Skin Soothing Herbal Recipes
Skin Soothing Herbal Spray for Dogs
(Water-based, quick relief for itching, redness, and inflammation)
Ingredients:
Calendula flowers (anti-inflammatory, promotes skin healing)
Chamomile flowers (soothing, reduces itch and irritation)
Lavender buds (calms the skin, gently antimicrobial)
Witch hazel (alcohol-free) – optional (cooling and anti-itch)
Distilled water
Instructions:
Make a strong herbal infusion by simmering 1 tablespoon each of calendula, chamomile, and lavender in 2 cups of distilled water for about 20 minutes.
Strain out herbs and let the liquid cool completely.
Add a tablespoon of witch hazel if using (optional for extra astringent effect).
Pour into a glass spray bottle. Store in the fridge for extra soothing action.
🟢 Use 1–3x daily on affected areas. Always shake before use. Patch test first, especially on sensitive dogs.
Skin Calming Herbal Ointment for Dogs
(Oil-based, longer-lasting barrier to support skin healing)
Ingredients:
Calendula-infused oil
Plantain-infused oil
Chamomile-infused oil
Beeswax (or candelilla wax for vegan)
Lavender essential oil (optional – use 1 drop per oz of carrier oil)
👉 You can make your own herbal-infused oils by gently heating dried herbs in olive oil or sweet almond oil for 2–3 hours on low, or steeping for 2–4 weeks in a sunny window.
Instructions:
Use equal parts of your herb-infused oils (or blend of all three).
For every 1/4 cup of oil, use 1 tablespoon of beeswax.
Gently melt together the oil and beeswax in a double boiler.
Once melted, remove from heat and stir in a drop or two of lavender essential oil (optional).
Pour into a small jar or tin and let cool.
🟢 Apply to dry patches, paw pads, itchy hot spots, or bug bites. Not meant for deep or open wounds. Safe if licked in small amounts.
Why These Herbs Work
Calendula is a skin superstar—anti-inflammatory, wound-healing, antifungal.
Chamomile calms both the skin and the nervous system.
Lavender helps reduce irritation, supports skin regeneration, and keeps minor bacteria at bay.
Plantain is known as “nature’s bandage” — drawing, healing, and calming.
Witch hazel is optional but great for dogs who have hot, red, moist skin patches.
Using Herbal Teas From the Grocery Store:
Yes — you can absolutely make this recipe using herbal teas from the grocery store, as long as you choose unsweetened, unflavored, and caffeine-free herbal tea bags.
Here’s how to adapt the recipe:
For the Spray
Use 1 tea bag each of chamomile, lavender, and calendula if you can find them (or a blend that includes those).
Steep them in 2 cups of hot distilled water for about 15–20 minutes.
Let it cool completely and strain if needed.
Add optional alcohol-free witch hazel, pour into a spray bottle, and refrigerate.
Tips:
Make sure the tea is plain herbs only — avoid teas that contain essential oils, stevia, peppermint, citrus, or added “natural flavors.”
Tea blends marketed for skin, sleep, or calm often include chamomile and lavender.
If you can’t find calendula, you can use just chamomile and lavender.
This version is a great quick option when you don’t have loose herbs, and it's still gentle and effective for calming itchy or irritated dog skin.
Wrapping Up
This is one of my favorite dual-purpose remedies to keep on hand for minor irritations. The spray gives you a quick "cool and calm" option while the ointment provides a longer-lasting barrier for dry or inflamed skin. Together, they offer great holistic support for skin flare-ups, especially for dogs who are itchy due to environmental triggers, stress, or seasonal allergies.
And yes—nutrition plays a huge role in skin health too. If your dog is constantly dealing with itching or irritated skin, it's time to dig deeper!
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