Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of carrier oil (such as sweet almond, jojoba, or grapeseed oil)
- 1/4 cup of dried wildflowers (such as lavender, chamomile, and calendula)
- 1/4 cup of dried sage leaves
- 5-10 drops of essential oil (such as lavender or peppermint)
Special equipment needed:
- A glass jar with a lid
- A strainer or cheesecloth
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a glass jar, combine the carrier oil, dried wildflowers, and dried sage leaves.
2. Stir the mixture well and let it sit for at least 24 hours to allow the herbs to infuse into the oil.
3. After 24 hours, strain the mixture through a strainer or cheesecloth to remove the herbs.
4. Add 5-10 drops of essential oil to the infused oil and stir well.
5. Store the wildflower and sage body oil in a cool, dark place until ready to use.
Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Infusing time: 24 hours
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Substitutions for ingredients:
- Other dried herbs or flowers can be used instead of wildflowers and sage.
- Other carrier oils can be used instead of sweet almond, jojoba, or grapeseed oil.
- Other essential oils can be used instead of lavender or peppermint.
Variations:
- Add a few drops of vitamin E oil for added skin benefits.
- Use different combinations of herbs and flowers for different scents and benefits.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to use dried herbs and flowers to prevent water from getting into the oil.
- Store the oil in a dark glass bottle to prevent light from degrading the oil.
Storage instructions:
Store the wildflower and sage body oil in a cool, dark place until ready to use.
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Presentation ideas:
Transfer the body oil to a decorative glass bottle with a dropper for easy application.
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Troubleshooting advice:
- If the oil smells rancid or off, discard it and start over with fresh ingredients.
Food safety advice:
- Do not ingest the body oil.
- Do not use the body oil on broken or irritated skin.
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Serving suggestions:
Massage the wildflower and sage body oil onto the skin for a moisturizing and relaxing experience.
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