Recipe
Bath with horsetail decoction
- Herb:
- Field horsetail Equisetum arvense
- Method:
- Bath additive
- Plant part:
- Leaf
About 25 minBeginnerRecipe science profile
Procedure
- Simmer 2–3 tsp dried tops in 750 ml water for about 10 minutes, then strain.
- Pour into a comfortably warm bath and soak about 15 minutes.
- Use only occasionally; harvest from clean sites — horsetail is not suitable for broad long-term internal use without professional guidance.
Extraction
- Herb:
- proportions according to the recipe steps on the card
- Solvent:
- medium composition (water, alcohol, oil, honey…) see the individual steps
- Shelf life:
- after preparation, store hygienically and according to the type of product (cool conditions, light, alcohol)
- Target compounds:
- indicative home extraction — the profile depends on temperature, cutting time and proportions
Notes
Not a substitute for medical care; if you have kidney disease, discuss with your doctor.
Why it works
Home preparation following this recipe is mainly educational and cultural; it should not be assumed to match the extractive or safety profile of registered medicines or standardized extracts. Check specific effects, drug interactions, and contraindications on the herb card and with your clinician if you use prescription drugs.
Related
Field horsetail — Herb card
Bath additive — Processing method detail