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Fresh picked calendula flowers on a cutting board.

Calendula Oil

Organic calendula oil infusion is essential for all herbal medicine cabinets. Use this tutorial to make it yourself, and enjoy the benefits and many uses.
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Course: Herbal Remedy
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Steeping Time: 31 days
Total Time: 31 days 5 minutes
Servings: 0.75 cup
Author: Carolyn Thomas

Ingredients

  • ½ cup dried calendula flowers
  • ¾ cup oil olive, jojoba, almond, etc.

Instructions

  • Fill the jar half full with the dried calendula flowers.
  • Pour carrier oil over the flowers to fill the jar.
  • Cap the jar, and make sure it is sealed tight.
  • Shake the jar once daily for 4-6 weeks to ensure the flowers stay covered and mold cannot form.
  • After 4-6 weeks, the oil will be infused with the calendula.
  • Open the jar and strain off the flowers using a cheesecloth or sieve.
  • Store your infused calendula oil in an airtight container in a cool, dark place until ready to use.
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