The powers of plants have been known and used for thousands of years. Today, it has become extremely easy to treat yourself with plants thanks to the arrival of many natural remedies in pharmacies and drugstores. Here is a selection of products to have in your natural pharmacy kit.

In everyday life, a blow or a slight injury can quickly occur. Bumping into a piece of furniture, falling down the stairs, burning yourself with a dish that’s too hot, getting sunburned… we’ve all already experienced one of these situations. To treat these little everyday ailments, nature is full of treasures.

We think in particular of arnica, this plant which is commonly recommended to soothe pain and facilitate the absorption of bruises. Calendula is another plant that can be relied on in the event of minor ailments. It is used in light burns to promote healing.

Oily macerates, vegetable oils, essential oils… natural remedies can come in many forms. Here is a selection to have in your natural first aid kit:

• Arnica oily macerate;
• Oily macerate of calendula;
• Italian helichrysum essential oil;
• Essential oil of noble laurel;
• Essential oil of fine lavender;
• etc.

It is not uncommon for the digestive system to be strained. Bloating, stomach aches, constipation, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, diarrhea … digestive disorders can be very unpleasant on a daily basis. Fortunately, there are many natural solutions to relieve them.

Among the remedies for digestive disorders, different essential oils can be used alone or in synergy. Vigilance is however required. Essential oils should not be swallowed pure. They require support. For example: a spoon of honey, a sugar… Also note that food supplements based on essential oils have also been developed.

Here is a selection of essential oils to relieve digestive disorders:

• Peppermint essential oil;
• Lemon essential oil;
• Ginger essential oil;
• Basil essential oil;
• Roman chamomile essential oil;
• etc.

The respiratory system has to deal with multiple attacks on a daily basis. Sneezing, runny nose, stuffy nose, itchy nostrils, shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing… all of these symptoms can be signs of an infection or an allergy. To fight against respiratory problems, several plants can be of great help.

We think, for example, of the essential oil of cajeput which helps to de-clutter the respiratory tract, or of the essential oil of niaouli with anti-infectious properties. Some essential oils can only be used in diffusion using a dedicated device. Others can also be applied to a tissue that you can then inhale.

Here is a selection of essential oils to relieve respiratory disorders:

• Niaouli essential oil;
• Essential oil of radiated eucalyptus;
• Ravintsara essential oil;
• Tea tree essential oil;
• etc.

Spiders, bees, wasps, mosquitoes… these are all little beasts feared for their bites. They are particularly feared in summer, although bites can occur at other times of the year. So you might as well be well equipped to avoid them or relieve them quickly.

We no longer present the essential oil of citronella and its powerful anti-mosquito repellent action. In the event of bites, lavender aspic essential oil may be ideal for relieving itching. In general, it is recommended to dilute essential oils before using them on the skin.

Here is a selection of essential oils to keep on hand:

• Aspic lavender essential oil;
• Lemongrass essential oil;
• Lemon eucalyptus essential oil;
• Bourbon geranium essential oil;
• Patchouli essential oil;
• etc.