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Homemade Skin Salve
Laura Ascher
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Prep Time
5
minutes
mins
Cook Time
10
minutes
mins
Additional Time
20
minutes
mins
Total Time
35
minutes
mins
Course
skin care
Ingredients
½
cup
shea butter
½
cup
coconut oil
¼
cup
beeswax
1
tablespoon
raw honey
10
drops lavender
8
drops frankincense
5
drops tea tree
5
drops geranium
Shallow Storage Tin
Instructions
Melt shea butter, coconut oil, and beeswax in a double boiler over medium heat.
Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
Stir in honey and essential oils.
Once ingredients are well combined, transfer the salve to metal storage tins.
Allow the salve to harden completely before securing the lid.
Apply to the area of concern.
Notes
Always perform a patch test first.
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I am not a nutritionalist. Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.