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The herbal first aid kit

ALOE VERA GEL: Cooling and healing, aloe vera soothes the inflammation of sunburn and common kitchen scalds and burns.

• Arnica flowers have anti-inflammatory and circulation-stimulating properties; the gel or cream is excellent for sore muscles, sprains, strains and bruises. Do not apply

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