St. John’s Wort oil is the summer sensation, but beware – it can be dangerous! Experienced herbalist Marko Stevanović reveals how to make it properly and why you must NOT use it as a sun oil. Yes, you read that right! This natural remedy, known for its hypericin content that boosts the happiness hormone serotonin, can cause serious burns if misused. Stevanović advises making the oil by placing St. John’s Wort leaves and flowers in a glass jar, covering them with cold-pressed olive oil, and leaving it in the sun for 40 days. The darker the oil, the stronger the concentration. But never apply it before sun exposure! It’s best used as skin care after sunbathing. Besides St. John’s Wort, he recommends teas made from lemon balm, hibiscus, and mint to cool the body, and creams with calendula and aloe for sensitive people and children. For insect bites and burns, compresses of plantain and chamomile are lifesavers. Stevanović emphasizes that nature offers solutions for summer troubles, but only if you know how to use them right. Who’s ready to play with St. John’s Wort without ending up burned? Got tips or stories? Drop a comment – you might just save someone’s summer!
