NaturalMedications

For dry or chapped skin

1 cup dried rose petals

1/2 cup dried lavender flowers

For acne or eczema

1 cup dried chamomile flowers

1/2 cup dried lavender flowers

For poor circulation

1 cup dried rosemary leaves

1/2 cup dried chamomile flowers

For muscle aches and stiff joints

1/2 cup dried lemon-balm leaves

1/2 cup dried rosemary leaves

1/4 cup dried chamomile flowers

For colds and congestion

1/2 cup dried thyme leaves

1 cup dried sage leaves

1/4 cup dried rosemary leaves

1. Place the blend in the center of a 12-inch by 24-inch

cheesecloth, folded in half to make a 12-inch square piece. Tie the cloths ends together, using a rubber band to secure. Place the sachet in a 2-qt. pot (not aluminum or copper), and add 1 1/2 qt/ of boiling water. Cover, steep for 1/2 hour.

2. Add the infusion and the cheesecloth bag to the bathwater.

Gently squeeze the sachet from time to time.

Tea-Bag Bath

If you do not have dried herbs on hand, you can use tea bags

containing appropriate herbs, such as chamomile or peppermint. Pour 1 qt. of boiling water over 6 tea bags; steep and cover for 30 minutes. Add the tea and the tea bags to the bathwater.

Proper Storage

Store dried herbs in dark glass jars with airtight lids away

from moisture, sunlight and heat in order to keep the fragrance and the essential oils from dissipating. Label the bottles with the name and date. Use the herbs within 1 year.