Homemade Ointment/Salve

I do believe I have posted a video on how to make a salve or ointment before, but I wanted to retouch the subject because I really believe it's one of the easiest things to make and so essential to have in your medicine cabinet.

All you need is some Extra Virgin Olive Oil, beeswax pastilles or beeswax 1 oz blocks, some essential oils if you want to add (Lavender, Peppermint, Geranium are great for healing the skin) and the herb of your choice to infuse in your EVOO. I suggest using Comfrey or Calendula. But you can use Mullein, Chickweed, Cayenne, Plantain, anything you want. Do your research and find out what each herb has to offer for your specific skin ailments.

So you want to take your herb of choice and fill your mason jar about halfway and then cover your herb with EVOO. Watch for those air bubbles and give it a little stir, you may have to add more. I usually just fill it to the rim. Cover and label and infuse in the sun or sunny window sill for about two weeks. Once your oil is infused, strain using cheesecloth and compost the herb left behind. In a double boiler, melt 1 oz of beewax or 1 tbsp of your pastilles to every 8 oz of oil.  Once the beeswax has melted, add in your infused oil and stir together. Remove from stove and add in any essential oils, usually just a few drops will do. Stir and immediately pour into jars or tin ointment containers. Allow to set before putting on the lids. Remember to label!

And that's it! It may sound like a lot but trust me once you've done it once or twice, you will see just how easy it is. For any specific herbal salve recipes, comment below as I have tons! Or if you need something for a specific skin ailment or problem, comment below and I will reply!

Thanks and enjoy!