Welcome to Kirsten's Herbal Garden...ANISE

Anise has a licorice-like taste. Star anise is a star-shaped seed pod used to flavor teas, syrups, etc.
(t. = teaspoon, T. = Tablespoon, c. = cup)

Rosemary Mint Mouthwash
2 1/2 c. distilled water ** 1 t. fresh mint leaves ** 1 t. rosemary leaves ** 1 t. anise seeds
Boil water, then remove from heat and add all ingredients. Let steep (sit) for 20 minutes. Cool, strain, use as mouthwash.

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Body Scrub
1/2 c. oats * 1/2 c. rice (brown) * 1/4 c. comfrey dried * 1/4 c. oregano dried * 1/8 c. anise seed * 1/2 c. calendula * 1 1/2 c. clay * 1/4 c. myrrh * 1 drop tea tree oil * 1 drop lavender oil
Grind and sift all ingred except oils until powdery, then add oils and stir well. Store in a jar. To use - add a small amount of water to a t. or so of scrub.

DISCLAIMER: Do not eat or drink tea from any plant you have not fully studied and identified properly. Please consult with your local alternative herbal care specialist before using herbs you are not familiar with.

HERBAL INFORMATION & HOMEMADE COSMETICS RECIPES Anise * Blackberries * Calendula * Cloves * Comfrey * Eucalyptus * Fennel * Horsetails * Lavender * Mint * Nettles * Red Clover * Roses * Rosemary * Sage * Selfheal * Thyme * BABIES & MOMS * BATHS * BUG REPELLENTS * FEET * HAIR * LIPS * MAKEUP * MISC * SKIN * TEETH * WOMEN *