Making Kawakawa Balm
LAUREN GLUCINA | December 17, 2020
NATURAL REMEDIES
"Super soothing to my skin, my eczema go-to." – Instagram review
KAWAKAWA BALM
Minor cuts and grazes Soothing to skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis Pain, swelling and stiffness Neuralgia Bruising Keeping insects away
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USES +BENEFITS
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YOU'LL NEED
Kawakawa leaves, sweet almond oil, beeswax, lavender esssential oil.
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Add kawakawa leaves to a pot, cover with oil.
STEP ONE • PART ONE
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Place in the oven, heat on low for ~6 hours.
STEP ONE • PART TWO
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Strain the oil ready for use.
STEP TWO
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Measure out one cup of oil, add beeswax.
STEP THREE
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Gently heat, dissolving the wax.
STEP FOUR
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Add essential oils and mix to combine.
STEP FIVE
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Pour into sterilised glass jars.
STEP SIX
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Allow to cool and harden, cap and label!
STEP SEVEN
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