Simple Lavender Beeswax Salve Recipe

An overhead shot of beeswax next to a beeswax salve.

Nico

This beeswax salve recipe is simple to make at home and is a wonderful homemade herbal gift. Beeswax, lavender, and a few other natural ingredients are combined to make a moisturising and calming salve.

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Prep Time 20

Additional Time 20

Total Time 40

Servings: 5 Salves

Course: Holistic Skin Care

Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients

1 Cup Carrier oil of your choice - I like using olive oil, sweet almond oil, fractionated coconut oil, or jojoba oil in my homemade infused oils
½ Cup Dried lavender buds - here's an organic source
2 tbsp Shea butter - here's a bulk, raw source
3 tbsp Beeswax pastilles - here's an organic source if you cannot find them locally

Equipment

Double boiler – or make your own by using a glass bowl over a small saucepan.
Glass Storage Container - I like these amber glass salve jars
Small Strainer

Method

To make this beeswax salve recipe, first add the sunflower oil and
lavender buds to your glass storage container. Then add the glass
container to a small saucepan and add water.
Bring to a low boil and simmer for 20 minutes to infuse the oil. Then turn off the heat and allow the oil to cool.
Strain off the oil.
Add it back to the storage container and into the small sauce pan. Then add the beeswax and shea butter to the glass container.
Simmer the mixture on low heat until everything is melted and combined.
Turn off the heat and remove the glass jar from the sauce pan. If you’re using a separate salve container, pour the liquid into the container.
Allow the salve to harden completely and then it’s ready to use. It’s best to store the salve in a cool, dark place. It should last for several years.

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Notes

There are many oils you can use as a base but some of my favourites that are not overly greasy are jojoba oil, sweet almond oil, and argon oil.

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