Homemade menthol balm for all the family and for beauty
Mosquito bites, sensitive skin rashes, skin rash and itch from chemicals or low-quality cosmetics and soaps can be very annoying. If you are suffering from itchy or irritated skin, we have an excellent natural solution for you. This cooling salve will become your favourite all-around skin relief cream. Menthol balm will work wonders on any skin type and can save you and your family from nasty rashes and itch on your trips to nature or just at home.
The menthol balm provides an immediate cooling effect reducing the itchiness and burning of the skin and relieving the pain. Menthol balm does not lower the skin’s temperature, instead, it blocks the calcium current along the nerves responsible for detecting temperature. The role of menthol in my salve is to relieve the pain, itchiness or other nasty feelings, while the other ingredients soothe and heal the irritated skin.
We also use Shea Butter as an excellent moisturizer for dry and irritated skin. It is generally used to protect the skin’s natural oils from ‘getting out’, which causes dry skin. Shea Butter is also excellent in reducing inflammation. This is due to the cinnamic acid found within the Shea Butter.
While we like to use tea tree oil as a natural preservative due to its superior antibacterial properties, it also has the additional benefit of preventing skin infection. The combination of tea tree and lavender essential oils has an excellent soothing and healing effect on the skin. Also, tea tree oil helps fight acne. You will love this balm, especially if you have children around.
Ingredients for approximately 6oz of soothing menthol salve:
- 56 grams (2oz) extra virgin olive oil
- 7 grams of Menthol Crystals
- 28 grams (1oz) unrefined coconut oil
- 25 drops of tea tree essential oil
- 20 drops of lavender essential oil
- 28 grams (1oz) Beeswax, cosmetic grade
- 28 grams (1oz) unrefined Shea Butter
- Plastic or glass container (really, prepare it in advance)
Instruction
We have calculated for your convenience ingredients for only 6 oz of the final product. We usually make three times more.
- Using a double boiler, melt the coconut oil, shea butter, beeswax and olive oil together. Stir occasionally. Once everything is melted down and in liquid form, it one last time and remove it from the heat.
- Add your menthol crystals to the solution. Stir well to ensure that all of the crystals have been melted and absorbed by the oils.
- Once the temperature is below 140F, add the tea tree essential oil to the mix. Avoid adding crucial oils to mixtures with a higher temperature than 140F as they evaporate quickly.
- Add your mixture to a glass or plastic container that you have prepared and let it cool overnight. Don’t lid before it cools down and turns into a solid state.
- Your menthol salve is complete. You can use it just like you would with any other soothing balm. Massage a small quantity with your fingers into the irritated skin.
Making homemade menthol balm is a versatile and beneficial addition to your family’s health needs. This natural homemade balm relieves various ailments such as headaches, muscle aches, and congestion. It also offers beauty benefits such as soothing dry skin, reducing inflammation, etc. Also, because we have used natural ingredients in making the balm it’s safe for the family. So, using this homemade menthol balm in your family care routine not only ensures overall well-being but also promotes a natural approach to health and beauty care.
FAQ’s
What are the benefits of homemade menthol balm?
Homemade menthol balms are helpful as they relieve muscle aches, congestion, and headaches, and soothe dry skin making it versatile for health and beauty needs.
Is homemade menthol balm safe for children?
Yes, homemade menthol balm is safe for children when it’s made with natural ingredients but it’s important to avoid the areas near eyes and mucous membranes.
What are the ingredients needed for the homemade balm?
The ingredients you need for making homemade balm are olive oil, tea tree essential oil, coconut oil, beeswax, and shea butter.
Can homemade menthol balm be used for beauty purposes?
Yes, you can use homemade menthol for beauty purposes as it calms dry skin, reduces inflammation, and provides a cooling sensation that refreshes the skin.
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