Infuse Oils for Healing Herbal Salves

Perhaps the most versatile item in the artisan herbalist’s arsenal is herb-infused oil. The diversity of potential applications, as well as the multitude of products into which infused oil can be crafted, truly makes this form of extraction a powerful ally in any apothecary. The medicine-maker may choose to use their oils to create salves, balms, and lotions or in a pure oil application for topical or culinary use. Whichever method they decide upon, they will find great gratification in the ease with which these products can be made and how beneficial and powerful the resulting medicines are.

Gathering the Ingredients

Infusing herbal oils is a simple yet remarkably satisfying process. As with the preparation of any other extraction, the first step is choosing the proper ingredients and gathering the needed equipment. Aside from the herbs and oils, a vessel is the only