About Jennie’s Healing Salve

Ingredients: Calendula-infused olive oil with tea tree essential oil. The calendula was sourced from Works Wonders Herbal Care Company, Gabriola.

Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil comes from the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, a small tree native to Queensland and New South Wales, Australia. Although Melaleuca alternifolia is known as the tea tree, it should not be confused with the plant whose leaves are used to make tea.

Tea tree oil has been used as a traditional medicine by the Aboriginal people of Australia for centuries. These native Australians crush tea tree leaves to extract the oil, then inhale it to treat coughs and colds or apply it directly to the skin for healing.

Tea tree oil is a known antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-oxidant, and these actions will help reduce inflammation and promote healing. Tea tree oil can be used to treat and disinfect minor cuts and abrasions by killing S. aureus and other bacteria that can cause infection in open wounds. 

It boosts wound healing by helping to reduce inflammation and triggers the activity of white blood cells that are instrumental in the healing process. Tea tree oil soothes skin inflammation and helps relieve dermatitis.

Tea tree is a natural hand sanitizer that kills common bactieria and viruses responsible for causing colds, flu and other illness, including E. coli, S. pneumoniae, and H. influenzae. 

Tea tree oil is an effective mosquito repellent and is as effective or more effective than standard insecticides or repellents such as DEET. In addition, tea tree oil provides relief from bug bite reactions by reducing the itching, redness, and swelling that occurs when your body releases histamine to defend against the insect’s saliva.

Tea tree oil has been shown to help get rid of nail fungus when used alone or in combination with other natural remedies, with fewer side effects than traditional medications).

Tea tree oil’s antibacterial effects may help control underarm odor related to perspiration.Tea tree oil helps reduce the amount and overall severity of acne. Tea tree oil’s antifungal properties help alleviate symptoms of athlete’s foot. Tea tree oil contains anti-inflammatory compounds, which, according to emerging evidence, may be helpful for easing psoriasis symptoms.

Demodex blepharitis is inflammation around the eyes and eyelids related to Demodex mites. Tea tree oil has been used worldwide to treat this irritating condition and has been found to reduce the number of mites and reduce inflammation.

Calendula

Calendula is a powerful herb for healing wounds by promoting cell repair and growth, as well as being a noted antiseptic and anti-inflammatory herb. It is good for treating chapped skin, scrapes, burns, rashes, bruises, skin ulcers, skin infections, varicose veins, insect bites, fungal conditions such as athlete’s foot, and eczema. For babies it is helps treat cradle cap, diaper rash and other skin irritations.

It improves skin firmness and hydration, and improves blood flow and oxygen to wounds and infected areas, which helps the body grow new tissue and heal more rapidly. Thus it is useful for slow healing wounds and exposed ulcers and can also be effective for treating hemorrhoids. 

Calendula also has been shown to help prevent dermatitis or skin inflammation in people with breast cancer during radiation therapy.

Olive Oil

The anti-inflammatory ingredients found in olive oil (triterpenes) aid in wound healing by assisting with collagen production and reducing the length of time for wound closure. Studies have shown that olive oil helps heal the skin after a sunburn.

About Jennie's Floral Healing Salve

Ingredients: Calendula-infused olive oil, lavender essential oil and rose essential oil. The lavender essential oil is from Gabriola, and the rose essential oil is from Richters in Ontario.

Rose essence has astringent, anti-haemorrhagic, healing, hormone-like and neurotonic properties.The magical properties of rose include love, luck, friendship, protection and happiness. Roses have a multitude of medicinal applications such as being anti-bacterial, anti-viral, aiding inflammation, regulating menstrual cycles, and possibly helping with depression. 

Calendula is a sun herb that strengthens the heart and thus the spirits. It warms our hearts toward others, so that we can be compassionate to others. Some say calendula builds psychic powers and induces prophetic dreams.

This cheerful flower is a magical and powerful herb for healing wounds by promoting cell repair and growth, as well as being a noted antiseptic and anti-inflammatory herb. It is good for treating chapped skin, scrapes, burns, rashes, bruises, skin ulcers, skin infections, varicose veins, insect bites, fungal conditions such as athlete’s foot, and eczema. For babies it is helps treat cradle cap, diaper rash and other skin irritations.

It improves skin firmness and hydration, and improves blood flow and oxygen to wounds and infected areas, which helps the body grow new tissue and heal more rapidly. Thus it is useful for slow healing wounds and exposed ulcers and can also be effective for treating hemorrhoids. 

Calendula also has been shown to help prevent dermatitis or skin inflammation in people with breast cancer during radiation therapy.

Inspiring many folktales, Calendula is a sacred plant in India and was used in ancient Mayan and Aztec ceremonies. Native to Egypt, it was introduced to England where it became a staple in medieval gardens. Europeans brought it to America. Colonists flavoured cooked greens, soups and oatmeal with calendula, and even made wine from it.

In Europe, Calendula flowers were scattered under the bed to protect the sleeper, and holding them protected the individual from plague and thieves. Flowers were strung and hung over doorways and windows for protection, and used for decorations for May Day and Beltaine.

During the American Civil War, soldiers carried calendula leaves and flowers with them into the battlefields to dress open wounds and burns.

Note:  Individuals who are allergic to ragweed may find that they are also sensitive to calendula.

Lavender is a calming herb that is antibacterial and antifungal. It helps relax muscles. 

Lavenderrepresents refinement, grace, serenity, calmness and elegance. It holds a sacred place in nature, and with its violet flowers is often considered the most delicate and precious.

Lavender flowers are purple in color and the color purple is associated with the crown chakra, which is the energy center associated with higher purpose and spiritual connectivity. The crown or seventh chakra is located at the top of the head and the vibration of the crown is the highest vibration in the physical body. This symbolism is appropriate as the lavender flower is often used for healing. Raising our vibration to the highest level possible promotes healing.

Olive Oil

The anti-inflammatory ingredients found in olive oil (triterpenes) aid in wound healing by assisting with collagen production and reducing the length of time for wound closure. Studies have shown that olive oil helps heal the skin after a sunburn.

Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil comes from the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, a small tree native to Queensland and New South Wales, Australia. Although Melaleuca alternifolia is known as the tea tree, it should not be confused with the plant whose leaves are used to make tea.

Tea tree oil has been used as a traditional medicine by the Aboriginal people of Australia for centuries. These native Australians crush tea tree leaves to extract the oil, then inhale it to treat coughs and colds or apply it directly to the skin for healing.

Tea tree oil is a known antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-oxidant, and these actions will help reduce inflammation and promote healing. Tea tree oil can be used to treat and disinfect minor cuts and abrasions by killing S. aureus and other bacteria that can cause infection in open wounds. 

It boosts wound healing by helping to reduce inflammation and triggers the activity of white blood cells that are instrumental in the healing process. Tea tree oil soothes skin inflammation and helps relieve dermatitis.

Tea tree is a natural hand sanitizer that kills common bactieria and viruses responsible for causing colds, flu and other illness, including E. coli, S. pneumoniae, and H. influenzae. 

Tea tree oil is an effective mosquito repellent and is as effective or more effective than standard insecticides or repellents such as DEET. In addition, tea tree oil provides relief from bug bite reactions by reducing the itching, redness, and swelling that occurs when your body releases histamine to defend against the insect’s saliva.

Tea tree oil has been shown to help get rid of nail fungus when used alone or in combination with other natural remedies, with fewer side effects than traditional medications).

Tea tree oil’s antibacterial effects may help control underarm odor related to perspiration.Tea tree oil helps reduce the amount and overall severity of acne. Tea tree oil’s antifungal properties help alleviate symptoms of athlete’s foot. Tea tree oil contains anti-inflammatory compounds, which, according to emerging evidence, may be helpful for easing psoriasis symptoms.

Demodex blepharitis is inflammation around the eyes and eyelids related to Demodex mites. Tea tree oil has been used worldwide to treat this irritating condition and has been found to reduce the number of mites and reduce inflammation.

 

Horsetail

 Horsetail stems are rich in silica, which help our bodies to form collagen, an important protein found in connective tissue, skin, bone, cartilage and ligaments. Because of this horsetail is helpful in mending broken bones, treating and preventing osteoporosis, and as a general tonic to keep the framework of the body healthy.

Herbalists also recognize the diuretic properties of horsetail. When prepared in a tea, ingested as a juice, or taken in a capsule, it promotes urination, and is a remedy for bladder and urinary tract infections and helps heal stomach ulcers and remove kidney stones. Horsetail also strengthens the bladder wall.

A warm horsetail poultice can be applied to a fresh cut to help stop bleeding. A poultice or tea benefits fractured bones, sprains, or rheumatic conditions as the silica helps increase bone density, and this makes it a supportive therapy for osteopororosis.

A cool wash can be made to help heal burns, bug bites and skin eruptions.

The juice of the plant, especially the sterile stems, is good for anaemia, which have resulted from internal blending from such illnesses as stomach ulcers. It acts by promoting coagulation of the blood. Horsetail tea is als good for excessive menstrual flow.

The spring budding shoots of the antiooxidant rich horsetail can be used as a steam vegetable or tea. They are high in many minerals including calcium, magnesium, and sulphur.

Lavender Calendula Salve

 4 ounces calendula infused olive oil 

1/2 ounce beeswax (about 2 tablespoons grated, packed beeswax) 

25-50 drops of lavender essential oil 

Gently heat the beeswax in a double boiler or slow cooker. When the beeswax is melted, add in the calendula oil. Allow it to warm up for 30-60 seconds, then stir until the beeswax and oil are thoroughly mixed. If you’re adding essential oils, wait until the mixture cools just a little and then stir them in. 

Pour your salve into a clean, dry container and allow to cool. Makes 6 ounces.

 This wonderful healing and moisturizing salve can also be used for scrapes and bee stings.

Variation: Substitute tea tree essential oil for lavender

Tao's Beard Balm

0.8 oz beeswax (or candelillia wax for vegan option) 

0.6 oz mango butter

0.3 oz almond oil

0.2 oz jojoba oil

10 drops vitamin E oil

10 drops cedarwood essential oil 

10 drops ho wood essential oil 

Measure the beeswax, mango butter, almond oil and jojoba oils with a kitchen scale into a glass measuring cup or bowl or a double boiler.

Melt the wax, butter and oil together on the double boiler (or in a microwave in 30 second increments)

Once completely melted, add the vitamin E and essential oils and stir. Pour into a container of your choice and let harden.

This recipe makes approximately 2 ounces of finished beard balm.

Variations: You could use peppermint or citrus rather than the woodsy smell of cedar and ho wood.

About Alex’s Beard Balm

Almond oil is an excellent hair moisturizer.

Olive oil keeps hair moist and strong.

Jojoba oil is a moisturizer and it provides protecion against dryness, breakage, and split ends.

Mango butter is rich in vitamins A and E, and has a deep moisturizing and regenerative effect on both strands and scalp. It fortifies strands from the inside out, softens dry hair, reduces breakage, and smooths split ends.

Beeswax has antibacterial properties. It moisturizes and seals the hair, smoothes flyaways, and assists with hair growth.

Vitamin E promotes healthy hair as it has natural antioxidant properties that assist in maintaining hair growth. It helps reduce the amount of oxidative stress and free radicals that cause the hair follicle cells to break down.

Cedar is known to cleanse and enhance circulation to the scalp, tighten the follicles, stimulate healthy growth, reduce thinning, and slow hair loss.

Poplar is a hair revitalizer that helps prevent hair loss.

Ho Wood can be used to help break unhealthy emotional patterns that cause one to hold on to dissatisfying situations. It can be used for courage to help face change and dare leaping into the unknown. It may be used to become aware and realize the nature of a problem, the first step before any change can take place.

Calendula Eye Balm

• 1 tbsp calendula infused safflower oil 
• 1/2 tbsp beeswax
• 1 tsp. mango butter
• 1/2 tsp. avocado oil
• 1/2 tsp. Vitamin E oil
• 10 drops squalane
• 5 drops lavender essential oil 

1. Create a double boiler by filling a medium sized pot 1/2 way full with water.  Place a glass measuring cup into the water.
2. Add calendula infused oil, mango butter, beeswax and avocado oil to the glass cup and begin to heat only turning the stove top to medium heat.
3. Once mango butter and beeswax is completely melted, remove from stove top and add vitamin E oil, squalane and lavender.
4. Pour into designated pots and allow to cool.

This balm may be used for toning and moisturizing around the eyes and on your lips. Use sparingly as a tiny amount goes a long way.

This eye balm is fun and simple to make and you’ll notice instant hydration and possibly instant smoothing upon using it!  It has a light scent of lavender and the perfect way to end your day!  Be sure to follow my links (in the recipe) for the ingredients.  There are a lot of low quality oils/butters/waxes out there that would make for a pointless DIY.  I choose the highest quality ingredients so we can make the BEST DIYs!

xx, Jenni