7 Naturals for Clear Skin

7 Naturals for Clear Skin

Aloe Vera Gel– We recognize this for the quick healer of burns for which it has been used for centuries. This is now the base for many skin care products because modern research finds that it is very effective helping heal skin problems and in treating acne along with decreasing and preventing scars and scar tissue. Effective internally and externally.

Lemongrass essential oil- The #1 essential choice for help with oily skin, this powerful yet wonderful smelling oil has antifungal and antibacterial properties. It dilates blood vessels, regenerates connective tissues and improves circulation.

Tea Tree essential oil (melaleuca)- powerful antifungal, antibacterial, antiviral properties which promote cleansing and purifying of skin acne and sores.

Lavender essential oil- used for burns and wounds because it heals and speeds tissue regeneration, this oil is also anti-inflammatory and combats excess sebum on skin among many other uses.

Palmarosa essential oil- Found to stimulate new skin cell growth and regulates sebum production in skin.  Used for skin and fungal infections. Side benefit: helps reduce stress, tension and nervous exhaustion!

Grapeseed oil- With 3 times the Vitamin E content as Olive oil, this oil has great skin healing ability.  Because it has small molecules, it soaks in quickly without being greasy or heavy on the skin.

Juniper essential oil- Good for purifying, detoxifying and nerve regeneration as well as fluid retention. It has antiseptic and cleansing properies; used for skin and liver problems.

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Burdock root uses for pain and skin

Burdock is quickly becoming one of my favorite herbs.  We took it initially for skin problems and I saw it working equally well helping clear up our older teenagers’ pimples as it did on helping my younger daughter’s extremely dry skin (to the point of eczema and dry scalp problems.) I then was requested to put it in a kidney tonic for some therapists and noticed how good it seemed to work for pain.  That led to more research on it’s inflammation reducing properies.  The more I find out about it and use it, the more I like this root.  Here are over 7 areas this amazing herb can be a help in:

Burdock Root is claimed to be one of (1) nature’s best blood cleansers and is helpful in not only ridding the body of dangerous toxins, but is a binder and expeller of heavy metals in the body. The root contains trace amounts of natural mercury, which makes it useful in mercury detoxification programs.

 It is an excellent (2) liver and kidney cleanser as well as helpful for the whole glandular system. Because it increases the flow of urine and promotes sweating, it is used today as a (3) diuretic.  It will help rid the body of excess water weight.

Burdock is also helpful in (4) reducing swelling and deposits in the joints. Therefore, it is commonly used to ease arthritis, rheumatism, sciatica, and lumbago (backaches).

It is helpful for most (5) skin conditions and is a major treatment for eczema, psoriasis, and even canker sores.  It is used externally and internally for skin solutions.  Because of its (6) high mineral and calcium content, people have also found it helpful for hair and nail growth.

Some people have also found it helpful for (7+) fatigue, nervous disorders and soothing hemorrhoids.

How to take:  Although it can be found in some external skin ointments the most common way to take this herb is internally in capsule form, available at your health food store (or buy bulk burdock powder and make your own).  You can also find this root fresh in some stores, generally in the fall, to prepare and add it to your own recipes.  Here are a few ideas:

To Process:  Chop the root fine in a food processor and add it into soups and stews.  It has a strong, not very pleasant taste, but can be disguised in good sauces or vinegars.  Any left over can be dried or placed chopped in a jar and covered with vinegar to keep for months in the refrigerator.  It can also be added to tea or made into it’s own decoction.  I generally like it better in combination with other herbs.

Recipe for Internal cleansing and Skin:  (Made into capsules)

1 part Burdock root powder

1 part Pau D’ Arco powder

1 part Black Walnut powder

1 part Slippery Elm Bark

1 part Chaparral powder

Found in:  At T’s Tonics, this herb can be found in our Pain Relief Tea, Pain Support Tonic, Strong Bone Tea and Kidney Tincture.

Skeeter Beater Time!

Skeeter Beater
beats mo-skeeters and more  This All Natural formula repels mosquitoes and other bugs, relieves bee and spider bites too!  

We were camping up in the Idaho mountains this last weekend and thoroughly tested and proved the Skeeter Beater again! The bugs up there are BIG and Tough but I came home without a bite. Yey! 
 Tested and proven effective at the high lakes of Central Oregon for the last 4 summers and proven on vicious bugs in the far off countries of Brazil, Belize, Tennessee, North Carolina and Uganda, Africa!  
Here's what some people are saying about T's Tonics Skeeter Beater:

 “The Skeeter Beater worked great in Africa!  I need two more bottles to share with friends.” -Lashae B.

 “I had a large spider bite and after I sprayed it the swelling and discomfort went right down.” –Tena F.

“The deet sprays others in our group brought weren’t working.  By the end of the trip everyone was using my Skeeter Beater.  I didn’t get one bite and I smelled great!”  -Jenay B.

"My teenage son, Conner, has been using this when his face breaks out and loves it.  It really helps his skin." -Teresa S.

Your skin will love it, the bugs won’t.  Use on bites, rashes, sunburns, and other skin conditions too!  Reapply every 2 hours. 

All organic ingredients:  Organic aloe vera, extra virgin olive oil, pure water, rosemary extract, organic witch hazel, vit. E oil, therapeutic grade essential oils of lemongrass, tea tree, geranium, eucalyptus, citronella, cedarwood, juniper, lavender, rosemary, eucalyptus blue and more. Guaranteed.  

 Hand blended in Powell Butte, OR by T’s Tonics. 

Soon to be available on-line but available now at local markets and stores: At the Beach store, downtown Bend, OR, Newport Market, Bend, OR, For all Seasons, Bend, OR, Central Oregon Locavore, Bend, OR, Schoolhouse Produce, Redmond, OR, Melvins, Sisters, OR, Book & Bean, Prineville, OR. Eagle Crest Tuesday Market, Sisters Friday Market, and Northwest Crossing Saturday Market.