Make a Natural First Aid Kit

Lavender plants

2. Essential Oils

Two essential oils are so useful they could probably make up the whole kit on their own. Tea Tree and Lavender can both be applied neat, without a carrier oil, and should be used sparingly. Both are antiseptic in addition to antimicrobial and antibacterial. Lavender offers a cooling effect making it an optimal choice for first and, sometimes, second-degree burns. When using either oil, it’s best to buy from local organic farmers whom you trust. In urban communities, find a reputable health food store or herbalist for quality oils. Remember, a little goes a long way so one drop should suffice for most wounds.

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