Use wild violets from the garden to make a nice homemade violet lip balm or salve.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Active Time20 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Course: Homemade Bath and Body
Yield: 7
Author: Patti Estep
Cost: $10
Equipment
Microwave oven or stove
Materials
4tablespoonsjojoba violet infused oil
2tablespoonsbeeswax pellets
2drops of lavender essential oil
3drops of peppermint essential oil
mica powder for coloroptional
Instructions
Pour infused oil and wax into a strong plastic cup.
Microwave until the wax is melted stirring with a plastic spoon every 30 seconds. (about 2 - 4 minutes depending on the oven)
Add 3 drops of peppermint oil and 2 drops of lavender oil and mix well.
Add a bit of mica powder for color if desired.
Pour into small containers.
Notes
Jojoba oil doesn't go rancid but there are no preservatives so it is best to make this in small batches and use the product quickly.You can use whatever essential oils you like or none at all. However, some oils are not good for skin applications so check them out ahead of time.The mica powder is just a fun natural way to color the balm and is not necessary.You can use an old pot with water on the stove to set a cup in instead of a microwave.Never use flowers that have come in contact with chemicals.