How to Make Soothing Lavender Salve for Healing Dry Skin

A cold winter can be brutal on exposed skin. Your hard-working hands probably need a little pampering. You can buy hand cream or make it yourself. Learning how to create your signature lavender salve is easier than you think. In reality, trying to buy a new cream for dry hands is just like finding a needle in a haystack. It was concerning to me when I read on the Environmental Working Group (EWG.org) website that fragrance that is added to commercial creams can cause cancer. So, let’s create a healthy lavender salve that you can use daily!

Make your Homemade lavender salve recipe. A little bit goes a long way.

To make this recipe, you can use the lavender buds you grew yourself or find dried lavender flowers online at my favorite herbal store ( Mountain Rose Herbs).

The ingredient list for your homemade lavender salve

1/2 cup of Lavender oil (made with olive or sweet almond oil)
1/4 cup grated organic beeswax 
1/4 cup organic coconut oil 
2 tsp of cocoa butter
2 tsp of sweet almond oil 
2 tsp of shea butter (optional)
15-20 drops of lavender essential oil (optional)

Tools to make your homemade lavender salve

Microwave or double boiler
Container that you will keep only for salve making ( for example, a big mason jar because the harder salve will ruin it)
Cute container to keep your salve ( I like the convenient tin one)

Instructions for your salve recipe

Warm the oil over very low heat on a double boiler (or in the microwave for 1 minute at a time) 
Stir in the beeswax, cocoa butter, and shea butter and let it melt.
Add essential oil (if used)  
Carefully pour into small jars or tins.  
Cool down. 
Put the lids and store them in your cabinets.

Notes on your signature lavender salve

Apply a small amount to treat skin rashes, wounds, and cuts. To make your lavender salve, you will need lavender oil. You can buy it or make it yourself. Learn how to make your own lavender oil here—it’s so easy!

Crafting Your Own Spa Day at Home with Lavender Salve

The homemade salve soothes dry skin patches and can help your sleepless nights become sweet dreams. It is also helpful with bug bites and minor burns. Adding lavender essential oil, which has Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, is a natural remedy for pain relief. Give your baby a little massage before bed, which will help them relax and sleep well.

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Lavender-infused oil recipe

You can buy lavender-infused oil or make it yourself with your own lavender flowers. This recipe shows you how easy it is. The main ingredient here is patience; it takes time. I know you can do it.

MATERIALS TO MAKE YOUR LAVENDER-INFUSED OIL RECIPE

• Organic dried whole lavender flowers
• Olive oil organic extra virgin  (Or another oil that you prefer; Sunflower oil and almond oil are good options)

INSTRUCTIONS TO MAKE YOUR LAVENDER-INFUSED OIL RECIPE

1. Place the lavender flowers in a clean, dry glass jar. Next, pour in the organic olive oil – add enough so that the flowers are covered by about one inch of oil.
2. Cover the jar with a tight-fitting lid and give it a good shake.
3. Leave the container on your kitchen shelf for 4-6 weeks.
4. Strain out the lavender petals using cheesecloth and pour the oil into a clean glass jar. Store in a cool, dark cabinet until needed.

Have You Ever Seen Fields of Lavender?

Lavender is a beautiful purple flower (sometimes white) with a sweet aroma. Have you ever been in fields of lavender? If so, you know that the purple lavender buds smell like heaven, and the purple color everywhere is so calming. I remember going to Bleu Lavande in the Eastern Township. Of course, it’s a beautiful place if you ever can do the northern trip. They often have new products, and you can order from them using US Priority Mail.

The Healing Powers of Lavender: Why Your Skin Will Love This Natural Remedy

• Relieves and repairs dry and cracked skin from hard-working hands
• It can be used for minor burns, insect bites, or minor scrapes
• The beeswax present in this balm protects against environmental factors that affect the skin
• Soothing and calming sensation for rough hands
• It can be used as lip balm
• 100% natural ingredients

Transform Your Winter Skincare Routine with Homemade or Store-Bought Lavender Salve

Buying a new cream for dry hands is like finding a needle in a haystack. Therefore, I was concerned when I read on the Environmental Working Group (EWG.org) website that fragrance added to commercial creams can cause cancer. After that, I needed an alternative.

When I shop, I trust the EWG search engine database to find out if my favorite products contain ingredients with safety ratings and health information. As a result, I often discover great options with natural ingredients, but they aren’t always budget-friendly. For example, I find the brand L’Occitane en Provence appealing, and their nourishing Shea Butter Hand Cream is a fantastic option, but it costs $49. On the other hand, I know I can make my extra-soothing lavender extract salve for less than a dollar. So, let’s seek out the perfect solution and create our favorite hand-made prescriptions together!

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