Recipes for making marigold salve, marigold tea, and marigold hair rinse.
Marigold, also known as Calendula officinalis, is a bright and cheery flower that has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties. Here are three of our favorite natural remedy recipes using marigolds:
1. Marigold Salve: This salve is great for soothing dry, irritated, or inflamed skin.
Ingredients:
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1/2 cup dried marigold flowers
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1/2 cup olive oil
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1/4 cup beeswax pellets
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10 drops lavender essential oil (optional)
Instructions:
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In a double boiler or a glass bowl set over a pot of boiling water, combine the marigold flowers and olive oil.
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Heat on low for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally.
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Strain the mixture through a cheesecloth or fine-mesh sieve, pressing out as much oil as possible.
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Return the infused oil to the double boiler or glass bowl and add the beeswax pellets.
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Heat on low until the beeswax is melted and fully combined with the oil.
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Remove from heat and stir in the lavender essential oil (if using).
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Pour the mixture into small jars or tins and let cool completely before using.
2. Marigold Tea: Drinking marigold tea is a great way to soothe digestive issues and boost the immune system.
Ingredients:
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1 tbsp dried marigold flowers
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1 cup boiling water
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Honey or lemon, to taste (optional)
Instructions:
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Place the dried marigold flowers in a tea infuser or strainer.
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Pour the boiling water over the flowers and let steep for 5-10 minutes.
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Remove the infuser or strainer and add honey or lemon, if desired.
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Drink the tea while it's still warm.
3. Marigold Hair Rinse: This hair rinse can help soothe an itchy scalp and add shine to your hair.
Ingredients:
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1/2 cup dried marigold flowers
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2 cups boiling water
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions:
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Place the marigold flowers in a large glass jar or bowl.
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Pour the boiling water over the flowers and let steep for at least 30 minutes.
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Strain the mixture through a cheesecloth or fine-mesh sieve.
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Stir in the apple cider vinegar.
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After shampooing and conditioning your hair, pour the marigold rinse over your hair, making sure to saturate your scalp and hair.
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Let the rinse sit on your hair for a few minutes, then rinse with cool water.
We hope you enjoy these recipes. Let us know how they worked for you in the comments below.
