1. Comfrey infused oil is a Health & Beauty plant based concoction for topical skin care.
2. Comfrey has rejuvinating properties. It is rich in allantoin,  rosmarinic acid, nutrients, vitamins and minerals.
3. Comfrey oil is made by using the plant's dried leaves, stems or the dried root combined with a plant-based carrier oil. Plant based carrie oils are oils derived from vegetables, seeds, nuts, kernels and some fruits .Examples: Olive, Sunflower,Jojoba or Sweet Almond Oil.
4. The dried plant material and the carrier oil are combined in a jar with a lid and left to seep for a period of time.
5. As the concotion sits, all of the Comfrey's healing properties are pulled from the plant and depositing into the carrier oil. (Each different carrier oil has it's own important properties as well.)
6. When the mixture is done seeping it is strained and bottled.
7. The infused carrier oil is used topically as a soothing moisturizer for dry, irretated skin. It can also be masaged into sore, achy muscles to help relieve pain, stiffness or aches in overworked muscles.     

1. No! Comfrey (Symphytum spp.) naturally contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs) PAs are a poison contained in various plants. It is  thought that it is present in plants as a defence from preditors. PAs may cause liver damage, so it should not be consummed internally.
2. The PAs do not absorb into the skin in the same way that they are absorbed when taken internally. Use topically only. Do not use on broken skin. Use short-term: on a schedulehe of so many days on, so many days off.
3. Do not use when trying to get pregnant, pregnant or nursing. Do not use on children, people with liver disease or other chronic illness. (Drugs.com) Consult your physician or veternarian with question before use. Patch test on a small area of skin to check for allergic reaction before widespread use (Humans and Animals).
4. When gifting or selling products containing Comfrey label properly by clearly listing Comfrey an ingredient. Label as Healh and Beauty Skincare product. Not edible.

What You Will Need

1. Dried Comfrey 
2. Plant Based Carrier Oil (ie: olive oil, sweet almond oil)
3. A clean glass jar with a tight-fitting lid
4. Fine mesh kitchen strainer or cheesecloth 
5. A bowl to use during straining process
6. A dark glass bottle for storage

Steps to Make Comfrey Infused Oil

1. Prepare the Comfrey

1. Use Dried Comfrey. (You may dry your own fresh Comfrey or purchase it already dried.) Fresh Comfrey is sometimes used, but it is not advised. The moisture in the plant stands a great chance of turning the concoction rancid, and/or moldy when left to seep. 
2. Chopping (or crumbling) the Dried Comfrey works best because chopping helps to expose the inner parts of the plant's vascular system (The transport system that carries water and all nutrients throughout the plant). Hence, granting greater extraction of nutrients into the oil while seeping. 

2. Fill Your Jar

1. Place the prepared (Chopped or crumbled) Dried Comfrey leaves into the clean glass jar, filling it about halfway to just under three quarters full. This will allow the oil to completely saturate the plant matter and receive the nutrients.
2. Do not overfill with the Dried Comfrey because the dried matter will soak up all of the oil and you will be left with mostly oily plant mater, not the desired oil.

3. Add the Carrier Oil

1. Pour your chosen carrier oil over the comfrey leaves until the jar is full.
2. Make sure the all the leaves are fully submerged .
3. Stir gently to release any air bubbles.

4. Seal and Set Aside (Start Infusion)

1. Close the jar tightly with the lid and place it in a warm, dark spot.
2. Allow the oil to infuse for about 4 to 6 weeks.
3. Gently shake or rotate the jar occasionally (a couple of times a week).

5. Strain the Oil

1. After the infusion period, use a fine mesh kitchen strainer or cheesecloth to separate the oil from the plant matter.
2. Strain over a bowl so that there is no loss of oil while working.
3. When finished squeeze the leaves in a clean cloth over the bowl to extract as much oil as possible from them. (If using a kitchen strainer use a spoon to press the oil from the leaves, through the strainer.)

6. Bottle And Store Your Infused Oil

1. Transfer the strained oil into a clean dark glass bottle (green, brown, amber) to protect it from light. Light  degrade the oil over time, the dark bottle helps protect from light.
2. Seal the bottle tightly and store it in a cool, dark place.
3. Avoid storing the oil to extreme temperatures. Storing it in the refrigerator or in a high heat area can lead the oil to degrade quicker.
4. Try to make in batch sizes that will be used within a few month to help avoid degrading.

7. Label

1. Ensure each bottle is clearly labeled with its contents and purpose to differentiate Health & Beauty oils from cooking oils.

8. How to Use Comfrey Infused Oil

1. You can use your Comfrey Infused Oil on bruises, joint pain, and minor skin irritations like burns with unbroken skin.
2. Apply a few drops as needed, but always perform a patch test first to ensure there’s no allergic reaction.
3. Do not use: when pregnant or trying to get pregnant, nursing, on children, liver disease patients. Consult physician or veteran before use.