Aromatherapy balms and salves:

Infused herbal oils form a great basis for salves and balms, or you can use a plain vegetable oil such as jojoba or olive. Heat the infused oil together in a double boiler with beeswax until the wax is completely melted. Check the consistency by placing a few drops on a cool plate, the more wax, the firmer the salve.

Balms and Salves:

A good working ratio to start with is about 1 part wax to 3 parts oil for body salves, and 1 part wax to 2.5 parts oil for lip balms. Pour while warm into jars or tins. Add essential oils for increased fragrance and potency while the mixture is still warm, but not hot.

Creams and Ointments:

The addition liquid to mixture is what makes creams and ointments lighter and easier to spread than salves. Creams can be tricky to make, but once you get the hang of it, you will love making your own luscious homemade creams at home.

The basic formula is 1 oz. wax, 6 oz. oil, 3 oz. solid oil, 9 oz water.

• Liquid oils include oil that are not solid at room temp such as olive, almond and jojoba, and any herb- infused oils.
• Solid oils are solid at room temperature: coconut, shea butter, coco butters
• Water: distilled water, witch hazel, herbal infusions, aloe gel, and all other water-soluble ingredients.

Note: In the summer you will need to increase the beeswax portion of your salves and creams to make them less "melty".

Using a double boiler, melt the liquid oil, solid oils and beeswax together. Allow to cool to room temp. Add room temp water potion,and blend together. When the cream forms, add the essential oils, and stir well. Pour the cream into very clean, dry jars and cap tightly. Store away from heat and light. Make only small batches that you can use within a few months or so.

Aromatherapy Remedies Salves, Balms and Ointments
Clove and rosemary sore muscle blend
Cold sore lip Balm
Comfrey and Calendula Blister Balm
Honey Tangerine Lip Balm
Orange and Cocoa Lip Balm
Rose Petal Facial Cream