Here’s a way to capture the delightful fragrance of fresh lilacs, so you can enjoy their scent long after the flowers have faded! It’s difficult to preserve the elusive scent of flowers like lilacs and gardenias, so perfumers from years past came up with the wonderful method of enfleurage. It sounds fancy and a little... The post How to Enfleurage Fresh Lilac Flowers appeared first on The Nerdy Farm Wife ..read more

In this recipe, fresh lilac and violet flowers combine with honey and brandy to make a tasty herbal elixir for sore throats and mild coughs. Why did I choose these two plants? Well, first of all, they’re two of my favorite springtime flowers and they look so pretty together! But mainly, because they also have... The post Lilac & Violet Sore Throat Elixir appeared first on The Nerdy Farm Wife ..read more

Here are my best tips and natural remedies for dealing with spring allergies this year! As you might expect from someone who had the childhood nickname “Rudolph” (the Red Nosed Reindeer) and practically drank Benadryl as a beverage at mealtimes, I’ve experienced my fair share of dealing with allergies. Here’s what I’ve learned and utilized... The post Spring Allergy Tips & Remedies appeared first on The Nerdy Farm Wife ..read more

Have a toothache, but can’t be seen by your dentist right away? Try these natural toothache remedies while you wait! The best way to fix a sore tooth is to see your dentist and treat the underlying cause; however, there are sometimes long wait times for appointments, or other times that you just don’t have... The post Natural Toothache Remedies appeared first on The Nerdy Farm Wife ..read more

If you have aches and pains, bruises, or varicose veins, then a homemade liniment might be just what you need! Here’s a whole guide on how to make your own liniments, which herbs and ingredients to use, some of my favorite liniment recipes, plus a basic formula so you can create your own. I’ve also... The post How to Make Homemade Liniments (+printable, formula & recipes!) appeared first on The Nerdy Farm Wife ..read more

Several weeks ago, I mentioned in my newsletter that I take PQQ (pyrroloquinoline quinone) every single day. There was a huge amount of replies and interest in the topic, so I wrote up this article about PQQ, what science says it’s good for, what some regular people say it’s good for, and how it has... The post Why I Take PQQ Daily appeared first on The Nerdy Farm Wife ..read more

Honey syrups are a simple and sweet way to take your herbal remedies! They’re especially helpful for the sore throats and coughs of winter, but can be used year ’round. If you can simmer a pot of water, you can make an herbal syrup. It’s super easy! Basic Formulas for Making Herbal Honey Syrups In... The post How to Make Herbal Honey Syrups appeared first on The Nerdy Farm Wife ..read more

Here are two easy cucumber mask and skin care treatment recipes to help cool and soothe your skin during hot weather! You’ll need a fresh cucumber to combine with aloe vera gel and witch hazel (or water). If making the cucumber mask, you’ll also need a small amount of French green clay. I’ve included instructions... The post Cooling Cucumber Face Mask & Treatment appeared first on The Nerdy Farm Wife ..read more

My favorite home remedies & skin care recipes involve simple ingredients that are easy to find locally and don’t break my budget. This is where the local grocery store comes in handy! Here are 5 grocery store ingredients I always keep in stock, plus tips and recipes for using them. Make grocery store remedies &... The post 5 Grocery Store Remedies + Ways to Use Them appeared first on The Nerdy Farm Wife ..read more

Learn how easy it is to make your own homemade lotion bars! They’re so simple to make – if you can melt chocolate or candy melts, you can 100% make a lotion bar. I’ll share a basic lotion bar formula, tips on how to adjust ingredients so your bars won’t feel too greasy, some essential... The post How to Make Lotion Bars: Recipes, Tips & Tricks appeared first on The Nerdy Farm Wife ..read more