DIY Bug Bite Balm - Kid Safe "Itchy Stick"
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- čas přidán 29. 06. 2024
- These easy DIY bug bite balm sticks are safe for kids and provide quick relief for minor bug bites, stings, skin irritations, and even little boo-boos!
Materials
18g (about 1 T) chamomile infused coconut oil* (or regular coconut oil)
8g (about 2 tsp) beeswax
3g (about 1 tsp) jojoba oil (or other carrier oil)
6 drops lavender essential oil
6 drops tea tree essential oil
a few drops of vitamin E oil (optional)
Tools
4-5 chapstick tubes or lip balm type containers
a saucepan and a small heat proof bowl OR a double boiler
spatula
a kitchen scale (optional, but useful)
Instructions
1. Place beeswax, chamomile coconut oil, and jojoba oil (or other carrier oil such as sweet almond, grapeseed, etc.) in a double boiler or a heatproof bowl on top of a saucepan of simmering water. Stir gently until all are completely melted.
2. Remove from heat and stir in vitamin E oil and essential oils.
3. Carefully (but quickly) pour the liquid oil mixture into chapstick tubes and allow to sit until the product has completely cooled. (For faster results move the tubes to the fridge after it’s begun to solidify.)
4. When the balm is completely cool, cap it and apply as needed to bites, stings, and minor itchy skin irritations! Your itchy balm should be good for about 6 months to a year (depending on the freshness of your ingredients.)
Notes
*Making chamomile infused coconut oil in a crockpot is simple! Here’s my tutorial: • How to Make Herb-Infus...
BUT if you don’t have this, just use regular coconut oil. Or you could add a few drops of chamomile essential oil at the end.
DISCLAIMER: This balm is intended for relief from minor bug bites or skin irritation. If you are having a serious allergic reaction to a bite or sting, please seek medical attention! While this information is accurate to the best of my knowledge and based on best practices, I am not a doctor. Please check with your health care provider if you have concerns about whether using lavender, tea tree, or any essential oils, is appropriate for you or your children.
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Love it! That’s an amazing idea. I love that you made it so portable
Thanks! You could also use the infused nettle oil you made in this!
Great idea! I made some big bite balm with the lime balm & citronella from my garden. I added some eucalyptus oil and it works so good!
@@amomspointofview2250 That sounds awesome! I bet it smells amazing, too.
Great job! I totally wanted to cheer for you at the end.. lol. So how did it work on your bug bites this summer?
By the way, I think the jojoba oil is a brilliant idea - it'll extend the shelf life even farther. I wouldn't try it with sunflower oil, seems you just have to look at sunflower oil and it goes rancid, but jojoba is known for helping other oils it's mixed with to keep longer. Totally inspired choice. I wouldn't have thought of it. :)
This stuff is amazing! It really works fast on mosquito bites and blackberry thorn scratches and random little itchy bumps. I gave some to a few friends and family and more than one person reported back that it was “magical!” 😂 Itchy stick for the win 🙌🏻
And thanks! I use jojoba oil in just about everything. It is my absolute favorite. Thanks for the tip about the sunflower oil!
That's awesome! I'm totally going to try this. I've been looking for something to replace the chemical laden stuff I used to use for bug bite itch from the pharmacy. Thanks so much for sharing this! :)
You’re welcome 😊