Hi Dellana, Thanks so much for pointing that out. You're right, they are different! It is borax that is used when making a lotion. So sorry about the confusion, and thanks for pointing it out. We will try to fix that in the video. Warmly, Elaine

@@greenpathherbschool - Thanks for the quick response! I'm glad I asked! 😊

Thanks! So glad you're enjoying them. :)

Thanks for asking for clarification. You're right, they aren't the same. I'm talking about borax. Make sure you get a pure source! :)

@@greenpathherbschool thank you for clarifying that.

It's our pleasure!

Hummm... Glycerites are more fragile than alcohol extracts. I can't smell it, of course, but I'd be careful with that and probably throw it away if you aren't sure. Good luck!

@@greenpathherbschool pretty sure i had some powdery mildew on the leaves I infused with flowers. Probably not toxic, but definitely not palatable.

Yep, that is just fine! You can also shake your jar if it is sealed well and not too hot.

Thanks, Kaely. I'm so glad you found it helpful! Thanks for letting me know about the link. You can get the menstrual map here: awc32f5.aweb.page/p/2170973a-b25e-49e5-9cc2-373752c5f481

You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful.

Hi Sonila, yes, you can make a vanilla glycerite. :)

The best way to determine this is to weigh a sample, dry it, and then weigh it again. The difference between the two is the amount of water in the plant.

@@elainesheff1228 thanks

You are so welcome! :)

Hi Holly, The flowers are pretty small. I encourage you to look this year, probably mid summer. Warmly, Elaine

Thank you Evon! Yes, kelp is such a good one for iodine, I agree!

Thanks, Evon. Glad you enjoyed the video. All the best to you! Elaine

It can be used for both fresh or dried herbs. Some herbs don't extract as well in glycerin, so I recommend researching your individual plant before proceeding. :)

You're so welcome! I think you are right on track, Angie! Skin issues usually start deeper in the body. And, the skin is the largest organ, so it's really important to soothe it and keep it as healthy as possible. :)

Yes, it's such a good one!

Yes, you can also use vinegar or even vegetable oil. Another way to extract herbs is simply to make a tea. But each herbal has constituents that are best extracted in certain mediums. Is it water soluble? Does it extract well into a fixed oil such as vegetable oil? So learning about the plant can help you determine how to best use it. Alcohol generally extracts and preserves "most" constituents well, but even that has limitations. For example, alcohol doesn't extract minerals well (making a tea is much better for this). I hope that helps! I know it's a complex subject. :)

Hi Alissa, great question. You really don't have to have lots of different kinds of oils, although like you said, each has its unique healing and nutritive qualities. What you basically need is the right ratio of lipid (oil) based ingredients to water-soluble ingredients. I hope that helps! Elaine

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I think that would work well for non-aromatic plants, but would not hold in the volatile oils for plants high in essential oils.

Hi Ria, Unfortunately I have no experience growing turmeric. Sorry!

Hi Sarah, if the containers are new, they should be fine to use as is. When I reuse my containers, I just wash well with soap and water and dry thoroughly, or run them through the dishwasher. :)

@@greenpathherbschool thank you

Tay, I have never tried this. I imagine it would work. Maybe a 1part fruit powder to 5 parts glycerine? If you try it, let me know how it goes! Elaine

Herbs generally last a couple hours in the body. I know of no research on the half life of lemon balm.

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Jake, I'm so glad to hear that, and glad you like the information!

I'm glad, Jake. Thanks for the feedback.

Martha, You can just pour boiling water over it and let it steep.

It may help with the pain of arthritis, but I don't think it will help with bone degeneration.

Welcome, Wan! So glad you found us. :)

If so, how long or what is the longest amount of time that the herb and glycerin can soak/sit?

The heat will extract quicker and more thoroughly, taking around a day or less. You can just let it sit for a few weeks (4-6) but it won't do quite as good a job. It would be interesting for you to do one of each and see which one you prefer.

@@antoniobaleanu319 There is no exact time. Dry herbs can "sit" for months if you don't need them. I'd get fresh herbs out in less time (4-6 weeks tops) as the water in them makes them more likely to grow mold, etc.

Hi Lanette, yes, it is fine to heat glycerin. And you are right, it goes much faster that way!

Also, can you drink alcohol while using feverfew?

I don't see why not.

Yes, I think that would be great!

water is generally used to extract more of the water-soluble constituents in the plant, such as minerals.