Hi Debbie, I use olive oil for this one. Fresh plant material is chopped then heated over low heat for 48 hours, then strained and stored in a cool dark place. I use 1 cup of infused oil 3 tablespoons of beeswax and a little essential oil. This stuff works great on minor cuts, scrapes, bruises and more. I like to call it Carpenter's salve, because hard working, hammer slinging carpenters are always nicking themselves on one thing or another?