Breathe Easy Respiratory Salve + Kid-Safe Version
Relieve congestion with this DIY Breathe Easy Balm made with essential oils. The second recipe includes a Kid-Safe Respiratory Balm made with essential oils that can be used in these dilutions with children ages 3 and above.
Yield: 2 ounces
Cost: $10
Equipment
- 2-ounce glass jar
Materials
Breathe Easy Respiratory Essential Oil Blend (adult only)
- 13 drops cypress essential oil
- 10 drops eucalyptus essential oil
- 8 drops rosemary essential oil
- 5 drops peppermint essential oil
Kid-Safe Respiratory Essential Oil Blend (ages 3 and above)
- 5 drops cypress essential oil
- 4 drops eucalyptus essential oil
- 3 drops rosalina essential oil
To make a salve:
- ¼ cup carrier oil: coconut, apricot kernel, or sunflower oil
- ¼ ounce beeswax
Instructions
Instructions are the same for both essential oil blends.
- Put a couple of inches of water in a saucepan or the bottom of a double boiler. Combine the carrier oil and beeswax in a glass bowl (placed over the saucepan) or in the top portion of a double boiler.
- Heat over medium until the beeswax is melted. Stir to combine the oil and wax. Remove from the heat and place to the side.
- Add the essential oils to a clean, sterilized 2-ounce glass jar.
- Very carefully pour in the melted oil and wax mixture. Do not touch the hot oil.
- Place the lid loosely over the mouth of the jar, and let it sit for 20–30 minutes. When the oil has cooled somewhat and is just starting to solidify, tighten and seal the lid. Then shake gently to mix everything together.
- Let the salve sit (with the cap on) until completely cooled and hardened before using.
Notes
This salve can be stored in airtight container for up to 12 months.