🌿 Timeless Remedies, Infused with Nature’s Magic 🌿
Our Tincture Process
To create our tinctures, dried herbs are combined with vodka, which acts as a strong and reliable extractor. The jars are set aside to steep for 30 days, shaken daily to keep the infusion active and well-mingled. Over time, the alcohol draws out the plant’s beneficial constituents, resulting in a potent, shelf-stable tincture that captures the essence and healing qualities of the herbs.
Herbal tinctures are usually taken by the dropperful, either directly under the tongue or mixed into a small amount of water, tea, or juice. A common serving is 1–2 dropperfuls, up to three times daily, though every body is unique and needs may vary. We encourage you to listen to your body and adjust as feels right. Tinctures are alcohol-based and should be avoided during pregnancy unless you are working with a qualified herbalist.
Tinctures can also be used topically. Use them just as you would an herbal-infused oil and massage into the shoulder, neck, or feet. Oils tend to be warming and if you already run hot, using tinctures topically can be a great alternative.
Please note: Our remedies are crafted with care, but they are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The Waldo Herb Shop is not run by doctors, and our offerings are shared for educational and traditional use only. For medical concerns or questions, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Below are the single herb tinctures & blends we have available.
Blends
- Nightshade’s Whisper
- Chamomile
- Manic Mind Mellower
Nightshade’s Whisper
Slip into the realm of dreams with this otherworldly blend of chamomile, hops, lavender, & mugwort. Crafted for deep rest & vivid dreaming, let the veil between worlds grow thin as Nightshade’s Whisper guides you gently into the dreamscape.
One dropperful 30 minutes before bed is usually enough, however, you can take another dropperful at bedtime if sleep is really eluding you.
The herbs in this blend are generally regarded safe, however, some people may be allergic to some of the herbs. Start with a low dose and work up from there. Pay attention to how you feel. Too much of this tincture can cause drowsiness the next morning. Make sure you have at least 8 hours before you need to be anywhere before taking this tincture.
Chamomile Tincture
As gentle as a lullaby and as golden as the midsummer sun, chamomile is a steadfast ally for weary minds and restless hearts. Long treasured for easing tension, softening worry, and inviting restful slumber, this humble flower is a friend to both body and spirit. A few drops bring calm where there is unrest and sweetness where there is strain.
Chamomile is well-known as a soothing herb, but it doesn’t act like a heavy sedative. Instead, it works by calming the nervous system, easing tension, and quieting a restless mind. This makes it a wonderful ally both day and night — during the day, it helps take the edge off stress without making you drowsy, and at bedtime, it can support gentle, natural sleep if that’s what your body needs. Chamomile is also helpful for those who wake in the night, since you can take it without worrying about needing a full eight hours of rest afterward.
Chamomile is generally regarded safe, however, some people may be allergic to it. Use with caution if you are allergic to other members of the asteraceae family. Putting a couple of drops on your wrist topically will help determine if you will have a reaction.
Manic Mind Mellower
For the overachievers with unrealistic to-do lists. When you don’t even know where to start, and your list of things that have to get done is so overwhelming you just feel panicked, this blend will calm the mania and just let you get stuff done. Start with just a few drops of this blend. Blue vervain can sometimes mellow people to the point that nothing will get done.
This is a blend of blue vervain to relax and take the edge off, chamomile to calm the mind, and motherwort to soothe and help you create healthy boundaries.
These herbs are generally regarded as safe. Use with caution if you are allergic to members of the asteraceae family. Putting a couple of drops on your wrist topically will help determine if you will have a reaction.