How to Make Herb-Infused Oils 🌼 #herbs #herbalacademy #herbalism

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The traditional folk method is the easiest to follow…
It relies on “eyeballing” the ingredient amounts vs. measuring. Simply fill a container ½ full with dried herb and pour room-temperature oil over the herb, making sure to completely cover them by 1 inch. 🤏

TIPS FOR MAKING HERB-INFUSED OILS

🌿 Fresh herbs can be used in herb-infused oils for topical use and are preferred for some herbs (like St. John’s wort aerial parts and mullein flowers). However, care must be taken to minimize moisture in the finished product to decrease the chance of growth of mold or bacteria.
🌿 Culinary oils meant for internal use should be made with dried herbs to minimize the risk of botulism.
🌿 Olive, almond, apricot, coconut, grapeseed, avocado, coconut are great oils to experiment with!
🌿 You can use one herb to make your herb-infused oil or you can blend herbs to create a formula for your herb-infused oil. The choices are endless!
🌿 Always use dry, sterilized jars with tight-fitting lids to reduce the chance of bacteria or mold growth or your oils going rancid due to oxidation.
🌿 Use colored glass bottles if you have them to reduce exposure to light, which speeds up the degradation of your oils and herbal properties.
🌿 Consider adding a few drops of vitamin E oil to discourage oxidation!
🌿 Always label with dates and ingredients during the infusion process and after bottling for storage.
🌿 Use high-quality herbs, as they will not contribute to spoilage, and you will have a longer-lasting product. 🤩 Bonus: @herbalacademy students get discounts on herbs at Mountain Rose Herbs & Bulk Herb Store!
🌿 If you’re short on time, try using the double boiler method or crockpot method!

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The herbs… and oils… and methods are many!

Do you have a favorite infusion method or herbal oil you like to work with?

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