Herb
St. John's Wort Oil
An infused herbal oil applied externally to soothe irritated or healing skin.
⤢📊 How it ranks (our editor score) — 60/100Tap to see the breakdown
🌱 What it is
St. John's Wort oil is made by infusing the flowering herb in oil, traditionally applied to the skin to soothe soreness and support healing.
📜 Where it comes from
St. John's Wort has a long history in European folk and medieval medicine, where the flowering plant was gathered around the feast of St. John the Baptist and infused in oil to create a red-tinted preparation applied to wounds, burns, and sore skin. This infused oil tradition, distinct from the herb's later use as an oral remedy, has persisted in European and American folk practice for treating healing or irritated skin.
✨ Why it's good for you
- May soothe sore or healing skin
- Simple external application
- Traditional postpartum comfort measure
🥄 How to use it
Apply the oil externally to the perineum after childbirth, or to minor skin irritation or insect bites, gently massaging in a small amount.
How much: Apply a small amount externally, 1-2 times daily as needed.
Why it works: Compounds in the herbA plant, or part of one, used for flavor, food, or gentle health support. More → are thought to soothe tissue and support skin healing when applied topically; it should be used externally only.
⚠️ Cautions
- Apply externally only — do not take St. John's Wort orally without medical advice, as it interacts with many medications
- Can increase skin sensitivity to sunlight — avoid sun exposure on treated areas
- Not a treatment for HIV/AIDS or serious infection — seek medical care for those conditions
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