Burdock Root Anti-Itch Cream

Burdock is a common herb that grows in most of North America. Different parts of the plant can be used for various ailments but for an anti-itch agent we want to use the tap root. Using this recipe you can make a simple salve to help combat the itchy effects of insect bites or other skin problems. Good for man or beast.

Instructions:

Things You’ll Need:

• Burdock Root
• Grater
• Olive Oil
• Beeswax
  

Step1

First, wash and grate the tap root of the Burdock plant and place in olive oil in a pyrex dish. Cover the dish.

[You can make your salve stronger by adding more burdock root.]

Step2

Set the dish in an electric skillet that contains water. Cover at 200 degrees for 2 to 3 hours until the root looks like it has seen better days.

Step3

Strain and return liquid to the pyrex dish along with some grated beeswax; figure 1/4 oz beeswax for each 2 oz liquid. There are 5 teaspoons in 1 ounce of Beeswax. A good formula is to use 1 1/2 ounces of Beeswax to 1 pint of olive oil.

Pour into clean, dry jars and add lids.