The first step is to infuse your oil. You can use a quick or slow infusion method.

Fill a clean glass jar with dried dandelion heads - you can also use the leaves and roots if you want.

Cover the plant material with your carrier oil until everything is submerged. 

Add a lid to the jar and place it in a sunny windowsill for a solar infusion. Leave it for 4-6 weeks.

Alternatively, for a quick infusion, gently warm the jar in a makeshift double boiler for 2-3 hours. I just add a glass jar to a small saucepan! Avoid boiling the oil to preserve the medicinal properties in the dandelions.

After 6 weeks (or 3 hours if you’re using the stovetop method), strain the oil through cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer to remove any excess moisture or plant bits.

Add beeswax to the small saucepan and heat it over a low simmer until melted.

Stir in the dandelion-infused oil and shea butter until fully combined.

You can also add a few drops of lavender oil for the scent.

Pour the mixture into small jars.

Allow the salve to cool and harden at room temperature before adding a lid. You're finished!