This homemade jewelweed spray is great to have on hand to help with relieving and soothing itchy skin from things such as bug bites and poison ivy.

Homemade Jewelweed Spray

Containing anti-inflammatory properties, this spray made from jewelweed is amazing for helping to soothe irritated or inflamed skin. It can also help alleviate the discomfort that is caused by poison ivy, and stinging nettle.

With its antimicrobial properties, this spray made with jewelweed can also aid in the healing of bacterial or fungal infections that can be found on the surface of the skin, moisturising the skin in the process.

Use this spray on:

Relief from poison ivy and stinging nettle irritations
Alleviate itching and swelling associated with bug bites
Soothe minor burns and sunburns
Calm and moisturise minor skin irritations and rashes
Great for when on a camping trip, or at a park or outdoor event

Jewelweed

Easy to identify with its bright orange and yellow flowers, jewelweed (Impatiens capensis) can be foraged throughout most of the United States.

It is commonly used in natural remedies such as tinctures, fresh poultices, salves and even homemade soaps.

With this spray, I have added chamomile and calendula to help increase the benefits of healing with these two other medicinal plants.

This spray can be made with only jewelweed, just replace the other two plants with jewelweed.

Chamomile

Chamomile is a wonderful little herb with antibacterial properties that can help sooth irritated skin, relieving rashes, reduce redness and minimise scars and marks. When using chamomile in soap, its is known to help eliminate pimples and clear acne, heal eczema and psoriosis as well as help keep your skin smooth and healthy.

The two common types of chamomile are German Chamomile and Roman Chamomile. If you are into gardening, these herbs make awonderful addition to your garden patch.

Roman chamomile, Anthemis nobilis, is a low-lying perennial that is used for relaxation and digestive health.

German chamomile, Matricaria chamimilla syn. Matricaria recutita, is a taller, annual that smells like sweet summer hay and apples and is great for sore muscles, skin complaints, eczema and for a relaxing cup of tea.

For this soap recipe, the flowers from both the German and Roman chamomile can be used.

Note: For those that are allergic to ragweed there is a small chance that you may have an allergic reaction to chamomile as well. Make sure to spot test any products containing chamomile and avoid if any itching or allergic reaction occurs.

Calendula

There are many different varieties of calendula in the Asteraceae family. The most common one that is used in health and beauty products is Calendula officinalis. You may also know it as pot marigold or English marigold.

Calendula is a lovely plant to have in the garden with its lovely colourful flowers, but did you know that it makes an excellent companion plant, helping to repel pests, as well as being pollinator-friendly, attracting bees and butterflies.

The flowers of this plant are used as the medicinal part of the plant is located in the green base of the flower heads. It is important to use bright yellow or orange flowers as this is a great indication of the freshness and quality of the flowers.

If you enjoy gardening, you can grow your own calendula, dry it and use it to make infused oil for recipes such as this one.

Essential Oils

Essential oils are potent, and need to be diluted. As this spray is being used on your body, you will need to use essential oils that are gentle enough to be applied to your skin – and use in the correct quantities. Be careful to avoid sensitive areas like your eyes.

Ingredients for Jewelweed Spray

To make this spray you will need:

¼ cup Dried Jewelweed
¼ cup Dried Chamomile
¼ cup Dried Calendula
8 ounces Witch Hazel
10 Drops Peppermint Essential Oil, optional

Making Jewelweed Spray

Place the jewelweed, chamomile and calendula into a glass jar.

Cover with the witch hazel, making sure to completely cover everything.

Add a lid, and place in a dry, dark place for up to 4 weeks, shaking daily as you walk past.

Once infused, strain out the dried ingredients.

Pour the infused witch hazel into a spray bottle.

Add the peppermint essential oil, if using, add the lid and shake.

Shake before every use.

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