Infused Oil

Calendula Oil: Benefits, Uses and How to Apply It for Irritated Skin IMPORTANT: Calendula oil is generally well tolerated and safe for topical use, but people allergic to plants in the Asteraceae family (daisies, chamomile, arnica, ragweed, chrysanthemums) should first do a patch test on a small area of skin and avoid the product if redness, itching or a rash appears. Do not apply it to deep, infected or heavily bleeding wounds without medical advice. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before using calendula preparations internally. Calendula oil is a care and support remedy, not a substitute for medical treatment of infections, serious burns or diagnosed chronic skin diseases. If an irritation does not improve within a few days, worsens, or is accompanied by fever or pus, see a doctor. ...

St. John’s Wort: Benefits, Uses and How to Prepare It IMPORTANT: St. John’s Wort is one of the most pharmacologically active medicinal plants, which is precisely why it interacts with a remarkably large number of medications. It significantly reduces the effectiveness of oral contraceptives, anticoagulants (warfarin), certain heart medications (digoxin), immunosuppressants (ciclosporin), some antiretrovirals, and many synthetic antidepressants. Combining it with antidepressants in the SSRI class can trigger a dangerous “serotonin syndrome.” The plant also increases the skin’s sensitivity to sunlight (photosensitization). It should not be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding without medical advice, and anyone on chronic medication must consult a doctor or pharmacist before using it. St. John’s Wort is not a substitute for the treatment of moderate or severe depression. ...