Plantain & Calendula Salve
A simple everyday herbal salve made with equal parts plantain-infused and calendula-infused oil, finished with beeswax for a smooth, easy-to-apply consistency.
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Small-Batch Plantain & Calendula Salve
A practical batch for several small tins or one larger jar.
Ingredients
- Plantain-infused oil2 fl oz
- Calendula-infused oil2 fl oz
- Beeswax, weighed0.5 oz / 14 g
- Vitamin E¼ tsp · optional
Equipment
- Small double boiler or heat-safe cup
- Kitchen scale
- Silicone spatula or spoon
- Small chilled spoon for testing
- Clean, completely dry tins or jars
- Labels and date marker
Step-by-Step Directions
Prepare your containers
Make sure the tins or jars are clean and completely dry. Set them out before you begin because the finished salve starts firming as it cools.
Measure the infused oils
Combine 2 fl oz plantain-infused oil and 2 fl oz calendula-infused oil in a heat-safe cup or double boiler.
Add the beeswax
Weigh 0.5 oz (14 g) beeswax and add it to the infused oils.
Melt gently
Warm over gentle indirect heat until the beeswax is fully melted. Stir occasionally and avoid unnecessarily high heat.
Do the spoon test
Place a few drops on a chilled spoon and let them cool for a minute. Check the firmness before pouring the full batch.
Adjust if needed
If it is softer than you want, melt in a little more beeswax. If it is too firm, stir in a small amount of additional infused oil and test again.
Add optional vitamin E
Remove from heat. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then stir in the optional vitamin E.
Pour and cool
Pour immediately into prepared containers. Leave uncovered until completely cool and firm, then cap and label.
Soft or Firm Salve?
For a Softer Salve
Use slightly less beeswax or add a little more infused oil. This works well when you want the salve to spread easily over a larger area.
For a Firmer Salve
Add a little more beeswax. A firmer salve can be useful in warmer weather or in small tins carried in a bag.
Easy Batch Sizes
The base formula uses approximately 0.5 oz beeswax for every 4 fl oz of infused oil.
| Total Infused Oil | Plantain Oil | Calendula Oil | Beeswax | Approx. Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 fl oz | 1 fl oz | 1 fl oz | 0.25 oz / 7 g | about 2¼ oz |
| 4 fl oz | 2 fl oz | 2 fl oz | 0.5 oz / 14 g | about 4½–5 oz |
| 8 fl oz | 4 fl oz | 4 fl oz | 1 oz / 28 g | about 9 oz |
Need the Infused Oils First?
Make the Oils Yourself
Prepare plantain and calendula as separate infused oils, then combine equal amounts when you make the salve.
See the Infused Oil Method →Using the Infuzium?
The oil calculator can determine your dried-herb amount based on the carrier-oil volume you want to prepare.
Open the Oil Calculator →Keeping the Salve Fresh
Store Cool & Dry
Keep the finished salve tightly capped and away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture. Use clean, dry fingers or a small applicator when possible.
Watch the Oils
The salve's useful life is largely limited by the freshness of the carrier oils. Discard it if the aroma becomes rancid or you notice moisture, mold, or another sign of spoilage.
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