Soothing Salve
A good salve can be the base to many amazing recipes. Similar to the texture of petroleum jelly, you can customize this salve with essential oils to meet your needs. Add Breathe to help maintain feelings of clear airways, Serenity or Lavender to help you rest better, or Citrus Bliss for an invigorating moisturizer. The options are endless!
Ingredients:
1/2 cup grapeseed oil
1/2 cup almond oil
2 tablespoons beeswax
1 tablespoon vitamin E oil
5 drops Lavender, Cypress, Melaleuca, Frankincense, and Eucalyptus essential oils
Directions:
- Melt beeswax in double boiler.
- Once melted, add grapeseed, almond, and vitamin E oil until melted.
- Once combined, set aside for 2-3 minutes.
- Add essential oils and stir.
- Pour in container and allow to set for 2 hours.
(DoTerra also sells Correct-X for skin irritations or injuries. This has Frankincense, Helichrysm, Melaleuca, Cedarwood, and Lavender—all CPTG essential oils known to help assist in soothing skin irritations—form the base of dōTERRA Correct-X. This multi-purpose, all-natural ointment helps soothe skin and keep it clean while recovering from distress. This petroleum-free, preservative-free ointment absorbs quickly and is gentle and non-irritating, making it ideal for sensitive skin.)