Cayenne Pepper Ointment

Name: Cayenne Pepper Ointment
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 oz
Ingredients: 1 small cayenne pepper, chopped with seeds; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons grated beeswax

Submitted by Yogi8

"This ointment boosts circulation and warms your muscles. Helpful for arthritis and rheumatism. From the book Natural Beauty From the Garden by Janice Cox. Guessing on times, and they do not include time to let mixtures cool."

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Ready In:: 15mins
Ingredients:: 3
Yields:: 4 oz

ingredients

1 small cayenne pepper, chopped with seeds
¹⁄₂ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons grated beeswax

directions

Combine pepper with the oil and heat gently in microwave or stovetop.
Do not boil.
Let sit until cooled.
Strain and discard the pepper and seeds.
Add beeswax and heat again till wax is melted.
Stir well, spoon into a clean container, and let cool.
To use: Massage a small amount into your muscles and joints.
If you would like a thinner consistency, reheat with added vegetable oil.
Be careful working with peppers and wash hands thoroughly after use!

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Reviews

I made this with olive oil, and it turned out great. I just rubbed some on the back of my neck, and it brings warmth to the area, but doesn't burn. Thanks for the recipe!

Retro Kali