Preperation of Herbs

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MACERATE
To steep an herb in fat,
such as done with salve and ointments.
Best oils to use are almond and sesame.
Warm one cup of oil over a low flame
and place one-half ounce herbs
wrapped in cheesecloth to soak.
Continue until the herbs have
lost their color and the
oil is rich with their scent.

TINCTURE
For ounces of herb steeped in eight ounces
of alcohol for about two weeks
gives a reasonable tincture.
The bottle should be sealed and
left in a dark area, and the liquid strained
when the tincture is ready.

WASH
A tea or infusion
meant only for external use.
A mild form of a wash would be
1/4 ounce of herb
to one pint of boiling water,
steeped until lukewarm, then applied.

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Just as plants, herbs and trees have inherent
abilities and powers to heal, they also offer
their powers and benefits to the knowledgeable Witch.

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