Lavender essential oil, the all-in-one of the bobos of summer

It is used: in case of insect bite, small cut or burn not too extensive.

We apply 1 pure drop, 3 or 4 times, in the next half-hour.

Antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and healing, essential oil of lavender calms the pain.
In case of itching or more extensive burns (and even sunburn if you do not have cream on hand), it is used diluted 5 to 10% in a vegetable oil, sweet almond type or macadamia ( ie 30 to 60 drops approximately for 30 ml of vegetable oil).

And also ... A stress shot, trouble falling asleep?
Recent studies have just demonstrated its soothing virtues.
Just 1 or 2 drops to breathe on a handkerchief or poured into the evening bath (in a teaspoonful of bubble bath) to find the zen attitude. Bonus: its antispasmodic virtues.

In case of painful periods, one can thus massage the belly with a few drops diluted in a vegetable oil.
Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women and before 3 years of age (diluted to 2% maximum up to 7 years, then 3% before 10 years and 5% before 15 years).

Arnica, the ultimate anti-traumatism

It is used: at the slightest stroke, blue or hump .
The good reflex: to swallow illico 5 homeopathic granules of arnica montana 9CH and to renew , according to the intensity of the shock, 1 to 6 times a day.

Another option is to apply an arnica-based ointment or gel (Arnicagel of Weleda or Arnican de Cooper, 3 times a day, a practical roll-on to slip into the bag).
In case of sprain or strain, arnica also has an anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect (5 granules or a massage with gel 3 or 4 times a day, in addition to ice and bandage).

And also ... If you have plenty of paws after a hike, arnica also helps to relax the heavy legs and boost circulation, even if it is not enough to reduce edema in case of water retention ( 5 granules 2 times a day).
If you are prone to nosebleeds when it is hot , it helps to stop small bleeding: as prevention, 5 granules 3 times a day.
And in case you leave your towel for a workout: 5 granules 3 times a day before, during and after the effort to escape the body aches.

Green clay to soothe heartburn, inflammations ...

It is used: in case of heartburn, because it lines and protects the mucous membranes.
We choose a green clay ultra-ventilated (the only one suitable for food use), in the form of powder (Cattier, Argiletz ...), and we prepare a clay milk by mixing 1 tsp. to c. powder in a large glass of water.

If possible, let it rest for at least 4 hours (the rest time increases its action), then stir and drink 1/2 glass before meals or when it hurts . Ditto to stop diarrhea, because green clay has anti-infectious properties (it "traps" bacteria and toxins).
In a hurry, drink one glass immediately, without letting it sit, then twice a day (it's good before), until you get better. Vigilance if you swallow other drugs (especially the pill): it can reduce their effectiveness, so we take them at a distance.

And also ... In poultice, to take advantage of its anti-oedemical and anti-inflammatory properties on a joint that stuck, a sprain, etc.
The user manual ? Water is added to the clay powder until a homogeneous cream is obtained and allowed to stand for 4 hours (except emergency).
It is then applied in a thick layer (1 or 2 cm) and care is taken to keep the poultice moist (the clay loses its properties by drying) with a mist or by applying a wet compress before doing the dressing.

It is left for at least 1 hour, 2 or 3 times a day, as long as the pain persists.
Malin also in case of splinter: to let lay all night to remove the thorn more easily the next day!

Grapefruit seed extract against infections

It is used: if the summer sounds the return of small worries gynecos (cystitis, vaginal mycosis ...).
This natural antibiotic eradicates a lot of bacteria and fungi.
We swallow 10 to 25 drops per day (depending on the concentration indicated on the leaflet), diluted in a glass of water or fruit juice.

Do we have some repetitive infections ?
A cure is required: once a day for 2 weeks, then twice and 3 times a day for the following weeks, for 1 to 3 months.

And also ... In case of food poisoning, take 10 to 25 drops, 3 times a day, then 2 times, until the symptoms regress. Or externally, on a herpes labialis (it is also virucidal) or nail fungus: apply morning and evening a few drops of extract diluted in a vegetable oil on the area, for several days.

The essential oil of peppermint calms digestion, migraines, nausea ...

It is used: if you have trouble digesting, feeling bloated or smeared ... According to a Canadian study, its antispasmodic effect relieves even irritable bowel syndrome.
We put 1 drop on a piece of sugar or a neutral tablet that is taken 3 to 5 times a day, in adults only. Cutaneous, it works too: it is applied in massage on the abdomen, diluted 10 to 15% in a vegetable oil.
The car or the boat gives us a gag? The feeling fades by breathing 2 drops on a tissue paper (before 6 years, prefer the essential oil of lemon tree).

And also ... In case of migraine , because the essential oil of mint has an analgesic action by the cold.
As it can be irritating for the mucous membranes and the eyes, it is used diluted (1 drop mixed in the palm of the hand with 2 or 3 drops of vegetable oil), in strategic places: forehead (at the root of the hair) , ears (at the junction with the jaw) and base of the neck.

A belladonna tube 9CH for hot shots

We use it: if we turn red after a day on the beach. In addition to a soothing cream, belladonna helps to calm heat stroke (5 granules several times a day, until the skin is less red).

This is the good reflex also if you have the symptoms of sunstroke (fever, headache, burning face ...). We swallow 5 granules every hour, then we space the catch until we feel better. On the other hand, in case of nausea or discomfort, one consults.

And also ... In case of fever (out of the sun) if you are swimming (5 granules every hour).

A tube of Homéoplasmine to repair all the worries of skin

It is used: on irritated skin (abrasions, pimples ...) .
Homéoplasmine (Boiron) works wonders thanks to the antiseptic and cicatrizing virtues of the calendula. As it contains petrolatum, it is spread morning and evening after a sunburn for the restorative effect.

And also ... Applied in a thick layer on a light bulb before covering with a bandage to promote healing or as a super effective balm for lips parched by the sun.