Mullein can be used in a variety of ways depending on your wellness goals. For respiratory support, the dried leaves and flowers are commonly steeped in hot water to make a soothing herbal tea that helps clear the lungs and ease coughing. Mullein oil, made by infusing the flowers in a carrier oil, is often used to relieve earaches and skin irritation. You can also apply a cooled mullein tea compress to minor skin inflammations or add it to a steam inhalation for congestion relief. Always make sure to strain mullein tea well, as the fine hairs on the leaves can irritate the throat if not removed.
