What healing properties does kawakawa have?

Kawakawa’s antimicrobial and analgesic properties make it useful for treating infections, and it is helpful in reducing inflammation of various skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema and rashes.

How do you use a kawakawa as a poultice?

To make a pleasant tea, for use as a general tonic, it’s best to dry the leaves first, then use a small quantity in a teapot. It’s very good for relieving indigestion. The leaves can be put into hot water, bruised, then used as a poultice on cuts, boils and sores, bruises and to relieve neuralgic (head & face) pain.

What are kawakawa leaves used for?

The leaves contain myristicin, which is mildly antiseptic and has pain numbing properties, and so is used by Māori to allay toothache. Kawakawa also served as an insect deterrent.

How do you make kawakawa ointment?

How To Make Homemade Kawakawa & Lavender Balm

1. Place the kawakawa leaves in a thermos.
2. Pour the oil over the leaves, and then screw the top on your thermos.
3. Combine the infused oil and beeswax together over a double boiler.
4. Pour the mixture into tins or small jars, and allow to set, about 20 minutes.

How do you extract oil from kawakawa leaves?

Squeeze the muslin to extract as much of the oil from the leaves as possible. Discard the leaves. Place the beeswax in the top part of a clean double boiler and gently heat until melted. Add the kawakawa-infused oil and stir briskly until the ingredients are well mixed.

Is kawakawa anti-inflammatory?

The uses of Kawakawa in rongoā are supported by the anti-inflammatory activity observed.

How do you infuse kawakawa oil?

Kawakawa infused oil Place fresh but dry kawakawa leaves in a large saucepan/pot – and pour the sweet almond oil over the top. Don’t worry if some of the leaves protrude, they’ll wilt as it gets warm. Place the pot into an oven set to 50˚C / 122˚F, close the door and leave to infuse for 6 hours.

Can you bathe in kawakawa leaves?

Skin issues: Traditionally kawakawa was added to baths or used with steam to help conditions such as ringworm, or irritated skin. Musculoskeletal issues: Traditionally kawakawa leaves were boiled and people could then bathe in the infused liquid to support rheumatism and arthritis.

How do you use a kawakawa for toothache?

Kawakawa (Macropiper excelsum, Māori Pepper Tree) is a traditional Rongoā Māori treatment used for toothache. The leaves, which have a spicy taste, are chewed and retained in the mouth, while the saliva is swallowed.

How do you infuse kawakawa?

How do you infuse Kawakawa oil?