November 6, 2025|Farm Life, Foraging, Holistic, Recipes, Tips
Hey farm gals, it’s Kara from Lange Girl Farms! November’s cold air dries my skin, and after 15 years, my herbal salve—naturally crafted—keeps it soft. My chickens peck the herbs, my horses graze as I stir, and my huskies sniff the jars. This holistic DIY’s simple and sustainable—years of chapped hands perfected it. Here’s how to soothe winter skin, farm girl style!
Ingredients You’ll Need
- ½ cup calendula, chamomile
- 1 cup olive oil, ¼ cup beeswax pellets
- Double boiler, Jars for storage.
Step 1: Infuse Oil
Steep herbs in oil—double boiler on low. My ducks quacked at the scent; 15 years taught me slow heat.
Step 2: Melt Wax
Add beeswax to oil—stir smooth. My first batch was lumpy; years showed me even melting.
Step 3: Pour and Cool
Fill tins—cool to set. My husky pup licked a spill; 15 years taught me quick pours.
Step 4: Apply and Store
Rub on hands, store cool—lasts months. My minis smell the herbs; it’s winter skin’s savior.
Conclusion
This herbal salve’s my November must—15 years of homestead herbs keep skin soft. Make it; your hands’ll thank you! Pin this for your winter DIY, and follow Lange Girl Farms for more natural remedies.
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