Make Homemade Ointments With These 10 Common Plants

Make Homemade Ointments With These 10 Common Plants

Here are more plants that can be grown in any garden and used for making soothing balms and ointments.

Calendula (Calendula officinalis)

calendula
Also known as pot marigolds, calendula can form a salve that promotes the healing of rashes, minor cuts, and burns. It also is effective on chapped lips.

Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla)

Wild chamomile
Chamomile?s delicate white petals provide several healing benefits for the skin, including softening, deodorizing, and disinfecting.

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