• 60 ml (1/4 cup) of organic coconut oil
• 60 ml (1/4 cup) of organic sunflower oil
• 30 ml (2 tbsp) of grated raw beeswax (or 1 tbsp of sunflower wax)
• 20 drops of organic eucalyptus globulus essential oil
• 20 drops of organic field mint essential oil (Mentha arvensis)
• 10 drops of organic cineole rosemary essential oil (Rosmarinus officinalis cineoliferum)
• 5 drops of organic tea tree essential oil (Melaleuca alternifolia)

WARNING: This recipe is suitable for adults. If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, several of the essential oils above are off limits. Also, not all the essential oils recommended in our recipe are safe for babies and children. Check out our article “Essential oils: a little guide for pregnancy and breastfeeding” to learn more!

1. In a double boiler, melt the wax into the coconut oil and sunflower oil.

2. Remove from heat, wait a few minutes, then add the essential oils. Mix well.

3. Let set in the fridge, uncovered.

Congested? Apply this balm to your chest, your back and even under your nose.