Infused Oil

Tools and Materials Needed:

• Carrier oil such as: olive oil, mct oil, coconut oil, sunflower oil, or almond oil
• Fresh herb, finely chopped or dried herb, finely chopped
• Cheese cloth or muslin
• Two clean, glass jars with a tight fitting lids, such as a mason jars
• Double boiler (optional)

Procedure

1. Place finely chopped herb into glass container.
2. Pour enough oil in the jar to cover the herb.
3. Place in the sun or in a warm location.
4. Shake the jar daily.
5. After 2 to 3 weeks, strain the oil through the cheese cloth or muslin. Be sure to wring as much oil as possible out of the cloth or muslin.
6. Pour strained oil into clean, glass jar. Store in a cool, dark location.
7. For a stronger oil, add more plant material to strained oil and repeat steps 3-6.

Alternate Method Using a Double Boiler

1. Place finely chopped herbs and oil in a double boiler.
2. Bring to a slow simmer and slowly heat for 30-60 minutes, checking frequently to be sure oil is not overheating.
3. Strain through the cheese cloth or muslin. Be sure to wring as much oil as possible out of the cloth or muslin.
4. Pour strained oil into a clean, glass jar. Store in a cool, dark location.

Herb infused oils can keep for 6 months to 3 years, depending on the herb and oil used.

Herbs Commonly Used in Infused Oils

These herbs extract beautifully into oil and have a long tradition of topical and therapeutic use:

• Lavender — Soothing and antimicrobial; one of the most versatile herbs for infused oil
• Chamomile — Anti-inflammatory and gentle; excellent for sensitive or dry skin
• Mullein — Flower-infused oil is a traditional ear oil for earaches and infections
• Rosemary — Stimulating and antioxidant-rich; popular for scalp and hair care
• Thyme — Antimicrobial; traditionally used in infused oils for skin and respiratory care
• Calendula — One of the most beloved herbs for skin-healing infused oils
• Yarrow — Wound-healing and anti-inflammatory; great for bruise and sprain oils
• Frankincense — Resin-infused oil for spiritual and skin care use

Try a Related Product

If you love herb-infused preparations, explore our handcrafted infused honeys — a similarly nourishing way to benefit from herbs in a carrier base:

• Zoom Honey — Ashwagandha, ginseng, and maca infused into raw honey for energy and adaptogenic support
• Shroom Honey — Medicinal mushroom infused raw honey for immune and vitality support
• Cinnamon & Clove Infused Honey — Warming, circulatory, and antimicrobial herbs in raw honey
• Hibiscus Infused Honey — Antioxidant-rich hibiscus in raw honey

Learn More

• Herbal Wellness Basics — An introduction to the many ways you can prepare and use herbs at home

The herbal preparation methods on this page are for educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult with a healthcare provider before using herbs medicinally, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a health condition.