From our list of herbs and spices, the following are recommended for Skin Conditions:
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- Aloe Vera Leaf
- Barley Grass
- Black Walnut Hull
- Boswellia
- Burdock Root
- Calendula
- Cayenne
- Chamomile
- Chlorella Internal
- Dandelion Root
- Echinacea Angustifolia
- Echinacea Purpurea
- Gotu Kola
- Kelp
- Konjac Root Glucomannan
- Milk Thistle
- Olive Leaf
- Oregon Grape Root
- Red Clover
- Sarsaparilla
- Sheep Sorrel
- Watercress
- Witch Hazel
- Yellow Dock Root
Natural Cures and Remedies for Skin Conditions
This herb is a general soother for inflamed skin conditions, for instance eczema. It also enhances the natural ability of the skin to heal. It is a very gentle herb that is suitable for people with multiple allergies.
Poultices and fomentations are suitable for strains, sprains, cuts, stings, burns, skin conditions, abscesses, and pain. Depending on the problem, I typically recommend using one or the other for 10 to 30 minutes at a time. I’ve found it helpful in some cases to apply gentle heat over the herbs or saturated cloth. When possible, combining an external treatment such as these with an internal treatment is your best approach to healing.
Aloe Vera Leaf, Barley Grass, Black Walnut Hull, Boswellia, Burdock Root, Calendula, Cayenne, Chamomile, Chlorella Internal, Dandelion Root, Echinacea Angustifolia, Echinacea Purpurea, Gotu Kola, Kelp, Konjac Root Glucomannan, Milk Thistle, Olive Leaf, Oregon Grape Root, Red Clover, Sarsaparilla, Sheep Sorrel, Watercress, Witch Hazel, Yellow Dock Root
Relieves hot conditions Sorrel relieves hot condi-tions, reducing symptoms of excessive thirst, fever, or inflammatory conditions due to pathology. Relieves skin afflictions Many skin conditions are hot in nature, such as boils and carbuncles. An external application of tincture or plant poultice is often helpful to pull out the driving cause of such complaints. When combined with vinegar, sorrel makes a wonderful treatment for ringworm. Treats jaundice Taken internally, it has been help-ful for treating transient jaundice. Contraindications e presence of oxalic acid
Specifically, celiac disease significantly increases the risk of a skin condition known as dermatitis herpetiformus, gastroesophageal reflux disorder, iron-deficiency anemia, irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, osteoporosis, and thyroid disease.
detoxification for the body, along with clearing skin conditions and balancing the hormones. Supports the lymph system is cleaning e?ect is also thought to support the lymph system and the gut, clearing toxins and unhealthy bacterial col-onies that may be present. Sixty percent of your immune system resides in the lining of the gut, hence the need to support and nourish the lining. Matthew Wood (2008) states that elecampane has shown a?nity for the lymphatics in reducing chronic swollen cervical glands. Contraindications Should not be taken during pregnancy.
Aloe Vera Leaf
Barley Grass
Black Walnut Hull
Boswellia
Burdock Root
Calendula
Cayenne
Chamomile
Chlorella Internal
Dandelion Root
Echinacea Angustifolia
Echinacea Purpurea
Gotu Kola
Kelp
Konjac Root Glucomannan
Milk Thistle
Olive Leaf
Oregon Grape Root
Red Clover
Sarsaparilla
Sheep Sorrel
Watercress
Witch Hazel
Yellow Dock Root
Creams and ointments are used mainly for skin conditions, and for muscle and joint aches. Herbalists make their own creams that combine base creams with tinctures, essential oils, infused oils, aromatic waters and infusions. Nowadays you can easily get hold of good-quality herbal creams, but if you want to make your own, refer to Chapter 26.