Homemade Vapor Rub | Decongestant Chest Rub
Keyword: homemade vapor rub
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
This Homemade Vapor Rub is made of all natural ingredients--the perfect thing to help you breathe and sleep better when you aren't feeling well, or are suffering from the sniffles or congestion.
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Small Jars
Small Pan for heating
stainless steel bowl
Place the shea butter or other solid oil in the top of a double boiler (or stainless steel bowl set on top of a saucepan full of water) over low heat. Heat until just melted. If using a liquid oil, you can skip this step.
When melted, carefully remove the pan from the heat.
Allow mixture to cool for about 5 minutes so that it's still liquid, but not as warm. This will allow you to blend the essential oils into the mixture without damaging the oils' healing qualities.
If using beeswax, stir into the rub after removing from heat.
Add essential oils to the carrier oil. Blend well.
Pour blend into a small glass jar.
To use, rub mixture on chest.
Store closed jar in a dark, cool place for up to 1 year.
Alternative carrier oils that would work well for this rub include palm oil or coconut oil. You could also add a small amount of beeswax for added thickness, if desired.
For a Kid-friendly version of this rub, use the following essential oil combination:
4 drops tea tree essential oil
2 drops thyme essential oil
2 drops lavender essential oil
2 drops frankincense essential oil
2 drops lemon essential oil