How to Create Your Own Herbal First Aid Kit

Gentle, Natural Remedies for Everyday Ailments

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There’s a quiet kind of empowerment that comes from knowing how to care for your family with remedies crafted by your own hands. A well-stocked herbal first aid kit is one of the most beautiful examples of slow, intentional living. It’s healing that begins with observation, care, and the herbs growing right outside your door.

Today I’m sharing how to build your own holistic first aid kit using herbs and natural remedies. This kit is perfect for home use, camping, or even to keep in your car or diaper bag.

Why Choose Herbal First Aid?

Non-toxic & safe for the whole family
Sustainable & eco-conscious
Rooted in tradition—remedies used by generations
Gentle but effective for everyday health concerns

Essentials to Include in Your Herbal First Aid Kit

1. Calendula Salve
For cuts, scrapes, rashes, burns, and dry skin. Calendula is a natural antiseptic that promotes skin regeneration. I like to infuse dried calendula in oils and mix it with beeswax.

2. Plantain Salve or Poultice
This “weed” is incredible for bug bites, splinters, stings, and even minor infections. It helps draw out toxins and soothe irritation.

3. Lavender Essential Oil
Great for calming stress, easing headaches, and supporting sleep. It’s also helpful for minor burns and skin irritations. Dilute with a carrier oil before applying.

4. Yarrow (Powder or Tincture)
Known as a “blood stopper,” yarrow is ideal for wounds and nosebleeds. It also helps bring down fevers when taken internally.

5. Chamomile or Lemon Balm (Tincture or Tea)
Gentle herbs for calming nerves, soothing tummy aches, or helping little ones sleep. Perfect for kids.

6. Ginger or Peppermint (Tincture or Tea)
Great for motion sickness, indigestion, bloating, and nausea.

7. Echinacea Tincture
A go-to immune booster when you’re feeling under the weather.

8. Arnica (Homeopathic or Herbal)
Ideal for bruising, muscle soreness, and bumps. Avoid on broken skin.

9. Activated Charcoal
Helpful for food poisoning, stomach bugs, or exposure to toxins.

10. Elderberry Syrup or Gummies
Immune support that tastes good and works. Great for kids and adults alike.

Storage Tips:

Use amber glass bottles or tins
Label everything with name, date, and usage
Store in a cool, dry place or keep in a portable bag

Optional Additions:

Tweezers
Thermometer
Bandages and gauze
Herbal roll-ons for sleep or headaches

Final Thoughts

Creating this kit is a beautiful way to nurture your family with natural remedies. If you are unable to create your own, there are many wonderful pre-made options for purchase. My favorite resource right now is Earthley Wellness. They have many options for different needs your family may have.

Have you started incorporating herbal remedies into your medicine cabinet? I’d love to hear about it in the comments below!

Click the link below to download my free Herbal First Aid Checklist:

The Gentle Harvest Printable Herbal First Aid Kit Checklist