When you think about the fact that your skin is basically the biggest organ in your body, it may make you more mindful of protecting its wellness and wellbeing. Of course there are lots of medical and complementary ways to achieve this, and many different remedies for dealing with topical problems such as bites, burns, cuts, scrapes, stings and sores. Did you know, however, that comfrey could actually be the one remedy that treats all of these conditions?
Comfrey is a broad-leafed garden plant and the familiar green leaves of this plant are covered in fuzzy hairs. It is native to Europe and sometimes also known as knitback, knitbone or ass ear. Organic gardeners already love this plant for its soil-building properties and now herbalists are becoming just as enamoured with the plant, if not more, as they discover the amazing skin-healing properties that it appears to have. The plant is very high in protein and it grows very well. When it comes into bloom, it has small pink, purple or white flowers and looks quite pretty, but is also very hardy at the same time.
Comfrey is not a new discovery but it is becoming more in the public domain. Despite the fact that it has been around for centuries, many people still do not know about the amazing skin-healing properties that it possesses. Comfrey salves can be used to treat skin ulcers, bruises, joint inflammation and even fractures. Both the leaves and the roots of the plant are used in the preparation of salves.
Comfrey is usually finely minced and then added to something smooth such as beeswax or some kind of inert cream formula. It can also be used correctly in the bath by first making it into a tea and then adding it to the bath and soaking in the mixture for a while. This should soothe dry and itchy skin and make it look its best.
