Embrace the natural healing properties of flowers with this homemade hand salve recipe. A blend of oils, dried flowers, shea butter, and beeswax soothes, hydrates, and uplifts with its floral fragrance.
This hand salve recipe is a must-try if you’re looking for an all-natural alternative to store-bought hand creams and lotions. It’ll soothe and moisturize your skin in seconds, and you’ll adore how it makes your hands smell fragrant. This salve will make an excellent addition to your everyday self-care routine!
Why You’ll Love This DIY Hand Salve
- It’s made of natural ingredients.
- It’s very easy to make at home.
- Salves are excellent for restoring moisture to chapped or dry hands.
- You can use this salve as a last-minute lip balm, moisturize the dry skin on your feet, elbows, and knees, treat minor cuts, and heal skin irritations all over your body.
- You can add a lovely scent of your choice if you prefer.
- It makes for a thoughtful, handmade gift to family and friends.
Ingredient Notes
Carrier Oil and Dried Flowers Infusion: This combination nourishes the skin while incorporating the flowers’ therapeutic and soothing properties.
- Carrier oils include sweet almond oil, coconut oil, grapeseed oil, avocado oil, and jojoba oil.
- My choice of dried flowers are calendula flowers (anti-inflammatory and skin healing), rose petals (nourishing and rejuvenating), and lavender (relaxation and skin repair).
Shea Butter: Aids in providing hydration to the skin. It also gives the salve a creamy texture and a spreadable consistency.
Beeswax: Acts as a thickening agent to the salve while helping soothe the skin. You can use either grated or pellet form; yellow or white.
Floral Essential Oils: Optional; they give the hand salve a lovely, natural fragrance.
- Rose, geranium, or lavender essential oil is perfect for this recipe.
How To Make This Hand Salve Recipe
- To infuse the oil, add about two tablespoons each of dried calendula, rose, and lavender to a clean glass jar. Pour in ¾ cup of your preferred carrier oil, seal tightly, and store in a warm, dark place for two weeks, shaking gently every few days. Once infused, strain out the flowers using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
- Melt the infused oil, shea butter, and beeswax in a double boiler over simmering water, stirring occasionally until fully melted.
- Remove from heat and stir in essential oils, if using.
- Pour into tins or jars and let cool until solid.
How To Use Hand Salve
Wash and dry your hands, then use your fingers or an applicator to scoop a small amount of the salve. Rub it between your palms to warm and soften it before applying the salve to your hands and elsewhere in your body. Use as needed.
Top Tips
- Add more beeswax if you want a firmer salve or more carrier oil if you want a softer texture.
- Use pesticide-free dried flowers to avoid introducing chemicals to your salve.
Storage
Keep the hand salve container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. When stored properly, it may last for a year.
However, if your hand salve starts smelling rancid, discard it immediately.
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Equipment
Materials
- ¾ cup carrier oil infused with dried flowers e.g., dried calendula, rose, and lavender
- 2 tablespoons shea butter
- 2 tablespoons beeswax grated or pellets
- Optional: Floral essential oils e.g., lavender, rose, or geranium
Instructions
- Infuse the oil by adding dried flowers (approx. 2 tablespoons each of calendula, rose, and lavender) to a clean glass jar. Cover with ¾ cup of your chosen carrier oil. Seal the jar tightly and place it in a warm, dark spot for two weeks, shaking gently every few days. Once infused, strain out the flowers using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
- Melt the infused oil, shea butter, and beeswax in a double boiler over simmering water, stirring occasionally until melted.
- Remove from heat and stir in essential oils, if desired.
- Pour the melted mixture into tins or jars, allowing to cool until solidified.
- Store at room temperature and use as needed.
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