Oregano is one of those herbs I always have growing in my garden. Most people think of it as something you toss into pasta sauce or pizza, but once I started learning more about herbalism, I realized oregano has so much more to offer!!

After making my first batch of oregano infused oil, I immediately knew I wanted to turn some of it into a salve. I love having herbal balms around the house because they’re simple to make, last a long time, and are easy to tuck into a purse, first aid kit, or bathroom cabinet.

This homemade oregano salve has become one of my favorite herbal salve recipes! It’s made with just a handful of ingredients and comes together in minutes once your infused oil is ready.

If you’re looking for another herb to add to your homemade apothecary, this is a wonderful place to start 🙂

This is not using oil of oregano, that is something entirely different, this is showing the process for infused oregano oil.

Looking for oregano oil instead? If you want to make your own oregano infused oil, I have a full tutorial for that here: how to make oregano infused oil at home. This post uses that infused oil to make a soothing salve!

Why Make an Oregano Salve?

For centuries, oregano (Origanum vulgare) has been valued in traditional herbal practices. The leaves naturally contain aromatic compounds like carvacrol and thymol, which are responsible for oregano’s distinctive scent and have been widely studied for their antimicrobial properties.

When infused into oil, oregano creates a great base for homemade salves and balms.

I love using oregano salve because of these herbal benefits:

Antibacterial and antifungal properties: Helps combat infections and prevent the growth of harmful microbes as it contains compounds like carvacrol and thymol [source].
Soothes skin irritations: Great for bug bites, minor burns, some inflammation, or rashes.
Promotes healing: Encourages recovery of small cuts and scrapes while protecting the skin. Not to be used on open wounds.

Comfrey is another bruise-and-bone healer, here’s my comfrey salve recipe.
Nourishes and hydrates: Helps restore moisture to dry or cracked skin, leaving it soft and healthy. It’s a great herbal healing salve!

Check out some of my other favorite DIY herbal salve recipes too!

I am not a doctor/physician, nurse, or any other medical professional. This is for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment.

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Homemade Oregano Salve Recipe

Here’s what you’ll need to create your own oregano salve:

Ingredients

Oregano
Carrier oil (I did grapeseed oil this time, but any works!)
1 cup oregano infused oil
¼ cup beeswax
10 drops oregano essential oil
2 oz containers

Instructions

Add dried oregano to a clean jar, filling it halfway. Pour your carrier oil over the oregano until it’s completely covered.

Seal the jar and let it sit for 2-4 weeks in a cool, dark place, shaking it gently every few days.

Once infused, strain the oil through a cheesecloth or fine mesh sieve to remove the oregano.

Add the infused oil and beeswax to a glass jar and melt slowly in the microwave until all melted. Be sure to mix thoroughly after every 30 second interval.

Let the mixture cool below 135 degrees F before adding 20 drops of oregano essential oil. This preserves their therapeutic properties.

Carefully pour the liquid salve into your 2 oz containers. Let the salve harden overnight before sealing the jars with their lids.

Notes

Essential oils are optional, but can make this salve more powerful. Oregano essential oil has been studied and is very powerful antibacterial properties! Tea tree essential oil is another powerful oil to use.
If you’re using oregano essential oil, remember that it’s a very potent oil. Always dilute it properly and NEVER apply it to broken skin.
Store in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Properly stored, it should last about 6–12 months.
Any carrier oil will work. I used grapeseed oil for this recipe.

From dry skin to sore muscles, 22 Herbal Salves Recipes teaches you how to make natural remedies at home!

How to Use Oregano Salve

I keep a tin of this herbal salve in several places around the house because it’s incredibly versatile.

Some of my favorite ways to use it include:

Apply a thin layer to minor cuts, scrapes, or bug bites to promote healing.
Moisturizing dry elbows, knees, and hands
Applying to rough heels before bed
Massaging into tired feet after a long day
Using as part of a homemade herbal first aid kit
Keeping in a hiking or camping bag

We personally use it as a herbal first aid salve.

Oregano Salve

Yield: This makes about 6 ounces.

Learn how to make oregano salve with this step-by-step guide. If you’ve been looking for a natural solution to soothe skin irritations, muscle aches, or even dryness, oregano salve might just be your new go-to.

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Ingredients

Oregano
Carrier oil
1 cup infused oil
¼ cup beeswax
20 drops essential oils
2 oz containers

Instructions

Add oregano to a jar, making it halfway full.
Pour the carrier oil on top to completely cover the herb. Let infuse for a few weeks, shaking every now and again. Then strain.
Add infused oil and beeswax to a glass jar and melt slowly in the microwave until all melted. Be sure to mix thoroughly after every 30 second interval.
Once melted, let it slightly cool down before adding in your essential oils.
Add to your containers and let harden overnight before putting the lid on.

Notes

Essential oils are optional.
Any carrier oil will work. I used grapeseed oil for this recipe.

Final Thoughts

If you’ve already made oregano infused oil, turning it into a salve is one of the easiest next steps. It takes just a few minutes, and is a powerful healing salve to have for your family!

Whether you’re building your first herbal apothecary or simply looking for another practical way to use the oregano growing in your garden, this DIY oregano salve is a simple recipe you’ll likely find yourself making again and again.

For bruises and sore muscles, an arnica salve recipe is another staple to keep on hand.

Let me know if you end up making it!