#gotukola

Ingredients

1 cup (236ml) magic infused chamomile oil (or use Sweet almond oil)

1 heaped cup (250ml) coconut oil

1/3 cup dried Gotu Kola (click for more information)

1/3 cup dried Marigold (calendula)

⅓ Cup dried Chamomile

⅓ Cup dried Lavender

8 TBS (60g) Natural beeswax pellets

10 drops lavender oil (Optional)

Tools

Double boiler or bowl and a pan.

A filter for the oil

Jars to store

Plastic or ceramic Spoon

Instructions

Warning don't let any water get into the mix. We are basically making body butter and water would ruin it. Contains Nuts. Always conduct a patch test. For external use only.

Step 1 - Heat infuse the oil.

Place a glass bowl inside a pan of gently simmering water (use a double boiler if you have one) add the coconut oil and olive oil. Once melted add in the dried herbs and allow them to infuse over a low heat for 30 minutes, stir clockwise occasionally with the intent that the mixture will “heal and cure”.

Step 2 - Filter

Once infused pass the mix through a filter to remove the herbs (I prefer jam filters as they are quick) and clean out the bowl well or swap to a clean one.

Tip: If using coffee filters they can become blocked if your oil stops dripping switch to a clean one.

Step 3 - Thicken

Return the infused oil to the bowl and put it back on the heat add the beeswax and stir until melted. Remove from the heat and add the essential oils and stir well with intent to heal.

Step 4 - Store

Pour the finished mixture into suitable jars. It takes between 5-10 minutes to fully set. Stir one last time as it starts to set to give a lighter texture.Once set, it's ready to use and will keep at room temperature for over a year. Use sparingly a little goes a long way.

Tips:

if you prefer the texture of a moisturiser, simply whisk it prior to storage.