Herbal Tinctures (Was killer cold remedy)

January 19, 2007

Since they are highly concentrated and medicinal are there safety

issues involved as with eo's? Susan

> Hi Susan,

>

> Herbal tinctures are also known as herbal " extracts " . They are the

herbs

> steeped for a period of time in a menstruum of either alcohol, vinegar

> or sometimes even glycerin. This extracts the medicinal properties of

> the herbs and also preserves them. They are highly concentrated and

> taken by drops (or ml's), internally, in most cases.

>

> *Smile*

> Chris (list mom)

>

January 19, 2007

Since they are highly concentrated and medicinal are there safety

issues involved as with eo's? Susan

[Dave:] You bet there are. When diluted in a solvent or carrier oil they

are mostly safe, but people should never make the mistake of thinking they

can just “pour it on” or, if a little is good a lot must be better.

Especially when used in products that stay on the skin, EOs should be used

with knowledge and respect.

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