We make a few items as skin products. Two salves are currently offered: One is called 3C’s and contains comfrey, calendula and chickweed, all of which are kind to the skin and aid in healing cuts and rashes. The other one is Balm of Gilead which is from the poplar tree bud and we have found is good for healing as well and also seems to help ease muscle stiffness and pain. Sometimes lip balms and other simple creams are also made.
Herbal vinegars are made on a regular, seasonal basis from the herbs gathered from the garden and while most are suggested for cooking purposes, some such as lavender and rose are also great in the bath. Who wants a garlic or chive bath? It is wonderful in a salad, though.
Bath salts, bath fizzies, oils, massage oils and sometimes bath powders are made on an infrequent basis. These are usually made as a class, often as a birthday party activity. The addition of wonderful essential oils and the simple, easily obtained materials adds to the enjoyment of the classes.
