y Native American ancestors would refer to bites, stings, & infections that cause searing pain, burning, and swelling as ‘fire in the body”. So years ago, I combined a series of “killer plants” with power antimicrobial properties that burn away many toxins (including bacteria, fungi, and viruses)… and called it FORTIFY. Now, using Fortify is like fighting fire with fire; and thankfully, Fortify is usually the victor!

We've added an extensive list below, showing the many benefits of Fortify. And, even though Fortify doesn’t contain drugs, synthetic chemicals, or artificial ingredients, it is essential to use it properly, as it’s not soothing and restorative like most Alywillow products. Once, a customer in Raleigh, NC, told me that Fortify worked so well against all the blemishes on her face that she covered her entire face with it! Yicks! Don’t do that! Fortify should not be applied to healthy skin – only to areas that have problems. (Thankfully, she agreed to follow the instructions in the future.)

Fortify is the single most versatile product we create here at Alywillow - which is why it is my number one choice for gift-giving! A few more things...

• All of the recipes below don't fit on the little bottle of Fortify, so SAVE the flyer that comes with your Fortify, or reference this page when needed.
• DisinfectNOW is a just a diluted form of FORTIFY. You can easily refill your DisinfectNOW bottle using 2oz of distilled water and 10 drops of FORTIFY. This makes it extra easy to use Fortify!
• This little bottle has about 300 drops, and you use just one drop or two at a time, except when you disinfect your laundry (that's about 20 drops for each load).

Every bottle of FORTIFY comes with a detailed flyer to guide you through its many uses and recipes. One of the most important things to remember is this: if you're applying Fortify directly to your skin, always follow it with an Alywillow moisturizer or oil—never with water, lotions, or anything water- or alcohol-based.

Also, Fortify is incredibly powerful and can save you time, pain, and unnecessary trips to the pharmacy, but it's meant to be part of a natural care routine. If your symptoms are severe or persistent, please consult your doctor, as these signs may indicate a more serious condition that requires medical attention.

1. Disinfect your air: To purify your air, put several drops on a tissue and place it in your A/C or heat vent. You can also use FORTIFY in a diffuser (or boil some water on the stove and add a few drops of FORTIFY). Dilute FORTIFY in a water spray bottle or use DisinfectNOW and spray into the air. It's fast at cleaning mold and mildew from the air, so you can breathe freely again. Travel with this and your hotel room will always smell great!
2. Colds & flu: Feeling like you might be getting a cold? Put a couple of drops directly on the soles of your feet or your chest, and then cover with any Alywillow moisturizer. When around others with cold and flu symptoms, when children come home from school, or when you come home from work, diffuse Fortify for 30 minutes to 2 hours. Also, our Paradigm Massage contains Fortify and is ready to use right out of the bottle at the first sign of cold and flu symptoms.
3. Foot Fungus: Add a drop or two of FORTIFY directly to the fungal areas, then cover with any Alywillow moisturizer. The itch and infection should reduce soon, but the fungus can survive space and is highly resilient - hiding inside your body for months. So, keep following this regimen every day, for at least 6 months, to kill the fungus where it hides.
4. Sanitize Clothing: Add 10-20 drops to your laundry cycle to help kill off bacterial and fungal issues in your laundry. This is especially helpful if your skin has dermatitis or fungal issues, or if your linens have been exposed to high-germ areas such as gyms, dirty bare feet, and pets.
5. Sanitize Shoes: Add 1-2 drops of FORTIFY onto cotton balls and insert into your shoes while you sleep. Alternatively, spray them with DisinfectNOW and allow them to dry before wearing again. Not only can this kill off fungi (such as those that cause athlete's foot), it can also kill the germs that cause foul odors.
6. Bee & Wasp Stings / Fire Ant Bites / Spider Bites / Cat Scratches: Apply 1-2 drops to help stop the toxin and infection of painful bites and stings. Then, follow with an Alywillow moisturizer. Just one drop of FORTIFY will help stop the pain and reduce the toxins, swelling, and pain of many bites and stings (including infections). Just remember to cover it with a moisturizer to prevent a burning sensation. If you allergic to the bite or sting, and need to go to the hospital, use Fortify on the way there. Goldenseal Tea can also help reduce many allergic reactions.
7. Toothache or pain in the mouth: Rub 1-2 drops on the outside of your cheek to fight any infections and then cover with a pain-relieving moisturizer to reduce the pain (Minty Relief or Riverflow). To kill oral germs, fight gum disease, if you are experiencing pain in your mouth, or have sensitive teeth, brush your teeth and gargle with our Swish-Swash Oral Wash - which fights tartar, plaque, cavities, gingivitis, gum disease, and other oral infections. If you are experiencing severe pain, use 2-3 drops of Clove Essential Oil on a cotton swab and apply to the affected gums and tooth... and you can also apply Minty Relief to the outside of your mouth.
   
8. Infections (inside or outside the body): If possible, apply FORTIFY to the skin directly above the infection area, and cover with a moisturizer. If you cannot touch the skin in that area, spray DisinfectNOW directly on the area.
9. Lung congestion: Breathe in the vapors from the FORTIFY bottle. For a stronger delivery, use the Breathe Inhaler. It contains FORTIFY and several other components to support the health of your lungs.
10. Sanitize Dishes and Surfaces: Just add a few drops to your dishwashing detergent. Although, we use UDC's on our dishes in my home, to prevent the need for detergents. You can also sanitize counter tops, desks, and other surfaces by adding 20 drops of Fortify to a 16-20oz. spray bottle with water.
11. Disinfect Floors: Add 1/4 cup white vinegar, a few drops of dish-washing soap (or UDC) & 10 drops FORTIFY to a bucket of water. If you are washing wood floors, add 1 tsp of oil (sunflower or vegetable oil is fine) to the water, too.
12. Earache: Apply 1-2 drops of FORTIFY to the head around the outside of the ear, then cover with one of our pain-relieving moisturizers (Minty Relief or Riverflow). Do this daily, as needed, up to 3 days. This will clear most ear infections; if not, make sure to see your doctor.
13. Ticks: If the tick has already bitten, apply a drop of FORTIFY, to more easily remove the tick (and it's head). Apply Fortify to the spot, for a few days, to reduce the associated itch, swelling, and pain around the bite. If you wish to repel ticks, and prevent the bite, then add 20 drops of FORTIFY to your Native-Shield Insect Repellent before application to your body. This way, your mosquito repellent also repels ticks. You can also spray your clothes with DisinfectNOW. For pets, apply FORTIFY to a scarf and tie it around their neck before they go outside.
14. Disinfectant: Use FORTIFY to refill your DisinfectNOW bottle. This alcohol-free disinfectant is suitable for use on your face, hands, mask, door knobs, and any other surface. You can also inhale it to clear out your sinuses, and reduce sinus infections.
15. Bedsores: Wash and moisturize with WARRIOR daily to help repair the skin. You can spray DisinfectNOW directly on the bedsores to fight the bacteria in them. If they are resistant, use FORTIFY or GoAway as spot treatments, and cover with a moisturizer. To help prevent bedsores, move around every few hours, massage, and keep the muscles active. Also, skin, clothing, and linens should be changed regularly - and kept clean and fresh.
16. Abscess, Boils, Carbuncles, & Cysts: Add 1-2 drops of GoAway or FORTIFY to the spot and then add a little Riverflow or MINTY RELIEF moisturizer to prevent it from burning as well as to reduce pain & inflammation. Do this twice a day for a few weeks or until there is no more pain and discomfort. If this is a chronic condition, wash with WARRIOR daily to reduce occurrences.
17. ITCHY SKIN - Fungi, Dermatitis, and Eczema: Continued daily use of the Warrior and Wildwood formulas can help your skin return to normal. Moisturize with these formulas in LEVEL 3 or LEVEL 4 as they will allow your skin to breathe. Please do not use creams or our LEVEL 5 moisturizers, as they are too thick and may cause the issue to continue or spread to other areas of your body. You can also apply FORTIFY or GoAway for an extra powerful attack.
18. Anal itchiness or pain: Anal itching and/or pain is either caused by a fungus or bacteria. To clear this up, give you relief, and prevent future issues, follow these directions.
    1. Take a shower at least once a day (twice is even better) and wash this area thoroughly - once with WARRIOR and also with WILDWOOD. This many be enough to stop the problem.
    2. However, of the itch continues, spray either DisinfectNOW or WARRIOR LEVEL 4 into this area. Warm, moist environments offer the perfect breeding ground for many fungi and harmful bacteria. So every time you sweat, you need to change clothes and wash them - specifically your undergarments, sheets, & bedclothes. 
       
    3. We highly recommend 20 drops of FORTIFY or GoAway in your washing machine to help sanitize your clothing - so they will not reinfect you.
    4. Also, if a baby has a diaper rash, any WARRIOR moisturizer is usually enough to clear it - fast, easy, and with no synthetic chemicals! They will not normally need Fortify.
19. Warts: Use FORTIFY and/or GoAway on the affected area twice a day until they clear up. Apply 2-3 drops with a cotton swab. Rub onto the wart, and then cover it with a moisturizer.
20. Complicated Acne: Is your acne large, painful, and extra persistent? We refer to this as complicated acne, as it takes a little more effort to clear your skin and restore balance. (1) Wash with WARRIOR or SAGEROW cleansers. (2) To repair scars and reduce pores, use BALANCE toner (for dry skin) or the PHOENIX toner (for normal or oily skin). (3) Use FORTIFY or GoAway as a spot treatment for those persistent and painful bumps. It's going to kill the bacteria in existing breakouts. Put it on existing cyst bumps or on a new spot when you first still feeling it. Use just a drop every day and stop applying Fortify once the spot stops hurting, dries up, and doesn't look infected anymore.(4) Then, if your skin is dry, follow with the SAGEROW or WARRIOR formulas in a LEVEL 4 or LEVEL 5 moisturizer. (5) If your skin is oily or combination - spritz with ARROW and moisturize with SAGEROW LEVEL 3.

INGREDIENTS:

Made pure from a proprietary combination of organic and therapeutic-grade essential oils (FORTIFY Formula). This product can contain any of the plants from our ingredient list. However, there are no synthetic ingredients, and there are no drugs. There are also no sulfates, no parabens, no phthalates, no paraffin, no gluten, no propylene glycol, no alcohol, no mineral oil, no DEA, and no DEET. There are no synthetic or artificial ingredients of any kind.... and Alywillow products are cruelty-free and never tested on animals. If an adverse reaction occurs, then you may be allergic to one of the plants in the formula. If you have allergies to any plants, then please review our ingredients list before using any Alywillow product.

If this is your first time using Fortify, please smell it before using it!  Every time you smell anything, you are absorbing tiny molecules through your lungs. Most people don't have any problem breathing around Fortify - even at full concentration. However, if you have a negative reaction (difficulty breathing, watering eyes, itchy skin), you are probably sensitive (or allergic) to one of the plants in the formula. In this case, do not use FORTIFY. instead, contact us as we have other options. You can either gift Fortify to someone else or return it for a replacement. If you have known plant allergies, please review our full ingredients list and contact us with your questions before ordering Alywillow products.

• Size: 0.5oz glass bottle contains about 300 drops.
• We are here to help. Fortify is different from anything you have used before. Please contact us if you have any questions. If you use Fortify and don't get the desired relief, please contact us to ensure you are using it correctly.
• Children: You can use FORTIFY on children and infants when needed and when following the guidelines.
• Stop the burn: FORTIFY can burn your skin if applied directly to it. In order to prevent this, immediately follow its application with a thin layer of any Alywillow moisturizer. If you don't have one of our moisturizers, you can use ANY oil. Never apply water, which will only cause Fortify to spread.
• Avoid your eyes: If Fortify gets into your eyes, WASH THEM OUT with any basic cooking oil from your kitchen (olive oil, avocado oil, canola oil) or with full-fat milk. Never apply water, which will only cause Fortify to spread. 
  
• Choose the most gentle option. Sometimes our other products will give a more gentle effect. For instance, simple acne issues don't really need the power of Fortify as they can usually be cleared up just by washing with our Wildwood or Lemon Laugh cleansers. However, FORTIFY is great for the more intense cystic or persistent acne that also has bacterial (pain) or fungal (itchy) problems. Ask us if you have questions.
• Emergency Situations: In the event of anaphylactic shock from a bee sting, serious bite, or other problem, you can use FORTIFY on the way to the hospital. In potentially dangerous situations, always go see your doctor. For instance, if your earache doesn't go away in 24 hours, something more serious could be happening, and you need to see a doctor.
• Medical issues: Alywillow products can be used when you are under the care of a doctor or on pharmaceutical medications, unless your doctor has told you to avoid a plant we use.
  
• Dermal Application / External use only - Do not consume orally. Dermal application (on your skin) is best as Fortify quickly soaks through your skin and is absorbed into the proper area without involving your digestive system. FORTIFY is not designed for oral consumption, however, it absorbs into your body very quickly when applied to your skin - for the fastest relief.
• Killer Plants: Fortify has been designed to eliminate many stubborn fungi, bacteria, and viruses. It is not nurturing. It will attack. Do NOT apply it to healthy skin, only apply it to the problem areas.  Carefully follow the directions when using this product.
  
• Healthy Life: Even with the power of our products, your body thrives best when you care for it from the inside out. That’s why we’ve created 10 simple steps to help you build healthier habits and support your skin naturally—every single day. It’s easier (and more enjoyable) than you think! Start your journey with our guide: [10 Steps to Healthy Skin]
• Shifting colors, scents, and textures: Our products are crafted from pure plants and minerals—straight from nature, not a lab. Because plant composition can vary from harvest to harvest and from one growing region to another, you may notice slight differences in color, scent, or texture from batch to batch. These natural variations are a sign of authenticity and a reflection of the living, vibrant ingredients we use in every formula. It is completely normal and expected from Truly Natural Products. 
  
• Cruelty-free and Dog Friendly: We create over 150 VEGAN products from plants and minerals. They are 100% natural and contain no synthetic chemicals. We don’t test them on animals, but you can review our Dog and Pet information to understand more how your pets can benefit from using Alywillow products.
• Pregnant & Nursing women: Use Fortify as and when needed. Many Alywillow products are safer than anything you can find on the market; however, some plants should not be used during this time. Please refer to our Pregnant and Nursing page for more information.
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