How to Use Herbal Extracts, Teas & Salves

Herbal Preparations for Everyday Use

Herbal remedies come in many forms — each with its own strengths, uses, and energy. Whether you're looking for fast support, gentle daily care, or topical nourishment, here's how to know what works best for you:

🌿 Extracts

Extracts are concentrated liquid preparations made by soaking herbs in alcohol or glycerin. They're fast-acting, shelf-stable, and easy to take — just a few drops in water or directly under the tongue.

• Potency: Strongest internal support
• Best for: Quick absorption, daily support, precise dosing
• Shelf life: 3–5 years (especially if alcohol-based)

🌼 Teas

Herbal teas offer a gentle and nourishing way to receive plant medicine. Steeping herbs in hot water releases their constituents slowly and allows for a deeper connection to the ritual of healing.

• Potency: Mild to moderate
• Best for: Daily hydration, long-term tonic support, digestion
• Shelf life: Dried herbs: 6–12 months if stored well

🌸 Salves & Oils

Salves and infused oils are for external use — applied directly to the skin to soothe, protect, or nourish tissues. They're often used for muscle tension, skin repair, inflammation, and minor wounds.

• Potency: Topical, localized effect
• Best for: Skin issues, sore muscles, external inflammation
• Shelf life: 6–12 months depending on ingredients and storage

Need help choosing? Let your body guide you — or reach out if you need personal recommendations. Every form has its place, and sometimes the gentlest remedy is the most powerful.