Vembalam Pattai – Little Bee Rajantot Root

INSTRUCTION TO USE:

• • Instructions to Use Alkanet Root

    1. Alkanet Root Oil Infusion
       • Ingredients: Dried alkanet root, carrier oil (such as coconut oil, olive oil, or almond oil).
       • Instructions:
         1. Place a handful of dried alkanet root in a clean, dry jar.
         2. Pour enough carrier oil into the jar to completely cover the roots.
         3. Seal the jar and let it sit in a warm, dark place for at least 2-3 weeks, shaking it occasionally.
         4. Strain the oil through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bottle.
         5. Use the infused oil for skin and hair care.
    2. Alkanet Root Hair Dye
       • Ingredients: Dried alkanet root, water, carrier oil (optional).
       • Instructions:
         1. Boil 2 cups of water and add a few tablespoons of dried alkanet root.
         2. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the water takes on a deep red color.
         3. Strain the mixture and allow it to cool.
         4. Apply the cooled liquid to your hair as a natural dye, or mix it with a carrier oil for a conditioning treatment.
         5. Leave it on for at least 30-60 minutes before rinsing off.
    3. Alkanet Root Lip Balm
       • Ingredients: Dried alkanet root, beeswax, carrier oil (such as coconut oil or almond oil), essential oils (optional).
       • Instructions:
         1. Infuse the carrier oil with alkanet root as described in the oil infusion method.
         2. In a double boiler, melt 1 tablespoon of beeswax with 2 tablespoons of the alkanet-infused oil.
         3. Once melted, remove from heat and add a few drops of essential oil if desired.
         4. Pour the mixture into lip balm containers and let it cool completely.
         5. Use the lip balm for naturally tinted and moisturized lips.
    4. Alkanet Root Salve
       • Ingredients: Dried alkanet root, beeswax, carrier oil (such as olive oil), essential oils (optional).
       • Instructions:
         1. Infuse the carrier oil with alkanet root as described in the oil infusion method.
         2. In a double boiler, melt 1 part beeswax with 4 parts alkanet-infused oil.
         3. Once melted, remove from heat and add a few drops of essential oil if desired.
         4. Pour the mixture into a clean container and let it cool completely.
         5. Use the salve for soothing and moisturizing the skin.
    5. Alkanet Root Dye for Fabrics
       • Ingredients: Dried alkanet root, water, vinegar (mordant).
       • Instructions:
         1. Boil 2 cups of water and add a few tablespoons of dried alkanet root.
         2. Let it simmer for 20-30 minutes until the water turns a deep red color.
         3. Strain the mixture and allow it to cool.
         4. Soak the fabric in a vinegar solution (1 part vinegar to 4 parts water) for 1 hour to act as a mordant.
         5. Rinse the fabric and then soak it in the alkanet dye solution for several hours or overnight.
         6. Rinse the fabric in cold water and let it dry.

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