How to Make Comfrey Salve

Learn how to make nourishing comfrey salve at home with this easy recipe. Perfect for soothing skin, minor aches, and natural first aid.

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Prep Time: 15

Infusion time: 30

Total Time: 30 15

Servings: 10 Salves

Author: Hilda Sterner

Add dried leaves and roots to a jar and pour grapeseed oil over them.
Label the jar and date, then store it in a cool, dark location. Shake daily (or when you remember) while the comfrey infuses in the oil for 4-6 weeks.
Strain the infused oil through a fine-mesh sieve and into a candle melting pot. Add beeswax and shea butter and stir over very low heat until completely melted and combined.
Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly, then stir in vitamin E and essential oils (optional). Pour into tins and allow to harden before adding caps and labeling.

I added ½ teaspoon of blended dried comfrey leaf powder, which gave it the beautiful green color.
Just a teaspoon of vitamin E oil not only nourishes skin but also helps extend the shelf life of your salve.
When straining your infused oil, do it while it’s still warm (but not hot) so it flows easily and leaves less mess behind in the cheesecloth or strainer.
Try blending with other herbs like calendula, plantain, or chamomile for added skin-soothing power. Essential oils like lavender or tea tree add extra antimicrobial benefits.
Don't forget to label your tins with the date and content.

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