White Willow Bark Anti-Acne Toner

I’ve had my eye on some white willow bark for ages, due to its anti-acne properties thanks to its salicin content (grandfather to salicylic acid). You’ve probably seen store bought anti-acne products bragging that they “contain salicylic acid!”, and white willow bark is a great natural source of it. White willow bark is also anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal. It helps reduce redness and inflammation, and encourages healing, and I can’t believe I’ve never worked with it before.

1 tbsp white willow bark
70g boiling water

50g witch hazel

10 drops essential oil(s) of choice (anti-acne choices include tea tree, lavender, benzoin, and black pepper)
Equal volume of solubilizer