
In China, Stolisnik (A. millefolium, Hajdučka trava or Hajdučica, Sporiš, Ranjenik) has been used as a medicinal plant for 4000 years. In folk medicine, it was one of the plants of love, and it was also used ritually. It has an anti-inflammatory effect on stomach and intestinal problems, has a soothing effect, purifies the blood and generally strengthens. Yarrow is also used for kidney disease, heart circulation disorders, and for headaches and toothaches. The bitter substances it contains promote the excretion of bile and alleviate chronic liver diseases. It can be used externally to stop bleeding, joint inflammation and impure skin. Even today, the whole plant is used for medicinal purposes as tea or alcoholic tincture. Folk medicine uses it for hemorrhoids and menstrual problems. In homeopathy for bleeding. In sensitive people, the sesquiterpene lactones it contains can cause allergic rashes, especially after repeated skin contact.
Areas of application:
Acne
Angina pektoris (suportivna)
Loss of appetite
Cracked hands
Dark circles
High blood pressure
Bleeding
flatulence
Diabetes
Circulation disorders
Diarrhea
Eczema
Cold
Biliary colic
Gastritis
Ulcers
Gout
Hemorrhoids
Headache
Varicose veins
Weakness of circulation
Period cramps
Neuralgia
Kidney weakness
Estrogen dominance
Portal vein congestion
Rheumatism
Psoriasis
Sun burns
Digestive weakness
Jail
Menopause symptoms
Wound healing
Main applications: female diseases
Medicinal action:
Antibacterial
Antibiotic,
Blood purification
Disinfectant,
Anti-inflammatory
Toning of blood vessels
Antispasmodics
Wound healing
Parts of the plant used:
Flowers and leaves, when the plant is in bloom
Collection time:
Summer
Method of use:
Tea, tincture, creams, ointments, poultices


According to Greek mythology, the hero Achilles used Stylus to wash his wounds during the Trojan War, which led to the name of the plant – Achillea millefolium.
Yarrow is extremely useful in skin care because it helps with oily skin by bringing it back into balance. It also provides relief for minor wounds, including those caused by squeezed pimples. This plant also has the ability to heal acne and reduce inflammation and redness of the skin.
By adding a few drops of sage essential oil to the mixture, which has an astringent effect and helps with inflammatory conditions, yarrow additionally contributes to the rejuvenation of tired skin, restoring its youthful appearance.
You can use the face cream in the morning or in the evening, simply apply a thin layer on clean facial skin.