Guest guest Posted May 25, 2005 Report Share Posted May 25, 2005 When making tinctures, is it best to dry the herbs/flowers completely or to use fresh? I noticed some say dry and some say fresh. Thanks! Bree ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 25, 2005 Report Share Posted May 25, 2005 On May 25, 2005, at 1:35 PM, Bree @ Bree'z Kreationz wrote: > When making tinctures, is it best to dry the herbs/flowers completely > or to use fresh? I noticed some say dry and some say fresh. > > Thanks! > > Bree > > It just depends on what the purpose is of the tincture and on the specific plant material and the water content and method. What are you interested in tincturing and for what purpose? Elizabeth Whole Life Essentials Pure Organic Essential Oils, Hydrosols, & Natural Products http://www.WholeLifeEssentials.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 26, 2005 Report Share Posted May 26, 2005 It depends on several factors. If you're unsure, you could try both ways. The best way to start learning is to read as much as you can find on how to do it, get your tools together and start blending. It's a good idea to keep a notebook and be sure to label every single jar ;-) ~Pamela On Behalf Of Bree @ Bree'z Kreationz Wednesday, May 25, 2005 1:35 PM tinctures? When making tinctures, is it best to dry the herbs/flowers completely or to use fresh? I noticed some say dry and some say fresh. Thanks! Bree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 26, 2005 Report Share Posted May 26, 2005 Elizabeth, I am wanting to tincture these things: roses, lavender, echinacea, peppermint, comfrey, chamomile, and a few other things. I would like to put some of them in my lotions as only part of the water %. Is that safe? What is the difference in tinctures and extracts? How would I make an extract? I know some have glycerin in them, but what else? Bree >>It just depends on what the purpose is of the tincture and on the specific plant material and the water content and method. What are you interested in tincturing and for what purpose? Elizabeth<< Discover Have fun online with music videos, cool games, IM & more. Check it out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 26, 2005 Report Share Posted May 26, 2005 On May 26, 2005, at 9:01 AM, Bree @ Bree'z Kreationz wrote: > Elizabeth, > > I am wanting to tincture these things: > > roses, lavender, echinacea, peppermint, comfrey, chamomile, and a few > other things. I would like to put some of them in my lotions as only > part of the water %. Is that safe? > > What is the difference in tinctures and extracts? How would I make > an extract? I know some have glycerin in them, but what else? > > Bree > > Hi Bree, My back is out (really out) so I am spending as little time as possible on the computer, but wanted to quickly respond. I can't respond to your questions in a way that would make any sense briefly by email. Maybe others will take the time to respond. I'd also have more questions for you initially than answers- and prefer to respond with depth and accuracy. I'd focus first on the result you want- the benefits- and then what method and materials are best to work with, next the best way to obtain the materials. You may want to use oil infused with the herb vs a tinctured alcohol extraction- not sure as it depends on what you are wanting to make and for what purpose. Sorry, not very helpful! A tincture is a kind of extract. Elizabeth Whole Life Essentials Pure Organic Essential Oils, Hydrosols, & Natural Products http://www.WholeLifeEssentials.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 27, 2005 Report Share Posted May 27, 2005 Hi Elizabeth, Thanks for your reply. I hope your back starts to feel better. Maybe someone else can help me while you are down and out. I will do some more research and see what I come up with. Oh you are very helpful! Thanks so much! Bree ----------------------------Hi Bree, My back is out (really out) so I am spending as little time as possible on the computer, but wanted to quickly respond. I can't respond to your questions in a way that would make any sense briefly by email. Maybe others will take the time to respond. I'd also have more questions for you initially than answers- and prefer to respond with depth and accuracy. I'd focus first on the result you want- the benefits- and then what method and materials are best to work with, next the best way to obtain the materials. You may want to use oil infused with the herb vs a tinctured alcohol extraction- not sure as it depends on what you are wanting to make and for what purpose. Sorry, not very helpful! A tincture is a kind of extract. Elizabeth ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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