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Inside the Willow with Aly
Insect Irritations
FIRE ANTS:If you have an existing fire ant bite, here's what you can do:
MOSQUITOS, HOUSEFLIES, HORSEFLIES, & No-See-Ums:To prevent bites from these insects, you can use NATIVE SHIELD BUG REPELLENT. This product can be sprayed on your skin, hair, clothing, and shoes to create a barrier that will help protect you from mosquitos and some other flying insects. If you already have mosquito bites, you can apply NATIVE SHIELD directly to the bite to reduce itching, swelling, pain, and scars. It's important to note that no-see-ums can be felt even if they are too small to see. They are a type of biting midge that is prevalent in the southern United States. It's helpful to take precautions to protect yourself from these insects, especially if you live in or are traveling to the southern region. TICKS:Applying just one drop of Fortify to a tick is able to kill it in about 30 minutes. If the tick is on you, adding a drop of FORTIFY will weaken the tick, making it easy to remove. Fortify will also help fight the infection around the bite. If you wish to repel ticks before they attack, then add 20 drops of FORTIFY to your NATIVE SHIELD. This way your mosquito repellent also repels ticks. (Dogs: Don't use these products on your dog, but you can put Fortify and Native Shield on a handkerchief and tie it around your dog's neck while they're outside. It's good to know that Fortify can help kill ticks. It's weaken them quickly when applied to a tick on the skin and even repels them when added to Native Shield. However, it's important to note that these products are made for people and should not be used directly on dogs. Instead, you can tie a handkerchief with Fortify and Native Shield around your dog's neck while they're outside to help repel ticks. BEE STINGS:Apply one drop of our spot treatment, FORTIFY, to the affected area to reduce the reaction and keep using Fortify every few hours, until the pain and swelling stops. It's great to know that FORTIFY can help with pain and swelling from bites and stings, including infections. Just remember to cover it with a moisturizer to prevent a burning sensation - that's good to keep in mind. Adding a moisturizer like RIVERFLOW or MINTY RELIEF can also help reduce pain and inflammation. And all of this can give you great natural relief. Severe Allergic Reactions:There is some evidence that Goldenseal Leaf tea may have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, which could potentially help reduce some allergic reactions [1][2]. However, more research is needed to fully understand the effects of Goldenseal Leaf tea on allergies. |
Easy Natural Flea Prevention for Dogs:I've been using this natural, easy, and effective option for almost 20 years now with great success, and my dogs have always thought it was just their daily treat. It's simply Brewers Yeast tablets, and it's good to know you can find it at any drug store in the vitamin and mineral section. By giving your dog brewers yeast tablets every day, their body naturally repel fleas. And yes, you can use brewers yeast with cats too. How much to use? A general guideline is to use 1 tablet for every 30 lbs of body weight. For example, a 90 lb dog would need 3 tablets, while a 10-15 lb dog or cat would need half a tablet. There are many brands of brewers yeast and from my experience, all brands have been effective. However, it is important to start the process before your dog gets fleas. Also, it's important to note that while brewers yeast is generally safe for dogs and cats, it's always a good idea to check with your veterinarian before adding any new supplements to your pet's diet. What about keeping the ticks off your dogs?To repel ticks, just apply a few drops of FORTIFY to a handkerchief and tie it around your dog's neck before they go outside. FORTIFY also kills ticks, so you can use one drop to get an existing tick to release before pulling it out. Is there Mosquito Repellent for dogs?I am often asked if Alywillow products, specifically our mosquito repellent Native Shield, can be used on dogs. So, a few years ago I reviewed all our recipes, comparing them to a list of plants that are not to be used on dogs, and then created this list... www.alywillow.com/pages/dogs-and-pets. Unfortunately, Native Shield didn't make the list. It's designed just for people. Plus, it's never been tested against fleas (just mosquitoes, horseflies, houseflies, and no-see-ums). For people, you can add Fortify to your Native Shield bottle, so it will repel ticks too. |
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Sources:
[1] https://www.healthline.com/health/goldenseal-cure-for-everything
[2] https://www.webmd.com/diet/health-benefits-of-goldenseal
Prevent Maskne with Alywillow
Wearing a mask for prolonged periods of time can irritate your skin, causing breakouts. There's even a new term for it - 'maskne' (sounds like acne). Additionally, the warm moist environment inside your mask can support the growth of fungi (and no one wants an itchy face or a rash all over it). Since wearing a mask is now the standard, I'd like to share with you some ways to take care of your skin.
Alywillow can help relieve Maskne and keep your skin clear!
- Wash your face with one of our moisturizing vegan cleansers - we recommend Warrior, Lemon Laughs, Sagerow or Firefly. Choose from our Bar Cleansers or Upside-Down Liquid Cleansers.
- Spray your face and your mask (when you take it off) with DisinfectNOW. This helps prevent the buildup of fungi in your mask and helps reduce viruses and bacteria. DisinfectNow is alcohol-free, gentle on your skin and is safe to inhale.
- Easily refill your bottle of DisinfectNow with our FORTIFY Plant Serum.
Reviewing some basics...
- Your body needs about 8 ounces of water every 3 hours (while you are awake) and fresh fruits and vegetables, so try to cut back on your high-fat foods, processed foods, and snacking.
- Try to get at least 20 minutes of sunlight every day.
- Read here for 10 STEPS TO HEALTHY SKIN.
We are here to help!
Contact us if you would like to speak with one of our team members, or reserve a time for a FREE Skin Consultation.
It is our wish here at Alywillow to make life a little better for everyone we meet. You are important to us and we look forward to hearing from you. In fact, every time I hire a new Alywillow team member, I look for people with a caring heart. People who want to make a difference and help other people. It's our motivation. <3
Listen to the wisdom of our ancestors.
One of the most important understandings in the Native American culture is the wisdom of our elders. Considering this time of great stress and change, we should all listen a little more to our loving Grandmothers...
My grandmother once gave me a tip:
In difficult times, you move forward in small steps.
Do what you have to do, but little by little.
Don't think about the future, or what may happen tomorrow.
Wash the dishes.
Remove the dust.
Write a letter.
Make a soup.
You see?
You are advancing step by step.
Take a step and stop.
Rest a little.
Praise yourself.
Take another step.
Then another.
You won't notice, but your steps will grow more and more.
And the time will come when you can think about the future without crying.
- Elena Mikhalkova
Conquering Summer Mosquitoes
My kids and I have often referred to ourselves as "mosquito candy", because those little pesky critters seem to single us out of a crowd and attack us more than anyone else - but now, I have learned how to safely STOP them!
Since my lifelong goal has been to reduce our exposure to artificial chemicals, making an effective bug spray (from pure plants) was essential for our survival in the South!
Using the wisdom taught to me by my Native American ancestors and about 3 decades of experience working with plants, I created Alywillow's Native Shield Mosquito Repellent with the intention of safely protecting myself and my loved ones from mosquitoes. Now, you can enjoy it too!
It's so easy to use! Put it on an existing bite to reduce the itch, swelling, and scarring. Best yet, apply it before going outside so you get preventative protection.
Prevents the bites,
reduces the itch,
lessens the swelling,
& stops the scarring
For many of us, Summer in the South can be a mosquito nightmare! I used to hate those mosquitoes so much that I would avoid going outside in the summer. If I did get a bite, it would last for weeks and leave scars. My legs looked polka-dotted for years! LOL!
Now, I love to go outside - even during the worst part of mosquito season. I know that if I get a mosquito bite, applying Native Shield will stop all the irritation, swelling, and scarring. If I apply Native Shield before I go outside, I won't get a bite at all.
Native Shield is an all-natural, DEET-free alternative to conventional bug spray and EVERY SINGLE ingredient is a plant. It is so safe you can INHALE IT!
But, what's so important about it being DEET-free?
Let's chat just a moment about that...
Native Shield vs Conventional Bug Spray
Naturally Scentless (after just a few minutes)
TWO easy ways to use Native Shield
- BEFORE YOU GO OUTSIDE: Shake well, spray into your cupped hand and rub onto your skin before going outdoors. You can also mist onto your hair and clothes to create a protective barrier.
- AFTER THE BITE: Even if you forget to apply it, it can relieve the irritation of the bite AFTER it happens. Just shake, spray into your cupped hand, and rub into the bug bites. This can reduce itching (in a few minutes), reduce the redness, reduce the swelling, and prevent scarring.
Chiggers, House flies, Ticks, and Horse flies
RUB it on! Use it properly!
- SHAKE THE BOTTLE - this is necessary to blend the plants
- SPRAY it into your hands, and then RUB IT ONTO YOUR SKIN. (If you spray it directly on, WITHOUT RUBBING, it does not work).
- If your skin gets wet, it will lose some of its effectiveness. Make sure you reapply.
- The effects normally last for 2 hours (some people say it's longer or shorter, based on body chemistry). Even individuals with O blood type get relief with Native Shield.
- Eating a high-sugar diet may cause some issues with effectiveness.
- The shelf life is 2 years, so if you bought it last summer, it should still work.
- It is made of PURE PLANTS and they need to live in your home (under 80 degrees Fahrenheit). If you leave your bottle in the heat, it will spoil the plants and ruin it's effectiveness. (In my home we have a bottle at the back door, one at the front door, and one in the beach bag).
It might not repel bugs if...
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Sources:
- Jackson, D.; Luukinen, B.; Buhl, K.; Stone, D. 2008. DEET General Fact Sheet; National Pesticide Information Center, Oregon State University Extension Services. http://npic.orst.edu/
factsheets/DEETgen.html - Corbel, V., Stankiewicz, M., Pennetier, C. et al. Evidence for inhibition of cholinesterases in insect and mammalian nervous systems by the insect repellent deet . BMC Biol 7, 47 (2009). https://doi.org/10.1186/1741-
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Summer is Better with Alywillow
Healthy skin needs at least 20 minutes of sun exposure daily... but it's important to soak up the sun safely, especially during the hot summer months! How do you do this? Consider this...
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Look at how Alywillow products can make your summer even better!
Inspired by life on the islands...GYPSYSUN Medicinal Spray is like a refreshing wave of relief for your burned or sun-damaged skin. It instantly reduces the PAIN OF SUNBURN. You don't need to touch the burn to get relief, just spray it on. Plus, it repairs at a cellular level, preventing the scars and speeding up your recovery from harmful UV exposure. You'll want to use it anytime you spend time under the sun. (You can also keep a bottle in the kitchen year-round to get relief of minor burns.) See more here. |
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Apply BEFORE or AFTER the bite.This repellent protects you against mosquitoes, horseflies, houseflies and no-see-ums for a few hours... plus, it relieves the itch and swelling of existing bug bites. It is a DEET-free formula (we just don't need it). Plus, Native-Shield is so safe you can inhale it (although you probably don't want to) and it's also safe for pregnant women and babies! It's also soothing to itchy skin issues (so those with eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis will enjoy it). At first, there is a crisp, fresh scent of vinegar, but that disappears fast. After about 2-3 minutes, you can be covered from head to toe, and no one will smell it on you. See more here. |
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Level 3 MoisturizersOur Level 3 moisturizers are ultra light & absorb fast so your skin can breathe and feel free. Get the Therapeutic Set of 10 and use them from from head to toe, for healthier skin everywhere. They are made of pure plants with no fillers, no water, and no synthetics. Plus, those plants offer a natural 8-10 SPF. See more here. |
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Alywillow Lip Balms
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REPEL TICKS
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Relief of ezcema, dermatitis, fungus, and it smells and feels great too!Most people choose it because they LOVE the way it smells! However, if you have imbalances of the skin such as acne, dandruff, eczema, dermatitis or fungal issues - you are going to love the relief it offers. See more here.
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ChocoMojo – just for funA chocolate treat to energize you and keep you active... with none of the calories. Made of plants (including real cocoa), and that's all. See more here. |
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Repairs at a cellular level for flawless skinJust read our reviews and you can see the benefits of using Warrior from head to toe everyday, for the rest of your life. See more here.
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The most natural Sun Kissed Lips ever!SunKissed is a subtle lip and cheek color, ideal if you love to shine with a more natural look. With just a touch of warmth, this moisturizing lipstick will make you look and feel brighter. See more here. |
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Feel better fast!Our inhaler set is easy to carry and solves so many problems. It makes every day a little better. See more here. |
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Stay alert, active, and healthyAstragalus Root Dried Herb is generally believed to slow down aging, prolong life, boost the vital energy of the body, and strengthen your qi. It reduces inflammation in the body, including edema. It also wards off infection and reinforces the body’s natural defenses through its deep immune support. See more here. |
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Lighten your skin and reduce the frecklesSpending lots of time in the sun but don't want to get leathery or dark looking skin? Just wash and moisturize every night with this sun-repairing formula. See more here.
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