Soothing Bee Balm Salve Recipe For Skin Care

Hey there, friends! Today, I’d like to share with you an incredible recipe for a soothing chickweed salve. This salve is perfect for those pesky skin irritations or just to keep your skin feeling fresh and nourished. Chickweed is a natural remedy known for its healing properties, and making this salve is super easy! Let’s dive in.

Chickweed Salve

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Ingredients

1 cup fresh chickweed (or ½ cup dried chickweed)
1 cup olive oil (or any carrier oil of your choice)
1 ounce beeswax (about 1/4 cup if using grated beeswax)
Essential oils (optional, for fragrance)

Instructions

Start by gathering your fresh chickweed. If you’re using dried, that works too! Rinse the fresh chickweed under cool water to remove any dirt or debris.
In a small saucepan, combine the chickweed with the olive oil. Heat the mixture on low for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. This step allows the oil to extract the beneficial properties of the chickweed.
After 30 minutes, strain the oil through a cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer into a clean container. Be sure to squeeze out all the goodness from the chickweed!
Next, return the strained oil to the saucepan. Add the beeswax and stir over low heat until it’s fully melted and combined.
If you’d like to add essential oils for fragrance, now’s the time! Just a few drops will do. Stir it in for a lovely scent.
Carefully pour the mixture into clean jars or containers. Let it cool and solidify, which shouldn’t take long.
Your chickweed salve is ready to use! Use it on areas of skin affected by dryness, irritation, or just for that all-around buttery soft feel.

And there you have it—a natural, soothing salve that you made right in your own kitchen! This chickweed salve not only helps your skin but connects you with the healing power of nature. Happy crafting, and enjoy your fresh, homemade salve!