Moisturising After Sun Salve

This easy DIY moisturising after sun salve helps soothe dry, and irritated skin while adding moisture back into it.

Keyword: Aloe Vera, Calendula, Comfrey, Lavender, Moisturiser, Salve

Prep Time: 5

Setting Time: 4

Total Time: 4 5

Servings: Ounces

Author: S Jones

First you will need to infuse the aloe vera powder, comfrey leaves, lavender, and calendula in the avocado oil. If you have fresh leaves/flowers, let them dry for at least a day or two before infusing. If using, dried ones, you are ready to start.
Once ready, add in your aloe vera powder, comfrey leaves, lavender, and calendula all in the jar, trying to keep it about halfway full.
Pour the avocado oil into the glass jar, filling it and making sure everything is covered.
Put the lid on and keep it covered for 4 to 6 weeks to infuse the oil.
Shake the jar every day.
After the infusion period has been completed, strain the leaves with a strainer, cheesecloth or an unbleached coffee filter. The infused oil is now ready to make into a salve.
If you want to speed up the infusion process, slowly heat the oil in a slow cooker on low heat for 24 – 48 hours.

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.
Allow it to cool slightly and then add the vitamin E oil and a few drops of lavender essential oil.
Pour the mixture into small tins and let cool for a few hours or overnight.
The salve is now ready to label, date and store.

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