Foot and Ankle Pain Relief Recipe- Herbal Salt Soak

All natural foot soak to relax sore muscle or tension / nerve pain / in the feet and ankles. This is a heavy duty recipe for things like circulation issues, severe pain, arthritis etc.

What you'll need:

• Cayenne oil (or infuse your own)


• Clove oil


• Epsom salts 


• Container for storage (airtight)

Cayenne is known to numb nerve and tension pains, as well as clove. Epsom salts will help pull out toxins and impurities. ~ This easy mixtures packs a punch of herbal healing! A word of caution though, with this recipe, a little goes a long way so please use sparingly.

You could also switch out the Epsom salts for Sea Salt, Dead Sea Salt, or Himalayan Pink Salt.

STEP 1: Pour your desired oils in the bottom of the container. I used my own mix of cayenne oil, about 10 drops of clove oil as well as a few drops of tea tree oil. A tsp full is plenty for a container this size. Cayenne is very strong.

STEP 2: Fill the container the rest of the way with Epsom salts. (with enough room left in the jar to shake the mixture together)

STEP 3: Shake, Shake, SHAKE!! ^_^ Until the salts are now a uniform colour and consistency.

So little steps, for SUCH a powerful foot soak!!

CAUTIONS & DIRECTIONS FOR USE: A little goes a long way with cayenne SO start small. Try adding 1 teaspoon of salts to your foot soaking bucket of hot water. Everyone has different levels of skin sensitivity. If it burns, rinse well with cool water immediately.

Be cautious of skin irritation, everyone reacts differently to everything.  

Be sure to wash hands after coming in contact with the spicy mixture. & you may even want to wash your feet after, especially if you have pets who like to lick your toes. You don't want them to burn their tongues. <3

HAPPY HEALING! ☮

If you feel you don't have the time to make this, you can also purchase it from my shop HERE.  ☮

I recommend Mountain Rose Herbs for all of your herbal healing needs. They have everything you need to complete this recipe.

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What do you use Cayenne for? Have you got any special remedies that you use for aching tootsies? I'd love for you to share with me in the comments below! <3

Infusing Your Own Oils ~ Herbal Oil Infusion.

Making your own infused oils isn't as difficult as you may think! I use so many different oils for so many different all natural remedies, I love to make (most) of my own. 

A FEW THINGS YOU MAY NEED: (depending on desired preparation)

• Your desired herbs /  flowers *Organic is best* (I like to use dried herbs to prevent bacteria from forming in oil) (You can also crush the herbs if you'd like - this sometimes helps to pull out the most from the herbs)
  


• Large Storage jar with an airtight lid for infusion (I like to use Mason jars for this)


• Smaller storage jars (or you can keep oil in the larger one)


• Carrier oil that your herbs will infuse into (some options are Virgin Olive, Sweet Almond, Grapeseed, Hemp etc. it is best to look up the different oils to see which is good for what. Extra Virgin Olive oil is least expensive and easiest to obtain but I've put together a bit of a list HERE on choosing a carrier oil that's best suited for what you're making)


• A fine mesh Strainer or Cheesecloth 


• Stove 


• Pan 


• Funnel

There are a few ways I do this. 

Natural or Sun Infusion. 

1. Put herbs you wish to infuse in a jar that has an airtight lid. (Mason / jam jars work well for this)


2. Fill the jar the rest of the way with your choice of oil (Or at least until the herbs are covered)


3. Seal the jar with an airtight lid or cork.


4. Leave the jar to brew on it's own, best in a sunny windowsill.


5. Shake jar every few days - checking the scent / strength of the oil, straining and replacing herbs if a more powerful strength is desired. Usually allowing to brew 1-2 weeks or more.


6. Strain using cheesecloth or a fine screen strainer & store in jar.


7. Store in a dark cool place / in a dark bottle or depending - in the fridge.

Fast Infusion  - Double Boiler / Heating Method

BE CAREFUL & USE OVEN MITTS IF HANDLING JAR!

1. Put herbs you wish to infuse in a jar that has an airtight lid. (Mason / jam jars work well for this)


2. Fill the jar the rest of the way with your choice of oil (or at least until the herbs are covered)


3. Place the jar in a pan filled a quarter of the way full of water and turn on low - medium heat. (I leave mine somewhere between low & medium and I let it infuse for an hour - 2 hours or so. (I leave the lid off) Don't boil, and don't heat the glass up too hot as the jar may burst. 


4. Stir every few minutes. Be sure not to allow the water to get into the oil. 


5. Allow to cool,


6. Strain out herbs using cheesecloth or a very fine strainer.


7. Store in jars, either dark coloured or store in a cool dark place or in the fridge.

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I recommend Mountain Rose Herbs & Starwest Botanicals for all of your herbal healing needs!

HAPPY INFUSING! ~ <3

Have you got any tips or tricks about infusing your own oils? Or even different blends you like to make? I'd love for you to share with me in the comments below!

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Clove Tooth Pain Relief ~ Earthy Orajel.

Earthy Orajel.  For tooth pain, gum pain, teething babies, & loose teeth.

I know all about how disturbing tooth pain can be, so I decided to list something that I've used for ages.

Clove is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, reduces swelling & numbs pain.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: 

• Coconut Oil - which is also anti-fungal, anti-bacterial (or your choice of carrier oil) You could also use Fractionated Coconut oil if you'd like to keep this as a liquid oil (easier to apply)


• Clove Oil (Clove Bud oil)  Analgesic, antibacterial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antiseptic, antiviral,  This oil is usually associated with dental preparations due to its analgesic properties. Clove also has a long history in Chinese medicine. - Mountain Rose Herbs

Depending on batch size you're making will depend on how much of each you will need. Choose your container, or containers you will store it in, and go from there.

Typically you will need 5 or so drops of clove oil to about 4 teaspoons of coconut oil. (or your choice of carrier oil) (also dependent on how concentrated your oil is.) I like to use Mountain Rose Herbs or dōTERRA's clove bud oil. Very little is needed to get the job done.

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• Use a double boiler (A mason jar works well for this, fill a pan half way with water and place the mason jar into the water - don't let the water get into the jar) (I use a melting pot instead)


• Turn the heat medium / low.


• Put your coconut oil into the jar & allow for it to melt thoroughly. Stirring occasionally.


• Remove from heat and add clove oils

Test the mixture to make sure its not too strong. *Always test on yourself before using on children or babies & dilute further with more carrier oil.  

Store in airtight container. 

To use: easiest to apply precisely with a q-tip. dip into oil and apply directly to painful gums / teeth. Try to only put it in needed place as it is very
numbing.

Remember, coconut oil is solid at room temperature,  you can either use it as it is or warm it up a bit by running warm water on the container.

You can also further dilute the mixture and use it as a toothpaste for sensitive gums. You could also mix it into our Fluoride Free Toothpaste.

Or, if you don't feel like making this, you can purchase it from my shop HERE
There are 2 versions listed, one for adults, one for children.

HAPPY HEALING! 

Please remember, my advice should not be replaced by your medical practitioner. I recommend Mountain Rose Herbs for all of your herbal healing needs!
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What do you use clove oil for?

Healing Steam - Cough, Cold, & Stuffed up Noses.

All natural relief from colds, flu, sinus infection, & congested nose. A super quick & easy steam to help alleviate symptoms.

 

What you'll need (& I will post both ways to create this) :

Method #1

• A large bowl


• Boiled water


• Peppermint / Peppermint oil


• Camphor oil


• Eucalyptus / Eucalyptus oil

OR if you don't have these ingredients laying about the house then an easy alternative is:

Method #2

• A large bowl


• boiled water


• Peppermint tea bag (I've use Tetley Pure Peppermint)  


• Vicks® VapoRub®

 

*Please* be sure, your bowl is safe for boiled water, if it's not then only heat the water until it's steaming.

Method #1 

Put about 5 drops of each oil in the bottom of the bowl, pour in the steaming water, mix, then with a towel over your head to create a 'tent', hover over the bowl inhaling the steam. (be sure the steam isn't so hot that it may burn your face) I like to keep my eyes closed because the camphor and peppermint can make them water.

Method #2

Rub some Vicks® VapoRub® around the bottom of the bowl, toss in a peppermint tea bag and add the steaming water. Then with a towel over your head to create a 'tent', hover over the bowl inhaling the steam. (be sure the steam isn't so hot that it may burn your face) I like to keep my eyes closed because the camphor and peppermint can make them water.

HAPPY HEALING. 

Remember, my advice is not intended to replace that of your medical practitioner, always seek professional medical advice if you are very ill.

Do you do any herbal steams? I'd love for you to share with me in the comments below. I'll add some more herbal steams soon!