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Posted 11/7/2016 12:43 PM (GMT 0)
I was wondering how long an open bottle of tincture stays effective. I have several bottles of Woodland Essence tinctures that I was using before my doctor switched me and now wants me to go back on them. It's been about 8 months so I am not sure if I should just buy new tinctures. Any thoughts?
Posted 11/7/2016 12:50 PM (GMT 0)
Loutucky, it probably also has to do with how they were stored...i.e what temperature. I would just call the manufacturer and ask.
Posted 11/7/2016 1:08 PM (GMT 0)
I never thought about calling. Thanks JoanJet!
Posted 11/7/2016 1:46 PM (GMT 0)
When stored in a cool, dark place, tinctures last years, even in an open bottle. The alcohol is a preservative.
Posted 11/7/2016 1:56 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks Traveler. They are all alcohol tinctures and quite expensive.
Posted 11/7/2016 2:00 PM (GMT 0)
You should have no trouble with them. It's only if the herb is still being stored in the tincture and the herb gets exposed to the air that you have to worry about mold. Tincture strength remains the same for over a year generally, maybe longer.
Posted 11/7/2016 4:28 PM (GMT 0)
Traveler, you are absolutely correct. I called Woodland Essence and they said that the tinctures are perfectly stable in alcohol and were still good even after 8 months since opening. I am so happy!!
Posted 11/7/2016 5:03 PM (GMT 0)
Yep! But I'm glad you called them to verify. It's always best to verify information you find online - we are all human and make mistakes!!
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