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An herbal tincture is a concentrated liquid form of one or more herbs. To make a tincture, a person must soak parts of an herb for several weeks in alcohol or vinegar. The soaking process extracts the active components of the herb or herbs. Alcohol is often the liquid of choice, as it can extract components, such as resins and alkaloids, that are not water-soluble. People usually take tinctures orally by using a dropper to place the liquid under their tongue. Depending on the types of herbs involved, tinctures can include various parts of the plant. Some of the most common parts in herbal tinctures include: dried leaves bark berries roots fresh leaves A person can purchase tinctures online, at health and wellness stores, and in some grocery or drug stores. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) do not regulate the creation or use of herbal tinctures. A person should speak to their doctor before using a tincture, especially if they take medications.