Aromatherapy Hot and Cold Compresses for Boils
Start with a hot compress: Add four drops of German chamomile to 300ml of tolerably hot water. Soak a piece of folded gauze in the aromatic water then remove and apply to the boil. Hold in place until it cools, then reapply.
Finish with a cold compress: Add four drops of German chamomile to 300ml of cold water, then proceed as for a hot compress, holding in place until it warms to body temperature.
Recommended time: Once or twice daily
Start with a hot compress: Add four drops of German chamomile to 300ml of tolerably hot water. Soak a piece of folded gauze in the aromatic water then remove and apply to the boil. Hold in place until it cools, then reapply.
Finish with a cold compress: Add four drops of German chamomile to 300ml of cold water, then proceed as for a hot compress, holding in place until it warms to body temperature.
Recommended time: Once or twice daily