Last Updated on March 15, 2023 by Ellen Christian
Did you know you can make your own dandelion oil? Learn how to make infused dandelion oil to use in your crafts and recipes.
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Make Your Own Dandelion Oil
There’s just something I love about those yellow dandelions in the summer. There are so many things to do with them.
Have you tried this Dandelion Jelly recipe? Or, maybe you’d like to try this Dandelion Lotion Bar DIY.
There are so many different things you can do with dandelion-infused oil. You can add it to your beauty recipes or homemade soap recipes.
Or, you can use it as a massage oil for soothing sore muscles or relaxing after a stressful day. And, you can use it to cook when you sautee other vegetables or dandelion greens.
Is dandelion oil good for your skin?
Yes, research suggests that this type oil may help to reduce inflammation. This can be helpful for people who have acne, skin irritation, or rosacea.
There are also thoughts that it can help improve the production of collagen. So, it may be beneficial for women who are losing collagen as part of the aging process.
What can dandelion oil be used for?
As I mentioned, it’s great for beauty products. But, because dandelion oil has calming properties, it also makes a wonderful massage oil.
Just add a few drops of your favorite calming essential oil and use it to massage stiff muscles. Check out this free essential oil diffuser blends list for some scent combinations.
It’s also good for your hair. And, it may be helpful with conditions like dandruff and scalp irritation. Just massage a bit on your scalp after you wash your hair.
It also contains choline, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, biotin, and calcium. These are all helpful in making your hair stronger.
How should I store this?
I like to store it in the refrigerator. It should be kept in a cool dark place. Never keep it somewhere hot or in direct sunlight. It may go rancid that way.
How long will dandelion oil last?
Made properly, strained infused this flower oil will last for about a year. Make sure that you strain all of the petals and imperfections from the oil so that no bacteria forms.
Tools / equipment to make this project
- Dandelions
- Sweet Almond oil, or carrier oil of choice (try coconut for dandelion infused coconut oil)
- Cheesecloth
- Canning funnel
- Mason jar
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How to make dandelion oil
- Pick a bowl or jar full of dandelion heads.
- Rinse them underwater, and lay them on a towel to dry out overnight.
- Add dried dandelion heads to a jar, and fill the jar with oil, to cover the dried dandelions.
- Set the jar in a sunny window for 1-2 weeks.
- Cut a cheesecloth about 8” x 8” and set it over the mason jar.
- Put a canning funnel into the jar, over the cheesecloth.
- Pour the dandelions that have been in the oil-filled jar into the funnel, into the other jar. Allow as much liquid through as possible, so you may want to let everything sit for 5 minutes or so.
- Discard dandelions, and put a lid on the jar that is now filled with oil.
- Use your homemade dandelion oil in numerous recipes.
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Make Your Own Dandelion Oil
Did you know you can make your own dandelion oil? Learn how to make infused dandelion oil to use in your crafts and recipes.
Materials
- Dandelions
- Sweet Almond oil, or carrier oil of choice
- Cheesecloth
- Canning funnel
- Mason jar
Tools
- none
Instructions
- Pick a bowl or jar full of dandelion heads.
- Rinse them under water, and lay on a towel to dry out over night.
- Add dried dandelion heads to a jar, and fill the jar with oil, to cover the dried dandelions.
- Set the jar in a sunny window for 1-2 weeks.
- Cut a cheesecloth about 8” x 8” and set it over the mason jar.
- Put a canning funnel into the jar, over the cheesecloth.
- Pour the dandelions that have been in the oil filled jar into the funner, into the other jar. Allow as much liquid through as possible, so you may want to let everything sit for 5 minutes or so.
- Discard dandelions, and put a lid on the jar that is now filled with oil.
- Use your homemade dandelion oil in numerous recipes.
Ellen is a busy mom of a 24-year-old son and 29-year-old daughter. She owns six blogs and is addicted to social media. She believes that it doesn’t have to be difficult to lead a healthy life. She shares simple healthy living tips to show busy women how to lead fulfilling lives. If you’d like to work together, email info@confessionsofanover-workedmom.com to chat.
