Marshmallow Ointment

[DaisyNonna]

Anyone know where I can purchase this? Used to get it from a herbalist in the Midlands. Very soothing. Thank goodness for spell check. Just looked and had typed gerbalist!

[Mamyalynne]

Found this Daisy


http://www.yourhealthfoodstore.co.uk/body-and-hair-care/skin-products/other-applications/powerhealth-marshmallow-and-slippery-elm-balm

[tonyav]

Is the gerbalist not there anymore, Daisy.

[Mamyalynne]

He moved to Hamseterjam Tony.

[DaisyNonna]

Thanks mamya. One small pot lasts for ages so would prefer not to buy in bulk.
Haven't even got a gerbil.

[DaisyNonna]

Was so many years ago think he would not be practising now. May not even be alive.

[Mamyalynne]

Oh sorry, is it only bulk buying on that link?

[twofeathers]

Holland and Barret if there's one near you

[DaisyNonna]

Tried there feathers, no joy, but thanks.

[Mamyalynne]

Smashing twofeathers, I could only find Capsules at H&B, good to know they do the ointment too.

[Mamyalynne]

Oh.

[tonyav]

Mamyalynne
He moved to Hamseterjam Tony.

LOL.


Where was he, Daisy, I'll see if he's still alive and kicking.

[Tilly2]

What does it soothe, Daisy?

[Mamyalynne]

I may have got it wrong, my link is for a drawing ointment - you can buy one pot there Daisy.


Sorry if I am on the wromg wavelength.

[divegirl]

You don't have to buy in bulk from Mamyalynnes link :0)

Lisa x

[maggiebee]

You could always make your own..................on second thoughts maybe not!!

Ointment or cream prepared with marshmallow leaves and elder flowers is an excellent remedy to cure facial aching, skin rashes or eruptions, leg ulcers and repulsive-looking wounds more rapidly. To prepare the useful ointment, first gently mash about one gallon of fresh marshmallow leaves and mature flowers each. Next, spread out the mashed leaves and flowers uniformly in a big roast pan and add approximately two-and one-fourth cups of liquefied lard and one-and-a-half pounds of beeswax. Blend and beat the ingredients systematically with a wooden serving spoon, cover the pan and allow the ingredients to simmer or boil on an oven in 150° F. Continue simmering the ingredients until the herbs are reasonably crunchy and crush when touched. Then drain out the liquid mixture using a wire net strainer and keep on stirring the liquid with a wooden ladle till it is completely cold. Once the mixture has cooled, you may add half a cup of glycerin or 2/3 cup of pulverized slippery elm to preserve the ointment. Next, pour the ointment in clean jars or containers while it is still fairly warm and let it become firm to some extent. Seal the jars with air-tight lids and store the ointment in a cool and dry place till it is required for use.

[DaisyNonna]

Can't remember his name but sure to be long gone.
Ointment was used for chapped lips, cold sores, heat rash, grazes.
Having trouble accessing postage costs (suspect me, not them) only £3.70 for a jar.

[CatGirl4]

just used that link and bought a couple of items,thank you for that.

[Mamyalynne]

Postage for one jar is £1.99.