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Dandelion Salve Recipe

Dandelion Salve Recipe for Soothe and Nourish Your Skin

Learn how to make Dandelion Salve, a natural remedy for soothing muscles and treating chapped skin.
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Prep Time 3 hours
Cook Time 15 minutes
Infusion Time 6 hours
Total Time 9 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 1 jar
Course: Snacks
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salve
  • 1 cup Dandelion Flowers fresh, dried, or wilted
  • 1 cup Carrier Oil (e.g., Olive Oil, Sunflower Oil) nourishing and hydrating
  • 1/2 cup Beeswax or candelilla wax for a vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Tamanu Oil optional
  • 5 drops Optional Essential Oils (e.g., Lavender) ensure skin-safe options

Equipment

  • Double Boiler
  • Clean Jar
  • fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Collect fresh dandelion flowers and let them wilt for 1-3 days to reduce moisture.
  2. Fill a jar with wilted dandelion flowers and cover with carrier oil. Infuse on low heat for 2-3 hours or let sit for 4-6 weeks.
  3. Strain the infused oil using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
  4. Melt the beeswax in a double boiler, stirring until liquefied.
  5. Combine the melted beeswax with the strained dandelion oil, stirring until well mixed.
  6. Pour the mixture into containers and let it cool until solidified, about 1-2 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jar

Notes

Store in a cool, dark place for up to a year. Check periodically for rancidity.

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