where to begin with this one, its pretty much montana in a jar. if you have ever spent.....even a day in montana you know its a pretty special place. this balm smells like a hike in the alpine glory, pure mountain love.
it all starts with a blend of infused oils, never essential oil. pure tree magic, captured in oil.
to infuse the oils, i chop fresh plant material, place it in a jar and cover with olive oil. i place it on a shelf, for a month or two. longer if that can happen, but sometimes the show must go on. it must me stirred often especially in the first two weeks of being in the oil. the conifer balm is an infusion of sub alpine fir, spruce, and pine. cedar would be a nice addition if it growns near you. use what is available to you. strain the oil, and you are ready to make a salve.
1 1/2 cup infused oil
1 oz beeswax
this is generally the oil/beeswax ration. feel free to experiment though, thats how we figure out what we like. melt the beeswax in a portion of the oil, like half or so. when it is melted, pour into the reserved oil, and mix well. i like to use my kitchen aid, so i can multitask.
now you would like to mix until it starts to thicken, this could take anywhere from a few minutes to a half an hour. mine usually takes longer, because i make such large batches at a time. it seems to me you would be fine, mixing by hand a small batch. then pour into jars, ta~da a magical healing balm.
lots of people ask me why i add stones to the salve. i think its a nice touch, i love stones. and i want to share that i guess, take it out of the jar, give it a rinse, and put it in a house plant, place it on an alter, or give it to a child.
i make and sell several salves and other balmly goodness. this one however is quite popular, right up there with the arnica salve. i like to lather up with it before bed, i even use it as a face moisturizer sometimes. can be used as most salves, to aid in healing dry skin, and rubbed on sore tired muscles. if you would like to stay in touch or purchase this salve, check out my website simplyjosephine.com i make all kinds of herbal preparations along with soaps and aprons. if you have any questions leave a comment, so i can connect with you about that. have a beautiful day, and i wish you well on your medicine making journey.
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