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Natural Chest Rub for Congestion Recipe

Made with nourishing oils, beeswax, and essential oils, this balm helps open airways and calm coughs without any harsh chemicals or petroleum.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Keyword: clean body products, diy body products, homemade chest rub, homemade eucalyptus chest rub, natural family wellness, petroleum free chest rub, winter wellness
Yield: 4 oz. jar
Author: Naturally Nourished Family
Cost: $6.50 USD/$8.85 CDN

Equipment

  • 1 small pot
  • 1 4 oz. jar or 2 x 2oz. jars This recipe makes just over 4oz. of product

Materials

  • 1/4 cup coconut oil unrefined, virgin, cold-processed
  • 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin, high quality
  • 2 Tbsp beeswax high quality, pure
  • 1 tsp eucalyptus essential oil pure, therapeutic grade
  • 1 tsp peppermint essential oil pure, therapeutic grade

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients except essential oils into small pot
  • Heat on low/med setting until ingredients are melted, stirring as needed
  • Carefully remove pot from stove and let cool for a few mins
  • Add essential oils and combine
  • Pour into jar(s)

Notes

Rub keeps well for up to 2 years in cool place.
Recipe also works well with just one essential oil if you are missing the other.