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How can I make my own herbal salves at home

Sure! Here are nine different ways you can make your own herbal salves at home:

**Basic Infusion Method**: Start by infusing your chosen herbs (like lavender or calendula) in a carrier oil (like olive or coconut oil) for a few weeks. Strain the herbs out, then melt some beeswax into the oil to thicken it up. Pour it into a jar and let it cool!

**Quick Melt Method**: If you’re in a hurry, you can heat your herbs in oil on the stove for a few hours. Just make sure to keep the heat low so you don’t burn anything. Then, strain and mix with beeswax until it reaches your desired consistency.

**Using Essential Oils**: You can skip the whole herb infusion and just use essential oils instead. Mix a few drops of your favorite essential oils with a carrier oil and beeswax, and you’ve got yourself a quick salve!

**Herbal Tea Salve**: Brew a strong herbal tea using dried herbs, let it cool, and then mix with beeswax and a carrier oil. This gives you a salve with the benefits of the herbs in the tea!

**Coconut Oil Base**: Melt coconut oil and add your herbs directly to it. Let it sit for a few days, then strain. Mix in beeswax to thicken it up, and you’re done!

**Cold Process Method**: If you want to avoid heat altogether, you can mix dried herbs directly into your beeswax and oil. Let it sit for a few weeks, shaking it occasionally, and then strain it out.

**Combining Herbs**: Feel free to get creative! Combine different herbs that target specific issues, like chamomile for calming or peppermint for cooling. Just remember to infuse them in oil first!

**Using a Slow Cooker**: If you have a slow cooker, you can inf