Diaper Rash Ointment

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Category: Remedies

• 1 part comfrey leaf
• 1 part comfrey root
• 1 part St. John's wort flower
• 1 part calendula flower
• olive oil
• grated beeswax

1. In a double boiler, combine herbs and cover with olive oil. Simmer over very low heat for several hours. Check often to make sure the oil is not overheating and burning the herbs.
2. Cool enough to be able to strain using muslin or cheesecloth. 
3. Reheat infused oil and add beeswax.
4. When beeswax is melted, check for desired consistency by placing 1 teaspoon in the refrigerator or freezer for a few minutes. If the ointment is too hard, add little more oil.  If too soft, add more beeswax.
5. Pour into a glass jar.
6. Ointment will last for years if stored in a cool area.  Does not have to be refrigerated.