DIY Calendula Salve Recipe (And Why Ours Might Be Even Better)
Calendula salve is one of nature’s most soothing remedies—perfect for dry skin, eczema, minor cuts, scrapes, and even rough dog paws. Whether you’re a natural skincare enthusiast or simply curious about botanical remedies, making your own calendula salve is a fun and rewarding DIY project.
But if you’d rather skip the mess and get straight to the good stuff, we’ve got something even better: our small-batch, handcrafted Honeyshine Calendula Salve. Made for sensitive skin, and safe for both humans and pups.
Still curious about how it’s made? Here’s the DIY version:
DIY Calendula Salve Recipe
What You’ll Need:
- 1 cup dried calendula flowers
- 1 cup carrier oil (olive, sunflower, or sweet almond oil all work well)
- 1 oz beeswax pellets (about 2 tablespoons)
- Optional: a few drops of lavender or chamomile essential oil
- A double boiler or heat-safe jar
- Cheesecloth or fine strainer
- Tins or small jars for storage
Step 1: Infuse Your Oil
Place the dried calendula flowers and carrier oil in a double boiler or jar over low heat. Let it infuse gently for 2–3 hours. Keep the heat low to preserve the delicate skin-healing properties of the calendula.
Pro tip: If you’ve got time, you can also cold-infuse the flowers by sealing them in oil for 3–4 weeks, shaking occasionally.
Step 2: Strain
Once the oil is richly golden and smells herbaceous, strain out the flowers using cheesecloth. Squeeze well to get every drop.
Step 3: Add Beeswax
Melt beeswax into the infused oil using low heat. Stir until fully combined. This is what gives your salve that spreadable texture.
Want it firmer? Add more beeswax. Softer? Use less.
Step 4: Optional Add-Ins
Now’s the time to add essential oils, if using. Just a few drops will do—calendula is already doing the heavy lifting here.
Step 5: Pour and Set
Pour your warm mixture into tins or jars. Let them cool and harden for a few hours. Store in a cool, dry place and use within 6–12 months.
Or Skip the DIY and Grab Ours
Making your own calendula salve is empowering—but if you’re looking for something ready-to-use, ultra-gentle, and expertly crafted, we’ve got you covered.
Our Honeyshine Calendula Salve is:
- Slow-infused with organic calendula for maximum potency
- Blended with skin-loving oils and soothing essential oils
- Safe for people and pups
- Designed to calm eczema, dry skin, and irritation—naturally
No mess, no guesswork—just pure botanical healing.
Have you made your own salve before? Let us know in the comments—or tag us on Instagram @honey_shine_calendula if you try this recipe!
