Man in the Moon Herbs

I have had lots of people with questions about using eucalyptus essential oil. I think it's because it's been so hot and people are drawn to its cooling nature. This is a great and useful oil that I make sure to have on hand. The properties are antiseptic, anti-biotic, anti viral, deodorizing, increases circulation, stimulating and cooling. ~A few drops in a bath will cool the body and help bring down a fever. ~Increases concentration and alertness and helps clear the mind ~Insects don't like the scent so it's useful in a diffuser to keep them away. ~the vapors help clear congestion due to colds and is an air purifier ~the brisk scent helps balance the emotions,and is good when you're feeling sluggish or have emotional overload to deal with Eucalyptus mixes well with lemon balm, lemon verbena, pine, lavender and peppermint. The energy is yang (active, light, heat or dryness) ♥

Here are some handy measurement conversions to use when working with essential oils- ~1 teaspoon=5mL ~2 teaspoons=10mL ~1 tablespoon=15mL ~20 drops=1/5 teaspoon essential oil ~40 drops=2/5 teaspoon

Are the deer eating your garden? Mix 2 eggs with one cup of water in a blender. Add 1 cup of milk,3 cloves of crushed garlic and a couple of tablespoons of dish soap (this will help it stick to the plants) Mix thoroughly. Apply with a sprayer. The smell of garlic and rotting eggs will help repel the deer, while the scent will be very faint to you.

For stress that results in tiredness, blend 10 drops of clary sage essential oil with 10 drops of lemon essential oil and 15 drops of lavender essential oil. Use the blend in a diffuser, add to a bath or put a few drops in an unscented candle.

Make your own herbal disinfecting spray by gently simmering a handful of a mix of rosemary, lavender, sage and thyme in 1 1/2 cups of water for 30 minutes in a covered pot. Use whatever proportions suit you best scent-wise and leave out an herb if you don't like the scent. Strain out the herbs and put the liquid in a spray bottle. Use to clean bathroom and kitchen surfaces. Store the excess in the fridge for up to a week.

Fennel Eye Soother for Tired Eyes and Skin Add 3 tablespoons of crushed fennel seeds to 1/3 cup of distilled water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and strain the seeds from the infusion. Cool to ro om temperature. To use, soak gauze squares in the infusion, squeeze out the excess and place on the eye lids for 15 minutes. the leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and can also be used as a skin rinse. Fennel is rejuvenating and soothing.

Use a chamomile tea to prevent "dampening off" in your seedlings. Pour 4 cups of boiling water over a handful of fresh chamomile or 2 tablespoons of dried. Cover and steep for 10 minutes, strain and cool. Put in a spray bottle for easy use. Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Bring back to room temp before using.