self-heal
skin serum

benefits

protects skin cells from UV damage,
supports healthy skin.

ingredients

5 ounces jojoba oil
4 ounces argan oil
1 ounce pomegranate oil
15 grams freshly dried self-heal herb
1 teaspoon rosemary extract
20 drops neroli essential oil
7 drops lavender essential oil
3 drops blue chamomile essential oil
1/4 teaspoon borax powder

how to make

  • step one measure out the jojoba oil, argan oil and pomegranate oil by volume into a double boiler or a metal bowl that fits over a pan of water.
  • step eight I put the oil into a 2 ounce bottle with a treatment pump. you could also put it in a traditional tincture bottle with a dropper or any other small decorative bottle that seals well.
  • step seven I put the oil into a 2 ounce bottle with a treatment pump. you could also put it in a traditional tincture bottle with a dropper or any other small decorative bottle that seals well.
  • step six next add the rosemary extract and the essential oils. stir well.
  • step five strain off the herbs from the oil. I did this through several layers of cheesecloth and then squeezed the herbs really well to get most of the oil out. you can then strain the oil again through more layers of cheesecloth to get any of the fine particles out. you’ll know you have a really potent extraction if the end result is a deep dark green oil. don’t worry though, this becomes completely clear and invisible on the skin!
  • step four after heating the oil for 24-48 hours, place the mixture in a blender. blend on high until the blender feels warms to the touch.
  • step three turn on the heat under the double boiler and warm the oil until it is warm to the touch. turn off the heat and cover with a lid. throughout the day visit the oil and heat it again slightly, and then let it sit. take care not to let the oil get too hot. some people use a modified crock pot for this – just be careful that it doesn’t get too hot or “fry” the herbal material.
  • step two add approximately 15 grams (1/2 ounce) of self-heal herb.