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We're posting some of the medicinal questions we get along with answers
from our Herbalist David Brill of The Rosemary House. Hopefully this may
help you with some of your own questions.
If you want to ask a new question there is a charge of $25 per question. Click
here for new question The answer will be sent to you directly by David.
Questions and answers may be posted on this site (names removed) to help
other people with the same concerns.
DEALING WITH SCARRING
QUESTIONS: I've heard there is an article somewhere about rosehips seed oil being helpful for burn scars. Do you
know of this article and/or of rosehips seed oil's usefulness for scars? I recently had a hysterectomy and have a large
scar {3 1/2 wks old} and would like to facilitate it's healing, painwise and colorwise, and {?} to tighten my stomach
around it. I'd love your thoughts.
ANSWER: I have not heard of Rosehip seed oil for preventing scaring, can you give me a reference for this? I do
know that the essential oil of Rose has been traditionally used in skin care products, such as skin creams, powders
and lotions because it is soothing to the dry, sensitive or aging skin.
Note: most essential oils need diluted in a carrier oil, the few exceptions which are well known include Tea Tree and
Lavender essential oil.
Here is what I would use to prevent scaring:
Gotu kola, Latin Name: Centella asiatica use a fresh poultice or spray the tincture on the wound several times a day to
prevent scaring.
Or a combination of Lavender essential oil (a few drops) mixed in fresh aloe gel from the plant and Vitamin E, break
several gel caps and add. Store in refrigerator to preserve freshness, apply several times a day.
Calendula and Saint Johnswort infused Oil is also great for the skin damage and wound healing.
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