How Do You Make Herbal Oils And Ointments?
Did you know you can make herbal oils and ointments at home for skin care? You can use fresh herbs from your garden or purchase dried herbs for making these oils. Essential oils can also be used to make oils and ointments. Making Herbal Oil Infusions from Fresh and Dried Herbs You can make herbal oil infusions from placing 2 parts oil for every 1 part fresh herb in a clean glass jar. Seal the jar well an allow it to infuse for 2 weeks, shaking the mixture daily. For dried herbs use 5 parts oil for every 1 part herb. You can use any type of vegetable or nut oil. After two weeks has past strain the herb from the oil. This is your herbal oil infusion. Making Herbal Oil Infusions from Essential Oils Use 30 drops of essential oil for every 1/4 cup of carrier oil. Place your carrier oil (any vegetable or nut oil) into a clean glass jar. Add the essential oils using a dropper. Seal with a tight fitting lid and mix well. Making an Ointment from an Oil Infusion We prepared herbal oil infusions
