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st johns wort infused oil

St Johns Wort Infused Oil

Equipment

  • Glass jar with lid

Ingredients
  

  • Fresh St. Johns Wort
  • Carrier oil - Olive Oil, Avocado Oil, Sunflower Oil, etc.

Instructions
 

  • Collect your fresh St. Johns Wort and let it lightly wilt for 12-24 hours to reduce moisture. Snip into small pieces. Some people only use the flowers but I use the leaves and stem as well.
  • Use a glass jar that you can fill at least 2/3 of the way with the fresh flowers, leaves, and stems.
  • Pour your choice of carrier oil over top of the herb, fill to the brim and cap tightly.
  • Leave the jar in a warm location for 4-6 weeks. I place a seedling mat under the jar to keep it warm but not hot.
  • After 4–6 weeks, strain through cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer. Store in a dark glass bottle in a cool, dry place (it should last up to a year)