Aloe

Break off an aloe leaf and scrape the gel to soothe minor burns, scalds, and sunburns. Aloe has tissue regenerative properties and will help heal all wounds.


Arnica

Arnica cream or oil can be used on bruises or sprains where the skin is not broken. Caution should be used with Arnica however since it can become toxic in high doses.


Calendula Cream

Homemade or storebought, this is antispetic and antifungal. If you make it, try adding comfrey to the cream; it will help speed the healing process.


Clove Oil

Clove oil is an excellent antispetic for cuts and is also useful for treating toothaches. It should be cut with a carrier oil when used on the skin since severe irritation can occur.


Compresses

Keep squares of gauze or cheesecloth on hand to compresses. Use confrey with hazel, or arnica for sprains; St John's Wart for deep cuts; confrey or whitch hazel fr burns.


Crystallized Ginger

Chew for motion sickness or morning sickness.


Eucalyptus Oil

This is a good inhalant for colds, coughs, and respiratory infections.


Rescue Remedy

This combination of 5 of the Bach Flower Remedies is effective for shocks and emotional upsets, especially in children.


Infused Oil

Excellent for minor burns and sunburn.


Slippery Elm

Slippery elm powder is used to make poultices for drawing out splinters and bringing boils to a head.


Tea Tree Oil

Antispetic and antifungal. Useful for cleansing wounds.


Witch Hazel Extract

Use it to treat minor burns, sunburn, and insect bites. Apply to nasal passages to stop nosebleeds. Wash cuts with it to help cleanse them.