{"product_id":"st-johns-wort-extract","title":"St Johns Wort Extract","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW3943890 BCX0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_16hzy_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1558\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eExperience the distinctive botanical character of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003eHypericum perforatum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (St John's Wort) in a carefully handcrafted botanical extract inspired by centuries of European herbal tradition. Prepared in small batches using a traditional alcohol-water extraction method, this botanical preparation celebrates a plant recognised for its golden flowers and longstanding place in seasonal herbal practices.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003eSuitable for incorporation into a mindful wellness routine, St John's Wort Extract offers a simple way to enjoy one of Europe's most historically significant traditional botanicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1762\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003eHypericum perforatum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e St John's Wort\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003ePlant Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hypericaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1852\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1852\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003ePlant Part Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowering tops\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHerbal Tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTraditional European herbalism\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtraction Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTraditional alcohol-water extraction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrafted In\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Form\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTraditional Herbal Extract\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout St John's Wort Extract\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"2237\"\u003eSt John's Wort has been appreciated throughout European herbal traditions for centuries because of its vibrant yellow blossoms and enduring place in seasonal botanical practices. Traditionally harvested around midsummer, the herb has long been associated with light, seasonal rhythms and nature's abundance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2239\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003eAt Crest, our St John's Wort Extract is handcrafted using carefully selected \u003cem data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2338\"\u003eHypericum perforatum\u003c\/em\u003e flowering tops, extracted using a traditional alcohol-water method that helps preserve the plant's naturally occurring botanical constituents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2483\" data-end=\"2609\"\u003eEvery bottle is handcrafted in small batches with a focus on quality, simplicity and respect for traditional herbal knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"11saoek\" data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2649\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eTraditional Herbal Heritage\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2651\" data-end=\"3009\"\u003eAcross European folk herbalism, St John's Wort has been celebrated for generations as a midsummer herb, traditionally gathered when the plant is in full bloom. Its bright golden flowers have made it one of the most recognisable herbs in traditional botanical lore, where it has been associated with light, seasonal balance and the changing rhythms of nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3011\" data-end=\"3175\"\u003eAt Crest, we honour these longstanding traditions while encouraging informed and responsible use of botanical preparations as part of a balanced wellness lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9gkbzk\" data-start=\"3182\" data-end=\"3199\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eIngredients\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3201\" data-end=\"3305\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yj1brj\" data-start=\"3201\" data-end=\"3257\"\u003e\n\u003cem data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3225\"\u003eHypericum perforatum\u003c\/em\u003e (St John's Wort) flowering tops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10prwq5\" data-start=\"3258\" data-end=\"3288\"\u003eFood-grade alcohol (40% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d9r6ul\" data-start=\"3289\" data-end=\"3305\"\u003ePurified water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3307\" data-end=\"3358\"\u003eNo artificial colours, fragrances or preservatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"11d27t4\" data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3389\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDirections for Use\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3391\" data-end=\"3413\"\u003eShake well before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3415\" data-end=\"3540\"\u003eTake \u003cstrong data-start=\"3420\" data-end=\"3435\"\u003e10–15 drops\u003c\/strong\u003e in a small amount of water, up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"3470\" data-end=\"3491\"\u003ethree times daily\u003c\/strong\u003e, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3542\" data-end=\"3598\"\u003eUse mindfully as part of your everyday wellness routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3600\" data-end=\"3687\"\u003eIf preferred, the extract may also be added to herbal tea or another suitable beverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1m5wrbg\" data-start=\"3694\" data-end=\"3712\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSuitable For\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3714\" data-end=\"3855\"\u003eSt John's Wort Extract is suitable for adults wishing to incorporate traditional botanical preparations into their everyday wellness routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3857\" data-end=\"3877\"\u003eNot recommended for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3879\" data-end=\"4121\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4lwmyj\" data-start=\"3879\" data-end=\"3889\"\u003eChildren\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1il0vz8\" data-start=\"3890\" data-end=\"3946\"\u003ePregnancy or breastfeeding without professional advice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4dk1mj\" data-start=\"3947\" data-end=\"4001\"\u003eIndividuals with known sensitivity to St John's Wort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"54kijp\" data-start=\"4002\" data-end=\"4121\"\u003eAnyone taking medication or managing a medical condition without first consulting a qualified healthcare practitioner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4123\" data-end=\"4318\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4123\" data-end=\"4137\"\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Please consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are taking chronic medication or using hormonal contraceptives, as St John's Wort may interact with certain medicines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1mw3ucp\" data-start=\"4325\" data-end=\"4349\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4351\" data-end=\"4683\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fe4jc4\" data-start=\"4351\" data-end=\"4380\"\u003eHandcrafted in South Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"klcpvy\" data-start=\"4381\" data-end=\"4416\"\u003eSmall-batch botanical preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fn1kp3\" data-start=\"4417\" data-end=\"4468\"\u003eAlcohol-water extracted using traditional methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9llk7q\" data-start=\"4469\" data-end=\"4517\"\u003eCrafted from carefully selected flowering tops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"146psr8\" data-start=\"4518\" data-end=\"4534\"\u003eVegan friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"c8ts64\" data-start=\"4535\" data-end=\"4549\"\u003eCruelty free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli 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children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"flgjkn\" data-start=\"4848\" data-end=\"4892\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eTraditional Herbal Wellness Disclaimer\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4894\" data-end=\"4980\"\u003eThis product is a traditional herbal preparation intended to support general wellness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4982\" data-end=\"5049\"\u003eIt is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5051\" data-end=\"5208\"\u003eIf you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a medical condition, have kidney disease, or are taking medication, consult your healthcare practitioner before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5210\" data-end=\"5257\"\u003eDiscontinue use if any adverse reaction occurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5259\" data-end=\"5289\"\u003eKeep out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"16q2fq4\" data-start=\"5296\" data-end=\"5328\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"8jtv51\" data-start=\"5330\" data-end=\"5378\"\u003eCan I take St John's Wort Extract every day?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5380\" data-end=\"5555\"\u003eUse only as directed and as part of your personal wellness routine. If you have any medical concerns or are taking medication, consult your healthcare practitioner before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5557\" data-end=\"5560\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ad6f19\" data-start=\"5562\" data-end=\"5610\"\u003eDoes St John's Wort Extract contain alcohol?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5612\" data-end=\"5616\"\u003eYes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5618\" data-end=\"5802\"\u003eAlcohol is traditionally used to extract and preserve many of the naturally occurring botanical constituents found within herbs. The amount consumed in a typical serving is very small.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5804\" data-end=\"5807\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"c33lm2\" data-start=\"5809\" data-end=\"5851\"\u003eCan I add the extract to water or tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5853\" data-end=\"5857\"\u003eYes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5859\" data-end=\"5969\"\u003eMany people prefer to add the recommended number of drops to a small amount of water or herbal tea before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5971\" data-end=\"5974\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1m2mrgg\" data-start=\"5976\" data-end=\"5999\"\u003eIs this a medicine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6001\" data-end=\"6004\"\u003eNo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6006\" data-end=\"6131\"\u003eSt John's Wort Extract is a traditional herbal preparation intended for general wellness and is not registered as a medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6133\" data-end=\"6136\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"11pw8td\" data-start=\"6138\" data-end=\"6196\"\u003eWhy has St John's Wort traditionally been appreciated?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6198\" data-end=\"6413\"\u003eSt John's Wort has a long history within European herbal traditions, where it has been appreciated for its vibrant golden flowers and longstanding association with seasonal herbal practices and midsummer traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6415\" data-end=\"6418\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"vrayqr\" data-start=\"6420\" data-end=\"6469\"\u003eCan St John's Wort interact with medications?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6471\" data-end=\"6475\"\u003eYes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6477\" data-end=\"6665\"\u003eSt John's Wort is known to interact with certain medications. If you are taking prescription medication, including hormonal contraceptives, consult your healthcare practitioner before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6667\" data-end=\"6670\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1kory5x\" data-start=\"6672\" data-end=\"6715\"\u003eHow is St John's Wort Extract prepared?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6717\" data-end=\"6971\"\u003eSt John's Wort Extract is handcrafted using a traditional alcohol-water extraction method that helps preserve many of the naturally occurring botanical constituents found within \u003cem data-start=\"6895\" data-end=\"6917\"\u003eHypericum perforatum\u003c\/em\u003e, creating a stable and convenient herbal preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"6kxyxz\" data-start=\"6978\" data-end=\"7025\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eExplore More Natural Wellness Collections\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7027\" data-end=\"7085\"\u003eContinue your botanical wellness journey by exploring our:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"7087\" data-end=\"7293\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fyaoio\" data-start=\"7087\" data-end=\"7128\"\u003eTraditional Herbal Tinctures Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zt3ard\" data-start=\"7129\" data-end=\"7156\"\u003eEssential Oils Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"epsrw7\" data-start=\"7157\" data-end=\"7185\"\u003eHerbal Wellness Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"98qenz\" data-start=\"7186\" data-end=\"7218\"\u003eAromatherapy Blends Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pve9ow\" data-start=\"7219\" data-end=\"7245\"\u003eHerbal Salves Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7wkwbr\" data-start=\"7246\" data-end=\"7279\"\u003eQualifications \u0026amp; Certifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yu8m1i\" data-start=\"7280\" data-end=\"7293\"\u003eAbout Crest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51527986872533,"sku":"","price":135.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/4799\/4581\/files\/StJohnsWortTinctureCrestlife.jpg?v=1750864368","url":"https:\/\/www.crestlife.co.za\/products\/st-johns-wort-extract","provider":"Crest","version":"1.0","type":"link"}