Medicated oils
Join me as I explore the world of natural aromatics, the communities that bring them to us, the methods of working with them to sublimate their beauty.
How to make an oil extract of Frankincense-2 methods
There is a lot of interest in the healing compounds found in the different types of Frankincense. Notably, the the Boswellic acid family including AKBA which are ONLY found in Frankincense. With the right information these healing compounds can be incorporated in a broad range of cosmetic and therapeutic products in any kitchen.
How to prepare Winter Medicine with local Tree Resins
As we enter another winter here in the Northern hemisphere we brace ourselves for the onset of coughs, colds, flus and respiratory issues. Pine and Spruce resins share a long history of use around the world as decongestants, muscle relaxants, wound healers and relievers of musculoskeletal pain.
