| Herbal astringent 1 cup distilled water 1/2 cup Vodka or "golden grain" alcohol 1/4 cup of your fave herbs- Peppermint and Spearmint are revitalizing & refreshing; while lavender is calming and relaxing. Try Sage, Lemon Balm, Rosemary, etc. or combinations. Cut in small pieces or add 1/4 cup of Witch Hazel. Mix all the ingredients and place in jar w/ a tight fitting lid. Shake once a day for 2 weeks. Then, strain and pour into a clean spray bottle. Make a label and add a ribbon and a flower for decoration, and your gift is ready! Cucumber astringent 1 peeled and mashed cucumber 3 tablespoons rose-water 2 tablespoons eau-de-cologne 1 tablespoon glycerin Mash the cucumber. Add rose-water, eau-de-cologne, and glycerin and mix well. Strain before use. Refrigerate Astringent 1 You will need: 1/2 thinly sliced lemon 1/2 thinly sliced orange 3/4 cup ethanol alcohol Combine lemon, orange, and alcohol in a blender and mix until fruits are pulverized. Strain liquid into a jar using a small strainer or cheesecloth. Tightens your pores, refreshes your skin, and helps remove oils from skin. Will keep 6 months refrigerated. Yield, 3/4 cup. Astringent 2 You will need: 3 tsp lemon extract Juice of one lime 1/2 cup rubbing alcohol Combine ingredients in a small bowl. Transfer to a jar and shake well. Store in the refrigerator. Tightens your pores, refreshes your skin, and helps remove oils from skin. Chamomile Astringent You will need: 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint (or 2 tbsp dried) 2 tbsp dried chamomile flowers, crushed 4 cups water Combine ingredients in a small saucepan. Boil for 10 minutes, then remove from heat and allow to steep for 5 minutes. Strain liquid into a jar, cover and refrigerate. Will keep 2 weeks refrigerated. Apply w/ cotton balls to skin. Especially good for very oily skin. |