitement.
Antidepressant
Antimicrobial
Stimulates positive cellular forces (white blood cells). destroys germs
Anxiolytic
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Nervous System
Neurological
Supporting
Support or enhance actions of the key herbs. Also can be used to fill in effects wanted for the formula .