We’re taking a dive into herbalism with this homemade calendula scar salve. If you are looking for a recipe that can heal scars, infections, acne and so much more, then this recipe is perfect.
As time goes on, I find it is important to know some home remedies whenever you don’t want the side effects of an over the counter drug or just enjoy the natural benefits of herbal flowers. Let’s get into this recipe.
Equipment & Ingredients
To make these calendula scar salve tins you will need these ingredients:
- Calendula Oil
- Beeswax Pellets
- Shea Butter
- Scented Essential Oil (optional)
As for the equipment, this is all you will need:
- Mixing Bowl
- Double Boiler
- Salve Tins
Calendula flowers are a natural herbal flower that can be used to make teas, salves, lotion bars, soaps or oils. The versatility of this flower is amazing because each of its uses can help heal different parts of your body. While putting this flower into a tea can heal many internal illnesses such as sore throat, pink eye or menstrual cramps, this calendula scar salve has many benefits for healing deeply into your skin too.
Some of the healing benefits can fight scars, acne, infections, and ear aches. The calendula scar salve can also reduce stretch marks, eczema, sun burn and ring worm as well!
I hope this simple calendula scar salve helps you heal your skin in any way you need. Let me know how this came out for you in the comments or what scent you chose to add to make this salve smell extra delicious.
This is definitely a recipe where you will have a lot left over, which makes the perfect homemade gift for family and friends. If you aren’t gifting this calendula scar salve, be sure to share this herbal recipe with those you love. 🙂
Calendula Scar Salve
Difficulty: Medium6
tins15
minutes5
hoursIngredients
1 cup calendula infused oil
2 tablespoons beeswax
2 tablespoons shea butter
15 drops of cherry blossom essential oil (optional)
Directions
- In a double boiler, add the calendula oil and beeswax. Mix together over the heat until melted.
- Remove from the heat and then add the shea butter, stirring until completely melted.
- Last, but not least, add the drops of lavender oil into the mixture and mix once more.
- Transfer into tins for storing and let cool for several hours until solid.
- Store at room temperature.
