• . Pick leaves and brush off insects and dirt. Rinse leaves.

Fresh Herbs

• Chop Fresh (scissors) and crush the herbs using Pestle and Mortor.
• Add a little water to create a pulp or paste
• Can add Oil / Clay / Charcoal to thicken Paste (optional)
• Blend Dry herbs/roots in blender (can also use fresh herbs)

Dry Herbs

• Put dry herbs and roots in blender
• Blend on high and add a freshly boiled water to create a paste
• May also add coconut oil / clay / Activated Charcoal
• Spread the herb paste onto a layer of muslin that is twice the size of the area of skin to be treated. Like a sandwich, fold the muslin over the herb.

Application

• Apply the muslin with the herb paste directly to the affected area, tie with muslin strips, leave on for 30 minutes or more. Change and repeat if needed.
• You can r use these poultices fresh or store them in your freezer.
• Place a piece of wax paper between each poultice when freezing to make it easier to separate them later. Put your poultices in a plastic gallon freezer bag to keep them safe.