Calendula & Lavender Cream
Yield: Approximately 4 ounces
Soothe and smooth with this gentle cream.
4 ounces shea butter
2 tablespoons dried (or fresh) calendula flowers
800 IU vitamin E oil
3 drops rose otto essential oil
30 drops lavender essential oil
Small, wide-mouthed glass jar (recycled baby-food jars work well)
10 drops tincture of benzoin, optional (as a natural preservative)
Melt shea butter in the top of a double boiler; add calendula flowers and heat on medium setting for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring
occasionally. Pour mixture through a strainer to remove calendula flowers. Add essential oils and vitamin E oil. Pour into jar (best if the cream fills the jar); once mixture is cool, close with lid. Label the jar. |
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