Simple to make, herbal liniments are a great element for any home first aid cabinet!
Liniments can be formulated to warm or cool. Warming herbs like black pepper, cayenne, or ginger can be added to help support normal blood circulation and assist with everyday stiffness. Herbs like peppermint or menthol crystals are useful for general cooling.
This recipe provides the basic guidelines for making herbal liniments and is completely customizable.
Ingredients
When properly stored in a cool dark place, the liniment will keep almost indefinitely.
To use: gently rub onto skin and allow to evaporate. Be careful not to rub too hard or vigorously as this can cause irritation.
Note: Rubbing alcohol is typically used to make liniments because it extracts the herbal constituents and rapidly penetrates and evaporates from the skin. You could also use Vodka, Witch Hazel Extract, or Vinegar as a solvent. Basically, you’ll need a menstruum to extract the properties of the herbs which will absorb quickly and deeply to penetrate skin. If alcohol alone is too harsh or drying on your skin, try mixing it with Witch Hazel Extract or Vinegar until you find a medium that works for you.
Available in Rosemary Gladstar’s book Medicinal Herbs: A Beginners Guide, this very old and strong recipe was first published by the famous herbalist Dr. Jethro Kloss in his classic book Back to Eden in 1939. Kloss's liniment is useful for helping occasional sore muscles. Instead of Goldenseal, you can also substitute Chaparral or Oregon Grape Root.
Ingredients
Directions
For more information, watch our video on making herbal liniments: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDVzYK96l4Y
Step by step recipe and instructions for making Kloss’s Liniment from LearningHerbs.com: http://www.learningherbs.com/news_issue_13.html
Topics: Natural Body Care, Herbalism
Irene's extensive experience with herbal products and DIY recipes goes back to 1997, and since 2012 she’s owned her own skincare business, Fawn Lily Botanica, where she specializes in botanical-based facial care products. Irene’s recipes have been featured in local and national publications including the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA) Journal, Amaze Magazine, Willow and Sage magazine, MaryJanesFarm Magazine and Newsletter, Earth First Journal, Farming Magazine, Eugene Magazine, and the Eugene Weekly. Irene also served as a member of the Board of Directors for nonprofit Cascadia Wildands from 2013-2016.
Simple to make, herbal liniments are a great element for any home first aid cabinet!
Liniments can be formulated to warm or cool. Warming herbs like black pepper, cayenne, or ginger can be added to help support normal blood circulation and assist with everyday stiffness. Herbs like peppermint or menthol crystals are useful for general cooling.
This recipe provides the basic guidelines for making herbal liniments and is completely customizable.
Ingredients
When properly stored in a cool dark place, the liniment will keep almost indefinitely.
To use: gently rub onto skin and allow to evaporate. Be careful not to rub too hard or vigorously as this can cause irritation.
Note: Rubbing alcohol is typically used to make liniments because it extracts the herbal constituents and rapidly penetrates and evaporates from the skin. You could also use Vodka, Witch Hazel Extract, or Vinegar as a solvent. Basically, you’ll need a menstruum to extract the properties of the herbs which will absorb quickly and deeply to penetrate skin. If alcohol alone is too harsh or drying on your skin, try mixing it with Witch Hazel Extract or Vinegar until you find a medium that works for you.
Available in Rosemary Gladstar’s book Medicinal Herbs: A Beginners Guide, this very old and strong recipe was first published by the famous herbalist Dr. Jethro Kloss in his classic book Back to Eden in 1939. Kloss's liniment is useful for helping occasional sore muscles. Instead of Goldenseal, you can also substitute Chaparral or Oregon Grape Root.
Ingredients
Directions
For more information, watch our video on making herbal liniments: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDVzYK96l4Y
Step by step recipe and instructions for making Kloss’s Liniment from LearningHerbs.com: http://www.learningherbs.com/news_issue_13.html
Topics: Natural Body Care, Herbalism
Irene's extensive experience with herbal products and DIY recipes goes back to 1997, and since 2012 she’s owned her own skincare business, Fawn Lily Botanica, where she specializes in botanical-based facial care products. Irene’s recipes have been featured in local and national publications including the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA) Journal, Amaze Magazine, Willow and Sage magazine, MaryJanesFarm Magazine and Newsletter, Earth First Journal, Farming Magazine, Eugene Magazine, and the Eugene Weekly. Irene also served as a member of the Board of Directors for nonprofit Cascadia Wildands from 2013-2016.
