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Cleopatra Clean

2007-07-21T15:52:00.000+09:30

Milk products contain alpha-hydroxy acids that gently cleanse and soften skin.
1/4 cup milk, buttermilk, yogurt or sour cream

1. Use your fingertips to “wash” your face with your milk product of choice.
2. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.
3. You can also add milk to your bath for an all-over skin softening experience. And when you’re traveling, take along a packet of powdered milk to use!

Skin Firming mask

2007-07-21T15:50:00.000+09:30

This soothing formula actually tightens enlarged pores and nourishes the skin, leaving your complexion glowingly firm.

The ingredients may surprise you: one of them is a common breakfast food and the other is rich in lactic acid to renew the vitality of your skin. Find out the secret to a firmer, more youthful complexion here:

INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup cooked oatmeal1/4 cup buttermilk

1. Allow cooked oatmeal to cool, then add buttermilk and stir well to combine.
2. Evenly apply mask formula to a clean, damp face.
3. Allow to remain on until dry, about 20 minutes. Rinse well with cool water and pat dry.

Know your skin type

2007-07-21T15:44:00.000+09:30

Before you start any skincare program, it’s important to know your facial skin type. This great little quiz will help you to identify yours. Then we include some helpful skincare treatments that are perfect for your type.

Take the quick quiz and find out your skin type,

1. Does your skin look dull or flaky?
2. Does your skin have a shiny, slippery texture?
3. Does your skin feel itchy and taut?
4. Do you have enlarged or clogged pores, or acne?
5. Does your skin react adversely to cosmetics containing alcohol, synthetics, fragrances, and artificial colors?
6. Does your skin appear consistently plump, moist, and vibrant?
7. Does your forehead, nose, or chin appear oily, while the skin around your cheeks, eyes, and mouth is normal or dry?

If you answered yes to 1 or 3, you have DRY skin.
If you answered yes to 2 or 4, you have OILY skin.
If you answered yes to 5, you have SENSITIVE skin.
If you answered yes to 6, you have NORMAL skin.
If you answered yes to 7, you have COMBINATION skin.

DRY SKIN
Drink lots of fresh water.Use rich formulas containing a balanced combination of oil and water to soothe and hydrate.
OILY SKIN
Your skin will remain younger looking and more supple over time, but for now, you could benefit from periodic aromatic steam treatments and clay masks.
SENSITIVE SKIN
Use gentle, natural, handmade skincare products and treatments, including light steaming with herbs.
NORMAL SKIN
You will benefit from regular cleansing, toning, and moisturizing with handmade skincare products.
COMBINATION SKIN
Assess your skin regularly and use different products on different areas of the face

Herbal Face Lift

2007-07-21T15:41:00.000+09:30

This recipe is too drying for the eye area, so avoid applying it there.

INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup baking soda
1/2 cup orrisroot
/4 cup sea sal
t2 tablespoons dulse (a kind of seaweed; buy it at your local natural foods store)
2 tablespoons kelp (another kind of seaweed; available at your local natural foods store)
1/2 cup distilled water
Several strips of 8” by 8’ torn bed sheets, gauze, or other clean cotton material

To Make:1. Sift together the baking soda, orrisroot, and sea salt into a large bowl.
2. In a spice mill, powder the dulse and kelp and add to dry ingredients.
3. Heat the distilled water to boiling, then pour over the dry ingredients.
4. Stir thoroughly.
To Use:1. Wear a shirt with a fairly low neckline for easy access to your neck and chin.
2. Moisturize the jaw, chin, neck, and cheek area of your face with a light moisturizer or vegetable oil. Dab your face with a cloth to remove any exc3ess oil or moisturizer.
3. Using a wooden spoon, apply the mixture to the jaw, chin, neck, and cheeks.
4. Immediately wrap the sheets or gauze snugly first around the neck, then from the chin around the head several times, to just below the eyes. Next, wrap sheet or gauze up over the top of the head and under the china few times to secure.
5. Relax and be quiet until the mixture and sheets become dry and tight (approx. 30 minutes). No talking--this will stretch the sheets and keep you from getting the results you desire.
6. Rinse your face and neck with the coldest water you can bear. Notice the surprising softening effects on your skin.

Mediterainian Secret

2007-07-21T15:37:00.000+09:30

The surprising, easy formula is particularly good for lightening age spots, resurfacing and refining dry, flaky skin, diminishing fine lines and wrinkles (with continued use), and evening out skin tone.
Natural acids accelerate the removal of the top layer of dead skin cells, revealing fresher, younger skin. The formula only calls for two easy-to-obtain ingredients--and I just had to laugh when I saw one of them, I was so surprised!
Here is the Mediterranean secret:
Lactic acid in yogurt and tartaric acid in chianti wine are the secrets that help Mediterranean women have beautiful skin!

INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup chianti wine1 cup fresh, thick, plain yogurt
1. Whip wine and yogurt together in a medium-sized bowl. Store any unused portion in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

2. Application can be a bit messy, so it’s best to do this standing in the bathtub or shower stall. Rub the mixture gently on the face as well as on rough heels, elbows, and hands. Rest for 5-15 minutes and then rinse off with water that has a splash of chianti added to it. Pat dry. Traditionally, Italian women follow this treatment with a small amount of olive oil rubbed into the skin as a moisturizer.
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Egyptian Hair Removal

2007-07-21T15:34:00.000+09:30

Body sugaring is a method for removing body hair that is a cheap, homemade alternative to waxing (or shaving). The theory behind body sugaring is that the hair is removed by the root, and when it grows back there will be less of it, and it will be softer and not stubbly as it is if a razor had been used.

Body sugaring is done by making a paste of sugar, water, and lemon juice that has been heated to the softball candy stage.
After you have let the paste cool enough so that it won't burn, you spread it on your skin, cover it with cotton strips of cloth, and then rip the cloth off like one does a bandaid. Most find sugaring less painful than waxing.

INGREDIENTS
2 cups sugar 1/4 cup lemon juice ¼ cup water
Equipment: Candy thermometer
Combine the ingredients in a heavy saucepan, and heat on low using a candy thermometer. Watch the mixture very carefully so that it doesn't boil over. Heat the mixture to 250 F on the candy thermometer; this is the hardball candy stage.
Remove from the heat and let cool enough to pour into a jar without breaking or melting the jar. (Note that this jar will be reheated in the future. Make sure it is safe for whatever for of reheating you plan to do -- in the microwave, or in a pan of water. Rip clean cotton fabric in 1" inch strips. Make sure the cotton isn't too coarsely woven.

This next step is very critical: let the mixture cool enough so that it won't burn your skin. Test the mixture on the palm of your hand, knowing that is much tougher than the sensitive skin under your arms.

Using a dull knife or Popsicle stick, spread the cooled sugar onto your skin. Cover with the cloth strips, let set for a few minutes, and then rip off quickly as you would a bandaid.
In the future you can reheat the mixture to a warm and not hot temperature (see above), and reuse. Note that reheating will thicken the paste.

AHA Skin Care

2007-07-21T15:31:00.000+09:30

Alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) skin care products are easy to make at home because they are made of fruit and other ingredients we may have in the frig or kitchen cupboards.

SOLUTION: Fruit acids are great for the skin because they loosen the glue between dead skin cells, and the cells fall away, leaving the face very smooth and soft. You'll be amazed at how easy it is to produce fabulous results for your skin that you would imagine only the most expensive and sophisticated products you could buy could do. Not only that, but AHAs are found in fruit and vegetables you may already have in your kitchen or growing in your garden, so you don?t need to worry about any synthetic chemicals that may cause harm. The famed beauty Cleopatra unknowingly used the benefit of AHAs on her skin when she bathed in milk. Try any of the following fruit acids, but always take care to avoid your eyes. Avoid using these homemade peels if your skin is sunburned, and before going into the sun.

Malic acid: Apples, vinegar, applesauce, cider Lactic acid: Buttermilk, yogurt, powdered skim milk, sour cream, blackberries, tomatoes Tartaric Acid: Grapes, grape juice, wine, cream of tartar Citric Acid: Citrus fruits such as lemons, limes, grapefruit, and orange Glycolic acid: Sugar cane

All you need is about one half a teaspoon of liquid per face cleansing. You can freshly squeeze the juice of one lemon, for example, and refrigerate the leftovers for the rest of the week. Just dab some of the juice onto your fingers and pat on your face. Leave on for 10 minutes or so before rinsing. If you are in a rush, just cut a grape or strawberry in half-whatever you happen to have on hand-and rub it over your skin; let the juice set for a few minutes, and then rinse.

Cucumber Toner

2007-07-21T15:28:00.000+09:30

Cucumbers have the same pH as the skin, and its juice is very softening and emollient. Carrots are rich in vitamin A and minerals that nourish and heal the skin, helping to keep it from aging. The herb spearmint stimulates and cleanses the skin with its antibacterial and antiseptic properties, and chamomile is not only rich in minerals, but helps prevent wrinkles, is moisturizing, and anti-inflammatory. Add a little lemon juice, and you are set.
A good time to make this toner is when the harvest is bountiful. If you don't own a juicer, borrow one to make large batches. You can also make just a week's worth of this toner at a time.

Zazil Toner
1/4 cup cucumber juice 1/8 cup carrot juice 1/2 cup spearmint infusion 1/4 cup chamomile infusion (avoid if you are sensitive to ragweed)1/2 cup lemon juice
Make the cucumber juice and carrot juice. Make strong spearmint and chamomile teas, and let cool. Combine all the ingredients in a glass jar and shake to blend. If you freeze the mixture in ice cube trays, just pop out a cube and rub it over your face, then put the cube in the refrigerator and use the toner over the next few days. Technorati Tags:
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Apple Cider Vinegar remedy

2007-07-21T15:23:00.000+09:30

Now science tells us that it promotes blood circulation in the small blood capillaries that irrigate the skin. It is also antiseptic, combating yeasts, viruses, and bacteria that can cause infection.
Apple cider vinegar is rich in alpha-hydroxy acids, helping to dissolve fatty deposits on the skin’s surface and reducing scaly conditions, promoting a softer, smoother appearance. This miracle fluid also regulates the pH of the skin.
You won’t believe how many ways apple cider vinegar can be used to promote healthier skin and hair! Find out some of the couldn’t-be-simpler ways to put it to work for you, below:

1. Hair rinse: Apple cider vinegar gets rid of residue build-up on hair, leaving it soft and shiny. Mix 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar with 1 quart water and use as a final rinse after shampooing.

2. Stain remover: If your hands are stained from chopping berries, dab some straight apple cider vinegar on the stains and they’ll disappear like magic.

3. Tired, swollen hands or feet: Rub a little apple cider vinegar on tired, sore, or swollen hands or feet and feel the soothing difference.

4. Overnight facial: Get rid of blemishes and make your skin more youthful by patting apple cider vinegar on your face before bed. You’ll have softer, smoother skin in the morning!

5. Sunburn bath: If you’ve been singed by the sun, find soothing relief by adding a cupful of apple cider vinegar to your bath and soaking for 10 minutes.

6. Topical skin burns: apply ice-cold apple cider vinegar to prevent blistering.

7. Lightening age spots: Dab areas with straight apple cider vinegar and leave on overnight.

8. Dandruff fighter: Mix 1 part apple cider vinegar to 3 parts warm water to balance scalp pH and control dandruff. You can also apply undiluted vinegar to the scalp. Allow it to penetrate, then shampoo with a mild shampoo.

Comment Help

2007-06-20T16:12:00.000+09:30

Hi readers,
I'd just like to thank those of you who have taken the time to leave a comment. It is helpful not only to me but also my readers.
My of the recipes on here i am yet to try and it is great to hear from people who have or those with better solutions.
So THANKS again!

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Bloody Blackheads

2007-06-13T14:13:00.000+09:30

Ok, we all get the odd blackhead from time to time but what if your skin type dictates that you will need to fight this regularly? Is your skin oily continously? are you fed up?Blackheads are clogged pores filled with oil deposits and dead skin cells. Blackheads generally appear on a oily skin.
Try these remedies now..
Take one tablespoon black pepper powder and add to it enough curd to make thick paste. Apply on the infected area and let it dry. Wash off after 5-7 minutes. This is an effective cure for blackheads or to get rid of blackheads
An ideal mask that extracts dirt and oil from clogged pores can be made by using orange peel and youghurt. It also opens up the clogged pores that cause acne and blackheads. Take 2 tablespoons of orange peel powder and add 4 tablespoons of yoghurt to make a paste. Apply all over the face, while gently rubbing in circular motion. Wash off with cold water. An excellent way to prevent clogged pores and keep the skin clean and healthy.
Another effective remedies for blackhead is to mix two teaspoons soda bicarbonate with three cups of boiled water. Steam a towel in this and place the towel on face. Repeat this around five to six times a day.
Make a paste by mixing one teaspoon curd and one teaspoon of rice flour. Rub this paste on the area of blackheads and on getting dry, wash it off with cold water.
Just apply toothpaste dry directly on to the problem area then let it stay on for at least 25 minutes. For the pimple...the top will dissapear but remeber to wash your face and hands after the pimple pops. When toothpaste is applied burning might happen but this is normal. The blackhead solution will take 2 weeks for 100% of the blackheads to dissapear.
To rid blackheads, mix cornstarch with vinegar, plaster on the area for 15-30 minutes; wash off with washcloth and warm water.
Clay masks used regularly helps pull out trapped oil and dead skin.
Make solution with one cups of hot water and half a tablespoon of boric powder. It is an good remedy for blackheads. Saturate a face napkin in this hot solution and press on to the skin, repeat it twice. Extract blackheads carefully with a blackhead extractor and sterilized cottonwool. The blackhead extractor you use should be a sterlized one. Now put on astrigent lotion.
Mix groundnut oil with an equal amtount of fresh lime juice and apply on face. leave for 10-15 minutes and wash. It may be applied daily to prevent formation of blackheads and pimples.
Make a paste of ground radish seeds with water and apply it on face to prevent formation of blackheads and pimples.
Beat white part of an egg. Add one teaspoon of honey and with a cotton swab, apply it on face. Keep it around half an hour and then rinse with warm water.
This is also good for blackheads and dark spots.
Mix 5 tea spoon full of sodium bicarbonate with 1 cup of boiled water. Put the mixture on the blackheads.
Make a paste of neem leaves with turmeric powder. Apply on affected area. Wash it off after 20-30 minutes with lukewarm water.
Mix mint juice with turmeric powder and apply on affected area. Leave for 15-20 minutes and wash off with lukewarm water. With continious use acne and Blackheads will disappear like magic without leaving a mark.
Take one tablespoon black pepper powder and add to it enough curd to make a thick paste. Apply on the infected area and let it dry. Wash off after 5-7 minutes. This is an effective cure for blackheads.
Acne Blackheads Treatment using papayaa and cucumber
Take Half cup of mashed papaya, One fourth cup of grated cucumber and five mashed strawberries. Make a mixture and add half cup cornmeal or rice powder and juice of lime. Keep the mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes and then apply it gently on face and neck for another half an hour and then wash it off.
Apply grated potatoes to treat blackheads.
Garlic is also used for the treatment of acne. Rub garlic juice several times on pimple, it might hurt but the pimples will vanish without leaving a scar.

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HEAD LICE HELP!

2007-06-13T14:06:00.000+09:30

Head Lice!! Annoying, disgusting, sometimes painful little creatures that run rampant in our schools and LOVE childrens hair!
Here are some unusual natural remedies for those fed up paying high prices for dangerous chemical versions or so called herbal remedies that do not work.
For head lice problem wash your hair with vinegar. Vinegar will helps in killing all the lice nits in two days.

For head lice use Listerine (original flavor): Another remedy for treating head lice is rubing listerine mouth wash on your head. This will kill all the lice

Massage your head with mayonnaise and comb it after 2 hours. This will kill all the lice and their eggs. Apply a mixture of lemon and butter on your head, wait for 15 seconds and then rinse your head.

Mix talcum powder with 0.2 per cent prethrum dust in it (or add 10 per cent DDT). Sprinkle this powder on the hair before going to bed and rub it vigorously so that it reaches the roots. Cover your mouth, nose and eyes to protect them from the powder.

Cheap conditioner massaged into scalp left to set for 10mins then comb through with lice comb, repeat daily for 3 days and again in one week.

Conditioner mixed with Tea Treee oil apply as above, keep away from eyes.

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Large Pores

2007-06-13T13:56:00.000+09:30

Large pores are caused by an overactive sebaThe subaceous glands are over active. Skin that feels great when you take off for work in the morning but feels greasy by lunch; these are all too familiar scenarios for those of us with oily skin. Oily skin type has over reactive sebaceous glands that make the face shiny, particularly down the central panel-your nose, forehead and chin, also known as the T-zone. The pores of persons with oily skin type are enlarged and prone to blackheads, pimples and Acne problems; thus, oily skin requires has special cleansing needs for keeping pores unclogged and prevent accumulation of dirt on the skin surface

Home remedies for Large Pores

Mix table salt and buttermilk into a paste. Work well into the area where pores tend to be enlarged. Remove with warm water and repeat several times a week until the condition clears up

Crush a cucumber and add a few drops of lemon juice and a teaspoon of rose water. Keep this paste between 2 layers of cloth and apply it on your face. Clean the face after 15-20 minutes.

Mix almond meal with enough water to make a paste. Apply to pores for 20 minutes

Benzoin-cucumber lotion is an even more effective modern adaptation for large pores. Grate and mash (or whir in an electric blender) 1 cucumber. Strain into 1 cup of rose water and stir in 1 tablespoon tincture of benzoin. Refrigerate and apply with a cotton ball after each daily cleansing.

Stir 2 tablespoons dry oatmeal into 1/4 cup buttermilk. Cover and let stand overnight. Strain off the liquid and smooth it over your face. Wait for 20 minutes, rinse off with cool water, rub with an ice cube, and then blot dry. Buttermilk salt is easier to prepare. Make a paste from buttermilk and table salt. Work into enlarged-pore areas and then rinse with warm water. Repeat several times a week

Oatmeal and Honey mask is a gentle way to cleanse and clear pores for the sensitive yet oily skin.
Mix 1/2 cup oatmeal with enough honey to form wet mix and gently rub on face covering all oily spots then leave on for 5 minutes before rinsing in cold water. Gentle enough to use three times a week.

Natural astringents are cold teabags, cucumber, lemon (use in small doses) Tea tree oil to name a few choose and use as a regular toner.

Dry skin and acne

2007-06-09T12:39:00.000+09:30

I just found this very interesting article which states that adult acne may not be simply from oily skin but the exact opposite dehydrated skin!

To read more about this check it out here and let me know what you think.

Scrubs

2007-06-08T10:20:00.000+09:30

Scruba Dub Dub!

Scrubs are a fun way to re-energize your skin. They are easy to make, smell devine and are useful for many differant skin conditions.
Winter, Summer, Spring or Autumn there's one to suit all skin types, all seasons all problems.
Try one now.
Granular exfoliant options:
Salt: You can use sea salt, kosher salt, epsom salts or just plain old table salt. I like to use table salt because it is cheaper and smaller grains mean you don't have to grind it yourself. Larger chunks of salt have irregular edges and are too scratchy for the skin so if you decide to use a larger salt be sure to grind it in a blender, food processor or coffee mill. All salts will have detoxifying and muscle-relaxing properties. The problem with salt is it will sting if you have any minor cuts or scratches you are not aware of. For this reason, never use a salt scrub after shaving, it will not feel nice! Also, in general the act of shaving is exfoliating (removing dead skin cells) so if you exfoliate before you shave you will get a closer shave and cut down on skin irritation. Also, the oil from the scrub can be used instead of shaving cream and will lubricate the blades of your razor. If you do not have sensitive skin you can use a sugar scrub after shaving if you want to keep the oil on your skin and skip moisturizer.
Sugar: You can use brown sugar, white (granulated) sugar or natural cane sugar. White sugar is probably the cheapest but will work the same as natural cane sugar. Brown sugar is gentler and has a warmer, yummier fragrance. Sugar scrubs in general are gentler than salt scrubs and don't really have muscle-relaxing qualities but the act of scrubbing in a circular motion does increase circulation. Coffee: The information I obtained about coffee as a topical scrub surprised me. Coffee is granular and feels nice on the skin but the caffeine has added benefits. Applied topically coffee helps to redistribute fat cells and decrease the formation of cellulite. It also acts as a vasorestrictor, tightening and shrinking blood vessels thereby helping eliminate varicose veins. It has been used for years in spas in Hawaii and on the coast of Bali.
Others: Oatmeal is very gentle and won't aggressively exfoliate but it is great if you have dry, itchy skin. Flax seed is also very lubricating for dry skin. Crushed almonds are very exfoliating as well but may be too much for sensitive skin. Yogurt and milk contain lactic acid which will dissolve skin cells and act as a non-granular exfoliant.
Moisturizing Options:Once you pick your grain of choice you are ready to add in your oil. You will add enough oil to turn your grains into the perfect slushy mixture. Not too oily but not too dry, either. The mixture may separate in between uses so be sure to stir gently before you apply it. You can use many kinds of oil, including jojoba oil, safflower oil, apricot kernel oil, grapeseed oil, even olive or vegetable oil. I would not recommend mineral oil (baby oil) because this will not penetrate into the skin like the other oils will. Mineral oil is pore-clogging and once it evaporates your skin may be left looking dryer than before you used it. Once you massage the mixture into your skin and rinse, the grains will be gone and the oil will make your skin soft and hydrated. If you don't like the feel of oil on your skin you can dip a loofah (one on a stick will work be the most convenient) into the oil then into your grain mixture. (you will have already put your fragrance and/or herbs or flowers into the grains) This will impart only a minimal amount of oil onto your skin but still be effective. If your skin is dry or itchy, avocado is very soothing and moisturizing and can be applied alone, mashed into a paste or added to your scrub. Save the pit for a natural massage tool to soothe achey or tense muscles.
Fragrance Options:Your fragrance options are pretty much unlimited. You can use essential (aromatherapy) oils for an added emotional benefit or your favorite perfume oil. Perfume oils are too irritating for the face but are fine for the body. Possible oils:
Vanilla: Great especially in the coffee or brown sugar scrub.Orange, lime, tangerine or lemon:

For an uplifting effect.Rosemary, eucalyptus or peppermint:

For clearing out the sinuses and stimulating the body Cinnamon or clove:

For improving circulation and adding a spicy kick to your scrub.Rose, jasmine or ylang-ylang:
for a romantic floral scrub.Geranium:
For balancing your mood.Lavender:
For promoting relaxation.You can mix and match and create your own personal favorite blend!

Herb and flower options:Adding herbs and flowers to your scrub will make it look more attractive, add additional exfoliation and can have other benefits as well.
For example:
Shredded ginger will aid exfoliation. Linden flower is great for soothing frayed nerves.Comfrey is good for those with minor skin irritations.Yarrow is a rnusle-soothing Chinese herb.Lemon peel helps alleviate lethargy.Orange peel or St. John's Wort helps ease minor depression. Lavender flowers will help promote relaxation. Ginseng will help energize and increase circulation.
Other Add-Ins:
Bentonite or kaolin (Cosmetic-grade) clay will help detoxify and purify the skin as will seaweed. Honey will add moisture and shredded soap will add eliminate the need for using additional soap either before or after your scrub. Baking soda will add a pleasant fizziness and help clarify the skin.
Saving Money:
Scrubs can be pretty costly. Usually scrubs come in nice glass or plastic jars which add greatly to the price. You can find your own decorative jars and definitely if you have a scrub in a nice jar at home just rinse it and reuse it with your own exfoliating concoction!

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More Pimple Help

2007-05-28T12:35:00.000+09:30

Blackhead Wash
16 ounces powdered oatmeal
8 ounces powdered almond meal
4 ounces powdered orrisroot
1 ounce powdered castile soap
Use 1 tablespoon of this mixture with a little hot water to make a paste. Rub gently into the affected area. Rinse with cold water.

Blemish Remedy
1 part rose water1 part witch hazel
Mix and chill mixture in the refrigerator. Apply to blemishes with a clean cotton ball. The witch hazel soaks up oil to speed healing. The rose water softens the skin.

Basil Acne Remedy
2 to 3 teaspoons dried basil leaves
1 cup boiling water
Steep basil leaves in water for 10 to 20 minutes. Cool, then apply to face with a white cotton ball.

More Bubble Bath

2007-05-28T11:59:00.000+09:30

Cherry Bubbles recipe
1/2 cup unscented shampoo12 drops cherry fragrance oil2 drops red food coloring1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup water

Mix together the shampoo and water in a jar. Add the salt and stir again until the mixture thickens up. Add the cherry oil and the red food coloring and stir the mixture thoroughly once more. Bottle the mixture until ready to use in your bath.

Bubbles Galore recipe
1/2 cup detergent1 cup Epsom salt4 or 5 drops glycerinFew drops food coloringFew drops aromatherapy oil

Mix well to assure even distribution of color and fragrance. Add all at once to bath water

Mineral Bubbles recipe

4 tablespoons shampoo2 cups mineral waterFew drops lemon or orange extract

Mix shampoo and extract or favorite perfume. Add mineral water and beat mixture with an eggbeater. Add under running warm bath water.

Irish oatmeal bath
1/2 cups quick cooking oats 1/2 cup Target Liquid Soap 1/2 cup filtered water 1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon rain-type fragrance oilDash of a woodsy fragrance oil

In a food processor or blender, grind the oatmeal to a fine powder.
Mix the liquid soap and water. Add the oatmeal and fragrance oils and stir well. Add salt in 1/4 teaspoon increments if you want it thicker, it won't get really thick, so be careful not to use too much salt. Bottle.
Use 2 tablespoons under running water.

Violet Bubble Bath recipe
1 quart warm water1 bar castile soap, grated 2 ounces coconut oil 1 ounce glycerin 3 drops violet perfume or 2 drops violet floral oil

Ultimate Bubble Bath recipe
1 cup Soft Soap1/2 cup purchased shampoo or dishwashing liquid 2 tablespoons glycerinFew drops essential oil or your favorite perfume

Combine the ingredients and store the liquid in a pretty container near the tub. Pour 1 to 2 tablespoons under rapidly running water to release bubbles.

Heavenly Honey help

2007-05-28T11:54:00.000+09:30

Rose Oil & Honey Facial Mask
Rejuvenate and replenish your skin. Sweet almond oil, which is light and easily absorbed, softens and nourishes skin. Honey as natural humectant, moisturizes, leaving even tired skin incredibly smooth.
Ingredients
2Tbsp. honey
2Tbsp. sweet almond oil
5drops essential oil of rose
1drop vitamin E oil

Mix honey, sweet almond oil and essential oil of rose.
Massage onto clean face and neck with fingertips. Relax for 15 minutes, then rinse off with lukewarm water. Gently pat dry to reveal a fresh, soft complexion.

Rosemary Honey Hair Conditioner
The extremes of heat and cold we endure throughout winter can make even the greatest of hair look and feel like straw. This nourishing conditioner blends honey for shine; olive oil for moisture and essential oil of rosemary to stimulate hair growth.
Ingredients
1/2cup honey
1/4cup warmed olive oil (2 Tbsp. for normal to oily hair)
4drops essential oil of rosemary
1 Tsp. xanthum gum (available in health food stores)

Place all the ingredients in a small bowl and mix thoroughly. Pour into a clean plastic bottle with a tight fitting stopper or lid.
Apply a small amount at a time to slightly dampened hair. Massage scalp and work mixture through hair until completely coated. Cover hair with a warm towel (towel can be heated in a microwave or dryer) or shower cap; leave on to nourish and condition for 30 minutes. Remove towel or shower cap; shampoo lightly and rinse with cool water. Dry as normal and enjoy shinier, softer and healthier hair the natural way.

Gentle Honey Cleanser
This cleanser is simple and effective. The soap gently cleans, the glycerin prevents drying and the honey not only softens the skin, but its antimicrobial properties can help ward off breakouts. A touch of honey is all you need for healthy, glowing skin.
Ingredients
1/4cup honey
1Tbsp. liquid soap
1/2cup glycerin

Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl until they are fully blended. Pour into a clean plastic bottle.Pour onto clean face sponge or soft cloth and gently rub onto face, wash away with warm water and pat face dry.
Enjoy fresh radiant skin.

Lavender-Honey MilkBath
Ingredients
3Tbsp. dried lavender flowers*
1-1/2cups whole milk, cream or combination
1/3cup honey

Process lavender flowers in a blender until they become a powder, turning off theblender and scraping down the sides as necessary. Whisk together lavender powder, milk and honey in a glass bowl, then pour into a jar. Before each use, shake the jar and pour half of the mixture into the bath. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Makes enough for 2 baths.
*Dried lavender flowers can be found in the spice section of gourmet andspecialty stores.

Cucumber-Honey Toner
Ingredients
1medium cucumber, peeled and cut into pieces
2tsp. honey

Puree cucumber in a blender. Line a sieve with cheesecloth and set the sieve over a glass bowl or measuring cup. Pour the cucumber puree through the sieve and let it stand for 15 minutes for the juices to drip into the bowl. Pour the clear juice into a clean bottle and add honey.
To use, shake the bottle and saturate a cotton pad with the lotion. Sweep over face, neck and chest morning and night, and let it air dry (about 3 to 4 minutes). Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Makes about 1/2 cup.

Honey-Almond Scrub
Ingredients
8whole unblanched almonds
2Tbsp. rolled oats, uncooked
1Tbsp. honey
2tsp. yogurt, sour cream or lightly beaten egg white

Process almonds and oats in a blender until they are finely ground. In a small bowl, mix ground almonds and oats, honey and yogurt until blended. Pat scrub on face and neck; leave it on for up to 10 minutes for extra softening. Wet your hands and massage gently to exfoliate. Rinse off. Makes enough for 1 scrub.

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PMS oil blend

2007-05-24T11:20:00.001+09:30

PMS Oil Blend Recipe

For use when cramping during PMS

Ingredients:
10 drops geranium
15 drops lavender
5 drops German chamomile
3 drops cypress
4 oz almond oil

Instructions:
Mix well and store in a bottle or jar. Apply to abdomen as needed.

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Room Scent

2007-05-24T11:08:00.000+09:30

Room Spray
A room spray is a excellent way to purifying the atmosphere.
Add 250 ml of water to a plant spray and add 10 drops of your chosen oil blend. Shake the bottle well and spray the room.
You can even spray carpets and curtains. Do not spray on to polished surfaces. Sprays may also be used to relieve irritation and pain as in chicken pox, shingles, burns and infectious skin diseases.

Gel Air Fresheners Recipe
Ingredients:1 packet Knox gelatin3/4 c. water1/4 c. Vodka1 tsp essential oil Instructions:Dissolve the gelatin in boiling water. Allow to cool to room temp. then add vodka, coloring, and scent. Pour in a decorative jar and refrigerate until set.

Why treat yourself?

2007-05-19T19:02:00.000+09:30

You may be wondering why you should treat yourself? Why do you deserve to be spoiled? What's so special about you?
I believe everyone needs spoiling whether that be a busy mum, daughter, son, father or pop :-)
We all need nurturing and when we give ourselves this time out or a treat we are setting ourselves up for a healthier happier life for not only ourselves but for those around us as it is impossible to continually be giving, giving, giving of ourselves; before you know it there is little left to give except maybe a tired and grumpy self who has no energy for fun, for hugs or for your partner.
Women are particularly guilty of this and often find it hard to accept that they do deserve nurturing, pampering or just time alone.
If you allow yourself this time you will become a much more open, caring and happy individual as you will have renewed your spirit therefore there is more to give.

Why not set aside time this week for a purely indulgent bath, try some of the free recipes on this site and allow yourself to unwind. To indulge your senses and be at peace within your self. Envisage a more relaxed you, a calmer, happier self smiling and enjoying life. You are deserving and there is no reason why you cannot spoil yourself or let others spoil you. Revel in it and know it is deserved.

Natural baby Care

2007-05-19T17:12:00.000+09:30

Olive oil can be used on baby's dry skin. It's been known to help diaper rash as well.

Use 100% pure cornstarch instead of perfumed baby powders. It's better for baby's lungs and skin, and easier on your wallet as well.

Baby Wipes
Mix 1/4 cup of baby or olive oil with 2 cups of water and 1/4 cup baby shampoo. Cut a roll of paper towels in half. Remove the cardboard center. Place it in an old baby wipes container and pour the oil/soap mixture over the wipes. Use like regular wipes.

Oatmeal bath for kids.
Grind 1 cup of plain oatmeal in a food processor or coffee grinder until it turns into a powder. Add it to running water and stir with your hand to get the oatmeal powder to dissolve in the bath water. Relives itching due to chicken pox, poison oak, diaper rash etc. Also good for dry skin.

Diaper Rash Cream
Combine 1 tsp mineral oil with 1 tsp cornstarch until it forms a paste. Add 2 tsp zinc oxide ointment and 2 tsp antibiotic ointment.
Hand Sanitizer1/4 cup aloe vera gel 1/4 cup grain alcohol 10 drops fragrance oil1 drop food coloring
Combine ingredients and shake. Store in a spray pump bottle

Kids Hair Detangler
Add a small amount of conditioner to water and pour it into a spray bottle

Tooth Paste
1 cup baking soda1/3 cup salt3 teaspoons glycerinPeppermint oil to taste (or any other flavor).
Combine baking soda and salt. Add the glycerin and mix well. Add a few drops of peppermint oil. For fun, you can add a few drops of food coloring.

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Tooth Care

2007-05-19T17:03:00.000+09:30

Tooth care is important for your whole health not just your mouth. many shelf bought mouthwash remedies are distasteful so why not make your own.
For shiny whites add some Bi Carb Soda to your brush and wash away the stains. Over time you will have beautiful white teeth. Beats the store bought whiteners everytime.

Mint and Rosemary Mouthwash
2 1/2 cups distilled or mineral water1 tsp fresh mint leaves1tsp rosemary leaves1 tsp anise seeds
Bring the water to a boil. Add herbs and seeds, infuse for 20 minutes. Cool, strain and use as a gargle/mouthwash.

Spearmint Mouthwash
6 ounces water2 ounces vodka4 teaspoons liquid glycerine1 teaspoon aloe vera gel10-15 drops Spearmint essential oil
Boil water and vodka, add glycerine and aloe vera gel. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly. Add spearmint oil, and mix well. Pour into bottle, cap tightly.

Minty Toothpaste
Ingredients:6 teaspoons baking soda 1/3 teaspoon salt 4 teaspoons glycerin 15 drops peppermint Directions:Mix thoroughly. Should be a tooth paste consistency. For flavor you can add a few drops of peppermint or wintergreen. Store in a container. You'll be surprised with how fresh your mouth feels.

Super Cleanser
Ingredients:Hydrogen peroxide (a few drops) Baking soda Directions:Make a paste by combining the two ingredients. Use this paste on your teeth and also gently rub along your gums two times a week.

Toothpaste Recipe
Ingredients:1/4 tsp peppermint oil 1/4 tsp spearmint 1/4 cup arrowroot 1/4 cup powdered orrisroot 1/4 cup water 1 tsp ground sage Directions: Mix all dry ingredients in a bowl. Add water until paste is desired thickness / consistency. Store at room temperature in a tightly covered jar. Substitute 1/2 tsp each of oil of cinnamon and oil of cloves for peppermint/spearmint if desired.

Old Fashioned Tooth Powder
2 Tbsp dried lemon or orange rind1/4 cup baking soda2 Tsp saltPlace rinds in food processor, grind until peel becomes a fine powder. Add baking soda and salt then process a few seconds more until you have a fine powder. Store in an airtight tin or jar. Dip moistened toothbrush into mixture, brush as usual.

Loretta's Toothpaste
1 Tsp baking soda, 1/4 Tsp hydrogen peroxide1 drop oil of peppermintMix to make a paste, dip toothbrush into mixture, brush as usual.

Basic Toothpaste
1 Tsp of the Old Fashioned Tooth Powder1/4 Tsp Hydrogen peroxideMix into a paste and brush as usual.
Strawberry Tooth Cleanser
1 Tsp of the above Old Fashioned Tooth Powder1 Tbsp crushed ripe strawberriesMix strawberries and powder into a paste and brush as usual.

Vanilla & Rose Geranium Toothpaste
1/2 ounce powdered chalk3 ounces powdered orris root4 teaspoons of tincture of vanilla15 drops oil of rose geraniumHoney, enough to make a pasteCombine all ingredients and mix until you have a paste the consistency you like. Store in an airtight container. Use a clean stick (popsicle) to scoop paste onto brush. Store the stick in same container.

Ben Franklin's Toothpaste
Honey Ground charcoal Mix into a paste and rub on teeth for whiteness.
Lemon Clove Tooth Cleanser
Mix:Small amount of finely powdered sage1 ounce of finely powdered myrrh1 pound powdered arrow root3 ounces powdered orris root20 drops oil of lemon10 drops oil of cloves12 drops oil of bergamotRub oils into the powdered ingredients until thoroughly mixed

Simple toothpaste mixture
Bicarbonate of soda Salt Water Glycerine Peppermint oil Mix 3 parts bicarbonate of soda with one part salt. Add 3 tsp of glycerine for every 1/4 cup of this mixture, then add enough water to make a thick paste. Add a few drops of peppermint oil for better taste

Fruit teeth cleaners
1.Rub a lemon rind on your teeth to remove brown stains. Rinse your mouth thoroughly afterward.2.Clean your teeth with a fresh strawberry. Rub it over and between your teeth.

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Excellent Exfoliators

2007-05-19T16:49:00.000+09:30

Exfoliators are important for removing dead skin cells and unclogging pores to allow the skin to breath, renew itself and remain blemish free. Unclogged pores are also better able to absorb any topical treatments and moisturisers without leaving the product sitting on top of the skin to collect dirt and grime.

Natural Exfoliant
You will need: 1 tablespoon of barley powder ½ lime juice 1 tablespoon honey
Procedure: Mix 1 table spoon of barley with ½ teaspoon of lime. Mix thoroughly and add 1 tablespoon of honey. Mix it well until it appears creamy. Apply the mixture on the face and neck and leave it for about 20 minutes. Rinse face and neck with lukewarm water. Repeat this process daily and achieve a good result.

Oatmeal & Yogurt
Mix one small tub of yogurt with 3 tblspn of oatmeat.
Take a small amount into your fingertips and start rubbing in a circular motion on face. Leave on for 5 minutes then rinse off with warm water.
Store the rest in the fridge covered for 2 days. Use daily until product is used up. This is a very gentle exfoliator.

Bi Carb & Honey scrub
This is to be used sparingly as Bi Carb can be extremely drying. Use only on oily skin or ruddy, bumpy skin needing a lift.

1tblspn Bi Carb Soda
2 Tblspns Honey

Mix togeather and rub in circular motions on a wet face. Taking care on inflamed areas and DO NOT put near the eyes!
Rinse off in warm water and moisturise immediately. Use once a week on very oily skin for 1 month then have a break.

Avacado & Egg
Take one avacado scoop out insides into a bowl. Add 1 full egg and mash. Apply to a damp face and leave on for 10 minutes.
Rinse well.

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DRY SKIN HELP

2007-05-19T16:41:00.000+09:30

Dry skin sufferes unite! Try one or all of these fab recipes until you find the one that's perfect for you.

Banana Magic!
This recipe is for supple skin as well as maintaining the skin's natural glow. Banana is also wonderful as an anti-wrinkle treatment.
You will need: Ripe Banana
Procedure:
Mash 1/4 banana until very creamy. Spread all over your face and leave for 15-20 minutes before rinsing off with warm water followed by a dash of cold water. Then gently pat dry.

Chamomile Cleansing Milk
1/4 cup cream1/4 cup milk2 Tbsp chamomile flowers, fresh or dried
Heat all ingredients in top of a double boiler for about 30 minutes, do not allow milk to boil. Turn off heat and let sit for about 2 hours, strain. Pour into a bottle and refrigerate. Keeps for 2 weeks

Honey Milk
Materials: Honey Milk
Procedure: In a piece of container mix honey and milk. Stir until it became creamy. Apply into face and leave it for about 15 minutes. Wash off with lukewarm water.

This recipe will moisturize dry skin.
Honey Lemon
Materials: Honey Lemon Vegetable Oil
Procedure: Extract the lemon juice in a piece of container. Then add honey and vegetable oil. Apply on the face and leave this mask for about 10 minutes and wash face with lukewarm water

Dry skin healing paste
You will need: Egg yolk Olive oil Lemon juice
Procedure: Make a creamy paste with egg yolk, olive oil and lemon juice by mixing all these ingredients together. Mix well and apply it on neck and face. Leave the mixture for 10 minutes and wash with water. Repeat this remedy as often as needed.

Honey & Oats facial cream
This is good in maintening the radiance of healthy glowing skin.
Materials: Oats Honey Yogurt Ground Almonds
Procedure: Get a piece of bowl to mix oats and honey together. Sprinkle more oats enough to thicken the texture of the honey. Add yogurt and ground almonds and continue to stir until creamy. Gently apply it to the face and wait for 5 minutes. Wash face with lukewarm water.

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ACNE

2007-05-19T16:34:00.000+09:30

Acne treatment is as varied as the causes of Acne so be sure to try these out on a small hidden area first for your own safety. If at any time you feel stinging or discomfort wash off immediately with warm water.

Acne Tonic with Basil
2 to 3 teaspoons dried basil leaves1 C. boiling waterSteep basil leaves in water for 10 to 20 minutes. Cool, then apply to face with a white cotton ball.Blackhead Remover Mask 1/2 cup fuller's earth 1 tsp. tincture of benzoin distilled witch hazel
Combine all ingredients and stir thoroughly. Apply the mask to your skin. Let mask dry and harden - about 30-40 minutes. Soak a small hand towel in warm water and lay it across your face.
When the mask starts to soften up, gently rub it with the towel in a circular motion. Rinse with plenty of warm water.

Egg White Mask
This is simple and quite frugal. There have been many instances of people reporting excellent results from trying it.

All you need to do is separate the yolk from the egg whites. Then whip the egg whites until it is nice and frothy. Apply it to your clean face (using clean hands). Leave on for approximately 20 minutes and wash off with warm water.

The result? Tightening of the skin, clearing of red spots.
Possible side effects? If you’re allergic to eggs, of course, avoid this one.

Egg Yolk Mask
Egg Yolks contain Vitamin A which is good for scarring. To attempt this method of acne treatment, whip up an egg yolk, apply it to your skin for 20 minutes. Wash off.

Baking Soda Mask
This is so easy to make and can work wonders if your skin likes it. (Remember, not every cause of acne is the same, so you need to try different remedies and masks until you find the ones that work for you.)
All you need are two ingredients. Baking Soda (NOT baking powder) and water.
Mix a little together in your hands after washing your face with a mild cleanser and apply gently to your skin. Once you've coated your face with the baking soda and water mix, let it sit while you do other things around the house, or relax and read a book.
Rinse the baking soda film off your face and feel how soft and clear it feels. If your skin enjoys this recipe, and your acne improves, then you may try it several times a week to help clear your acne.

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Oily Skin Cleansers

2007-05-19T16:26:00.000+09:30

Lets face it we don't all have perfect skin!
So here are a few recipes to help you on your way to that glowing from within beauty you've always wanted.

Cleansers

Oily Skin

Buttermilk and Fennel Cleansing Milk

1/2 cup buttermilk2 Tbsp crushed fennel seeds
Heat the milk and fennel seeds in top of double boiler for 30 minutes. Turn off the heat and let the mixture steep for 2 hours. Strain, cool, pour into bottle and refrigerate. Keeps for 2 weeks.
Cucumber Cleanser

Materials: Cucumber Juice Milk
Procedure: Extract juice from the cucumber by using a juicer. Get a small amount of juice and mix with milk enough to clean your face. Dub a little amount of the mix using a clean cotton balls and gently wipe your face. Then wash your face with lukewarm water.
This will remove stubborn dirt from below the skins surface.

Lemon & Grape Cleanser

Best for oily skin. Lemon used as a natural cleanser, grapes will soften the skin and egg whites will tighten it.
Materials: Grapes Lemon Egg whites
Procedure: Squeeze the grapes extract into a bowl. Slice the lemon and extract the juice in the same bowl. Add egg white and mix them well. Apply into the face and leave it for 20 minutes. Don’t be alarmed if you feel a little tingles in your skin, because of the egg whites. Rinse face with warm water.

Carrot Toner

This recipe for uneven skin tones due to blemishes and pigmentation.
You will need: Carrots
Procedure: Make a carrot juice by extracting the juice using a juicer. Apply on face’s blemishes and pigmentation. Use this daily to achieve clear and well-toned skin.

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00oo0o0o BuBBle BaTh o0oo0o00

2007-03-20T12:55:00.000+10:30

Bubble bubble toil and trouble...

Here are some fab buBBle Bath recipes to try.

1/2 cup unscented shampoo
3/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon table salt
15 drops of fragrance or essential oil.
we chose CHERRY, YUM!

Pour shampoo into a bowl and add water.
Stir gently until well mixed.
Add salt, Stir until mixture thickens.
Add fragrance and place in a decorative bottle.

Done.. Simple Hey?

For something differant mix a few fragrances.
Good one to try are.
Rose, Jasmine,
Apple, Nutmeg
Lavender, Patchouli
Eucalyptus, Spearmint, Peppermint (For colds)
Orange, Grapefruit, Lemon
Jasmine, Rose, Vanilla, Ylang Ylang (Aphrodisiac)
Plus many more.

Here's another great BuBBle Bath recipe.

1 quart distilled water
1 Bar castille soap
4 ounzes liquid Glycerin.
Add fragrances.

Mix all ingredients togeather except the fragrance. Once thoroughly mixed add fragrance, mix and bottle.

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Foaming Vanilla Honey Bath

2007-03-20T11:53:00.000+10:30

Ingredients:

1 cup sweet almond oil, light olive or sesame oil may be substituted
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup liquid soap
1 Tablespoon vanilla extract

Directions:

Measure the oil into a medium bowl, then carefully stir in remaining ingredients until mixture is fully blended. Pour into a clean plastic bottle with a tight-fitting stopper or lid. Shake gently before using. Enough for four large luxurious baths.

Swirl desired amount into the bathtub under running water - then step in and descend into a warm, silky escape.

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Why make your own?

2007-03-11T18:35:00.000+10:30

Health, Happiness, Price, Security, Fun, Sharing, Comforting need i go on?

The most important reason these days to create your own beauty products from home is the non existence of harmful chemicals.
These chemical are common to normal in the majority of beauty and skincare products. It is cheaper to manufacture a chemical based preservative for instance than an organic one.
Chemicals such as SLS and SLE'S otherwise known as Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and Sodium Laureth Sulfate can cause anything from skin irritation, burning and exzema to depression, laboured breathing, diarrehea, eye damage, severe skin irritation, corrosion and even death.
Now how your body reacts specifically to these chemicals will vary widely but is it really worth the risk?

When you consider it has been proven Sls and Sle's can be known to cause malformation orf the eye in children and considering the most common place these harsh chemicals are found are shampoo and conditioner???? Why risk it! That's all i can say.

There are many more harmful chemicals used within the beauty industry, not easy to detect the good from the bad on the side of a bottle so make your own for your own security.

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Mask Indulgence

2006-11-14T08:56:00.000+10:30

Honey Mask for Toning and Cleansing (good for all skin types)

3 TBS of liquid honey
1 drop Rose essential oil
2 drops Lavender essential oil
1 drop Lemon essential oil

Combine all ingredients and apply mixture evenly on face and neck. Leave it on for at least 7 minutes and rinse with warm water. Pat dry, and apply the following "toning and cleansing" aromatic blend, prepared in advance in a 10-ml bottle filled with vegetable oil:
1 drop Rose essential oil
3 drops Geranium essential oil

Clay Mask for Deep Cleansing (good for oily complexions, use once a week for one month)

3TBS of either green, white or pink clay green clay offers a deeper cleansing
white and pink clays are both good for sensitive and dry skin
2 drops Rosemary essential oil
2 drops Lemon essential oil

Combine all ingredients and apply mixture evenly on face and neck. Leave it on for at least 7 minutes and rinse with warm water. Pat dry, and apply the following "deep cleansing" aromatic blend, prepared in advance in a 10-ml bottle filled with vegetable oil:
2 drops Lavender essential oil
2 drops Geranium essential oil

Aloe Vera Mask for Healing and Soothing (great for sensitive and dry skin, especially after sun bathing)

3 TBS pure and certified organic Aloe Vera juice
1 drop Helycrisum essential oil
1 drop Rose essential oil

Combine all ingredients and apply mixture evenly on face and neck. Leave it on for at least 7 minutes and rinse with warm water. Pat dry, and apply the following "healing and soothing" aromatic blend, prepared in advance in a 10-ml bottle filled with vegetable oil:
1 drop Neroli essential oil
3 drops Lavender essential oil

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Lemon and Geranium Moisturiser

2006-10-09T13:35:00.001+09:30

Lemon and Geranium Moisturiser

APPLICATIONS
This oil-blocking moisturiser is perfect for oily skins.

INGREDIENTS
2g xanthan gum powder
100ml purified or floral water
1 tsp glycerine
5 drops lemon essential oil
2 drops geranium essential oil
2 drops juniper essential oil

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Heat the water to 35 degrees
2. Add the gum, whisking the mixture to avoid lumps
3. Strain the mixture to ensure smoothness
4. Add the remaining ingredients, mixing thoroughly
5. Store in a clean container

PRECAUTION
Avoid geranium during pregnancy
Do not use lemon before exposure to the sun
Juniper oil should not be used during pregnancy

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Cleanse and Tone

2006-10-09T13:28:00.000+09:30

Facial Cleanser

APPLICATIONS

Removes makeup, dirt, and grease from the surface of the skin. This facial cleanser can be used on all skin types such as oily skin, dry skin and even sensitive skin.

INGREDIENTS

1 tablespoon cosmetic clay
1 tablespoon powdered oats
2 tablespoons whole milk
1 drop lavender essential oil

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
2. Apply over face and neck and gently massage using upward, sweeping motion. Afterwards, rinse and apply toner and moisturizing cream.

Lemon Toner
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
grated zest of one lemon
1 cup distilled water (any water should do)
2/3 cup witch hazel

Application

Shake well before use, apply with cotton balls until face is clean.
Keeps one month.

Honey Toner

APPLICATIONS

This healing toner is perfect for oily and blemished skins types.

INGREDIENTS
1 tsp honey
100ml purified water
1 tsp apple cider vinegar (balances the skin's Ph)
2 drops bergamot essential oil

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Mix the honey and warm water
2. Add the bergamot to the vinegar, then to the honey
3. Store in a clean container in the fridge

PRECAUTION
1. Do not use bergamot before exposure to the sun

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(-: FUNNY FEET :-)

2006-09-17T13:35:00.000+09:30

TREAT YOUR FEET with these fab recipes!

Ballerina's Overnight Foot Cream
6 oz shea butter
3 oz. wheat germ oil
1 oz. rosehip seed oil
1 oz. jojoba oil
1 oz. macadamia nut oil
1/2 oz of penonip
4 oz of emulsifying wax N
16 oz. distilled water
1/2 oz distilled water
1/8 tspn Marjoram essential oil
1/4 teaspoon Bulgarian lavender essential oil

Melt oils and until they are just liquid; add Uniphen or Phenonip.
Combine e-wax with water and melt slowly in microwave (or in a double boiler over very low heat).Do not allow water to boil. Add silk protein.
Drizzle oils into water mix while agitating with a stick blender or regular blender. Add nutrients. Stir again. Pour into waiting sterile containers. This mix will be free-flowing to pour. It thickens upon cooling.

Cooling foot spray
Refresh and energize your feet and legs!

12 oz. distilled water
1/2 oz vegatable Glycerin
1/2 tspn potassium sorbate
2 oz polysorbate
1/2 tspn jasmine oli fragrance oil
1/4 teaspoon Vanilla Bean fragrance oil
1/2 tspn valencia orange 5-fold oil

Pour essential oils and polysorbate 20 into a 16 oz bottle. Swirl gently. In a separate bottle, add potassium sorbate to distilled water and glycerin and agitate. Pour water mix into oils mix.Cap with a mist sprayer. Shake well.
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Hair Help

2006-09-17T13:20:00.000+09:30

Sometimes our hair needs a little help to look it's best.
Stress, environment, air conditioning, smoking and diet can all have an effect on our hair yet it is usually the last to get any special treatment.
Having healthy hair not only make you look great but feel great also so why not try the recipes below and give your hair a break!

Banana Hair Mask
1 banana
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
Mash ingredients until creamy. Apply to hair, cover head with plastic wrap, let sit for 15-30 minutes - in the sun if possible.
Rinse completely and shampoo as usual.

Dry Hair Infusion

To assist in nourishing dry hair.

10 g Comfrey Leaf Cut
10 g Elder Flowers Rubbed
10 g Sage Rubbed Leaf
1 litre Water

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place water in a saucepan and bring to the boil.
2. Put herbs into the water, cover and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and cool for 1 to 2 hours, then strain.
4. Use the liquid infusion to rinse through your hair.
5. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 week.

PRECAUTIONS
1. Do not use the infusion while it is still hot as this will scald and burn the scalp.

Luxury Hot Hair Oil

To bring shine, moisture and protection to the hair and scalp.

INGREDIENTS
25 ml Jojoba Oil
25 ml Almond Oil
20 ml Castor Oil
20 ml Olive Oil
5 ml Wheatgerm Oil
5 ml Evening Primrose Oil

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Measure, combine and gently heat oils using the double boiler method. 2.Once warmed apply to dry hair and comb through.
3. Massage excess oil into the scalp.
4. Wrap hair in a towel for 15-20 minutes.
5. Wash hair with shampoo and towel dry.

PRECAUTIONS
1. Do not heat oils too hot as they will burn the scalp.

The Natural Way

2006-08-26T12:32:00.000+09:30

Don't you think there are enough chemicals in thr food we eat, the shampoo and skincare we use, our clothing, our carpets, furniture, air we breath and the world we live in?

I think enough is enough!

I'd rather feed my children organically grown tomatoes than hydroponically grown, chemical induced any day. They not only taste better but are better having much higher quantities of minerals and vitamins than the man made mass produced, stored on the shelves too long type you buy from the supermarket.

Why do we need to have everything NOW! rather than wait and enjoy the process it takes to achieve these quality products?

I do not understand.
Have we really lost the wonder of life? Big questions i know but ones i wish more people would think about. What exactly are we teaching our children these days? What are we leaving them with a planet devoid of vegetation; a heart devoid of pleasure?

I think if we not only teach our kids but also ourselves to enjoy the nature we are provided with but to actually relish it, to love it, thrive with it and embrace the processes and journey as such that it requires to grow a truly natural tomatoe for instance or to create from scratch a beautiful hand lotion or healthy cleaning product we will all be healthier for it and happy also.

Something as simple as making a face mask from home grown produce or whipping up a beautiful scented room spray can be so rewarding and so unique in todays market place. We can spoil loved ones with the pleasure of nature, save our resources and indulge in a much higher quality product. Reduse the packaging or reuse and we are benefitting thousands of people by our actions and truly living in the here and now.

Surely you have heard about the effects of growth hormones in chicken and the side effects created by particular medications but have you ever stopped to think just how dangerous the chemicals are in for instance your shampoo? SLS or Sodium Leureth Sulfate among other chemicals can cause serious damage to sensitives skin so used over the long term what else is it doing? What does it do to normal skin? Itchy dry scalp, dandruff, irritation, hair loss etc these are just some of the known symtoms of irritation caused by these chemicals yet rather than find a healthier alternative we buy them for convenience.

Happiness comes from living a genuine life so why not start by genuinely caring about what we put into and onto our bodies.
Why not try some home made recipes for cleaning products as well as beauty and skincare needs.
There are many sites with recipes and ideas along with places for purchasing goods.

Help save the planet by saving yourself first.
For Great FREE Recipes click here!
Organic Materials here
Healthy Products here

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Gotta Love Masks

2006-08-18T17:23:00.000+09:30

I LOVE masks!

If you've ever tried them you know their benefits, if not your missing out big time!

Try one of these below

Fruit Crush Mask

APPLICATIONS
This gentle cleansing mask purifies oily and blemished skins.

INGREDIENTS
1. 1 tbsp pineapple
2. 1 tbsp paw paw
3. 2 tbsp kaolin

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Mash the pineapple and paw paw, draining the juice
2. Add the kaolin, mixing into a smooth paste
3. Apply to a clean face

PRECAUTION
1. When making a clay mask, use glass, porcelain or stainless steel utensils.

Moisturising Avocado Mask

APPLICATIONS
This mask softens dry and mature skins.

INGREDIENTS
1. Half of a ripe avocado
2. 0.5 tsp avocado oil
3. 2 tbsp thickened cream

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Mix into a smooth paste
2. Apply to a damp face

Avocado and Honey Face Pack

1 ripe avocado

2 tablespoons plain yogurt

1 1/2 teaspoons lemon jiuce

1 teaspoon clear honey

Mash all ingredients in a medium bowl. Chill for 30 minutes, slather over face, let sit for 10 minutes. Splash off with cool water. This is a nice one.

'Fruit Salad'

Give your face a nourishing fruit fix with this delicious mask that purifies, tones, soothes and freshens. Suitable for all skin types.

450g
australian pink clay
50g
australian crystal-ion 120
500mL
grapefruit infused water
10mL
papaya fruit extract
10mL
apple fruit extract
10mL
kiwi fruit extract
5mL
lemon essential oil

how to

prep time:
5 minutes
cooking requirement:
no
makes:
approx. 750g (3 x 250g jars)

step 1
In a clean bowl, mix the clays and other dry ingredients together.
step 2
Create a well and mix through the extracts and/or vitamins
step 3
Gradually add the hydrosol/infused water, mix to desired paste-like consistency

Application

Apply a liberal amount of clay mask to the face, neck and décolletage area. Avoid the delicate eye zone. Leave on for 10-15 minutes. Rinse with warm water.

tips on making clay masks

tip 1
Select a clay or combination of clays to suit your skin type.
tip 2
Adding Australian crystal-ion will give a creamier texture to your mask, and enhance the drawing action of the clay. Plus it will assist with easier removal of the mask once it has dried. Add at up to 50/50 with you chosen clay.
tip 3
Using hydrosol or infused water instead of purified water will enhance the therapeutic benefits of the mask. Choose one to match your skin type.

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SEXY SCRUBS

2006-08-15T20:29:00.000+09:30

I think there is nothing nicer than the feeling of baby smooth skin against your sheets after a good body scrub in the shower so here are some devine recipes for scrubs.

Energize, Refresh and Renew Your Spirit with this Aromatic Mineral Salt Scrub

Indulge your senses with an invigorating mineral salt body scrub that will leave your skin smooth, nourished and deliciously fragrant. You'll also enjoy a refreshing energy boost each time you use this all-natural and home made blend.
What you will need

1 10-oz Wide Mouthed Jar
1 Package Epsom Salt
9 oz of Jojoba Oil
10-ml of Energy Boost Essential Oils Blend
15 drops of Lemon Essential Oil
9 drops of Rosemary Essential Oil
15 drops of Orange Essential Oil

In a 10-ml bottle, add the essential oils from the Energy Boost blend and fill with organic vegetable oil.
Combine the remaining ingredients in the wide mouthed jar, and add the entire 10-ml bottle of the Energy Boost aromatic blend. Mix well.
While taking a warm, relaxing shower, scoop out a handful of the mineral salt scrub and massage it thoroughly over your entire body. Rinse well.
Enjoy your new healthy glow and energetic attitude!

Avocado and Lime Body Scrub

2. APPLICATIONS
This smoothing scrub can be applied to most skin types during bath.
3. INGREDIENTS
1. 4 tbsp sugar
2. 2 tsp poppy seeds
3. 2 tbsp avocado oil
4. 20 drops lime essential oil
4. INSTRUCTIONS
1. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly
2. Store in a clean container
5. PRECAUTION
1. Cold Pressed Lime essential oil is phototoxic. Users should avoid direct sunlight after application.

Citrus and Juniper Body Scrub

2. APPLICATIONS
This smoothing scrub is great for oily skin. Apply during bath.
3. INGREDIENTS
1. 6 tbsp purified water
2. 2 tbsp green clay
3. 2 tbsp kaolin
4. 2 tbsp semolina
5. Half tbsp honey
6. Half tbsp glycerine
7. 20 drops juniper berry essential oil
8. 30 drops grapefruit essential oil
9. 20 drops citrus seed extract
4. INSTRUCTIONS
1. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly
2. Store in a clean container
5. PRECAUTION
1. Juniper oil should not be used during pregnancy
2. Grapefruit oil may cause some photosensitization.

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Elderly & Aromatherapy

2006-08-10T16:50:00.000+09:30

Aromatherapy is a wonderful healing aid for the elderly.

Many assisted living programs use aromatherapy in the treatment and care of clients for various problems such as sleeplessness, depression, behaviour management, weight loss prevention, memory stimulation, pain management, restorative programming and quality of life.

For more information on this please read this article published in providor magazine, written by Karen Wood president of Essentics and organisation run by health professionals in geriatrics.

Many of our recipes can be used on the elderly and for the elderly though care should be taken in regards to the strength of essential oils used.

Oils, Salts, scrubs and creams are great as gifts as well as for indulging oneself and provide something special, fun and useful for the elderly to do. Why not give it a try at your nursing home or assisted living village?

Ingredients are easy to find many are found at the local supermarket and essential oils are easy to come by.

Be sure to always by the best oils not imitations and wherever possible buy organic oils.

Here are two of my preferred suppliers in Australia though a quick search in Google will provide many more.

www.seoc.com.au

www.newdirections.com.au

Please feel free to copy or print any of our recipes for future use and be sure to visit regularly for daily updates and recipes.

Stay posted for our ebook coming soon!

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Blissful Bath Oils!

2006-08-10T16:31:00.000+09:30

Blooming Bath Oil

This simple recipe uses polysorbate 20, to create a well dispersed bath oil. Leaves skin with a clean, nourished feeling.

Sweet Almond oil 45 g
Apricot Kernal oil 20 g
Macadamia Nut oil 15 g
Wheat Germ oil 5 g
Polysorbate 20 15 g
Rosemary oleoresin 0.1 g
Essential oils or fragrance to taste

Mix the ingredients and bottle. If you use corks be sure to drive them all the way into the bottle and wax them in place to avoid leakage during shipping.

Bath Oil
Ingredients:
2 ounces carrier oil such as sweet almond
20 drops lavender or 15-20 drops of your own blend of essential oils (be sure they are EOs that do not provide skin sensitization)

Basic Oil Bath Use 1-2 oz. of plain carrier per bathAdd oil to bathwater prior to immersion. Some good choices are coconut, olive, sesame or jojoba oil.

Basic Bath Oil Blend This is a well-balanced oil blend for most skin types. It is nourishing and soothing and it is not too heavy or light. It provides an excellent base for the Aromatherapy Bath Oils that follow. This oil blend may also be used directly on the skin.

INGREDIENTS1 1/2 oz. olive oil 3 oz. almond oil 1 oz. sesame oil 1 oz. canola oil 1/2 oz. wheat germ oil
Pour oils in a jar, cap with a tight fitting lid and shake well. Add 1 oz. oil per bath. Makes 7 oz.
Basic Aromatherapy Bath Oil You can create a wide assortment of aromatherapy oils for the bath by adding essential oils to the Basic Bath Oil Blend just described, or to any other carrier oil of your choice. These oils can also be used for massage. Use 1-2 teaspoons of Aromatherapy Bath Oil per bath. Note that the concentrated essential oils make the carrier oil stronger, so less oil is needed for the bath.

INGREDIENTS15-30 drops essential oil of choice 1 oz. Basic Bath Oil Blend or other carrier oil of choice
Fill small-mouth jar with carrier oil, leaving 1/8 inch of space at the top. Add the essential oils drop by drop, cap the jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake well. Use 1-2 teaspoons of oil per bath.

Directions: Blend the oils together and store in an amber or cobalt glass bottle. Do not use all 2 ounces of bath oil in one bath. After you have drawn your bathwater, add about 1/4 ounce (7-8ml) of the bath oil blend to your bath water. If you intend to use this bath oil with children, ensure that the oils that you have selected are safe for administration to children and use a smaller amount of the blend in the child's bathwater.
Mix well to ensure that the blend has dispersed well in the tub and hop on in. It's best to add the bath oil just before getting in the tub instead of while the water is running so that the oils don't evaporate before you get into the tub. Using this bath oil blend is safer than adding pure EOs directly to the bath water. This is because the EOs can settle in one spot on your skin and cause irritation.

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! ADHD and Aromatherapy !

2006-08-09T10:32:00.000+09:30

Hello readers; Today i would like to talk about the use of Aromatherapy on children with ADHD or ADD.

My personal involvement with this issue is a neice with ADD and a best friends son with ADHD.
I have watched these children be medicated for some time now with varying degrees of success. Given that this is a very big problem in society today i am a little adverse to believing a pill will solve all. I understand this is sometimes the only way to cope with these kids but i worry what it is doing to them and what effects will be felt in say 10 - 20yrs time.

I have been using Aromatherapy for some time now and have discovered the success of this alternative type therapy being used in the case of ADD & ADHD sufferers. Please read this excerpt from an article i discovered.

Aromatherapy can produce dramatic results in children with ADHD and ADD. For example, when the effectiveness of Ritalin begins to wear off, a child may experience positive results from treating their condition with a synergistic blend of essential oils. Using a blend of age appropriate amounts of Lavender, Chamomile, Sandalwood, and Rose can encourage calmness, balance, grounding, dispel anger and promote self-love. Behavioral changes can include an increased ability to take direction and significantly decreased aggression. A child can become focussed, happy, relaxed, open, approachable and loving. With success like this, it may be possible to consider taking the child off his medication or reducing his dosage. Also, with parental support, a child can learn can apply the blend themselves.

to read more follow this link. Article
Feel free to leave your thoughts.

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Bath Milks

2006-08-07T16:57:00.000+09:30

Milk Bath

In a pot heat:2 liters of full cream milk and about 1/2 to 1 jar of honey.Heat until honey dissolves...(don't Over heat.) If you want you can add some orange or rose water, fresh rose petals, jasmine oil....well whatever you want from the perfume world.
****NOTE: Add the orange/rose water, oils, and rose petals AFTER you
heat the milk/honey mixture....otherwise the potency of the scent willbe diminished from evaporation.
****Pour that "milkshake" into the tub, fill with water and then enjoy
this Cleopatra treat for about 15 minutes.
Smooth skin is guaranteed.

Marigold & Fennel Milk Bath

Fennel acts as a stimulant, while marigold offers healing qualities. Milk is an excellent skin softener and conditioner.
Muslin material
8 T. whole milk powder
4 oz. dried fennel seeds
2 oz. dried marigold flowers
ribbon
Cut out a 10 inch diameter circle of muslin.
(Dinner plates make great templates) In a bowl, mix together the seeds, milk powder, and marigold flowers.Place a large handful of the mixture into the center of the muslin circle. Gather up the edges to form a pouch and tie tightly with ribbon. Toss into hot bath and allow to steep about 10 minutes before entering.

Fields of Gold Milk Bath

4 cups powdered milk

1 cup boiled water

1/2 cup dried chamomile or 5 chamomile tea bags

Steep chamomile in water for 20 minutes. Strain liquid. Mix liquid with milk and add to bath water. Especially nice after a long day.

Bath Powder Recipe

1/2 cup cornstarch
2 Tablespoon arrowroot powder
2 Tablespoon baking soda
A few drops of essential oils of your preference
PREPARATION:
Combine ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Let stand a few days and then sift through a flour sifter. Pour into a powder shaker/container.
NOTE:
The above quantities are provided as a guideline. Basically, you want to use equal parts of baking soda and cornstarch, adding about 20 drops of fragrance oil for each cup of the mixture. Combine dry ingredients in a bowl and mix together until thoroughly blended. If you're making large batches, you might want to cover your nose/mouth so you don't breath in too much of the powder. Then, if desired, add fragrance oil and stir until thoroughly blended.
If you're using cornstarch, you'll probably want to sift it through a screen, to break up clumps and fluff it up. Push the mixture of oil/cornstarch through the screen and mix with the rest of the cornstarch powder. You may need to repeat the filtering process a few times.
Let the whole mixture sit in a sealed jar overnight. This allows the scent to permeate the whole batch. Be sure to let dry before packaging.

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Bath Salts

2006-08-05T21:35:00.000+09:30

Basic bath salts

1 cup Epsom salts
10-20 drops fragrance oil
1 cup sea salt
10 drops food coloring

Place the salts in a large bowl and mix well. Scoop out about 1/2 cup into a small bowl.
Add the fragrance oil and food coloring to the salts in the small bowl and mix well.
Add the blended mixture to the large bowl a little at a time until you are pleased with the color strength.
Pour your salts in a glass jar with a tight fitting lid. Shake every day for one week before packaging.

To Use: Draw a warm bath and add 1/4 cup of the fragrant salts to the running water. Hop in and relax, inhaling deeply to experience the soothing qualities of aromatherapy.

Makes six to eight uses.

Bath salts with Borax

Equal Parts of: seasalts, Epsom salts, borax, baking sodaGlycerinColor (food coloring or any other colorant)Scent

Mix first four ingredients thoroughly.
You can mix it with your hands and then add 1 tsp. of glycerine per 1 lb. of mix (approx.).
Rub this between your hands to mix and then add color (as much or little as you'd like).
Then add a little scent - start out with a little at a time and then add more if you wish.
Rub this all between your hands to mix.
Use about a half cup in your bath.

Fruity Bath Salts
1/2-Cup Rock Salt
20Drops each Apple and Orange Fragrance Oil
1 Drop each Red, Green, Yellow and Blue colouring

Separate salt into two bowls.
Add 10 drops of each fragrance oil to each bowl.
Separate the apple salt into two bowls and color one red and one green. Stirring color and fragrance thru the salt.
Separate the orange scented salt into two bowls and color one yellow and one blue.
Stir until well blended. You can put the salt in lidded containers and shake well (but not too hard) to distribute the color and fragrance. Spread the salt out on wax paper and allow to dry completely.
Layer in a glass jar. More fragrances can be used if desired (for ex. use 4 instead of just 2).

Midnight Wishes Bath Salts

3/4 c. epsom salts
1/4 c. sea salts
1/4 c. baking soda
5 drops patchouli oil
4 drops lavender oil
3 drops vanilla fragrance oil
2 drops cedarwood oil

Mix all ingredients and stir until blended.
Use about 1/4 cup in a your bath

Lazy Lavender Salts

1 c. rock salt or sea salt
1/2 c. Epsom salt
2 T. baking soda
10 drops lavender oil
color

Blend all except baking soda. Blend soda after other ingredients are mixed. You can also add 1/2 tsp. of glycerin at this point to make the salts sparkle.
Use 1/4 c. to 1/2 c. Per bath.

These are just some of the many, many differant recipes i have for bath salts; eventually they will be available in my ebook along with hundreds of other recipes.

Indulge until next time!

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Bath Yummies

2006-08-05T21:20:00.001+09:30

Here are some yummy bath goodies to try

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Foaming Vanilla Honey Bath
1 cup oil
/2 cup honey
1/2 cup liquid soap
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

Mix together all the ingredients and pour into a clean bottle
with a tight fitting stopper or lid.

Attach to the Jar:
Foaming Vanilla Honey Bath
To use, shake before using. Pour 1/4 cup into the bath under
running water. Yields 16 ounces - enough for 8 baths.

Lemon Drop Bath

2 drops essential oil of lemon
2 drops essential oil of grapefruit

Add essential oils to a tub full of warm water and mix well.

Bath Cookies

2 cups finely grained sea salt
1/2 cup baking soda
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 Tablespoons light oil
1 teaspoon Vitamin E oil
2 eggs
5-6 drops EO of your choice--preferably chamomile

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

Mix together the ingredients.
Take a teaspoon of the dough and roll it gently into a ball.
Continue doing this with all the dough until it's gone and place on an ungreased cookie sheet.
Bake the cookie for about 10 minutes or until they are lightly browned. Let cool completely.

Store in a decorative tin.

To use: drop 1 or 2 cookies in bath water
Bedtime Bath Jelly
1/2 cup water
1 envelope unflavored gelatine (like knox)
1/2 cup liquid soap
6 drops lavender essential oil
Food coloring 2d red + 1d blue= violet(optional)

Heat the water until boiling and dissolve the gelatine in it.

Remove from heat, Stir gently and blend in 1/2 cup liquid soap, do not whip the mixture or it could become foamy.

Pour the mixture into a mason jar.Put in the refrigerator to gel(solidify).

To use, place a small amount of jelly under running bath water.

Crystal Rain Bubble Bath

8 oz. unscented liquid soap
2 oz. distilled water
7 drops bergamot oil
5 drops lime oil
3 drops vanilla fragrance oil
2 drops gardenia fragrance oil

Mix all together and pour into a container

ENJOY!

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2006-08-05T21:20:00.000+09:30

Here are some yummy bath goodies to try

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Lemon Drop Bath

2 drops essential oil of lemon
2 drops essential oil of grapefruit

Add essential oils to a tub full of warm water and mix well.

Bath Cookies

Crystal Rain Bubble Bath

8 oz. unscented liquid soap
2 oz. distilled water
7 drops bergamot oil
5 drops lime oil
3 drops vanilla fragrance oil
2 drops gardenia fragrance oil

Mix all together and pour into a container

ENJOY!

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Some related links

2006-08-05T21:15:00.000+09:30

Ok these links are related to relaxing from Yoga to playing with your dog. They have useful tips on getting out there and just enjoying yourself. I believe this is a very important part of human health and no matter how many recipes you try, products you buy; it will do no good if you are not happy and relaxed.
So check them out today then come back for a few great recipes to treat yourself!

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2006-08-04T16:25:00.000+09:30

Heavily scented products can sometimes be irritating due to the use of synthetic fragrances and included chemicals.

This need not be so.

By using essential oils you will not only have a much stronger and more accurate smell, you will also reap the associated health benefits of these oils.
You should always use organic oils where possible and buy only from a reputable supplier.

I will start with a list of essential oils suitable for use on infants. Please remember they are NEVER to be ingested! and should always be diluted down when using on sensitive skin and infants.

What oils safe to use on infants?

From the moment they are born, infants can benefit from essential oils. However, due to their sensitive little body systems, you must be careful with the essential oils that you use with infants.
Generally speaking, you want to dilute essential oils used on infants more than you would for the same product on children or adults.

To treat very dry skin for infants put 2 drops of Lavender, 2 drops of Chamomile, and 1 drop of Geranium into 1 ounce of a base lotion.

For children you could increase Lavender to 6, Chamomile to 4, and Geranium to 2.

For adults, the dry skin blend would contain 10 drops Lavender, 7 drops of Chamomile, and 4 drops of Geranium.

The following oils are safe to use with newborns: Chamomile Roman, Chamomile German, Geranium, Yarrow, and Dill.

From 2 months old on, you can also use Mandarin, Eucalyptus, Coriander, and Neroli. After 6 months you can add Palma Rosa, Calendula, Grapefruit, Ginger, and Tea Tree.

Please be safe with your oils and keep them out of reach of children and diluted when using.Consult your doctor prior to use especially if your infant has any health concerns.

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Heavily Scented WELCOME!

2006-08-04T13:01:00.000+09:30

Hello everyone!
Welcome to Heavenly Scented a blog dedicated to scented products and their various uses.
I will be posting recipes you can make at home for heavily scented products that are natural, aromatherapy based and any or all variation on this.

I want everyone to be able to experience the luxury of resort style products in their own home at a much lower cost.

Why pay big dollars for body products when you can create them yourself?
Why pay for packaging?
Here at Heavenly Scented you can create anything from scrubs, moisturisers, lotions, shower gels and powders to soaps, candles and treats.
So why not indulge yourself?