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Hydrosol - Elder Flower (Organic)
Artisan Crafted USA June 2011
Distilled from Elder Flower-Sambucuscaerulea: flowers
PH: 5.7
Elder Flower is noted for its effectiveness on the nervous system, reducing physical and mental strain & promoting a sense of calm. Other uses include:
Mildly diuretic
Kidney detoxification
Reduce pain associated with swollen joints, arthritis, rheumatism and acid deposits in tissue
Use as a compress on muscle aches or sports injuries
Toning to the venous system
Immune boosting
Mildly astringent
Relief from sunburn
Diaphoretic
Suzanne Caddy says to take one teaspoon every hour at the first sign of a cold and you will probably never succumb to the infection.
Shelf life: Very stable averaging at least 18 months.
Shipped in sterilized glass bottles. Best if stored in a cool dark place when not in use.
References:
Catty, Suzanne. Hydrosols, The Next Aromatherapy. Vermont: Healing Arts Press. 2001
Price, Len and Shirely Price. Understanding Hydrolats: The Specific Hydrosols for Aromatherapy. London: Churchill Livingston. 2004
Tierra, Michael. The Way of Herbs. Pocket Books. 1998
Weaver, William Woys. Sauer's Herbal Cures. Routledge. 2001
