Making Herb-Infused Oils

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The medicinal properties of herbs and roots can be extracted and infused in oils for a healthy, organic skin treatment.
The medicinal properties of herbs and roots can be extracted and infused in oils for a healthy, organic skin treatment.
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Whether you are a natural skin care professional, a DIY fan, or new to the ways of making one’s own skincare products, “Power of the Seed” will guide you along the way.
Whether you are a natural skin care professional, a DIY fan, or new to the ways of making one’s own skincare products, “Power of the Seed” will guide you along the way.

Power of the Seed(Process Media, 2015) by Susan M. Parker gathers comprehensive information on oils in one place, making it a complete reference. Beginners can start with easy-to-follow recipes, while the adept have easy access to the most in-depth information available anywhere.

Oils and Herbs

Herbal oil infusions are time-tested combinations providing an amazing array of beneficial actions for the skin. By extracting beneficial botanical properties of leaves, flowers, stems, and roots into oil, the herb’s phyto-medicinal properties are transferred to the oil for treatment of the skin and body.

Infusing Herbs in Oil

Infusing herbs into oil or fat is probably one of the oldest forms of medicine-making. Traditional methods in herbalism and perfumery use oils to extract scent and medicine. Submerging plant material in oil transfers the healing properties, scent, and color to the oil. Infusions of fresh or dried herbs transforms oil into a healing balm to be used directly or included in a cream or salve. The herbs used can be dried or fresh. However, plant material that has had all of its moisture removed through drying is easier to work with. If not handled correctly, moisture in fresh plant material can spoil your infusion.

  • Published on Nov 11, 2015
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