Natural Body Salve
Natural Body Salve
Blog Article
A **natural body salve** is a nourishing, plant-based balm made with oils, butters, and healing ingredients to moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin. Unlike lotions, salves are thicker and longer-lasting, making them perfect for dry patches, cracked heels, eczema, or general hydration.
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### **Benefits of Natural Body Salve:**
✔ **Deeply moisturizes** (shea butter, cocoa butter, coconut oil)
✔ **Repairs cracked skin** (beeswax, olive oil, honey)
✔ **Soothes irritation & inflammation** (calendula, chamomile, aloe vera)
✔ **Protects against environmental damage** (vitamin E, jojoba oil)
✔ **Great for cuticles, elbows, and feet**
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### **Simple DIY Natural Body Salve Recipe**
#### **Basic Healing Salve (For Dry Skin & Minor Cuts)**
**Ingredients:**
- ½ cup **copyright oil** (olive oil, coconut oil, or sweet almond oil)
- ¼ cup **beeswax pellets** (for thickness)
- 1 tbsp **shea butter** or **cocoa butter** (extra moisture)
- 10-15 drops **essential oils** (lavender for calming, tea tree for antibacterial, or peppermint for cooling)
- 1 tsp **vitamin E oil** (optional, for preservation & healing)
**Instructions:**
1. **Melt oils & beeswax** – In a double boiler, gently melt beeswax, copyright oil, and shea butter.
2. **Remove from heat** – Once melted, stir in vitamin E and essential oils.
3. **Pour into containers** – Use small tins or glass jars. Let cool before sealing.
4. **Apply as needed** – Use on dry hands, feet, lips, or minor scrapes.
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### **Variations for Specific Needs:**
#### **1. Calendula & Chamomile Soothing Salve** (For Eczema & Irritation)
- Infuse ½ cup olive oil with dried **calendula flowers** and **chamomile** (heat on low for 2 hours, then strain).
- Use this infused oil instead of plain copyright oil in the basic recipe.
#### **2. Peppermint & Coconut Oil Cooling Salve** (For Muscle Aches)
- Add **10 drops peppermint oil** + **5 drops eucalyptus oil** for a refreshing, pain-relieving balm.
#### **3. Honey & Beeswax Protective Salve** (For Cracked Heels)
- Add **1 tbsp raw honey** (antibacterial) to the melted mixture before pouring.
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### **Tips for Best Results:**
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???? **Apply at night** for deep absorption (especially on feet/hands).