How to Make St. John’s Wort Oil (Macerate) and Its Uses
It’s easy to make your own St. John’s Wort oil, which is known for its healing properties. This flexible oil can be used for many things, from soothing skin irritations to healing burns and cuts. Let us learn more about how it was made and all the great things it can do for us.
How to Make St. John’s Wort Oil
What do you need?
- St. John’s Wort flowers that have just been picked
You could use olive oil, sunflower oil, or almond oil as the carrier oil. - Glass jar that is clean and has a lid
How to Make St. John’s Wort Oil:
1. Pick up the flowers
Get some fresh St. John’s Wort flowers on a warm day. Also, make sure the flowers are completely dry and free of any wetness.
2. Get the jar ready
Put these fresh flowers in the glass jar in a loose way.
3. Put in the oil
Pour the chosen carrier oil over these flowers, making sure they are completely covered in it. Don’t forget to leave some room at the top of the jar.
4. How the mixture is made
Once the lid is on tight, give the jar a light shake to mix the flowers and oil.
5. Mix the Oil
Put the jar somewhere warm, preferably on a shelf, and let the oil steep for four to six weeks. Don’t forget to give the jar a little shake every two days.
6. Pour out the oil
After the soaking time, strain the oil through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to separate the flowers and get rid of them. Put the oil that has been squeezed into a clean glass bottle to keep it fresh.
7. Keeping things
To keep the oil working well, keep it in a cool, dark place. You can use it for a year.
How St. John’s Wort Oil Can Be Used in Many Ways
1. The ability to heal skin
St. John’s Wort oil is great for treating small cuts, scrapes, burns, and bruises. It speeds up the mending process because it reduces inflammation and kills germs.
2. Getting rid of pain
By rubbing the oil into sore muscles and joints, you can ease the pain and reduce swelling. It works especially well for people with diseases like arthritis.
3. Dealing with skin problems
Keep in mind that the oil can help soothe skin irritations, such as eczema, psoriasis, and dry, itchy skin. The oil helps soothe and moisturize skin that is feeling dry.
4. Taking away nerve pain
Nerve pain, such as that caused by sciatica and neuralgia, has been shown to improve with St. John’s Wort oil. By massaging the area gently with this oil, you can feel better.
5. Use it as hair oil
As a regular massage oil, this oil can also be used to relax and wake up the body because it has calming properties.
By making and using St. John’s Wort oil, you can take advantage of its natural healing properties for a wide range of skin and health problems. Experience how this DIY plant oil can help you relax and heal.