Arnica flower is a bright yellow flowering herb traditionally valued for topical and external applications. Our whole arnica flowers are carefully harvested and dried to preserve their natural color and aromatic qualities. Arnica has a long history of use in herbal preparations such as infused oils, salves, balms, and body care products. Its vibrant appearance and versatility make it a popular ingredient for external herbal formulations and DIY personal care applications. UPC: 084783000105. Origin(s): Bulgaria, Mexico. Latin Name(s): Arnica montana, Heterotheca indloides. Also known as: Arnica Montana, Mountain Tobacco, Wolf's Bane, Mountain Arnica, European arnica, leopard's bane. Plant Part(s) Used: Fresh or dried flowers. Herbs exhibit natural variations in their size, color, smell, and taste, with each batch and harvest showing differences influenced by environmental conditions and genetics. Appearance: Tan, downy with gold strands. Aroma: Pine like. Taste: Bitter. Not recommended for internal use. GMO Status: Non-GMO. Allergen: None. Additives: Free of any additives or preservatives. Applications / Preparations: Arnica Flower may be used for topical, personal care, and external herbal applications. Preparation methods vary depending on the form selected. Because external uses vary widely, customers should research reliable sources for preparation and usage methods.External Use – WholeArnica Flower may be infused into oils, used in poultices, compresses, salves, balms, liniments, or added to bath preparations. Because external uses vary widely, we encourage customers to research the best method and proportions for their needs.Whole Arnica Flower may be infused into oils or liquids; used in salves, balms, creams, lotions, and liniments; incorporated into poultices or compresses; added to bath soaks, bath salts, or herbal rinses; and included in DIY skincare, massage, and body care products. Storage: Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry place. Shelf Life: It is very difficult to pin down an exact expiration date for most single herbs as they do not really expire, they lose potency or strength over time but will still have value. Unlike synthetic material or drugs, herbs can contain many constituents that contribute to their medicinal effects. Even if when we know what the active constituents are, there are often many of them in a single herb, each with different rates of degradation. Some herbs lose their effect more easily. Other herbs that possess more stable compounds such as alkaloids or steroids will last much longer. A huge part of the degradation rate of herbs depends also on the storage conditions of the herb, & even on the quality of the herb before storage – how it was grown, harvested, dried & processed. If the product is left in hot places or open to sunlight then it will degrade much quicker than if it was stored in cool, dry place & sealed tightly. A good rule of thumb is that herbs should be stored no longer than 2-3 years, but many herbs will have great strength much longer than that. To determine if an herb is still good you can check the appearance & aroma. Herbs that are no longer acceptable will have lost much of its vibrant color & will instead appear dull & faded. The bigger key though is to smell the raw materials to see if the potent aroma is still present. Warning: For external use only. Do not ingest. Avoid use on broken or damaged skin. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition.
