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    4.7 out of 5
    Based on 12 verified reviews
    All Alternate Healing reviews · independently submitted by customers

    Sleep has actually changed

    Bought the 5ml after weeks of reading. Take a tiny amount before bed and I'm out properly — no groggy morning. The packaging is gorgeous too, my partner thought I'd bought myself a luxury perfume. Will reorder.

    Sarah M.· ManchesterVerified purchase
    Bought: RSO Tincture · 5ml

    Discreet packaging, fast UK delivery

    Arrived in two working days, plain outer, no branding on the parcel. The bottle itself is beautifully made. The dropper is accurate which I appreciate — small things. The oil itself is darker than other UK brands I've tried, which I think is a good sign.

    Verified Customer· LondonVerified purchase
    Bought: RSO Tincture · 2ml

    Strong stuff — start small

    First-time RSO buyer. The 1ml was the right call to test it. Honestly stronger than I expected so a tiny rice grain amount was plenty for me at first. Knocked a star only because I'd love a clearer dosing guide on the box — but customer service answered me on email same day.

    James K.· EdinburghVerified purchase
    Bought: RSO Tincture · 1ml

    Hand-made and you can tell

    I've ordered from three other small UK apothecaries and this one feels the most considered. The 10ml lasts me ages with how I use it. Bottle hasn't leaked once and the gold cap genuinely looks luxe on the shelf.

    Verified Customer· BristolVerified purchase
    Bought: RSO Tincture · 10ml

    Helped with my evening wind-down

    Use a tiny amount under the tongue around 9pm and I just feel calmer reading on the sofa. Not a sledgehammer like some products — more like a gentle off-switch. Reordering the 5ml.

    Priya R.· ReadingVerified purchase
    Bought: RSO Tincture · 5ml

    Solid quality, slightly slow delivery once

    Quality of the product is genuinely excellent — full spectrum oil that tastes earthy, not chemical. Reordered three times now. One order took a touch longer than expected but they replied to my email within hours so no real complaints.

    Tom B.· CardiffVerified purchase
    Bought: RSO Tincture · 2ml

    Stiff shoulder finally relaxing

    Bought the 60g jar after months of a knot in my right shoulder from desk work. I rub a little in before bed and the next morning it's the most noticeable difference. Smell is herbal, not perfumed — exactly what I wanted.

    Verified Customer· LeedsVerified purchase
    Bought: RSO Cream · 60g

    Beautiful jar, real product inside

    I'll be honest, I bought it because the packaging is stunning. But the cream actually works for me — I get sore calves from running and this is now my recovery routine. Absorbs cleanly, no greasy residue on the sheets.

    Emma L.· BrightonVerified purchase
    Bought: RSO Cream · 60g

    Lovely cream, wish jar was bigger

    The 30g is great to try but I went through it quickly using it daily on my lower back. Now ordering the 100g which is much better value. The texture is whipped, almost like a balm — not runny at all.

    Verified Customer· GlasgowVerified purchase
    Bought: RSO Cream · 30g

    200g jar is the move

    Skip straight to the apothecary size if you know you'll use it. Works out far cheaper per gram. I use it on knees most days. The jar itself feels like proper apothecary glass, not the cheap plastic some brands ship.

    Daniel P.· BirminghamVerified purchase
    Bought: RSO Cream · 200g

    My mum loves it

    Bought the 100g for my mum who has stiff hands in the morning. She uses a pea-sized amount and says it feels warming and soothing. She's now ordering it herself, which says everything. Discreet shipping was appreciated.

    Verified Customer· NorwichVerified purchase
    Bought: RSO Cream · 100g

    Lovely, but the scent isn't for everyone

    Product itself is brilliant — really helps with my neck after long shifts. Knocked one star only because the herbal smell is quite strong straight from the jar. Fades within ten minutes on skin, but worth knowing if you're sensitive to scent.

    Hannah W.· LiverpoolVerified purchase
    Bought: RSO Cream · 60g

    Ready to try a bottle or a jar?

    Every order is hand-prepared and shipped in plain UK-tracked packaging. Start with a small size — most customers do.