Easy Violet Infused Oil and Salve Recipe

Want to know how to make violet infused oil? Learn all the violet oil benefits, along with a super easy violet leaf infused oil and salve recipe!

Violets have been used for centuries for their beautiful flowers and therapeutic benefits. The tiny purple blooms have a light, sweet fragrance and flavor that has made them popular in everything from perfumes to candies.

Violet extracts and infused oils allow you to harness the properties of these lovely flowers for natural wellness and beauty.

I always saw violets, but never even realized they could be added to beauty products. I was in awe and realized I had to try it out!

In this guide, you’ll learn the benefits of using violets in skincare products, along with a violet infused oil recipe, and a salve recipe too!

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Violet Infused Oil Benefits

Here are just some of the incredible violet oil benefits for skin, face, and your entire body!

Antioxidants

Like many purple-hued plants, violets contain anthocyanins, a type of antioxidant flavonoid that gives them their vivid color.

Antioxidants help protect the body from damage caused by free radicals and oxidative stress. This can promote overall health and may aid issues like inflammatory conditions.

The antioxidants in violets specifically have been tied to anti-inflammatory and cardioprotective effects in studies.

Soothe Skin

Infused violet oil makes an excellent addition to skincare and hair care recipes. The oil helps soothe and calm irritated skin.

It has traditionally been used to ease inflammation from rashes, eczema, dermatitis, and other skin conditions.

Violet’s gentle astringent and antimicrobial properties also make it suitable for acne-prone skin. The antioxidants in the oil help protect skin from premature aging caused by environmental damage. Violet oil can also reduce hair loss and dandruff.

Violet infused oil for skin really is quite incredible!

Relieve Respiratory Problems

Violets have been used since ancient times to treat respiratory conditions like colds, flu, bronchitis, and asthma. The flowers act as a gentle expectorant to clear mucus.

They soothe coughs and help relieve chest congestion. Violets are anti-inflammatory, which can ease swelling in the nose, throat, and lungs. Try adding some violet infused oil on the chest for respiratory relief.

Improve Circulation

The anthocyanins that give violets their color also help strengthen blood vessels and improve circulation. This helps increase delivery of oxygen and nutrients throughout the body.

Better circulation has widespread wellness benefits, from improved cardiovascular health to reduced pain and cramping to heightened cognitive function.

Massaging violet flower oil into the legs, feet, hands, and anywhere that tends to get cold easily promotes healthy blood flow.

Reduce Cysts

The main reason why I wanted to try a violet infused oil is because I wanted to see if it helps my cysts. Violet flowers and leaves are also known to help dissolve cysts, mainly on the breasts.

Some do the poultice for this while others have found success with using the oil of violets after they infused it.

Hair Benefits

Some people even use violet infused oil for hair care! Violets contain mucilage which can help manage and help your hair.

Massage it onto your scalp and leave for a bit before rinsing out to see if it helps your hair!

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How to Make Violet Infused Oil

Making violet infused oil at home is simple with just a few ingredients:

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried violet flowers and leaves
• 1 cup avocado oil

Materials

• Glass jar 
• Strainer mason jar lid (optional) or regular strainer 

Instructions

Add your violet flowers and leaves into a glass jar. Pour the oil over the violet leaves, making sure they are fully submerged.

Cover the jar with a lid and leave for 2-4 weeks to infuse the oil. Shake the jar every day to ensure the leaves are fully covered in oil.

After the infusion period, strain the oil. 

How to Make Violet Salve

Now that you have your violet infused oil, here is how to make a salve with it too!

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup beeswax pellets
• ½ teaspoon purple mica powder (optional) 
• 1 cup violet infused oil

Instructions

In a double boiler or a heat-safe bowl set over a pot of simmering water, melt the beeswax pellets and the infused oil together. 

Once it is fully melted, set aside and add the mica powder. Be sure to mix it thoroughly. 

Pour the mixture into small glass jars or tins and let cool down. 

Notes

• After a couple of hours, check on your salves. I noticed mine did not show a purple color, so I used a hand mixer and mixed it together for a few minutes and put it back into the tins. So it became more of a whipped salve to create this texture and color. 
• This recipe yields approximately 6 to 8 ounces. 
• The salve can be stored in a cool, dry place for up to six months.
• Violet leaves are rich in antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties, making them a great addition to a healing salve.
• Be sure to label your salve with the ingredients and the date it was made.

How to Use Violet Infused Oil

Here are some ways to use violet infused oil:

• Massage oil – Violet oil can be used as a soothing massage oil. It has anti-inflammatory properties that can help relax muscles and joints.
• Hair oil – Add a few drops of violet oil to your regular hair oil or mask to give hair a beautiful sheen and fragrance. The emollient properties help moisturize and soften hair.
• Bath oil – Add several drops of violet infused oil to your bath salts for a relaxing and skin nourishing soak. It helps hydrate and calm skin.
• Body moisturizer – Mix a few drops of violet oil with your regular unscented body lotion or butter for nourished, soft skin with a light floral scent. Or make the infused oil into a salve like up above.
• Perfume – Dab a drop of the oil onto your wrists and neck for a natural, delicate perfume.
• Facial moisturizer – Violet oil can be added to your facial creams or serums for an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory boost. Helps balance and brighten complexion.
• Cuticle oil – Apply violet oil to your cuticles and nails for stronger, hydrated nails.

Violet Leaf Infused Oil and Salve Wrap-Up

Enjoy making your own skin-soothing, antioxidant-rich violet infused oil and salve!

Now that you know how to use violet infused oil, experiment with adding it to your favorite skincare recipes and solutions. The possibilities with this floral infusion are endless!

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