Lemon Balm and Lavender Body Oil
A luxurious multi-use body oil infused with skin-enhancing lemon balm and lavender.
Equipment
- Double boiler (a pot and a heat-safe glass or stainless steel bowl)
- A 4oz bottle (preferably dark glass if possible to protect from sunlight)
- Funnel
- Fine Mesh Strainer
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup sweet almond oil
- 1 TBSP vitamin e oil a natural preservative
- 1/4 cup dried lemon balm leaves
- 1/4 cup dried lavender buds
Instructions
Heat infusion is a great fast way to infuse your herbs. Some herbalists don't like it as it can kill off some of the good properties in the herbs. Be sure to take your time and not over-heat the oil.
- In a double boiler, gently heat carrier oil and dried herbs.
- Simmer (just barely) for about 30 minutes to an hour (until the herbs are fragrant)
- Strain the herbs with a fine mesh strainer or cheese cloth.
- Pour into a clean, dark glass container with airtight lid.
Notes
Double Boiler Tips: The bowl should not touch the boiling water to assure that the oil doesn't get too hot too quickly. Pick a bowl that fits fairly snug in your pot.