How to Make Your Salve
When your infused oils are ready, it's time to turn them into a salve. I keep a jar by my bed, or anywhere I sit down to unwind. If you don't know how to make herbal oils, you can learn how in my online course Handcrafted Healing Herbal Oils.
Ingredients
- 3 oz. St. John's wort-infused oil
- 3 oz. rose-infused oil
- 2 oz. lemon balm-infused oil
- 2 oz. Tulsi-infused oil
- 1 oz. orange peel-infused oil
- 5 tbsp beeswax (use more for a firmer salve, less for a softer one) Tip: For a vegan version, use candelilla wax instead of beeswax. You’ll need about 2/3 the amount called for, since it creates a harder texture.
Instructions
- Fill a small pot with about 2 inches of water and place it over medium heat. Set a heat-safe glass measuring cup or bowl inside to create a basic double boiler.
- Add your herbal oils and beeswax to the top bowl. Warm, stirring every few minutes until the beeswax is completely melted and the mixture looks clear. Keep the heat low and steady, and avoid getting any water into the oils because it can reduce the shelf life of the oil.
- Once the wax has melted, carefully remove the bowl from the hear. Stir again to be sure everything is evenly mixed.
- Pour the warm salve into clean, dry jars or tins.
- Let it cool until solid, then cover with lids and label.
Notes
To Use
Massage a small amount onto the neck, chest, or along the base of the skull. You can also rub a bit onto the soles of the feet before rest. As you do, breathe in and notice your body starting to settle.
Storage & Shelf Life
Place your salve in a cool, dry area away from heat and sunlight. As long as you store it clean and dry, the shelf life of your salve is one year. This shelf life requires that the oils be made with optimum shelf life in mind, which you don’t find in most online tutorials. We cover this in depth in my course.