Make a Poultice
A poultice is usually made of herbs and placed on the skin to treat a variety of conditions. Either fresh or dried herbs may be used for the poultice; however, you must research the particular herb to make sure it isn't an irritant. Before you make your poultice, find a list of commonly used herbs and their uses.
Instructions
Make a Dried Herb Poultice
1. Grind dried herbs into a powder with a mortar and pestle.
2. Add enough warm water to make a paste. The paste should be thick enough to be applied to the affected area, but it shouldn't be stiff.
3. Spread the herbal mixture over a piece of gauze, cotton or muslin that is large enough for the affected area.
4. Clean the placing the poultice on it.
5. Wrap the poultice with a towel or plastic wrap and secure it into place.
6. Keep the poultice on for anywhere from 1 to 24 hours depending applying a fresh poultice as needed.
Make a Fresh Herb Poultice
7. Chop up about 1/2 cup of the fresh herb and mix with 1 cup of water in a saucepan.
8. Simmer herbs and water for about 2 minutes.
9. Squeeze out excess moisture, but don't drain.
10. Spread the herbal mixture over a piece of gauze, cotton or muslin that is large enough for the affected area.
11. Clean the affected area before placing the poultice on it.
12. Wrap the poultice with a towel or plastic wrap and secure it into place.
13. Keep the poultice on for anywhere from 1 to 24 hours depending applying a fresh poultice as needed.
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