WORK:SHOP Beacon NY

   

@fabhaus made these beautiful business card holders for each artisan. Fits right in with the Herbaceutikals spread.

 Our booth always smells magical!

Thanks to everyone who stopped by!

New Labels

New labels for all 2oz tins.And that's a hot bag underneath. In stores soon folks ;)

Survival Pack

These are the essentials when we go camping or on vacation, you never know what will pop off especially having a child. Echinacea tincture is not in the picture but comes in the pack. It's good to stimulate and support healthy immune function. Doubles as an antiseptic for the mouth as well as wounds. 

Ready to Go Survival Pack from HERBACEUTIKALS

Thank You All!

Big shout out to everyone who supports Herbaceutikals, mega love and light flowin your way

Black Friday Sales

Soap Nuts

Native to India and Nepal yet found around the world Soap Nuts are gaining popularity as an eco friendly hypoallergenic alternative to chemical based detergents. Soap Nuts contain Saponin, a natural detergent from which conventional soap is derived from. The Soap Nut absorbs water and releases saponins into wash water, removing dirt, oil and grime. It only take about 6 Soap Nuts to a cotton muslin bag to wash a load of laundry and can be uses over and over again until the nuts loose their brown color. This usually about a dozen loads and the Nuts can be composted afterwards. You can add a scoop of baking soda for large heavily soiled loads. Add up to 9 drops of essential oil per load to add fragrance.

Fennel Everyone?

Fennel contains antioxidants like kaempferol and quercetin which remove harmful free radicals from the body offering protection from cancers, infection and degenerative neurological diseases. A rich source of insoluble fiber which absorbs water through the digestive track to bulks the stool easing constipation. Also binds cholesterol bile salts and decreases their absorption in the colon. This lowers ones overall Ldl cholesterol levels as well as protects the colon from cancer. The variety of volatile essential oils in Fennel not only make it a powerful antioxidant but also a digestive, carminative and anti flatulent. Fennel seeds are store houses for important minerals such as copper, iron, calcium, potassium, manganese, selenium, magnesium and zinc as well as vitamins A, E, C and B complexes.

Traditionally fennel has been used as a remedy for flatulence, indigestion, great milk production, as a tea for colic in babies, as an oil to relieve cough, bronchitis and joint pain. Fennell has also been used in the treatment of anemia, heart disease, cancer, blood pressure, increasing neural activity, bacterial diarrhea, improve immune function, regulates hormonal function, macular degeneration.

Herbal Liniment

Herbal Liniment, a must for any first aide kit. Antiseptic to clean wounds. Stimulating for inflammations such as bumps, bruises, bites, sprains, arthritis, sore muscles etc. 5 powerful herbs infused in alcohol. Effective pain relief. Available on #etsy and our online shop.

Dont Dry Out

Calendula infused coconut and shea body butter to keep you smooth and radiant all year long.🌞🌞🌞 whipped up in 3 essential oil blends, all organic, all clean.
#herbaceutikals #organic #wildcraft #sustainable #fairtrade #africa

For some people cold season = cold sore season. Don't worry we have something for that! All Organic All Mighty. Available on #etsy as well as our Online Shop

Champs Breakfast

Champs breakfast. Potatoes, red onion, mini bell peppers, lacinato kale, sautéed in red pepper sesame oil, topped with avocado, oregano olive oil, hemp seeds and herbal sea salt. #ital #organicfood #vegan #chef #growyourown

Allergy and cold season is coming. Breath deep with this all organic baby safe decongestion vapor rub. More effective than Vicks and can be used like #thievesoil available on #etsy as well as the Herbaceutikals Shop

Tis the time for Tea

Fresh batch of herbal teas individually bagged in 20 packs on #etsy #immunesystem support as well as #cough care 100% organic also comes with a tiny booklet with a few remedies and recipes from the living with herbs book. Enjoy !!

Fall Harvest

Found this cuties on the red Russian kale. Be careful some caterpillars sting! Ouch! herbal Limiment followed up with healing Skin Salve did the trick!

Healing Skin

The famous healing skin salve aka cure all always keep a few jars close to hand. Bites, stings, sores, burns, bruises, sprains, cuts, itches, rashes, eczema, dry skin, dry lips, dry scalp, cradle cap, hives, poison ivy, deodorant, antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiviral, antifungal. Available on #etsy as well as the #Herbaceutikals shop

Living with Herbs

Living with Herbs, Limited edition green cover with hemp saddle stitch binding. get one before its gone.

Late Summer Forage

In this short video I examine a few wild edibles found on a roadside in New York State. After watching I realize how little I covered on but at the same time there is so much to say about each plant as far as it's applications, uses of each plant part, harvest techniques, storage and the list goes on. This is not meant as a definite identification and wild edible guide as much as an introduction. Feel free to ask questions!

Tooth Powder over Tooth Paste

Herbal Mint Tooth Powder is made with a powerful blend of herbs that not only freshen bad breath and whiten teeth but also maintain healthy and disease free gums and teeth. The herbs are antibacterial, antiseptic, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory; used for centuries to maintain oral health. Most of the herbs work to prevent and heal oral infections or disease including cavities, gingivitis, plaque and periodontitis (an inflammatory disease that can destroy the bones, gums, and tissue that maintain teeth). The herbs are balanced with essential oils such as Tea Tree which is a potent antimicrobial that also fights bacteria causing tooth decay and gum disease including gingivitis.
To use, wet a toothbrush and shake off excess water. Gently press into powder. Brush as normal. Or wet toothbrush, scoop powder from jar with a spoon, hold brush over jar, sprinkle toothpowder onto brush, brush teeth.

Herbaceutikals in Locale

Herbaceutikals is top shelf within a finely curated collection of treasures for self over at Locale.NYC An eclectic and luxurious yoga studio/boutique in brooklyn at 410 Marcus Garvey Blvd.
Check it out yall!

No Fillers

Using organically grown, sustainably harvested and fair trade ingredients is paramount to the creation of all Herbaceutikals. Next is intention. Every ingredient serves a purpose to the desired application. Some people ask for our deodorant in a stick form because they don't like to use their fingers. Honestly Stick deodorants tend to harbor bacteria and Arm pits deserve a little massage too. Sure natural deodorant in a jar may be unconventional but it works and it has just the ingredients needed to keep you smelling sweet all day. No fillers. Just Pure and Simple.

Harvesting Dandelion

Dandelion root is a diuretic and cleansing/strengthening to the kidneys and liver. Harvest mature plant roots in the spring or fall when the ground is moist. Harvest roots from new plants anytime before they flower. Early morning or late day in the third quarter of the moon is best if you intend on storing. Soak roots to loosen soil and clean thoroughly. Cut them in quarters lengthways then dice. Lay between paper bags or sun dry to store.
Pairs well with #burdock #ginger #chicory #licorice #milkthistle #anise #cinnamon #tumeric

Chamomile

There are 3 types of chamomile and they all share the same properties. It is commonly used for indigestion, heartburn, insomnia, anxiety, stress, headache, and irritable bowel syndrome. An infusion can be topically use to cleanse and relieve the discomfort of insect bites, wounds, itching, and other skin irritations. Or orally for mouth ulcers and canker sores. It even helps control periodontal diseases. Used with witch hazel, it can even help eczema. For children chamomile tea to treat eye infections such as pinkeye and blocked tear-ducts. Many people believe that chamomile improves the elasticity of the skin, thus improving the aging complexion. When sipped slowly while nursing a baby, the tea can help prevent baby's colic and promote peaceful rest. Chamomile is known to increase production of white blood cells, stimulates the memory and respiratory system, and helps overcome exhaustion, fights fungal invaders, soothes upset stomachs, helps mend torn tissue, kills staphylococcus and streptococcus bacteria, and generally protects and heals the body.
Our organically homegrown chamomile is featured in the facial toners, massage oil and herbal tea blends.

New Videos on Herbalism Basics

Herbaceutikals Now in Shop

Hey folks stop by Beacon Natural Market and shop #herbaceutikals They are a one stop Health shop with everything you need for home and kitchen. 348 Main Street Beacon NY

Garden Tour

Hey folks I put together a video on spring #companionplanting and #successivegardening just at the peak of my spring garden. In the video I discuss my planting methods, pairing, and a few other things. Enjoy http://youtu.be/X4Bk-SMgY1U

Cleaning Vinager Video

Hey folks this video is super super overdue as you can see from the bare trees but it's a timeless #recipe we use everyday in the house. The #herbal #cleaningvinegar . Finally got it up on #YouTube a few minutes ago. Check it out and try it out ! 🌿🌿🌿🌿 http://youtu.be/ZvIwxSJvJfo

Yummy Cake

Made some yummy cake☺️☺️☺️
Used 2 coconuts, cup of almonds, 2 tbsp molasses, 8 dates and 1tsp cinnamon to make milk earlier. Saved the pulp for this #recipe
Mixed 1cup spelt flour with
2tbsp arrow root
1tsp baking powder
1cup diced dates
Added the flour mix to the moist coco almond mix.
Greased pans with coconut oil and baked 20 minutes at 350

Product review

@greeniebeauty thanks for the honest reviews!! Everything is in new & improved packaging so no more battles with opening messy tins;) check out the full article at www.greeniebeauty.com

Quick Pickle

Dreaming of #nachos lately and still have lots of canned salsa from the fall harvest left. Hot water canned foods have a 1 year shelf life so time to finish it all up!
Don't #pickle #jalapenos last year so I made some real quick #recipe

Fill mason jar with thinly sliced peppers to neck.
Add 1/2 tsp sea salt
Fill halfway with apple cider vinegar
Fill to neck with cold water
Cap with plastic lid
Shake Shake Shake
Will taste great overnight,
Use within the month.
Can also add onions, scallions, carrots, cucumbers, pretty much anything, get creative !

Plant Identification

Teaching the little one to identify plantain leaves and how to harvest them. We only take a third of a patch at a time. Also known as white man'a foot by the Native American Indians, plantago major is one of the most important ingredients in the healing skin salve.
"The leaves are also used to dress wounds, dog and insect bites, to stop bleeding and prevent infections. Held in the mouth it heals ulcers, strengthens the gums, relieves throat infections, irritations, coughs and nosebleeds. A poultice of the fresh leaves cures herpes, especially on the face, syphilitic sores and parasitic skin diseases. It is also good for teething babies."- Rashan Abdul Hakim

Repurpose Rosemary

Taking it slow this morning And taking the time to cut select sprigs from this dried #rosemary bush to use as #bbq skewers. Open fire cooking is all we do in the summer🌿🌿🌿
"Arabian physicians used rosemary to comfort the brain, strengthen the memory, and restore speech...in times of epidemic and plagues in Europe, rosemary was burned, and simmered in open pots to kill germs and viruses in the air thus preventing them from spreading. Rosemary was the key in controlling the spread of disease in Europe because it's ability to kill airborn germs on contact made it a natural germicide and disinfectant."- Rashan Abdul Hakim

Healing Skin

Fresh batch of healing salve at different stages of hardening. I personally keep about 4 jars on hand at all times. Bedside, first aid kit, handbag, glove compartment. Something I never leave home without. So useful for about anything that goes wrong. Headaches, nausea, cuts, burns, bites, stings, rashes, pulled muscles, sores, sprains, inflammation, eczema, dry skin, mild sunscreen. Maybe I should call it #healall 4 herbs, in extra virgin olive oil & Virgin #coconutoil a little beeswax and some potent essential oils to soothe and heal . Buy some here.

Bug Repellant

Bugs don't like smoke. If you don't have citronella, put some Sage & Frankincense in the air.

Majestic Sage

Beautiful garden #sage bush I had to prune at the new plot. So much sage, so little time..
Sage has one of the longest histories of use of any culinary or medicinal herb. Ancient Egyptians used it as a fertility drug (Bown, 1995). In the first century C.E. Greek physician Dioscorides reported that the aqueous decoction of sage stopped bleeding of wounds and cleaned ulcers and sores. He also recommended sage juice in warm water for hoarseness and coughs. It was used by herbalists externally to treat sprains, swelling, ulcers, and bleeding. Internally, a tea made from sage leaves has had a long history of use to treat sore throats and coughs; often by gargling. It was also used by herbalists for rheumatism, excessive menstrual bleeding, and to dry up a mother's milk when nursing was stopped. It was particularly noted for strengthening the nervous system, improving memory, and sharpening the senses. Sage was officially listed in the United States Pharmacopoeia from 1840 to 1900.

Warming Tea Blend

 

 

Spicy Kukicha tea to start the dAy. #ginger #anise #licorice #cinnamon #plantbased #medicinal
Kukicha, also known as twig tea or 3 year tea, is aged after harvest and roasted. #Kukicha #tea is also known as three years tea because the stems and branches that are used to do it have been in the tea plant for at least three years, so they have lost virtually all of the caffeine (only kukicha tea is between 0.5 and 1% caffeine) but, however, have absorbed all the minerals and vitamins around them.
Twig tea has more than twice the vitamin C of oranges and very high in calcium.

Kukicha is also high in: • Iron
• Zinc
• Selenium
• Copper
• Manganese
• Fluoride
• B vitamins
• Vitamin A
• Theanine
• Catechins
• Flavonoids
• Amino acids

It is a really alkalizing drink, Neutralizing the acidity and tannins kukicha contributes to proper digestion of grains and vegetables, enhancing its benefits and vitamins.
It has a high calcium content: a cup of tea contains up to 13 times more calcium than a glass of milk

Seed Starting

The #bokchoy planted in Sundays video was the first to sprout up. #Kale and #turnips showed their leaves later in the day. How to thin seedlings coming up next...

http://youtu.be/2UaPDHrOEpY

Almond Hemp Milk

See the How to Video Here :https://youtu.be/L5bYlkUyYmk

Seed Saving

The grow season is starting off with finishing up last seasons seed sorting. Getting all the Calendulas ready for spring ;)

Beeswax Candles

Simple. Beeswax, coconut, cotton candles

Love Yourself

Lots of new goodies available

Summer Flowers

Lavender in Witch Hazel and Calendula . Some of the flower power in the Facial Toner

Herbal Tooth Powder

Herbal Mint Tooth Powder is made with a powerful blend of herbs that not only freshen bad breath and whiten teeth but also maintain healthy and disease free gums and teeth. The herbs are antibacterial, antiseptic, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory; used for centuries to maintain oral health. Most of the herbs work to prevent and heal oral infections or disease including cavities, gingivitis, plaque and periodontitis (an inflammatory disease that can destroy the bones, gums, and tissue that maintain teeth). The herbs are balanced with essential oils such as Tea Tree which is a potent antimicrobial that also fights bacteria causing tooth decay and gum disease including gingivitis.

Happy February!

Herbaceutikals x Indie Beauty Shop

 

Very Pleased to announce that Indie Beauty Shop is offering Herbaceutikals products! The great thing about Indie Beauty is that they only represent independent brands who practice green ethics such as 

- Natural (Minimum 90% Natural Ingredients)
- Organic (Contains a Minimum 50% Organic Ingredients)
- Cruelty Free
- Gluten Free
- Vegan (All pant derived - No animal by-products)
They encourage consumer awareness on the products you put on your skin. All of their products are free of: Parabens, SLS, Phthalates and Silicones  at a BARE MINIMUM.
In all they represent a few lines that offer about all the personal care products a person may need. Check them out at : www.indiebeautyshop.com

Arnica Montana

Native Americans referred to arnica as mountain tobacco and leopard’s bane, and used the plant for sprains, bruises and wounds. In the 19th and 20th centuries, physicians and health practitioners used arnica for contusions, bruised muscles, painful breasts, chronic sores and abscesses.
Arnica is available both as a herbal oil or homeopathic cream, however herbal preparations have shown much better results than homeopathic products when tested in lab studies. Arnica oils, gels and creams are the most popular herbal sports medicines. It is very effective if used immediately after an injury. Arnica accelerates the healing process by moving waste-bound fluids out and moving cleansing fluids and platelets into the affected area. The anti-inflamatory properties of arnica are  due to its sesquiterpene lactones. These chemicals cause a reduction of inflammation by blocking the actions of pro-inflammatory cytokines.

The antimicrobial properties of arnica make it useful for minor skin irritations where infection is possible. Topical use for  sprains, bruises, aches, sore muscles, hematoma, dislocations, contusions, edema due to fracture, rheumatic muscle and joint problems, cerebral trauma, headaches, paresis, semiparesis, inflammation due to insect bites, and superficial phlebitis, bacterial infections, skin cancer, bronchitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis. Arnica should not be applied to broken or burned skin.

Get your Bone, Muscle & Joint salve which containes Arnica, Comfrey, Cayenne and other healing herbs & essential oils here 

Get your Bone, Muscle & Joint salve which containes Arnica, Comfrey, Cayenne and other healing herbs & essential oils here 

Thank you for being with us this year and supporting the growth of our mission to spread herbal healing and natural medicine to all! Visit www.Herbaceutikals.com to learn about all the new products and have some sent straight to your home. At check out use code NYL30OFF to receive 30% off your order total. Each and every package will arrive with a special gift and lots of good vibes to get the year going right ;)
Love Life and Be Well Fam