Mar 04 2009
A Natural Cold Sore Remedy that Really Works
Cold Sore remedies can be seen at pharmacies, grocery stores, and on television all the time. While some people may have success using prescription treatments, others have turned to various natural remedies.
After several years of formulation, Andrea Butje recently blended a highly successful remedy. Her client found that a cold sore that normally became highly irritated and painful stayed small throughout treatment. No swelling, no pain. “No monster on my lip.”
Cold Sore Gel
Sandalwood essential oil – 12 drops
Eucalyptus radiata essential oil – 6 drops
Ravintsara essential oil – 1 drop
1/2 teaspoon Organic Aloe Vera Gel
Apply as needed with a clean fingertip or applicator such as a Q-Tip.
Remember, when blending therapeutically, it’s crucial that you use high quality oils. The oils you can pick up at your local natural grocer are generally not high quality and can actually make skin irritation worse!
Did this remedy work for you? Share your story in our comments!
How long does this keep?
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Maria
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March 16th, 2009 at 2:50 pm
Hi Carol,
With aloe, this keeps, in the refrig, 3 or 4 days. Without the aloe, as a base with just the essential oils (to add to the aloe), it would keep for several years.
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