Our Tinctures

BLENDS

Immortal

TRIPLE POLYPORE + TRIPLE EXTRACTION

  • Oregon Reishi (G. oregonense)**, Red-Belted Conk (F. pinicola)**, Turkey Tail (T. versicolor)**.

    **This indicates a wild-harvested ingredient. All fungi were wild-harvested in the Stilliguamish River Valley.

  • These 3 mycelial elders contain some of the most powerful medicinal compounds found in the forests of the Pacific Northwest. Together, these polypores provide comprehensive, whole-body support for fortifying & regulating the immune system, reducing the negative effects of stress on the body, promoting vitality & resilience, and supporting various organ systems including the heart & lungs. Using the Radical Mycology triple extraction method, we extract both alcohol and water soluble compounds from fresh, wild-harvested mushrooms. Reishi, Turkey Tail, and Red-Belted Conk all have compounds that have been found to prevent and fight cancer. Medicinal compounds include: tripertinoids, beta-glucan polysaccharides, polysaccharide-krestin (PSK) and polysaccharide-peptide (PSP), and 11-α- acetoxykhivorin. If you are interested in reading concrete studies on the medicinal and anti-cancer properties of these mushrooms, please visit Mushroom References; I also suggest the book The Fungal Pharmacy by Robert Rogers.

  • What are tinctures?

    Tinctures are concentrated extracts of plants, often involving multiple extraction processes to harness both alcohol & water soluble medicinal constituents/chemical compounds. Most of our tinctures undergo a dual-extraction process, while some tinctures are prepared through a process called spagyrics, which is the herbal medicine branch of the alchemical tradition. Spagyrics is an incredibly involved and complex extraction process, including: extraction of the plant hydrosol, fermenting the plant material into wine, distillation, and calcination (extracting the salts of the plant). 

    When do I use tinctures?

    Tinctures have many applications. Starting with the question “What is my goal?” can help you get the most out of your herbal tincture. Tinctures can be used in more acute circumstances where immediate relief or effect is needed, i.e. having a headache/migraine, experiencing muscular or joint pain, needing support for a stressful day, etc. Other ways that folks work with tinctures is to integrate it into their daily health routine, working with it like a daily supplement. 

    How do I use a tincture?

    Always shake your tincture thoroughly before use. While our tinctures often go through multiple strains through cheesecloth to remove particles/plant material, sediment or natural separation of the herbs may occur. It is always recommended to start with small doses (5 drops a day, sometimes 2-3x per day) and noticing any changes that might occur and/or achieving desired results. Herbal medicine can be subtle but powerful, and every body interacts with different herbs in its own unique way. For daily use, 2 droppers (15-30 drops) is also acceptable. For more acute situations, it is still recommended to start with 5 drops, slowly increasing dosage every 15-20 minutes until desired effect is achieved. If relief is not emerging after 2-3 droppers, perhaps the tincture isn’t what your body needed today, and/or the formula might not be speaking to your unique needs. For example, “stress” is a common reason folks turn to herbal tinctures, but the cause of stress, as well as the physiological impacts on the body, will differ for every person. 

    What if I don’t want to take the tincture on my tongue directly? 

    While most practitioners recommend tinctures on or under the tongue to go straight to the bloodstream, as the common saying goes - the best kind of medicine is the one you take. If you need to dilute your tincture in a small cup of juice or water, please do so! I recommend using the smallest amount of water that you can, preferably <0.5 oz.

    What if it doesn’t work?

    Often the challenge with herbal products is they are more generalized formulas, however, bodies are unique and complex. Addressing similar symptoms from one person to the next may require addressing different & unique systemic reasons as to why the symptoms are surfacing. Some plants may express affinities for different people, while not wanting to work with others. If you do not love your product within 2 weeks of buying it, please know we have a complete guarantee - you can return it at market for a full refund or exchange it for something else. If you do not live in the area, please send me an email at woodsmansdaughterpnw@gmail.com, and we can come up with a solution.

    I also do personal herbal consultations and custom formulations to help address & meet your specific needs.

Nootropic

STRESS MANAGEMENT + NEUROREGENERATION + NERVOUS SYSTEM SUPPORT

  • Lion’s mane mushroom*, reishi mushroom (G. oregonense)**, holy tulsi basil, chaga mushroom (USA sustainably wildcrafted), milky oat buds*, lemon balm*, st. john’s wort*, passionflower, chamomile*, schisandra berry, blue spirulina, white willow bark.

    *This indicates a PNW organically grown ingredient.

    **This indicates a PNW wild-harvested ingredient (Coastal Mugwort harvested by Friends of the Trees Farm, linked below).

    Herbs from this blend are sourced from the following farms/distributors:

  • Our Nootropic Blend is one of my favorite formulations, working with multiple systems of the body. It supports cognitive regeneration, a healthy nervous system, and a body that is more resilient to the physiological impacts of stress, which has benefits for every system in the body. Nootropics are herbs that are specifically known for their neuroregenerative properties, helping grow neural pathways, protect them, improve cognitive function, and more. Numerous herbal traditions find that nootropics are best paired with nervines and adaptogens. Nervines are herbs that have an affinity for the nervous system, often helping reduce inflammation, pull the nervous system out of a “fight/flight” cycle, and overall calming it. Adaptogens are herbs that reduce the physiological impact of stress on the body overall. The impact of stress on the body can vary from person to person, for example, stress might impact the digestive system of one person resulting in indigestion or ulcers, while it may cause heart palpitations or high blood pressure for another. Adaptogens often are known for their more “generalized” approach to the body, going to wherever they are needed, and considered safe for almost everyone.

  • What are tinctures?

    Tinctures are concentrated extracts of plants, often involving multiple extraction processes to harness both alcohol & water soluble medicinal constituents/chemical compounds. Most of our tinctures undergo a dual-extraction process, while some tinctures are prepared through a process called spagyrics, which is the herbal medicine branch of the alchemical tradition. Spagyrics is an incredibly involved and complex extraction process, including: extraction of the plant hydrosol, fermenting the plant material into wine, distillation, and calcination (extracting the salts of the plant). 

    When do I use tinctures?

    Tinctures have many applications. Starting with the question “What is my goal?” can help you get the most out of your herbal tincture. Tinctures can be used in more acute circumstances where immediate relief or effect is needed, i.e. having a headache/migraine, experiencing muscular or joint pain, needing support for a stressful day, etc. Other ways that folks work with tinctures is to integrate it into their daily health routine, working with it like a daily supplement. 

    How do I use a tincture?

    Always shake your tincture thoroughly before use. While our tinctures often go through multiple strains through cheesecloth to remove particles/plant material, sediment or natural separation of the herbs may occur. It is always recommended to start with small doses (5 drops a day, sometimes 2-3x per day) and noticing any changes that might occur and/or achieving desired results. Herbal medicine can be subtle but powerful, and every body interacts with different herbs in its own unique way. For daily use, 2 droppers (15-30 drops) is also acceptable. For more acute situations, it is still recommended to start with 5 drops, slowly increasing dosage every 15-20 minutes until desired effect is achieved. If relief is not emerging after 2-3 droppers, perhaps the tincture isn’t what your body needed today, and/or the formula might not be speaking to your unique needs. For example, “stress” is a common reason folks turn to herbal tinctures, but the cause of stress, as well as the physiological impacts on the body, will differ for every person. 

    What if I don’t want to take the tincture on my tongue directly? 

    While most practitioners recommend tinctures on or under the tongue to go straight to the bloodstream, as the common saying goes - the best kind of medicine is the one you take. If you need to dilute your tincture in a small cup of juice or water, please do so! I recommend using the smallest amount of water that you can, preferably <0.5 oz.

    What if it doesn’t work?

    Often the challenge with herbal products is they are more generalized formulas, however, bodies are unique and complex. Addressing similar symptoms from one person to the next may require addressing different & unique systemic reasons as to why the symptoms are surfacing. Some plants may express affinities for different people, while not wanting to work with others. If you do not love your product within 2 weeks of buying it, please know we have a complete guarantee - you can return it at market for a full refund or exchange it for something else. If you do not live in the area, please send me an email at woodsmansdaughterpnw@gmail.com, and we can come up with a solution.

    I also do personal herbal consultations and custom formulations to help address & meet your specific needs.

Image: “Specimens of Fancy Turning” (1869) by artist Edward J. Woolsey

Detox

LIVER SUPPORT + DETOXIFICATION

  • Milky oat buds*, nettles*, dandelion leaf*, dandelion root*, burdock root*, oregon grape root*, calendula*, cardamom, orange peel, black pepper.

    *This indicates a PNW organically grown ingredient.

    Herbs from this blend are sourced from the following farms/distributors:

  • Detox is a gentle but incredibly effective herbal formulation for a full-body internal cleanse. Detox is formulated to support our body’s natural detoxification processes, cleansing and nourishing the liver & kidneys, as well as the fluids of the body (blood + other fluids).

    Many types of inflammation can be attributed to the build up of toxins and waste in the body; often these substances are not the result of environmental toxins (as we often think about when we think of), but rather simply metabolic waste and other forms of waste that are the result of our body’s natural processes. When these wastes accumulate in the system, our liver & kidneys can have a hard time performing optimally.

    Detox Tea, while a superb universal detoxification & cleanse blend, may be particularly beneficial for folks dealing with chronic skin issues such as eczema, or folks dealing with bacterial or fungal infections.

    *Please note: Some of the herbs in this tea blend are “diueretic” in nature, meaning they help eliminate excess waste and water in the body through urination.

  • What are tinctures?

    Tinctures are concentrated extracts of plants, often involving multiple extraction processes to harness both alcohol & water soluble medicinal constituents/chemical compounds. Most of our tinctures undergo a dual-extraction process, while some tinctures are prepared through a process called spagyrics, which is the herbal medicine branch of the alchemical tradition. Spagyrics is an incredibly involved and complex extraction process, including: extraction of the plant hydrosol, fermenting the plant material into wine, distillation, and calcination (extracting the salts of the plant). 

    When do I use tinctures?

    Tinctures have many applications. Starting with the question “What is my goal?” can help you get the most out of your herbal tincture. Tinctures can be used in more acute circumstances where immediate relief or effect is needed, i.e. having a headache/migraine, experiencing muscular or joint pain, needing support for a stressful day, etc. Other ways that folks work with tinctures is to integrate it into their daily health routine, working with it like a daily supplement. 

    How do I use a tincture?

    Always shake your tincture thoroughly before use. While our tinctures often go through multiple strains through cheesecloth to remove particles/plant material, sediment or natural separation of the herbs may occur. It is always recommended to start with small doses (5 drops a day, sometimes 2-3x per day) and noticing any changes that might occur and/or achieving desired results. Herbal medicine can be subtle but powerful, and every body interacts with different herbs in its own unique way. For daily use, 2 droppers (15-30 drops) is also acceptable. For more acute situations, it is still recommended to start with 5 drops, slowly increasing dosage every 15-20 minutes until desired effect is achieved. If relief is not emerging after 2-3 droppers, perhaps the tincture isn’t what your body needed today, and/or the formula might not be speaking to your unique needs. For example, “stress” is a common reason folks turn to herbal tinctures, but the cause of stress, as well as the physiological impacts on the body, will differ for every person. 

    What if I don’t want to take the tincture on my tongue directly? 

    While most practitioners recommend tinctures on or under the tongue to go straight to the bloodstream, as the common saying goes - the best kind of medicine is the one you take. If you need to dilute your tincture in a small cup of juice or water, please do so! I recommend using the smallest amount of water that you can, preferably <0.5 oz.

    What if it doesn’t work?

    Often the challenge with herbal products is they are more generalized formulas, however, bodies are unique and complex. Addressing similar symptoms from one person to the next may require addressing different & unique systemic reasons as to why the symptoms are surfacing. Some plants may express affinities for different people, while not wanting to work with others. If you do not love your product within 2 weeks of buying it, please know we have a complete guarantee - you can return it at market for a full refund or exchange it for something else. If you do not live in the area, please send me an email at woodsmansdaughterpnw@gmail.com, and we can come up with a solution.

    I also do personal herbal consultations and custom formulations to help address & meet your specific needs.

Open Heart

CARDIOVASCULAR SUPPORT + BLOOD MOVING

  • Hawthorn berry**, Reishi mushroom (Ganoderma oregonense)**, Columbian hawthorn berry**, yarrow**, nettle leaf**, milky oats*, rose*, schisandra berry, goji berry, angelica, chinese yam, grain alcohol (Everclear), mountain spring water (Oregon Cascade Mountains).

    ** This indicates a PNW wild-harvested ingredient. Harvest locations include: Central Cascade Mountain Foothills, Dungeness River Valley.

    *This indicates a PNW organically grown ingredient.

    Herbs from this blend are sourced from the following farms/distributors:

  • Open Heart is a tincture formulated specifically for the cardiovascular system, and the different systems in the body that facilitate the movement of blood. Hawthorn berry is well known in Western herbal tradition as a cardiotonic, toning the muscles of the heart, potentially lowering blood pressure, and overall helping relieve the physiological impact of stress on the heart itself. Additionally, this blend also includes herbs that help move, cleanse, and nourish the blood, including the yarrow, nettle, and angelica.

  • What are tinctures?

    Tinctures are concentrated extracts of plants, often involving multiple extraction processes to harness both alcohol & water soluble medicinal constituents/chemical compounds. Most of our tinctures undergo a dual-extraction process, while some tinctures are prepared through a process called spagyrics, which is the herbal medicine branch of the alchemical tradition. Spagyrics is an incredibly involved and complex extraction process, including: extraction of the plant hydrosol, fermenting the plant material into wine, distillation, and calcination (extracting the salts of the plant). 

    When do I use tinctures?

    Tinctures have many applications. Starting with the question “What is my goal?” can help you get the most out of your herbal tincture. Tinctures can be used in more acute circumstances where immediate relief or effect is needed, i.e. having a headache/migraine, experiencing muscular or joint pain, needing support for a stressful day, etc. Other ways that folks work with tinctures is to integrate it into their daily health routine, working with it like a daily supplement. 

    How do I use a tincture?

    Always shake your tincture thoroughly before use. While our tinctures often go through multiple strains through cheesecloth to remove particles/plant material, sediment or natural separation of the herbs may occur. It is always recommended to start with small doses (5 drops a day, sometimes 2-3x per day) and noticing any changes that might occur and/or achieving desired results. Herbal medicine can be subtle but powerful, and every body interacts with different herbs in its own unique way. For daily use, 2 droppers (15-30 drops) is also acceptable. For more acute situations, it is still recommended to start with 5 drops, slowly increasing dosage every 15-20 minutes until desired effect is achieved. If relief is not emerging after 2-3 droppers, perhaps the tincture isn’t what your body needed today, and/or the formula might not be speaking to your unique needs. For example, “stress” is a common reason folks turn to herbal tinctures, but the cause of stress, as well as the physiological impacts on the body, will differ for every person. 

    What if I don’t want to take the tincture on my tongue directly? 

    While most practitioners recommend tinctures on or under the tongue to go straight to the bloodstream, as the common saying goes - the best kind of medicine is the one you take. If you need to dilute your tincture in a small cup of juice or water, please do so! I recommend using the smallest amount of water that you can, preferably <0.5 oz.

    What if it doesn’t work?

    Often the challenge with herbal products is they are more generalized formulas, however, bodies are unique and complex. Addressing similar symptoms from one person to the next may require addressing different & unique systemic reasons as to why the symptoms are surfacing. Some plants may express affinities for different people, while not wanting to work with others. If you do not love your product within 2 weeks of buying it, please know we have a complete guarantee - you can return it at market for a full refund or exchange it for something else. If you do not live in the area, please send me an email at woodsmansdaughterpnw@gmail.com, and we can come up with a solution.

    I also do personal herbal consultations and custom formulations to help address & meet your specific needs.

Portal Tender

REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH + BLOOD CLEANSE & BUILD + HORMONES

  • Milky oat buds*, red raspberry leaf*, mugwort (A. ludoviciana, A. suksdorfii)**, nettle leaf**, hawthorn berries**, angelica root*, goji berry, schisandra berry, wild yam (American wildcrafted), jujubee, cinnamon, grain alcohol (Everclear), mountain spring water (Oregon Cascade Mountains).

    ** This indicates a PNW wild-harvested ingredient. Harvest locations include: Central Cascade Mountain Foothills, Dungeness River Valley.

    *This indicates a PNW organically grown ingredient.

    Herbs from this blend are sourced from the following farms/distributors:

  • Portal Tender is a powerful blend to help address common imbalances in the female reproductive system, throughout all stages of life. It is appropriate to use throughout all phases of your menstrual cycle, or to provide support for, or alleviate symptoms associated with peri-menopause and menopause. The primary focus of Portal Tender is the blood, helping cleanse and eliminate excess waste being carried in the blood, dispelling blood stagnation and improving circulation & movement of the blood, nourishing the blood, warming dampness and cold in the uterus, and much more. Additionally, the blend may help harmonize and balance the hormones, and help alleviate various symptoms not only associated with PMS, but also with peri-menopause and the onset of menopause. Hormone fluctuations and imbalances can result in a variety of issues, all of which Portal Tender has been formulated to address on various levels.

  • What are tinctures?

    Tinctures are concentrated extracts of plants, often involving multiple extraction processes to harness both alcohol & water soluble medicinal constituents/chemical compounds. Most of our tinctures undergo a dual-extraction process, while some tinctures are prepared through a process called spagyrics, which is the herbal medicine branch of the alchemical tradition. Spagyrics is an incredibly involved and complex extraction process, including: extraction of the plant hydrosol, fermenting the plant material into wine, distillation, and calcination (extracting the salts of the plant). 

    When do I use tinctures?

    Tinctures have many applications. Starting with the question “What is my goal?” can help you get the most out of your herbal tincture. Tinctures can be used in more acute circumstances where immediate relief or effect is needed, i.e. having a headache/migraine, experiencing muscular or joint pain, needing support for a stressful day, etc. Other ways that folks work with tinctures is to integrate it into their daily health routine, working with it like a daily supplement. 

    How do I use a tincture?

    Always shake your tincture thoroughly before use. While our tinctures often go through multiple strains through cheesecloth to remove particles/plant material, sediment or natural separation of the herbs may occur. It is always recommended to start with small doses (5 drops a day, sometimes 2-3x per day) and noticing any changes that might occur and/or achieving desired results. Herbal medicine can be subtle but powerful, and every body interacts with different herbs in its own unique way. For daily use, 2 droppers (15-30 drops) is also acceptable. For more acute situations, it is still recommended to start with 5 drops, slowly increasing dosage every 15-20 minutes until desired effect is achieved. If relief is not emerging after 2-3 droppers, perhaps the tincture isn’t what your body needed today, and/or the formula might not be speaking to your unique needs. For example, “stress” is a common reason folks turn to herbal tinctures, but the cause of stress, as well as the physiological impacts on the body, will differ for every person. 

    What if I don’t want to take the tincture on my tongue directly? 

    While most practitioners recommend tinctures on or under the tongue to go straight to the bloodstream, as the common saying goes - the best kind of medicine is the one you take. If you need to dilute your tincture in a small cup of juice or water, please do so! I recommend using the smallest amount of water that you can, preferably <0.5 oz.

    What if it doesn’t work?

    Often the challenge with herbal products is they are more generalized formulas, however, bodies are unique and complex. Addressing similar symptoms from one person to the next may require addressing different & unique systemic reasons as to why the symptoms are surfacing. Some plants may express affinities for different people, while not wanting to work with others. If you do not love your product within 2 weeks of buying it, please know we have a complete guarantee - you can return it at market for a full refund or exchange it for something else. If you do not live in the area, please send me an email at woodsmansdaughterpnw@gmail.com, and we can come up with a solution.

    I also do personal herbal consultations and custom formulations to help address & meet your specific needs.

Image: Artist Refael Idan Suissa

CALM WITHIN

SUPPORT FOR EMOTIONAL STRESS

  • Reishi mushroom** (Stilliguamish River Valley), hawthorn berries** (Puget Sound), holy tulsi basil*, lemon*, milky oats*, st. john’s wort** (Klickitat River Valley), chamomile*, passionflower, schisandra berry, white willow bark.

    ** This indicates a PNW wild-harvested ingredient. Harvest locations include: Central Cascade Mountain Foothills, Dungeness River Valley.

    *This indicates a PNW organically grown ingredient.

    Herbs from this blend are sourced from the following farms/distributors:

  • Calm Within was formulated as a gentle ally in times of emotional distress. Soothing to the heart and the nervous system, Calm Within works on physiological, emotional, and psychological levels. While the cumulative stress of daily life can pose its own challenges, this tincture was formulated to assist with times when we are experiencing intense moments of emotional pain, grief, distress, etc.

  • What are tinctures?

    Tinctures are concentrated extracts of plants, often involving multiple extraction processes to harness both alcohol & water soluble medicinal constituents/chemical compounds. Most of our tinctures undergo a dual-extraction process, while some tinctures are prepared through a process called spagyrics, which is the herbal medicine branch of the alchemical tradition. Spagyrics is an incredibly involved and complex extraction process, including: extraction of the plant hydrosol, fermenting the plant material into wine, distillation, and calcination (extracting the salts of the plant). 

    When do I use tinctures?

    Tinctures have many applications. Starting with the question “What is my goal?” can help you get the most out of your herbal tincture. Tinctures can be used in more acute circumstances where immediate relief or effect is needed, i.e. having a headache/migraine, experiencing muscular or joint pain, needing support for a stressful day, etc. Other ways that folks work with tinctures is to integrate it into their daily health routine, working with it like a daily supplement. 

    How do I use a tincture?

    Always shake your tincture thoroughly before use. While our tinctures often go through multiple strains through cheesecloth to remove particles/plant material, sediment or natural separation of the herbs may occur. It is always recommended to start with small doses (5 drops a day, sometimes 2-3x per day) and noticing any changes that might occur and/or achieving desired results. Herbal medicine can be subtle but powerful, and every body interacts with different herbs in its own unique way. For daily use, 2 droppers (15-30 drops) is also acceptable. For more acute situations, it is still recommended to start with 5 drops, slowly increasing dosage every 15-20 minutes until desired effect is achieved. If relief is not emerging after 2-3 droppers, perhaps the tincture isn’t what your body needed today, and/or the formula might not be speaking to your unique needs. For example, “stress” is a common reason folks turn to herbal tinctures, but the cause of stress, as well as the physiological impacts on the body, will differ for every person. 

    What if I don’t want to take the tincture on my tongue directly? 

    While most practitioners recommend tinctures on or under the tongue to go straight to the bloodstream, as the common saying goes - the best kind of medicine is the one you take. If you need to dilute your tincture in a small cup of juice or water, please do so! I recommend using the smallest amount of water that you can, preferably <0.5 oz.

    What if it doesn’t work?

    Often the challenge with herbal products is they are more generalized formulas, however, bodies are unique and complex. Addressing similar symptoms from one person to the next may require addressing different & unique systemic reasons as to why the symptoms are surfacing. Some plants may express affinities for different people, while not wanting to work with others. If you do not love your product within 2 weeks of buying it, please know we have a complete guarantee - you can return it at market for a full refund or exchange it for something else. If you do not live in the area, please send me an email at woodsmansdaughterpnw@gmail.com, and we can come up with a solution.

    I also do personal herbal consultations and custom formulations to help address & meet your specific needs.

Image: Artist Angela Lane “Supralateral Acts”

Alchemy of the Whole

CHRONIC ILLNESS + TRAUMA & TRANSFORMATION + BOUNDARIES

  • St. John’s Wort** (Central Cascade Foothills), Pacific Bleeding Heart** (root, leaf, flower) (Skagit River Valley), Devil’s Club Root** (Skykomish River Valley), Mugwort (A. ludoviciana)** (Central Cascade Foothills), Red Clover** (Snoqualmie River Valley), Rose** (Central Cascade Foothills), Pink Yarrow** (Central Cascade Foothills), Pink Yarrow flower essence** (Central Cascade Foothills), Astragalus Root, St. John’s Wort flower essence** (Central Cascade Foothills).

  • Calm Within was formulated as a gentle ally in times of emotional distress. Soothing to the heart and the nervous system, Calm Within works on physiological, emotional, and psychological levels. While the cumulative stress of daily life can pose its own challenges, this tincture was formulated to assist with times when we are experiencing intense moments of emotional pain, grief, distress, etc.

  • What are tinctures?

    Tinctures are concentrated extracts of plants, often involving multiple extraction processes to harness both alcohol & water soluble medicinal constituents/chemical compounds. Most of our tinctures undergo a dual-extraction process, while some tinctures are prepared through a process called spagyrics, which is the herbal medicine branch of the alchemical tradition. Spagyrics is an incredibly involved and complex extraction process, including: extraction of the plant hydrosol, fermenting the plant material into wine, distillation, and calcination (extracting the salts of the plant). 

    When do I use tinctures?

    Tinctures have many applications. Starting with the question “What is my goal?” can help you get the most out of your herbal tincture. Tinctures can be used in more acute circumstances where immediate relief or effect is needed, i.e. having a headache/migraine, experiencing muscular or joint pain, needing support for a stressful day, etc. Other ways that folks work with tinctures is to integrate it into their daily health routine, working with it like a daily supplement. 

    How do I use a tincture?

    Always shake your tincture thoroughly before use. While our tinctures often go through multiple strains through cheesecloth to remove particles/plant material, sediment or natural separation of the herbs may occur. It is always recommended to start with small doses (5 drops a day, sometimes 2-3x per day) and noticing any changes that might occur and/or achieving desired results. Herbal medicine can be subtle but powerful, and every body interacts with different herbs in its own unique way. For daily use, 2 droppers (15-30 drops) is also acceptable. For more acute situations, it is still recommended to start with 5 drops, slowly increasing dosage every 15-20 minutes until desired effect is achieved. If relief is not emerging after 2-3 droppers, perhaps the tincture isn’t what your body needed today, and/or the formula might not be speaking to your unique needs. For example, “stress” is a common reason folks turn to herbal tinctures, but the cause of stress, as well as the physiological impacts on the body, will differ for every person. 

    What if I don’t want to take the tincture on my tongue directly? 

    While most practitioners recommend tinctures on or under the tongue to go straight to the bloodstream, as the common saying goes - the best kind of medicine is the one you take. If you need to dilute your tincture in a small cup of juice or water, please do so! I recommend using the smallest amount of water that you can, preferably <0.5 oz.

    What if it doesn’t work?

    Often the challenge with herbal products is they are more generalized formulas, however, bodies are unique and complex. Addressing similar symptoms from one person to the next may require addressing different & unique systemic reasons as to why the symptoms are surfacing. Some plants may express affinities for different people, while not wanting to work with others. If you do not love your product within 2 weeks of buying it, please know we have a complete guarantee - you can return it at market for a full refund or exchange it for something else. If you do not live in the area, please send me an email at woodsmansdaughterpnw@gmail.com, and we can come up with a solution.

    I also do personal herbal consultations and custom formulations to help address & meet your specific needs.

Image: Artist Angela Lane “Supralateral Acts”