Chamomile Tincture, Step by Step: Folk Method

How to make a tincture with dried herbs at home, step by step, using chamomile and the simple folk method. No complicated ratios, no percentages, no herbalism degree required. If you have been wanting to build an herbal medicine stash for yourself and your family, this is where you begin. In this video, Selima walks you through everything you need to make your first chamomile tincture with confidence. You will learn why a tincture outlasts tea on your shelf, what chamomile actually does for your nervous system and your gut, exactly what to buy and how much to use, and how to take what you make. She also shows you the one mistake most beginners make in the first 24 hours that can ruin the whole batch. Chamomile is a gentle, beginner-friendly herb that supports stress, restlessness, and digestion, and it is safe enough for the whole family with the right preparation. By the end, you will have a finished tincture and know exactly how to use it. This is video one of four in the tincture series. How to make a glycerite is next followed by The blender method, and the percolation method already has its own full video: https://youtu.be/6RS78a-EKQE If you want to learn how to use herbs skillfully and confidently for yourself and your household, explore the Family Farmacy eBook: https://www.iwillaremedy.com/offers/5w5LowKJ/checkout For deeper guidance on herbal dosage, the full workshop is here: https://youtu.be/VxRFSFhFgWE —————————————————————————— 📖 Selima's new book, The Confident Family Herbalist, releases worldwide on November 1, 2026 and is available for pre-order now. Get 20% off plus free U.S. shipping with code CFH20 → https://health.aeonbooks.com/product/confident-family-herbalist/95438 —————————————————————————— ⏱ Timestamps 0:00 Why this matters 0:25 Why a tincture beats tea 0:55 What chamomile does in the body 1:30 What you need to get started 2:05 What alcohol to buy 2:45 The folk method, six steps 4:30 The 24-hour mistake that ruins tinctures 5:20 How to strain your tincture 6:10 How to dose and use it 7:30 What to tincture next —————————————————————————— ❓ Quick answers Q: How long does a folk method tincture need to sit before it's ready? A: Four to six weeks is the traditional window for the folk method. During that time the alcohol slowly rehydrates the dried herb and pulls the medicinal compounds out of the chamomile and into the liquid. You will see the liquid darken to a golden amber color, which is the extraction happening. Shake the jar every day or every other day, since more contact between the herb and the liquid means a more thorough extraction. The method is slow and simple, but reliable. You are letting time do the work. Q: What is the dosage for a chamomile tincture? A: The standard adult dose is 2 to 4 ml in a small amount of water, which is roughly 40 to 80 drops, or about a teaspoon, taken 2 to 3 times per day or as needed. For stress and restlessness, take it 30 minutes before bed. For digestive support, take it 15 to 20 minutes before a meal. For children the dose is much smaller, and for very young children a glycerin based preparation is gentler than alcohol. Always work with a practitioner when using herbs with young children. —————————————————————————— ✨ Explore more from Iwilla Remedy • Our Website → iwillaremedy.com • Herbal Medicine for the Soul® → https://thrive.iwillaremedy.com • Family Farmacy → https://family.iwillaremedy.com • Everyday Herbalism → https://www.iwillaremedy.com/everydayherbalism • Free Herbal Masterclass → https://www.iwillaremedy.com/watch-now • Herbal Tools & Recommended Books → https://www.iwillaremedy.com/product-curated-list 📢 Connect with our herbal community Instagram → http://instagram.com/iwillaremedy Facebook → http://facebook.com/iwillaremedy —————————————————————————— About Selima Harleston Lust Selima Harleston Lust is a clinical herbalist, medical astrologer, and co-founder of Iwilla Remedy. She is the Professor of African American Herbalism at Spelman College, where she created and teaches the first and only course of its kind, and serves as a Lead Herbalist Educator at Herbal Academy. Her work centers health sovereignty, cultural lineage, and evidence-informed plant medicine. —————————————————————————— Affiliate disclaimer This description may contain affiliate links that support the channel at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting our work. Educational disclaimer All content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace professional medical advice. Always consult your physician or licensed healthcare provider bef