wyntercraft:

[A]

Alfalfa:

Allspice:

Aloe Vera:

Apples:

[B]

Basil:

[C]

Catnip:

Chamomile:

Cloves:

Cilantro:

Cumin:

[D]

Dandelion:

Dill:

[G]

Garlic:

[J]

Junpier:

[K]

Kale:

[L]

Lavender:

[M]

Mint:

[O]

Onions:

[R]

Rosemary:

[S]

Sage:

[T]

Thyme:

Turmeric:

[W]

Wheatgrass:

[Y]

Ylang Ylang:

“Garlic Sponge” Cleansing Technique

This is one of my preferred simple cleansing techniques for cleansing a room of negative energy. It is a traditional method that has been used for a long time when it comes to removing negativity. Some say you can also use it for banishing or warding spirits though I usually only use it for simple cleansing every week or so.

You will need:

  • Peeled Garlic Clove
  • Small Bowl/Container
  • (Optional) Tablespoon of Distilled/White Vinegar

 Simply place your garlic clove inside of the bowl you have and if you desire add some vinegar (said to strengthen the process). You can also optionally add salt or cleanse with salt around it. Take the container and walk around the room holding it before you in one hand and using the other to lightly fan the air towards it. You may choose to do cleansing chants or hums if you wish, though I usually use visualization and simple energy work for this. You want the negativity to be anchored to this garlic clove. Once done place it in the center of the room, preferably at waist height or higher. Leave for one or two nights. 

It is said traditionally that if the garlic stays its natural color or a yellowy color, then there was little to no negative energy in the area. If it turns brown it is said there was moderate negative energy absorbed into it. And if it turns dark or black in that one or two nights there was a great concentration of negative energy in the room. After you are done be sure to toss the garlic to rid yourself of the negative energy trapped within it.

Botanicals for Cleansing 💧

lunaesteria:

kendrilybee:

lunaesteria:

Because sage isn’t the only thing you can use to cleanse your space.

  • Alkanet
  • Angelica
  • Anise
  • Arrow Root
  • Bay Laurel
  • Bay Leaf
  • Benzoin
  • Blessed Thistle (Holy Thistle)
  • Blue Cohosh
  • Birch
  • Black Pepper
  • Bloodroot
  • Broom
  • Camphor
  • Cayenne Pepper
  • Cedar
  • Chamomile
  • Club Moss
  • Coconut
  • Copal
  • Culver’s Root
  • Dandelion Leaf
  • Dragon’s Blood
  • Fennel
  • Fern
  • Frankincense
  • Fumitory (Earth Smoke)
  • Garlic
  • Ginger
  • Grapefruit
  • Guava
  • Horehound
  • Horseradish
  • Hyssop
  • Iris
  • Lavender
  • Lemon
  • Lemongrass
  • Lemon Verbena (Vervain)
  • Lime
  • Lovage
  • Marjoram
  • Melon
  • Mesquite
  • Mimosa
  • Oak
  • Parsley
  • Peppermint
  • Pine
  • Red Willow Bark

  • Rosemary
  • Rue
  • Sage
  • Sagebrush
  • Sandalwood
  • Sea Salt
  • Snapdragon
  • Solomon’s Seal Root
  • Tangerine
  • Thyme
  • Turmeric
  • Vinegar
  • Wintergreen
  • Wood Aloe
  • Wood Betony
  • Yucca

So like, there’s really no need for you to appropriate white sage and/or buy that shit from Sephora

according to several natives i spoke to about this topic, simply using white sage is not appropriative. using it and then calling it “smudging” is appropriative. 

but for some reason, people think sage is the be all end all for cleansing and it is not.

also it smells horrible lol. 

100% agree it smells terrible. I’ll be honest I usually use the “Garlic Sponge” technique

firewindearthsea:

Types of Herbal Remedies

I’ve compiled a list of types of herbal remedies, with brief instructions on how to make them. Choose your herbs carefully, as some are poisonous, some will interfere with health problems and medications, and some can cause allergic reactions.

If you are concerned about any health issue you have, or worried about herbs reacting with your medications, go talk to your doctor. This post is not intended as medical advice.

Compress

This is usually cloth that has been soaked in a herbal infusion so that it can be applied topically. Useful for skin issues, muscle pain, joint pain, and general aches.

You can make one by soaking cotton wool in a warm infusion of your choice, wrapping the balls in a piece of clean cloth, and applying to the affected area. Once the cloth cools down you can soak it again in the warm tea and reapply.

Infusion

This is basically the herbalist term for tea. The herbs are usually dried and ground before being steeped in very hot water and then strained out. If you use a bag then you can skip the straining.

Tincture

This is similar to an infusion but much stronger, and with alcohol instead of water, which helps to preserve it.

Put your herbs in a jar. Cover them with alcohol (most people I know use vodka). Put the lid on the jar and shake it daily for a month or so, then strain the herbs out. I tend to keep mine in the little dropper bottles, as you normally don’t need to take much at once.

Decoction

I like to think of these as a stronger infusion. You need four times as much boiling water as dried herb, and you want to simmer the mixture for about half an hour before straining.

Syrup

These are herbs mixed with a sugary substance, which makes them easier to consume and helps to preserve them a little. They’re a good way to get your herbs in if you have a sore throat, as they are often quite soothing.

You’ll need a couple ounces of fresh herb per pint of water. Put them on the stove and heat until about half of the water has evaporated. Then you need to add about five tablespoons of sugar/honey/maple syrup per pint of water you used originally (so if you put two pints in the pan, you need ten tablespoons). Keep stirring for about twenty minutes, then take it off the heat and bottle it up. You need to keep syrups in the fridge, preferably in a dark coloured jar or bottle.

Balm

Essential oils and beeswax, basically. Add about twenty drops of essential oil to a cup of melted beeswax, stick it in a jar, let it cool, and there you go! You can mix in juiced herbs if you like, but that’s optional.

Salve

A salve is basically essential oils mixed with beeswax, oils and herbs. I have seen them made with coconut oil, though if you live in a warmer environment then coconut oil won’t work for you as it melts. You need about fifty/fifty dried herbs and beeswax (if you live somewhere warm) or use a mixture of beeswax and an oil like olive or safflower if you live somewhere colder, just so it’s soft enough to use. Use about twenty drops of oil per cup of beeswax. You’ll need to melt the wax in a double boiler, and let the herbs infuse in the molten wax for about half an hour. Then you add your essential oils, and pour the molten salve into the containers and let it cool.

Ointment

This is basically a liquid balm or salve. Follow the methods above, but use oil instead of beeswax.

Bath

When taking a herbal bath, you are basically making a giant cup of tea! Fill an organza bag with your chosen herbs, and put it in the bath while you run the water, then remove it before you get in. You can reuse the bag of herbs, but they lose potency with each use, so I try to avoid doing this.

Poultice

This is a paste of herbs and sometimes other things that is applied to the skin. Used for infections, splinters, burns, boils etc. They’re pretty simple to make, you just mix some dried herbs with a tiny bit of boiling water to form a paste, put it on the area, and use a piece of cloth or gauze to keep it there. If you want to use fresh herbs you just mash them up.

thiswitchistrans:

Seasonal Herbs/Ingredients/Flowers For The Pagan Sabbats

Imbolc:

Lemon, Thyme, Rosemary, Dill, Fennel, Liquorice, Snowdrop, Dandelion, Mint.

Ostara:

Primrose, Rosemary, Daisy, Orange Peel, Basil, Garlic, Lavender, Mint.

Beltane:

Yellow/Orange Roses, Buttercup, Onion Salt, Bay Leaf, Oregano, Black Pepper.

Litha:

Pink /White Roses, Red Clover, Chili Powder, Chamomile, Cumin.

Lughnasadh:

Sunflower, Anise Seed, Cloves, Ginger, Mustard Seed, Turmeric, Blackberries, Sage.

Mabon:

Lavender, Maple Leaves, Pine Cones, Chamomile, Black Pepper, Cinnamon, Cloves, Nutmeg, Paprika, Sage.

Samhain:

Pine Needles, Blackberry Leaves, Fennel, Allspice, Red Roses, Jasmine, Nutmeg, Cloves.

Yule:

Mistletoe, Snowdrop, Lemongrass, Chive, Cinnamon, Sage, Rosemary, Ginger, Garlic, Orange Peel, Dill, Basil, Black Pepper, Bay Leaf.

Magickal Uses of Bloodroot

herbalriot:

Astrological association: Venus or Mars

Gender: Masculine

Elemental Association: Fire

Magickal Associations: beauty, compassion, fidelity, friendship, happiness, interchanges, joy, love, luck, meditation, pleasure, reconciliation, and youth. Craft Uses: Bloodroot produces an orange dye.
Purification, Protection, Love. 

Magickal Uses: Carry or wear bloodroot to draw love. Plant it near the doors of your house to protect your home.

Keep reading

Herbs you can grow indoors.

mossytreeelf:

Made this list for my fellow witchies who like their kitchen to be full of the green stuff :

  1. Basil : like lots of sun and warmth. More difficult to grow in the winter months
  2. Bay : needs plenty of sun and fresh air.
  3. Chives : needs at least 6 hours of sun and plenty of water.
  4. Dill : prefers slightly acidic soil, needs plenty of sunlight, doesn’t need too much water.
  5. Lemongrass : My personal favorite as you don’t plant it in soil. Grow in a couple of inches of water. Easiest to grow.
  6. Mint : needs plenty of water and needs to be placed in an area with indirect light. Harvest frequently.
  7. Oregano : does not deal well with cold and drastic temperature changes could kill it.
  8. Parsley : Doesn’t require too much light or maintenance, but is a slow grower.
  9. Rosemary : needs 6 – 8 hours of strong, direct sunlight. Only water when the top layer of soil feels dry. Needs good ventilation. A bit trickier to grow.
  10. Sage : Needs plenty of sun. 
  11. Thyme : Needs 6 – 8 hours of sunlight a day and maybe even supplemental light.

Dangerous Herbs

the-wiccans-glossary:

Listed below are dangerous herbs and herbal combination and explanations as to why they are dangerous. Do not try any of these herbs, orally, on the skin, or in any other way ever (or during pregnancy or nursing, if listed as such).

*Some of the herbs mentioned are safe in small doses are are written as such. Other herbs are toxic in small doses or any amount. This is not a complete list.

Belladonna Nightshade, bittersweet nightshade is an extremely poisonous herb and is absolutely deadly. It is related to Henbane. Side effects can include dry mouth, enlarged pupils, blurred vision, red dry skin, fever, fast heartbeat, inability to urinate or sweat, hallucinations, spasms, mental problems, convulsions, and coma.

Blue Cohosh – Can cause miscarriages, especially during early pregnancy. This herbs in combination with other herbs has been used as an aborfacient. It works by loosening and relaxing the uterine muscles. This is why it is often suggested as a remedy for pms and menopause.

Black Cohosh – 

Can cause miscarriages, especially during early pregnancy. This herbs in combination with other herbs has been used as an aborfacient. It works by loosening and relaxing the uterine muscles. This is why it is often suggested as a remedy for pms and menopause. 

Chaparral – This herb can cause serious liver damage, liver failure, and acute hepatitis. 

Comfrey – Comfrey can be taken in small doses for upset stomach and pms, but using a lot is dangerous. Comfrey contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids, a type of poison that causes liver and kidney failure as well as cancer. They can be absorbed through the skin as well. 

The amount of PAs found in comfrey changes according to the time of harvesting and the age of the plant. The roots have 10 times higher amounts of PAs than the leaves.

Devil’s Claw – 

Harpagophytum, means “hook plant” in Greek. Devil’s claw causes additive effects in many medications. It can cause changes in blood pressure as well.

Eucalyptus – Eucalyptus can not be consumed. Taking 3.5 mL of undiluted oil can be fatal.Even applying too much to the skin and absorbing large amounts is dangerous. (Use it very lightly, dilute it, or use a humidifier.) Signs of eucalyptus poisoning might include stomach pain and burning, dizziness, muscle weakness, small eye pupils, feelings of suffocation, and some others. Eucalyptus changes how many medicines break down in the liver.

Foxglove – Poisoning by this herb can cause stomach upset, small eye pupils, blurred vision, strong slow pulse, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, excessive urination, fatigue, muscle weakness and tremors, stupor, confusion, convulsions, abnormal heartbeats, and death. Long-term use of foxglove can lead to symptoms of toxicity, including visual halos, yellow-green vision, and stomach upset.

Golden Seal – This herb is a uterotonic; brain damage (kernicterus) has developed in newborn infants exposed to goldenseal. Do not use goldenseal during pregnancy or breast-feeding.

Hemlock – 

Neuromuscular
blockage can occur to the point of
death if it blocks the
respiratory muscles.

Henbane – Side effects include dry mouth, red skin, constipation, overheating, reduced sweating, vision disturbances, increased heart rate, urination problems, drowsiness, restlessness, hallucinations, delirium, manic episodes, and death. Henbane is poisonous and not safe for self-medication.

Kava – In the South Pacific, kava is a popular social drink, similar to alcohol in Western societies. It is used by some to treat anxiety, restlessness, and insomnia, but like many medicines used to treat these types of issues, Kava runs the risk of being too much of a ‘downer – oversedation.’ It can make you unable to operate machinery, fatigued, and worsen depression. Large doses can also effect the liver and cause yellowing of the eyes. Also, some of the dangerous chemicals in kava can pass into breast milk and might hurt a breast-fed infant. Avoid this herb if you have Parkinson’s disease or if you will undergo or have recently undergone anaesthesia as it effects the central nervous system.

Alcohol, sedatives, and benzodiazepines interact with downers.

Licorice Root – This tasty herb, when taken in high doses, may cause tiredness, absence of a menstrual period in women, headache, water and sodium retention, and decreased sexual interest and function in men. It may also cause early delivery in pregnant women and miscarriage in early pregnancy. This root has also been seen effecting hormone levels in the body and interacts with oestrogen. It also seems to rid the body or potassium. It can also cause heart failure.

Mistletoe (European) – Can cause chills vomiting, diarrhea, cramping, and other side effects. Short-term, frequent use of European mistletoe might cause liver damage. Lowers blood pressure.

Mugwort – This herb is dangerous in large quantities. Thujone, a ketone and a monoterpene that occurs naturally in two diastereomeric forms:-α-thujone and-β-thujone is present in wormwood Thujones cause a slight high and a feeling of relaxation, which is why it is enjoyed by smokers and drinkers (as a tincture or bitters), can also cause breakdown of muscle, nightmares, seizures, dizziness, confusion, numbness of arms and legs, paralysis, and death. The chemical is also said to be responsible for absinthe’s hallucinogenic effects.

Mugwort might cause a miscarriage because it can start menstruation and also cause the uterus to contract.

Pennyroyal – Pennyroyal has been used as an antificant and can also kill pregnant mothers. Do not use this herb as a method for miscarriage. It can cause irreversible damage to the liver and kidneys, nervous system, brain, and cam cause dizziness, confusion, seizures, and death.

Peony – Peony can cause uterine contractions and is unsafe to use during pregnancy. It also slows blood clotting.

St. John’s Wort – This herb interacts with SSRIs and other types of medications for the treatment of depression. In bipolar, bipolar depression, mania, manic depression, and other related disorders, St. John’s wort can trigger a major upswing or manic episode in patients. This herb also interacts with birth control.

Wormwood – Wormwood one of the main ingredients in the alcoholic beverage, Absinthe. The latin Absinthium comes from the ancient greek word apsínthion, which some claim translates to “Undrinkable”, referencing the herb’s extreme bitter flavor. It is closely related to mugwort, which is toxic in large doses, but wormwood is even more so. The herbs also contained thujones. See Mugwort.

Valerian – This herb, especially the root, can cause oversedation.

Alcohol, sedatives, and benzodiazepines interact with downers.

Valerian can cause some side effects such as headache, excitability, uneasiness, and even insomnia in some people. A few people feel sluggish in the morning after taking valerian, especially at higher doses. It’s best not to drive or operate dangerous machinery after taking valerian. 

Wintergreen – This type of mint can be dangerous in high doses. Taking wintergreen oil or large amounts of wintergreen leaf can cause ringing in the ears, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headache, stomach pain, and confusion.

Witchy Garden (Eng//Esp//Cat)

submerged-grimoire:

Original post by @lyrium . She’s awesome I’m only traducting it so myself and other hispanic witches can have acces to info in our language. Los nombres en parentesis no estan traducidos por que son nombres populares en ingles que poco uso tienen en nuestro idioma.

🌱Basil (st. joseph’s wort) // Albahaca //Alfàbrega

+ purification, wealth, good fortune, love
+ soothes anger and aids in reconciliation
+ used in love divination by burning on coals

-Purificación, riqueza, buena fortuna, amor. 
-Calma la ira y ayuda a la reconciliación.
-Se usa en la adivinación amorosa quemándola sobre carbones.

🌱Catnip (cat’s wort) // Hierba Gatera// Herba Gatera

+ love, beauty, happiness, sleep
+ develops psychic and emotional bond with felines
+ leaves are often used as magical bookmarks

– Amor, belleza, felicidad, sueño.
-Crea lazos psíquicos y emocionales con los felinos.
-Las hojas se suelen utilizar como marca páginas mágico.

🌱Laurel (bayleaf) // Laurel // Llorer

+ psychic development, protection, healing, strength, wishes
+ carry to ward off negativity and evil
+ manifest desires by writing them upon a leaf then burning it

– Desarrollo físico, protección, curación, fuerza, deseos.
– Se suele llevar encima para alejar la negatividad y el mal.
-Manifiesta tus deseos escribiéndolos en las hojas y quemándolas. 

🌱Mugwort (sailor’s tobacco) //Ajenjo o Artemisia // Absenta o Doncell

+ divination, astral projection, psychic abilities
+ carry in a shoe for endurance during long journeys
+ often blended into teas or smoked for psychic effects

– Adivinación, proyección astral, habilidades psíquicas.
-Llevarla en el zapato para resistencia en los viajes largos.
-Se suele tomar en tés o fumarla por sus efectos psíquicos.

🌱Patchouli (pucha-pot)// Pachulí//Patxulí

+ wealth, fertility, lust, protection
+ suitable substitute for cemetery dirt if needed
+ earthy musk makes for pleasant incense/oils/perfumes

– Riqueza, fertilidad, deseo, protección.
-Se puede utilizar como substituto para la tierra de cementerio.
– Su olor a almizcle terrosso va bien para perfumes/aceites/ perfumes.

🌱Peppermint (brandy mint) // Menta// Menta

+ sleep, healing, love, psychic powers
+ used to heal headaches, stomach pain, mild illness
+ blends well into most teas and aids digestion

-Sueño, curación, amor, poderes psíquicos.
-De usa para curar dolores de cabeza, dolor de estómago, catarros suaves.
-Queda bien con la mayoría de tés y ayuda a digerir.

🌱Rosemary (dew of the sea)// Romero//Romaní

+ mental powers, purification, healing, sleep, love
+ memory enhancing abilities useful for education
+ powerful healing and purification incense

-Poderes mentales, purificación, curación, sueño, amor.
-Mejora la memoria, va bien para estudiar.
-Poderosa en inciensos curativos y purificantes.

🌱Rue (queen of herbs)// Ruda o Hierba de Gracia// Ruda

+ healing, protection, mental powers, exorcism
+ fresh scent clears mind of heartbreak, envy, egoism
+ added to ritual baths to dispel curses and negativity

-Curación, protección, poderes mentales, exorcismo. 
-Olor fresco que libera la mente de corazones rotos, envidias y egoísmos.
-Se añade al baño para romper maldiciones o momentos de negatividad.

🌱Sage (garden sage)//Salvia// Sàlvia

+ wisdom, longevity, protection, wishes
+ often burned for protection, banishing evil, consecration
+ aids in overcoming sorrow; burned at funerals to relieve grief

-Sabiduria, longevidad, protección, deseos.
-Se suele quemar para proteger, desterrar el mal y consagrar un espacio.
-Ayuda a superar la tristeza. Se suele quemar en los funerales para pasar el duelo.

🌱Thyme (mother of thyme)//Tomillo//Farigola

+ courage, purification, healing, sleep, faerie magic
+ grown in gardens to attract and commune with fae
+ burned to refresh energy and dispel melancholy

-Coraje, purificación, curación, sueño, magia de hadas.
-Crecida en jardines para atraer y comunicarse con las hadas.
-Se quema para renovar la energía y disipar la melancolía. 

HERBS & THEIR SIDE EFFECTS:

lunar-witches:

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St. John’s Wort:

Side Effects: Insomnia, restlessness, anxiety, irritability, upset stomach, fatigue, dry mouth, dizziness, headache, skin rash, and diarrhea.

Drug Interactions: Antidepressants, allergy medications, cough medicines, immunosuppressants, HIV medication, birth control, sedatives, anticoagulants, and other drugs.

Ginseng:

Side Effects: Insomnia, menstrual problems, breast pain, increased heart rate, high or low blood pressure, headaches, loss of appetite, diarrhea, itching, skin rash, dizziness, mood changes, and vaginal bleeding.

Drug Interactions: Anticoagulants, antidepressants, anti-diabetic medications, aspirin, and morphine

Valerian:

Side Effects: Headaches, excitability, uneasiness, and insomnia.

Drug Interactions: Alcohol, anti-anxiety medications, and sedatives.

Lavender:

Side Effects: Constipation, headaches, skin irritation, and increased appetite.

Drug Interactions: Sedatives

Chamomile:

Side Effects: Drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, and thinning of the blood.

Drug Interactions: Alcohol, anti-anxiety medications, anticoagulants, anticonvulsants, antifungal drugs, birth control, insomnia medications, and sedatives.

Echinacea:

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, fever, sore throat, muscle or joint pain, dry mouth, headaches, dizziness, confusion, and insomnia.

Drug Interactions: Caffeine, immunosuppressants, and CYP’s

Aloe Vera:

Side Effects: Skin irritation, painful abdominal cramping, and diarrhea.

Drug Interactions: Laxatives, antidiabetes medications, anticoagulants, and diuretic medications.

Milk Thistle:

Side Effects: Nausea, diarrhea, indigestion, intestinal discomfort, bloating, pain, and loss of appetite.

Drug Interactions: CYP’s, cholesterol medications, and estrogen supplements.

WARNING:  This is a short list of common herbs used by witches, and in witchcraft, and is by no means a completed list.  Most herbs, if not all herbs, have side effects, or can potentially interact with other medications.  So, please, never take any herbal supplements, or herbal remedies unless you have consulted with a doctor, or a medical professional beforehand.  Stay safe, honey bees!

aspelladay:

New Home Floorwash

This is recommended for a preliminary cleansing when moving into a new home. This removes old vibrations and emotions lingering from past residents and allows you to begin with a fresh slate.

  1. Make a strong infusion from basil, hyssop, and pine needles.
  2. Strain and add to a bucket of rinse water, with vinegar.
  3. Cleanse floors and surfaces as needed.

(from The Element Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells by Judika Illes)

HERBS & THEIR SIDE EFFECTS:

lunar-witches:

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St. John’s Wort:

Side Effects: Insomnia, restlessness, anxiety, irritability, upset stomach, fatigue, dry mouth, dizziness, headache, skin rash, and diarrhea.

Drug Interactions: Antidepressants, allergy medications, cough medicines, immunosuppressants, HIV medication, birth control, sedatives, anticoagulants, and other drugs.

Ginseng:

Side Effects: Insomnia, menstrual problems, breast pain, increased heart rate, high or low blood pressure, headaches, loss of appetite, diarrhea, itching, skin rash, dizziness, mood changes, and vaginal bleeding.

Drug Interactions: Anticoagulants, antidepressants, anti-diabetic medications, aspirin, and morphine

Valerian:

Side Effects: Headaches, excitability, uneasiness, and insomnia.

Drug Interactions: Alcohol, anti-anxiety medications, and sedatives.

Lavender:

Side Effects: Constipation, headaches, skin irritation, and increased appetite.

Drug Interactions: Sedatives

Chamomile:

Side Effects: Drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, and thinning of the blood.

Drug Interactions: Alcohol, anti-anxiety medications, anticoagulants, anticonvulsants, antifungal drugs, birth control, insomnia medications, and sedatives.

Echinacea:

Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, fever, sore throat, muscle or joint pain, dry mouth, headaches, dizziness, confusion, and insomnia.

Drug Interactions: Caffeine, immunosuppressants, and CYP’s

Aloe Vera:

Side Effects: Skin irritation, painful abdominal cramping, and diarrhea.

Drug Interactions: Laxatives, antidiabetes medications, anticoagulants, and diuretic medications.

Milk Thistle:

Side Effects: Nausea, diarrhea, indigestion, intestinal discomfort, bloating, pain, and loss of appetite.

Drug Interactions: CYP’s, cholesterol medications, and estrogen supplements.

WARNING:  This is a short list of common herbs used by witches, and in witchcraft, and is by no means a completed list.  Most herbs, if not all herbs, have side effects, or can potentially interact with other medications.  So, please, never take any herbal supplements, or herbal remedies unless you have consulted with a doctor, or a medical professional beforehand.  Stay safe, honey bees!

🌿 Hair Magick 🌿

citrinecoven:

To most of us, our hair is very dear. A lot of us would want longer and/or healthier hair. It is important to eat well and drink lots of water in order to have healthy hair, but there is more can do!
In this post you’ll find crystals, herbs and tips to maintain healthy hair, and as we all know healthy hair grows better and longer then unhealthy hair.
Also noted will be other hair related properties these crystals and herbs may have, such as good blood circulation, etc.. and ofcourse crystal price points.

🔮Hair Crystals🔮:
🔮Aragonite: maintains healthy hair, makes bearer more aware of self-worth, allows one to come tot erms with hairloss. $
🔮Bustamite: improves blood circulation, maintains healthy hair, maintains healthy nails. $
🔮Lepidolite: maintains healthy hair and nail growth. $
🔮Magnetite: heals skin lesions and reduces wrinkles, maintains healthy hair. $
🔮Moldavite: Promotes cell growth, maintains healthy hair. $$
🔮Petrified Wood: maintains healthy bones and hair, reduces wrinkles. $
🔮Rutile: purifies blood, maintains healthy hair. $
🔮Tanzanite: purifies blood, reduces wrinkles, maintains healthy hair. $$
🔮Witherite: Maintains healthy hair and helps come to terms with hairloss. $

🌿Hair Herbs🌿
🌿Aloe Vera: will help with scalp conditions such as dandruff and eczema. will also keep hair healthy and improve growth. mix equal part aloe vera and olive oil and massage into scalp and let absorb an hour before washing hair.
🌿Hibiscus: thought to help stimulate hair follicles and increase hair growth. Mostly ingested as a herbal tea or hair oil.
🌿Ginseng:believed to encourage hair growth, used on men experiencing hair loss. Taken in capsules or used as hair oil.
🌿Jatamansi: speeds hair growth, found to increase hair growth in people with alopecia caused by chemotherapy. Taken in capsules.
🌿Nettle: full of vitamins, iron, silica and omega 3 fatty acids. everything your hair needs to stay healthy and grow. Traditionally used as hair loss cure. Mostly ingested as tea.
🌿Rosemary: keeps hair strong and vibrant, promotes growth. best used as hair rinse. (see rinse recipe and instructions below hair care tips)

Hair Care tips
✨Try to avoid heat styling&, blowdryer and irons
✨Try to avoid styling products and sprays
✨Only wash your hair when you really have to, the natural oils (sebum) that make it look greasy are actually really good for your hair!
✨Use silk pillow covers
✨Massage your scalp regularly
✨Use oils such as coconut oil, almond oil, etc to massage your scalp an hour before washing your hair
✨Cut split ends, once your ends start splitting it will interfere with hair growth so just cut them off even i you’ll lose some length. It’ll be better in the long run.
✨Avoid clip in extensions. I understand you want long hair NOW but in the long run extensions will interfere with hair growth. The clips can also pull out your hair because of the weight. People who use them for years often get bald spots.

🌿Rinse Recipe🌿
Making a hair rinse is super easy and can be done with almost any ingredient. I’ll be using Rosemary as an example but this can also be done with Nettle, Hibiscus,…
You will need:
🌿 1 cup of water
🌿 1 teaspoon Rosemary leaves
🌿 pot or pan or whatever
All you need to do is add the water and the leaves in the pot or pan and bring to a boil. Once the mixture is boiling, lower the heat so it can simmer for 3 minutes. Afterwards, let your mixture cool.
If you want to make more simply double the amount of ingredients. 2 cups of water and 2 teaspoons of Rosemary. It’s that simple.
How to use: after you wash and condition your hair, give it a final rinse with the rosemary rinse you made. leave it in your hair for 20-30 minutes and massage your scalp. rinse with water afterwards.

Happy hair growing!✨

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