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homemade vapor rub in glass jar with eucalyptus

Homemade Vicks Vapor Rub Recipe

This is the most basic homemade Vicks vapor rub recipe which can be modified for infants, children, or adults. Simple but effective!
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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Butter or Shea Butter
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Oil
  • 2 Tbsp Beeswax
  • 10 drops Eucalyptus
  • 10 drops Peppermint
  • 10 drops Frankincense
  • 5 drops Clove
  • 5 drops Lavender

Method
 

  1. Double boil the butter of choice, coconut oil, and beeswax until all melted together.
  2. Remove from heat.
  3. Let cool slightly, then add essential oils.
  4. Pour into a glass container. Store for up to 6 months.

Notes

Essential oil concentration adjustments:
For infants: 8-10 drops
For children: 17-20 drops
For adult: 37-40 drops