Your Green Life

The Calendula flower (or otherwise known as the marigold) has been used for various medicinal reasons since the 12^th century. You can make homemade calendula ointment for little cost in order to make an ointment for burns, bruises, and cuts. It has been shown to help speed the healing of wounds and has even been used in a tea form to treat upset stomachs and ulcers. By making your own calendula ointment, you can save money over buying an over-the-counter ointment and live a greener life.

Homemade Calendula Ointment

What Ingredients Do You Need to Make Homemade Calendula Ointment?

1 tablet or capsule of vitamin E

3 tablespoons of fresh calendula petals

1/3 cup of olive oil

2 tablespoons chopped beeswax

How Do You Make Homemade Calendula Ointment?

Step 1 – Crush the calendula flower petals with the back of a spoon.

Step 2 – Put in a pot on the stove and add the olive oil.

Step 3 – Simmer the mixture for approximately 2 hours on low heat.

Step 4 – Strain the liquid into a bowl and ensure you get all of the oil from the petals by pressing on them with the back of a spoon.

Step 5 – Return the liquid to heat and put the stove on medium.

Step 6 – Add the beeswax and stir until the mixture melts.

Step 7 – Remove the mixture from the stove and allow it to cool.

Step 8 – Pierce the vitamin E capsule and squeeze the contents into the mixture and mix.

Step 9 – Store the contents in a jar (at least 4.5 oz in size) and seal shut.

Step 10 – Store the mix for at least two weeks in a cool location.