These versatile plants boast potential skin-loving benefits, and today, we'll show you how to create your very own plantain-infused oil at home! This nourishing oil can be used for DIY skincare recipes or simply applied directly for a touch of natural goodness.
Equipment
1 Glass Mason Jar
1 Fine-Mesh Sieve
1 funnel
1 Glass Jar for Storage
1 Lining - Coffee Filter, Cheesecloth, or Paper Towels
1 Pair of Food Grade Gloves
Materials
1CupSunflower Oil
2CupsFresh Plantain Leaves
Instructions
Prep Your Plantains. If needed rinse off leaves and dry thoroughly with a paper towel or cloth. Dry them until leaves are dried completely as they would be in a dehydrator.
Cut the leaves into pieces.
Fill your jar with the leaves.
Pour the oil over the leaves, ensuring everything is submerged. Top off with more oil if needed.
Find a cool, dark place, for your jar to rest for the next four weeks. This allows the oil to absorb the beneficial properties of the plantains.
During the first week, give the jars a good shake daily. THis helps release the good stuff into the oil.
After four weeks, line a fine mesh sieve with either cheesecloth, a coffee filter, or paper towels. Strain the oil to remove the plantain material. It helps to fold the lining material over the leaves and press with the bottom of a cup or jar.
Using gloves, give the plantains still wrapped in the lining a good squeeze to release every last drop.
Find the perfect container for storing your oil and with a funnel pour your finished oil into its new home.
Label your jar with the contents and date of creation.
Store your plantain-infused oil in a cool, dry place for up to a year.
Notes
TIPS:
Consider using organic ingredients whenever possible.
Research the potential benefits of plantain-infused oil for your specific needs.
Remember, this is a natural product, and it's always a good idea to patch-test before applying it liberally to your skin.