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How do I make my own herbal salves

Sure! Here are six different ways to make your own herbal salves:

**Basic Infused Oil Method**: Start by infusing your herbs (like calendula or chamomile) in a carrier oil (like olive or coconut oil) for a few weeks. Just put the herbs in a jar, cover them with oil, and let it sit in a warm place, shaking it occasionally. After a few weeks, strain the herbs out, heat the infused oil gently, and mix in beeswax until you reach your desired consistency.

**Quick Melt Method**: If you’re short on time, you can use a double boiler to melt beeswax and your chosen infused oil together. A good ratio is about 1 part beeswax to 4 parts oil. Stir until it’s all melted and combined, then pour it into containers to cool and solidify.

**Herbal Tea Salve**: Brew a strong herbal tea using dried herbs like lavender or peppermint. Let it cool, then mix it with a carrier oil and beeswax. This gives a nice scent and adds some herbal properties to your salve.

**Essential Oil Boost**: After you’ve made your base salve, you can add a few drops of essential oils for extra benefits and fragrance. Just be careful not to add too much – a little goes a long way!

**Cold Infusion Method**: If you want to keep the properties of the herbs intact, try the cold infusion method. Just place your herbs in oil and let them sit in a cool, dark place for about 4-6 weeks. Strain and then mix with beeswax as usual.