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Natural Vaseline Alternative – Breathe Easy Balm

Discover a powerful natural Vaseline alternative that hydrates skin, opens airways, and supports wellness. This decongesting balm uses beeswax, clove, and eucalyptus for a protective, multipurpose remedy.

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Why Choose a Natural Vaseline Alternative?

Conventional petroleum-based balms may offer short-term relief, but they don’t nourish the skin or support deeper wellness. Our natural Vaseline alternative -the Breathe-Easy Balm- combines skin-loving oils with warming, respiratory-clearing botanicals to create a multipurpose salve that hydrates, protects, and uplifts.

Formulated with mineral-rich beeswax, infused clove oil, and gentle eucalyptus, this balm is ideal for dry skin, chest congestion, muscle aches, and energy clearing. It’s a grounding, detoxifying ritual in a jar.

Benefits for Skin, Body, and Mind

  • Physical: Soothes dry skin, eases chest tightness, and helps fight infection.
  • Emotional: Clove and eucalyptus promote a sense of warmth and clarity.
  • Spiritual: Helps “clear the air” energetically, making it ideal for rituals or grounding practices during seasonal transitions.

Why Each Ingredient Was Chosen

IngredientFunction
BeeswaxCreates a breathable, protective barrier; locks in moisture; mildly antibacterial.
Olive or Jojoba OilNourishes skin and carries active ingredients deep into the skin layers. Jojoba is less greasy.
Clove-Infused OilIncreases circulation, antimicrobial, and deeply warming—perfect for cold weather and sore muscles.
Turpentine (PGS)Detoxifying, antifungal, and supports lung health. Adds a traditional, pine-scented medicinal quality.
Clove Essential OilAnalgesic and antiseptic, supports immunity and blood flow.
Eucalyptus radiata EOClears sinuses and lungs; gentle on skin compared to other eucalyptus types.
Optional: Lemon Myrtle EOBrightens the scent, fights bacteria, and uplifts mood—native to Australia.

Ingredient Swaps and Substitutions

  • Swap olive oil with jojoba for a lighter finish.
  • Replace eucalyptus with peppermint EO for a cooling effect.
  • Omit turpentine if you’re sensitive—add more clove-infused oil or a drop of tea tree EO instead.
Breathe Easy Balm – Natural Vaseline Alternative
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Breathe Easy Balm – Natural Vaseline Alternative

Makes

60

Grams
Prep time

10

minutes
Melting Time

5

minutes

Ingredients

  • 30g Beeswax (filtered, cosmetic grade)

  • 20g Olive Oil (or Jojoba Oil)

  • 5g Clove-Infused Oil (see method)

  • 2g Pure Gum Spirits of Turpentine

  • 5 drops Clove Essential Oil

  • 5–10 drops Eucalyptus radiata EO (or 3–5 drops Lemon Myrtle EO)

Directions

  • Infuse the Clove Oil (Optional but Potent):
    Add 1 tbsp crushed cloves to 50ml olive oil in a jar.
    Place in a sunny window for 3–5 days, shaking daily, or gently warm in a double boiler for 1 hour.
    Strain before using.
  • Melt the Base:
    In a double boiler, gently melt beeswax with olive oil and infused oil.
  • Cool Slightly:
    Remove from heat for 2–3 minutes to avoid degrading essential oils.
  • Add Active Ingredients:
    Stir in turpentine and essential oils thoroughly.
  • Pour and Set:
    Transfer to a clean glass jar or tin and let set at room temperature. Store in a cool, dry place out of sunlight.

Notes

  • How to Use
    Chest rub: Apply to chest and upper back before bed to support clear breathing.
    Muscle balm: Massage into sore areas to warm and ease tension.
    Lip & skin salve: Dab on dry patches or lips for a protective moisture barrier.
  • Shelf Life: 12+ months if stored away from heat and light

Safety Tips

  • Patch test before using, especially with clove or turpentine.
  • Not for use on broken skin, near eyes, or on mucosal areas.
  • Avoid during pregnancy and on infants unless under guidance.
  • Keep sealed and out of direct sunlight to preserve volatile oils.

Final Thoughts for Breath-Easy Balm

The Breathe-Easy Balm isn’t just a natural Vaseline alternative- it’s a powerful tool for supporting your body’s natural healing processes. Whether you’re easing a blocked nose, soothing tired muscles, or simply protecting dry skin, this balm brings together nature’s most grounding and revitalising ingredients in one versatile jar.

It’s comforting scent, warming action, and antimicrobial strength make it an ideal addition to your wellness rituals—especially during cooler months or times of stress.

Take a deep breath, apply with intention, and let the natural synergy of clove, eucalyptus, beeswax, and plant oils bring clarity, comfort, and calm.

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