I call this natural neosporin plus because it can be used for more than just cuts & scrapes. I have found other uses, such as:
INGREDIENTS:
2 TBS organic coconut oil
2 TBS organic extra virgin olive oil
1 TBS organic beeswax pellets
1/4 tsp Vitamin E oil
10 drops Lavender essential oil
8 drops Frankincense essential oil
6 drops Lemon essential oil
6 drops Melaleuca essential oil
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- soothing bug bites
- minor burns
- dry/irritated nostrils (that come with the common cold)
- dry skin, especially knees & elbows
- Also works for an all natural chapstick
This blend will make approximately 2 ounces.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Add the coconut oil, olive oil, beeswax pellets into a glass mason jar. (a 4oz jelly jar is large enough) Set the jar inside a saucepan filled almost halfway with water. Set to a medium-low heat, just enough to simmer & not boil. You want a slow melt here.
2. Once completely melted, remove from heat, allow to cool, just as it begins to harden then add in Vitamin E &the essential oils. Stir all ingredients to combine. (a craft stick works great for stirring without losing some of the blend.)
3. Pour into jars, tins, or lip balm tubes, cover with a paper towel & allow to fully cool & harden. You could also just leave the blend in the jelly jar. I like to separate it so I can keep a little tin in my purse.
After the ointment has set, it is ready to use!
* All these essential oils are antibacterial, antiseptic and anti-fungal.
Frankincense & Lemon also act as a coagulant, helping to stop bleeding from cuts/scrapes. Frankincense & Lavender also help aid in scar reduction.
* Coconut oil is naturally antibacterial, antimicrobial, antifungal & a moisturizer.
* Extra Virgin Olive Oil is filled with antioxidants & contains oleic acid - this substance easily penetrates the skin, and allows the oil to heal damage and improve texture.
* Beeswax helps to create a barrier over the skin to heal and protect.
* Vitamin E helps to prolong the shelf life.
When dealing with cuts & scrapes I generally like to use my boo boo spray first to clean the wound then follow up with this blend to seal and protect the area.
