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Home remedy for eye allergies
I suffer badly from allergies and my eyes itch constantly. I have thought about making my own soothing herbal eyewash but am not sure what to use or how to go about this? Can you give me any guidance?
You can easily make your own soothing eyewash at home by diluting just five drops of a tincture of the antibacterial herb, goldenseal, in warm water. Use cotton wool or a make-up removing pad to soak up this mix and gently bathe the eyes. Be careful as you do this because the diluted tincture, which will be bright yellow in colour, can stain if you spill it on any nearby surface or clothing.
Since you are prone to allergies, you might want to think about taking steps to support your immune system as well. I take Simba, a herbal remedy made from the African potato plant which works in a more subtle way to re-regulate the immune system, as opposed to simply boosting it.
The company that first introduced me to this supplement was The Little Herbal Company (01484 68500) which specialises in African remedies. 90 capsules cost £24.50. You need to take one capsule, twice a day.