Questions about formulas and how to use them.
You will want to talk to our staff herbalist, Lily. She makes custom formulas for people from things that they request or from a consultation she has with you based on her assessment. Book a consultation or request a custom blend from her directly. H
Berry Blast and Fire Cider are examples of this product category. In the case of Berry Blast, Seasonal Tonics from our CSH box, and Fire Cider- you can take one dose daily to prevent illness and stay well, or take more, if you are indeed ill. Adults
Tinctures are our herbalist's favorite way to take herbal medicine. It's portable, you take less than if you were taking tea as your remedy, and they last a long time (a worthy investment!) Those avoiding alcohol can let it evaporate in a cup of stea
Haven tisanes come in airtight tins and are filled by volume. Weights range between 2 oz. and 5 oz. depending on their weight of the botanicals. Tinned tisanes come with a reusable cloth infuser bag inside. Each tin makes approximately 30 individual
Aromatherapy, or the therapeutic use of essential oils, is powerful. So powerful in fact, it can harm you if you do not use them safely and properly. If it is powerful enough to heal, it can also harm. Not all oils are safe for children, infants, imm
Salves and Balm are topical remedies for specific conditions. You should know that topicals never cure a problem (psoriasis, for example, is an auto-immune disease that requires internal treatments and lifestyle changes), they only treat symptoms and
We have two kinds of suppositories at Haven:. Beat the Yeastie Beastie (for vaginal yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis) and Bum Candy (for hemmorrhoids/piles). Each kit works the same way:. 1. Insert the suppository with your fingers before bed
Our sunscreen (Beau Soleil) is a simple formula with no extra chemicals or fragrances added. Since we eschew shelf stabilizers, homogenizers, and other endocrine-disrupting chemicals, some separation may eventually occur in a natural lotion such as t
These are safe topical formulations that reduce friction and chafing. Ours are a combination of starch for glide and clay for absorbency. We have two formulas:Baby/Body is gentle and safe for even infantsAnti-Funk is fantastic for feet or shoes or an
This article is about Character (our scar and wrinkle serum). Character is a serum that works to reduce the appearance of scars and wrinkles. You can use it up to 6 times a day, or a simple moisture boost after cleansing. Intended for topical use on
We have three lozenges, Chill Pills, Rocket Fuel, and Sad Throat. All are meant to be used the same way. Take one at a time, and suck on the lozenge until it disappears. Chewing reduces the effectiveness and your exposure to the plants and their heal
Cleansers:. Daily Cleanse: An exfoliant gentle enough to use every day. Simply take a quarter sized amount into your palm, moisten with water, yogurt, or other desired liquid to form a paste, and rub to wash and exfoliate face. Rinse well and apply t
We have several unique products for a healthy mouth. (All have been approved by a holistic dentist from Columbus!). Black and White: Our tooth whitening formula. A tooth powder is used by wetting your brush, adding the powder on top, and brushing as
Blood Stop is a powder that should be kept dry and out of direct heat and light to stay potent. It is used on cuts and other open wounds to prevent infection, stop bleeding, and create a barrier (excellent for puncture wounds and animal attacks- as b
We have several botanical infused oils:Earache Oil, Lymphatic Massage Oil, Mittleschmerz Oil, and Teething/Toothache Oil. Earache Oil: Never use earache oil in an ear canal with a ruptured eardrum. Earache Oil can be used in a couple of ways:. 1. As
A tincture is an extract that uses alcohol (and possibly water) as its solvents. Most of our tinctures are 100 proof (50% ethanol, 50% water). We make most of our formulas as tinctures, because this combination of solvents gets out the most constitue
Turmeric Tea Paste, (or TTP, as we call oit around here) is a great shortcut to getting activated Turmeric into your body regularly. With it, you can make delicious golden milk in 5 minutes. One of our worker owners makes a quart each Sunday and uses