Healing Salve

This salve works like an herbal Neosporin, great for cuts, wounds, scrapes, and any type of skin condition. It is antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory, making it perfect for fighting infection.

Herbs

4 parts lavender flowers

3 parts echinacea root (or Oregon Grape Root or half and half)

3 parts calendula flowers

2 parts plantain

2 parts comfrey

2 parts St. Johns wort

2 parts yarrow

Directions

1. Make an herbal infused oil with the herbs.

2. Pour the herbal infused oil into a pan.

3. Add an ounce of beeswax per cup of oil and melt over very low heat.

4. Remove from heat and cool for a minute or two then add 1 tsp of first aid essential oil.

5. Pour into containers until cool and solid, then cap and store in a cool, dry location.  

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