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Wellness
Calendula Salve
Calendula contains antioxidants that can calm inflammation. It's often used as a remedy for itchy, irritated skin and rashes.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 cup dried calendula flowers
- 4 ounces beeswax pellets
Directions
- Combine in a double boiler on low. Simmer about 30 minutes until it becomes yellow and gives off a sweet scent.
- Strain with a cheesecloth.
- Place strained oil back in the pan and add beeswax pellets, stirring until melted.
- Pour into a small lidded container and let sit.
Storage
Store up to a year.
Sources
- Sansone, Arricca Elin, "Natural Benefits of Calendula," Prevention, May 2020, 72(5), cals.arizona.edu/extension/ornamentalhort/landscapemgmt/sel_pla_stak/flowerplanting.pdf.
- gardeningwithsoule.wordpress.com/2015/11/04/easy-to-grow-calendula/
- library.pima.gov