Homemade Vapor Rub with Eucalyptus & Other EOs
Coconut oil and cocoa butter add nutrients and moisture to the skin. This vapor rub goes together quickly and easily, so you can be using it just a couple hours after starting.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- ⅓ c. Coconut Oil
- 2 tbsp. Cocoa Butter
- 1 ½ tbsp. Beeswax Block Shavings/Pellets/Pastilles
- 20 drops Eucalyptus Essential Oil
- 5 drops (each) Lavender, Peppermint, Rosemary, and Tea Tree Oil
Instructions
- Using a double boiler, melt the coconut oil and cocoa butter.1/3 c. Coconut Oil, 2 tbsp. Cocoa Butter
- Once melted, add the beeswax and stir gently until the wax is melted as well.1 1/2 tbsp. Beeswax Block Shavings/Pellets/Pastilles
- Remove from heat and allow the mixture to sit for about 5 minutes.
- Add the essential oils. Combine with a spoon or wooden chopstick.20 drops Eucalyptus Essential Oil, 5 drops (each) Lavender, Peppermint, Rosemary, and Tea Tree Oil
- Pour your homemade vapor rub into a glass jar.
Notes
As the mixture continues to cool the liquid will solidify, making it a creamy, spreadable rub.
Servings: 1 jar
Cost: 9