The Fabled Alchemist

Botanical Healing Salves: How to Make Your First Herbal Remedy

Learn to craft your first herbal healing salve with this beginner-friendly guide. Discover the art of infusing botanical oils and creating natural remedies for your skin.

17 minutes
Recipe

What You Need

1 cup of carrier oil (olive oil, sweet almond oil, or jojoba oil work well)
1 ounce of beeswax (or 0.75 ounces of candelilla wax for a vegan option)
2 to 4 tablespoons of dried herbs or 4 to 6 tablespoons of fresh herbs
A double boiler or a heat-safe bowl that fits over a pot
Cheesecloth or a fine-mesh strainer
Clean, dry tins or glass jars for storage (4-ounce containers work nicely)
The Result

Learn to craft your first herbal healing salve with this beginner-friendly guide. Discover the art of infusing botanical oils and creating natural remedies for your skin.

The Fabled Alchemist

Botanical Healing Salves: How to Make Your First Herbal Remedy

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