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Ok this page is just for the tips and recipes I have recieved from a newsletter I subscribe to. the following recipe or recipes are the ones I thought where of the most interesting.Use the following link for a newsletter to recieve more recipes like these. Go to this site FreePerfumesamples And subscribe for the newsletter. |
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Vanilla Bath Ingedients 1 cup sunflower oil 1/2 cup castile soap 1 Tbsp real vanilla extract 1/4 cup honey Blend all ingredients together. Shake well before using. use 1/4 cup per bath QUICK BATH CRYSTALS 1c sea salt 1c baking soda 15 drops essential oil Mix all together and pour into jars LIQUID SOAP FOR OILY SKIN 3oz unscented liquid soap or shower gel 6 drops bergamot 3 drops bergamot 3 drops cedarwood 3 drops patchouli Add oils to soap and shake well. Cedarwood and patchouli essential oils are naturally astringent and are a fragrant addition to the bath or shower. Cedarwood is not recommended for use by pregnant women. Sandalwood may be used as a substitute APRICOT-ORANGE LIP GLOSS 1 tsp beeswax 1 tsp apricot kernel oil 1 tsp calendula oil 3-4 drops of essential oil of orange Beet juice ( if desired for color) Melt beeswax in top of double boiler. Add apricot kernel and calendula oils, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, add beet juice if desired, for color. When partially cooled, add oil of orange. Store in jar. Transfer a small portion to a purse sized container for use when away from home. Smoothing Skin Lotion 1 tsp. honey 1 tsp. vegtable oil 1/4 tsp lemon juice Mix all ingredients well then rub into hands, elbows, heels and anywhereelse that feels dry.Rinse off with water. |
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Shower Gel Base and Gel Shampoo Base provide the basis for the
following recipes. Makes 8 ounces 3/4 cup distilled water 1/4 cup shampoo concentrate { or substitute with 1/2 cup unscented shampoo and increase salt to 1 teaspoon} 1/2 teaspoon table salt Warm the water add the shampoo concentrate, stirring until well blended. Add the fragrance oil, and stir with a wire whisk until the mixture becomes a smooth, thick liquid. Pour into a bottle and close. { A plastic squeeze bottle will work best for this gel shampoo} HOMEMADE HAIRSPRAY 1 lemon 2 C water Chop up the lemon, add to the water in a double boiler, simmer until reduced by half. Strain through cheesecloth. Add 1/2 C of water to thin if necessary. Should be made fresh every few days and kept in the fridge. The lemon hair spray can be preserved with bay rum and an orange can be substituted for the lemon. Fresh Fruit Masque Here is a masque for any skin type. Whirl up a papaya with 1 tsp honey and lemon juice in blender. Apply and then wash off after 20 mins Remember you should always follow up with a toner after using a masque! Toner Apply with a cotton ball and allow to dry! It will help to tighten pores at least temporarily and bring your face back to it's normal pH balance. So, mix equal parts of apple cider vinegar and water and you are done! |