🐝 CLASS DESCRIPTION — Modern Witch’s Cauldron – Class #2: Balm/Salve (MotherHex at Witchsey Academy)

In The Modern Witch’s Cauldron – Class #2: Make your own Balm or Salve, we’ll explore the foundations of crafting your own herbal balm or salve using simple tools you already have at home. You’ll learn how to melt, blend, and pour a 2 oz balm or salve, how to adjust texture, and how to work confidently with infused oils and botanicals.

This class is free to attend. Supplies are available through MotherHex on Witchsey, and you can purchase only the items you need.

A jar or tin (that can hold approximately 2 oz of finished product)

Infused Oil (24 ml fo salve, 20 ml for balm)

You can purchase any or all of these items on Witchsey.com:

Base Kit (MotherHex Beeswax, 2 oz tin, instruction card)

Infused Oil (choose: Lavender, Peppermint, or Dandelion)  Need help deciding? Scroll to the end to see the traditional and spiritual properties of each herb

Essential Oil (optional for scent) (choose: Lavender, Peppermint, or Lemon)  Each essential oil is meant to pair with it's coordinating infused oil. Note Lemon aligns with Dandelion for those wanting a bright, uplifting LemonLion‑style profile)

If you prefer everything pre‑measured and ready to go, order the:

Modern Witch’s Cauldron – Class #2: Balm/Salve FULL KIT (MotherHex at Witchsey Academy)

The Full Kit includes the Base Kit plus all additional ingredients needed for Class #2.

You likely already have everything required:

A pipette or measuring tool (only if you’re using your own essential oils)

No special equipment is required — this class is designed to be accessible with everyday kitchen tools.

🐝 INFUSED OIL PROPERTIES (Medicinal + Spiritual)

Known for easing tension and softening stressed areas.

Traditionally used to calm irritated skin and support restfulness.

Often applied to soothe overworked muscles or areas that feel warm or tight.

Clears emotional static and invites peace.

Supports sleep, dreamwork, and gentle unwinding.

Excellent for balms meant to soften the heart and quiet the mind.

Used to ease stiffness, tightness, and “held” tension in the body.

Traditionally applied to hands, joints, and areas that feel overused.

Known as a spring tonic plant — supportive, nourishing, and releasing.

Helps dissolve emotional heaviness and stuck energy.

Encourages letting go, grounding, and returning to the body.

Perfect for balms meant to support release, rest, and reconnection.

Cooling and refreshing on areas that feel hot or fatigued. Great on the lips!

Traditionally used to invigorate tired feet, temples, or muscles.

Known for bringing clarity and alertness to the senses.

Cuts through fog — mental, emotional, or energetic.

Invites clarity, focus, and forward movement.

Excellent for balms meant to energize, awaken, or “clear the path.”

The Modern Witch's Cauldron - Workshop - Make your own Balm or Salve with MotherHex