Soothing Bug Bite Balm

When bug bites cause itching and discomfort, this homemade soothing bug bite balm can provide relief.

Keyword: Balm, Bug Bite, Calendula, Chickweed, Plantain

Prep Time: 10

Servings: Ounces

Author: S Jones

Plantain Leaves Dried
Calendula Dried
Chickweed Dried
Carrier Oil Such as avocado oil, coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil or jojoba oil

Before making bug bite salve, you will need to make a herb infused oil. After the infusion period has ended, this oil is then mixed with beeswax to make a salve or balm.
I prefer to use dry leaves and flowers in my infused oils. If I am using them from plants that I have grown, I dry them completely before using to make infusions.
Place the dry flowers and leaves in a glass jar and cover it completely with carrier oil.
Put the lid on the jar and store in a dark cupboard for four to six weeks, shaking every couple of days to keep everything submerged.
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.
For more information on making infused oils, check this out.

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 cool slightly and then add essential oils, if using.
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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