Soothing Balm

This balm is perfect for soothing mild rashes, cuts and scraps. I sent some to my friend Mare of Just Making Noise for her little boy that was born a year ago last December to use as a diaper cream.

Soothing Balm

2 parts yarrow flowers
1 part calendula
1 part lavender
1 part rose petals
1/2 part comfy root
2 1/2 parts olive oil
3 parts coconut oil
1/4 cup bee’s wax pellets for every cup of oil

I used 1/4 cup of each part herb. For every cup of herb I used a cup of oil. Olive Oil is rich in Vitamin E and has anti inflammatory properties. Coconut oil has antifungal, antiviral and antibacterial properties. Add all your ingredients to a crock pot and turn it on to the lowest setting. Leave for two to three days.(Note: Because my crock pot tends to get rather hot, I periodically check on it and turn it off at night.) After three days you will have and herb infused oil. Strain off all the herbs. You can do this by using a stainless steel stainer or a cheese cloth. I use both. The cheese cloth allows you to squeeze out as much of the herb oil as possible. Pour your herb infused oil back into the crock pot and turn it medium heat. Slowly stir in about 4 TBS of beeswax pastilles. Once the beeswax pastilles are fully incorporated pour in to a container(s) of your choice.

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