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More Evidence for the Healing Powers of Honey

Canker sores are definitely a pain. Doctors don’t know what causes these painful lesions, but new research published in the journal Quintessence International indicates that we may be able to cure them with a classic kitchen staple: honey. The journal recounts a study comparing canker sores treated topically with honey to traditional over-the-counter and prescription remedies. Within 24 hours, honey users reported that they were mostly pain-free. After four days the sores treated with honey had disappeared completely, while there was no notable change from the other treatments.

The results from this report are no surprise. Honey is a well known healing agent, its an anti-inflammatory that helps relieve swelling and pain. It is also anti-microbial and can help in new tissue generation and wound healing. So, next time you find yourself with a canker sore, head to the kitchen for fast relief. Rinse the inflamed area with clean water and dry with a bit of paper towel. Apply honey liberally with a cotton swab several times a day and hopefully you will see results by the next day.

We carry a range of quality honeys at SOAKOLOGY, stop in today to try or give us a call! Weather you are looking for raw Tupelo Honey, Whipped Wildflower honey, or decadent honey comb- you’ll find a unique variety of treats to choose from.

SOAKOLOGY – 207.879.7625
http://www.soakology.com/

30 City Center
Portland, ME 04101

Naturally Highlight Hair with Chamomile Tea!

Naturally Highlight Hair with Chamomile Tea!

Step 1: Steep 5 tbsp of chamomile tea in boiling water

Step 2: Let the tea cool completely

Step 3: Rinse clean hair with the cooled tea and comb throughout

Step 4: Let your hair air-dry while you lounge in the sun!

For a more beachy look, put the cooled chamomile tea in a spray bottle and spritz lightly on your hair!

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Tea Tip

Is Your Skin Itchy, Irritated, or Dry?
This soothing, anti-aging powerhouse can help!

Chamomile Tea is well-known for its calming, stress-reducing effects and is widely used as a night-time tea to promote sleep. But did you know that Chamomile is just as calming for the skin? When applied topically, it has been shown that the herb will reduce redness, fight dry & flaky skin, help with eczema & psoriasis, soothe a rash, and since its anti-microbial it can also help speed healing.

Packed with anti-oxidants, chamomile can help protect the skin from free radical damage and suppress the visible signs of aging.

Chamomile is gentle on sensitive or fragile skin which makes it ideal for use after waxing and to ease a diaper rash, sunburn, bedsore, or hemorrhoids.

To Use:
Brew a cup of Chamomile tea and saturate a soft cloth with the infusion. Apply to the affected area for up to 10 minutes. Chamomile’s anti-septic properties make it a great addition to home-made cleansers and soaps as well.

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Royal Jelly Body Butter- by Savannah Bee Company

Savannah Bee Company’s Royal Jelly Body butter is a staff favorite at Soakology. Royal Jelly is made by bees to feed to the developing queen, so as a body butter, it is nutrient-packed and very nourishing for the skin. We love how it softens and repairs skin, and the light blackberry scent is delicious! This luxuriant product is used to do the foot and lower-leg massage our monthly special, “End of Summer; Bummer.”

End of Summer; Bummer!

“End of Summer; Bummer!” Special available at Soakology! Offered only for the month of September, as we say goodbye to the fading summer…This sweet package features uplifting citrus scents and delicious, super-hydrating honey! Book your appointment now!
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