How To Make Calendula Herbal Salve

How To Make Calendula Herbal Salve 

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Comfrey and Calendula Herbal Salve 

To make calendula herbal salve, you'll need the following ingredients and materials:

Ingredients:

- 1 cup of dried calendula flowers

- 1 cup of carrier oil (such as olive oil, coconut oil, or sweet almond oil)

- 1/4 cup of beeswax pellets or grated beeswax

- Optional: a few drops of essential oils for fragrance (such as lavender or tea tree oil)

Materials:

- Double boiler or makeshift double boiler (a heat-safe bowl set over a pot of simmering water)

- Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth

- Heat-resistant containers for storing the salve (such as glass jars or tins)

- Stirring utensil (such as a wooden spoon or spatula)

- Labels for labeling the finished salve

Instructions:

1. Infuse the Oil:

   - In a double boiler, combine the dried calendula flowers and carrier oil.

   - Heat the mixture over low heat for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.

   - Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.

2. Strain the Oil:

   - Once the oil has cooled, strain it through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean bowl or container.

   - Squeeze out as much oil as possible from the calendula flowers.

3. Prepare the Beeswax:

   - Return the strained oil to the double boiler and add the beeswax pellets or grated beeswax.

   - Heat the mixture over low heat until the beeswax is completely melted, stirring occasionally to combine.

4. Optional: Add Essential Oils:

   - If desired, add a few drops of essential oils to the melted oil and beeswax mixture for fragrance and added benefits. Stir well to combine.

5. Pour into Containers:

   - Carefully pour the melted salve mixture into clean, heat-resistant containers, such as glass jars or tins.

   - Allow the salve to cool and solidify at room temperature. This may take several hours.

6. Label and Store:

   - Once the salve has solidified, label the containers with the date and ingredients used.

   - Store the calendula herbal salve in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. It will keep for several months to a year, depending on storage conditions.

To use the calendula herbal salve, simply apply a small amount to the affected area as needed for soothing relief. This homemade salve is perfect for soothing minor skin irritations, cuts, scrapes, burns, insect bites, and dry skin.

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To make calendula herbal salve using the crockpot method, you'll need the following ingredients and materials:

Ingredients:

- 1 cup of dried calendula flowers

- 1 cup of carrier oil (such as olive oil, coconut oil, or sweet almond oil)

- 1/4 cup of beeswax pellets or grated beeswax

- Optional: a few drops of essential oils for fragrance (such as lavender or tea tree oil)

Materials:

- Crockpot or slow cooker

- Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth

- Heat-resistant containers for storing the salve (such as glass jars or tins)

- Stirring utensil (such as a wooden spoon or spatula)

- Laqbels for labeling the finished salve

Instructions:

1. Infuse the Oil:

   - In a crockpot, combine the dried calendula flowers and carrier oil.

   - Set the crockpot to the lowest heat setting and let the mixture infuse for 4-6 hours, stirring occasionally.

2. Strain the Oil:

   - Once the oil has infused, strain it through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean bowl or container.

   - Squeeze out as much oil as possible from the calendula flowers.

3. Prepare the Beeswax:

   - Return the strained oil to the crockpot and add the beeswax pellets or grated beeswax.

   - Heat the mixture on the low heat setting until the beeswax is completely melted, stirring occasionally to combine.

4. Optional: Add Essential Oils:

   - If desired, add a few drops of essential oils to the melted oil and beeswax mixture for fragrance and added benefits. Stir well to combine.

5. Pour into Containers:

   - Carefully pour the melted salve mixture into clean, heat-resistant containers, such as glass jars or tins.

   - Allow the salve to cool and solidify at room temperature. This may take several hours.

6. Label and Store:

   - Once the salve has solidified, label the containers with the date and ingredients used.

   - Store the calendula herbal salve in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. It will keep for several months to a year, depending on storage conditions.

Using the crockpot method makes the process of making calendula herbal salve easy and convenient. Simply set it and forget it, and you'll have a soothing and nourishing salve ready to use in no time.

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