Make your own Petroleum free Vapor Rub & Vapor Roller

Vapor rubs are wonderful for helping break up congestion, soothing respiratory issues & opening the airways. Petroleum jelly (Petrolatum) is a base for many of the vapor rub (and cosmetic) products out there. Not only is it bad for the environment but it can also be contaminated with PAHs (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons) which are definitely not good for us. PAHs are linked to cancer, reproductive/development toxicity & endocrine disruption. They are banned for use in Europe & Canada. The United States currently has no requirement for refinement of petrolatum in personal care products. (SOURCE)  After reading all this information and knowing I could replace this byproduct with a natural source & have even better results I did just that!

Vapor Rub Blend:
1/4 Cup Organic Coconut Oil
1 heaping TBS Organic Beeswax Pellets
25 drops Respire Essential oil Blend
8 drops Frankincense Essential Oil
5 drops Marjoram Essential Oil 
4 ounce glass jar
(each link on the oil & jar will take you directly to that product on Spark Naturals website. Don't forget an extra 10% off your entire order at checkout with promo code: Nature)

Directions:


1. Put coconut oil & beeswax into a mason jar and set into a saucepan where water is filled about halfway up the mason jar. Turn the heat to medium-low to melt ingredients together, allowing the water to simmer, not boil.








2. Once coconut oil & beeswax are melted, remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

3. While the coconut oil & beeswax are slightly cooling add the essential oils to the 4 ounce container.









4. Add the melted coconut oil & beeswax into the container and stir. I find using a craft stick works perfectly for this. After the mixture has been stirred, allow to fully cool & slightly harden.







5. Once the vapor rub has cooled & thickened, give it another good stir. After this is is ready to use!






For a more convenient carry with you blend... 

Vapor Roller Blend:
15 drops Respire Essential Oil Blend

10 drops Frankincense Essential Oil
8 drops Marjoram Essential Oil
Fractionated Coconut Oil or other carrier oil (Grapeseed or Sweet Almond would be some other good choices)
1/8 Ounce Roller Bottle
(each link on the essential oils, carrier oils, & roller bottle will take you directly to that product on Spark Naturals website. Don't forget an extra 10% off your entire order at checkout with promo code: Nature)

Directions:
1. Add the essential oils to the 1/8 ounce roller bottle & top off with fractionated coconut oil! It's that easy. 
I like to keep this little guy in my purse for easy access on the go!!

* Respire is a blend of Peppermint, Melaleuca, Eucalyptus, Rosemary, Lemon & Clove. This blend is great for respiratory issues, such as congestion and also protecting against the common cold & flu symptoms.
* Marjoram is also a great essential oil to help relieve congestion. It can also help relieve sore muscles & joints.
* Frankincense opens the airways and can help with voice loss, asthma, treating coughs & colds. Can also help with inflammation and bronchitis.

 I prefer to use Spark Naturals brand essential oils for their high quality, purity and no additives or solvents!!