Homemade Frankincense Salve
This homemade frankincense salve has a lovely, earthy aroma, is easy to make and is perfect for a simple daily moisturiser, with its calming and uplifting properties.
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Servings: 8 Ounces
Ingredients
Frankincense Infused Oil
- 2 TBSP Frankincense Tears (Resin)
- 1 Cup Carrier Oil
Frankincense Salve
- 1 Cup Frankincense Infused Oil
- 4 TBSP Beeswax
- 15 Drops Frankincense Essential Oil Optional
Instructions
Frankincense Infused Oil
- Grind up the Frankincense resin until it resembles a fine powder.
- Place the powder into a glass jar and then pour the carrier oil over it.
- Let it sit for a few weeks or use the heat method to infuse the oil.
- When ready, strain and then use the infused oil to make the salve.
Frankincense Salve
- Combine the beeswax and the infused oil in a microwaveable container and heat for 30 seconds at a time in the microwave until the beeswax is completely melted. Stir in between each heat burst.This process could also be done in a double boiler.
- Let it cool slightly before adding the essential oil if using and mix through.
- Pour the mixture into small glass jars or tins.
- Let the salve cool and set.
- The salve is now ready to label, date and store.
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