Salves

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Prepare an infused oil. warm the oil, if necessary, in a slow cooker (such as a crock pot)or a ouble boiler. Add 1/8 cup of grated beeswax for every cup of oil. Stir gently until the beeswax has melted and combinated with the oil. To test the consistency, take a small spoonfuland set it in the refrigetator until it cools.If it becomes too hard, add a little more oil; if it is too soft, add a bit more beeswax. When the consistenccy is just right, pour the salve into clean, dry containers. Be sure to date and label the containers.

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