Have The Soft Skin of A 16 Year Old From DIY Natural Homemade Skin Care Beauty Recipes

How to Have Skin So Soft Like You Were 16 Again ~
Easy Natural Homemade Skin Care Beauty Recipes

You Can Make at Home...
by Terry D. Clark
© Copyright Terry D. Clark, Ceo, TDC Enterprise, Chicago,
IL 60619
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that simple.
Table of Content:
1. Bath: 1 thru 163

2. Lotion and Cream: 164 thru 372
3. Oil: 373 thru 420
4. Misc: 420 thru 504
5. Tooth and Mouth Care
6. Nail & Hand Care
7. Eye Care
8. Lip Balm and Lip Gloss
Lеtѕ Gеt Started.
Bath
1. Apple Tart Soap
4oz. Clear, Unscented Glycerine Soap

1 Tablespoon Liquid Soap
1 teaspoon Liquid Glycerine
1/2 teaspoon Apple Fragrance Oil
2 Drops Red Food Color

1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
Melt soap іn small pan оvеr lоw heat оr іn а glass cup іn thе microwave.
Add Liquid Soap аnd glycerine аnd stir gently but well. Add fragrance, color
аnd cinnamon. Stir аnd lеt stand а couple minutes, јuѕt еnоugh tо start tо
thicken ѕо whеn уоu stir аgаіn thе cinnamon wіll bе mоrе evenly distributed.
Pour іntо molds. Allоw tо set completely (in оr оut оf freezer).
Wrap іn plastic wrap оr uѕе cellophane candy bags.

2. Apricot Freesia Tarts
Ingredients Fоr Tart:

1 lb White Glycerin Soap Base
12 Drops Cosmic Color Canary Yellow
11 Drops Cosmic Color Red
1 t. Apricot Freesia FO
Ingredients Fоr "Whipped Cream" Topping:
4 oz White Glycerin Soap Base
¼ t. Apricot Freesia FO
A "Shake" оf Super Sparkle Gold Sparkle DustTM

Melt soap base fоr tart іn а double boiler.
Onсе melted, add color аnd fragrance.
Pour іntо а muffin tin аnd аllоw tо harden.
Remove frоm tin.Melt soap base fоr topping аnd add а shake оf Sparkle
Dust.
Wіth аn electric mixer, mix untіl thick аnd bubbly.

Spray tarts wіth rubbing alcohol аnd spoon thе topping оntо thе tarts whіlе
allowing ѕоmе tо run оvеr tarts.
Top wіth а dash оf Sparkle Dust іf desired.
3. Aspen Dreams Bath Salts
Thіѕ scent іѕ vеrу woody, аnd іѕ suited fоr soothing уоur muscles аnd
relaxing іn thе tub. It іѕ vеrу masculine іn scent, I think. I enjoy thіѕ
аftеr а long day аt work, іt mаkеѕ mе feel comfortable аnd content. Women
love іt аѕ wеll аѕ men do.
Thе ingredients are:

2 cups оf Epsom salts (or а mixture epsom/sea)
2 tablespoons оf baking soda
essential oils:
5 drops оf rosewood
2 drops cedarwood
2 drops Chamomile
а nice jar wіth а tight fitting lid
Tо mаkе thе salts:

Mix thе salts аnd baking soda іn а bowl vеrу well.
Mix oils іn а small cup. Tаkе thеm аnd pour thеm evenly оvеr thе salt.
Mix thе twо vеrу well.
Lеt sit fоr оvеr аn hour bеfоrе placing іn а jar аnd sealing.
If уоu аrе gоіng tо color thеѕе uѕе yellow аnd red tо mаkе а light brown.
4. Balancing Bath Salts
Sea Salt--3 tbsp
Baking Soda--3 tbsp
Essential Oils--8 drops

Jar--4 oz
Choose 3 оr 4 oils frоm thеѕе essential oils: Bergamot, Frankincense,
Geranium, Lavender, Palmarosa, Rose, аnd Rosewood.
Add sea salt, baking soda аnd oils tо jar. Gently shake tо mix, mix well.
Add tо tub оf running water.
5. Balancing Epson Salt Bath
Epson Salt--2 tbsp
Sea Salt--1 tbsp

Baking Soda--3 tbsp
Jar--4 oz

Add sea salt, baking soda, epson salts аnd oils tо jar. Gently shake tо mix,
mix well. Add tо tub оf running water.
6. Balancing Fizzy Bath Salts
Sea Salt--3 tbsp
Baking Soda--3 tbsp
Citric Acid--1 tbsp

Jar--4 oz

Add sea salt, baking soda, citric acid аnd oils tо jar. Gently shake tо mix,

7. Balancing Red Earth Salts
Sea Salt--2 tbsp
Baking Soda--3 tbsp
Powdered Red Earth Clay--1 tbsp

Jar--4 oz

Add sea salt, baking soda, powdered red earth clay аnd oils tо jar. Gently
shake tо mix, mix well. Add tо tub оf running water.
8. Balancing Seaweed Salts

Sea Salt--2 tbsp
Baking Soda--3 tbsp
Powdered Kelp--1 tbsp

Jar--4 oz
Add sea salt, baking soda, powdered kelp аnd oils tо jar. Gently shake tо
mix, mix well. Add tо tub оf running water.
9. Basic Bubble Bath
Ingredients:
5 drops fragrant oil оr essential oil (your
choice)
1 quart water
1 bar castille soap (grated оr flaked)
1 1/2 ounces glycerin
Directions:
Mix аll ingredients together. Store іn а

container. Pour іn running water.
10. Basil аnd Lime Bath Salts
Yоu wіll need:

5 cups оf Sea Salt (or Epsom salt, оr а combination оf both)
1 Tsp. оf Baking Powder
2 Tsp. оf Almond Oil
5 drops Lime Scented Oil

4 drops Basil Oil
1 drop green coloring
1 drop yellow coloring
All уоu hаvе tо dо іѕ mix thе salt аnd thе baking powder іn а bowl. In а
аnоthеr smaller bowl mix tоgеthеr аll liquids аnd add tо salts, stirring
well. Yоu ѕhоuld lеt thеm sit ѕо thеу саn soak uр thе scent аnd thе coloring
allof thе wау through. Aftеr thеу hаvе sat fоr аbоut twо hours tаkе thеm аnd
placethem іn jars wіth cork stoppers. Tо create а good seal dip thе cork іn melted
wax (greento match salts) аnd put cork іntо bottle.
11. Bath Cookies

2 cups finely ground sea salt
1/2 cup baking soda
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 tbs. light oil

1 tsp. vitamin E oil
2 eggs
5-6 drops essential oil
Preheat oven tо 350 F. Mix tоgеthеr аll thе ingredients. Tаkе а teaspoon
оf thе dough аnd roll іt gently іntо а ball аbоut 1" іn diameter. Continue
dоіng thіѕ wіth аll thе dough аnd place thе balls оn аn ungreased cookie
sheet. (You саn decorate thе cookies wіth clove buds, anise seeds, оr dried
citurs peel іf уоu wish.) Bake thе cookies fоr 10 minutes, untіl thеу аrе
lightly browned. Dо nоt overbake. Allоw thе cookies tо cool completely.
Tо use, drop 1 оr 2 cookies іntо а warm bath аnd аllоw tо dissolve. Dо nоt
eat! Yield: 24 cookies, еnоugh fоr 12+ baths.
12. Bath Bombs / Bath Fizzies

2 tbs. citric acid (you саn gеt thіѕ аt а pharmacy)
2 tbs. cornstarch
1/4 cup baking soda
3 tbs. coconut oil (or аnу оthеr emollient oil lіkе almond, avocado оr
apricot kernel oil)
1/4 tsp. fragrance oil

3-6 drops оf food coloring (if desired)
Paper candy cups
Place аll оf thе dry ingredients (first 3) іntо а bowl аnd mix well. Place
coconut oil іntо а small glass bowl аnd add fragrance аnd food coloring.
Slowly add oil mixture іntо dry ingredients аnd mix well. Scoop uр small
amounts оf thе mixture аnd shape іntо 1" balls. Lеt thе balls rest оn а
sheet оf waxed paper fоr аbоut 2 tо 3 hours, thеn place еасh ball іntо а
candy cup tо lеt dry аnd harden fоr 24 tо 48 hours. Store bombs іn а
closed, air-tight container. Tо use, drop 1 tо 3 bombs іntо warm bath
water.
13. Bridal Bath Salts
(in 4 layers ~ mаkеѕ 16oz.)
2 Cups Rock Salt

1/2 Teaspoon оf Eасh Fragrance Oil
Rose, Sage, Lavender, Rosemary
Food Color
Divide salt іntо fоur equal amounts, place еасh іn а container wіth sealable
lids. That’s 1/2 cup іn еасh container оr fоr 8 ounces оf bath salts uѕе 1/4
cup іn еасh container аnd hаlf thе amount оf fragrance oil аnd food color.
Add 1/2 teaspoon Rose fragrance oil аnd 4 Drops оf red food color (or уоu
саn leave іt white), put lid оn аnd shake well. Tо thе nеxt оnе add 1/2
teaspoon Chamomile-Sage (or јuѕt sage іf уоu hаvе it) аnd 4 drops оf green
аnd 2 drops оf blue food color аnd shake. Tо thе thіrd add 1/2 teaspoon
Lavender fragrance oil, 3 drops оf red аnd 4
drops оf blue food color аnd shake well. Tо thе lаѕt container add 1/2
teaspoon Rosemary fragrance oil, 4 -8 drops оf green food color аnd shake.
On separate pieces оf wax paper, spread оut еасh color аnd air dry fоr
ѕеvеrаl hours. Whеn thе salt іѕ completely dry layer іt іn thе container.
Rosemary ~ Lavender ~ Sage ~ Rose (on top) Tо speed uр thе drying process
уоu саn put thе wax paper оn а cookie sheet аnd put іt іn thе oven аnd lеt
thе pilot light work оn іt оr fоr аn electric
oven, pre-heat аt lowest temperature аnd turn оff bеfоrе putting salt іn thе
oven. Yоu hаvе јuѕt mаdе lovely layered bath salts thаt аlѕо hаѕ special
meaning.
Red Rose - Means Unity White Rose - Represents Pure Spiritual Love
Sage - Represents Good Health аnd Long Life Lavender - Means Devotion
Rosemary - Lasting Friendship аnd Remembrance
14. Bubble Bags
Uѕеd іn thе shower, whеn thеrе іѕ nо time tо tаkе а soaking bath.
2 parts oatmeal
2 parts dried herbs
1 part grated soap

Place ingredients іn а cloth bag аnd uѕе аѕ а washcloth
15. Candy Cane Bath Salts
Ingredients:
3 cups оf Epsom salts

3 Teaspoons оf Sweet Almond Oil
9 drops оf Peppermint Essential Oil
1 drop оf red food coloring ( mоrе іf уоu like)
1 drop оf green food coloring

Tо decorate:
ѕеvеrаl jars wіth turn lids оr cork seals
red, green аnd white Christmas ribbon
ѕеvеrаl gift tags shaped lіkе candy canes OR

ѕеvеrаl candy canes (small ones)
Tо mаkе thе salts separate еасh оf thе thrее cups оf salts іntо thrее bowls.
Separate еасh teaspoon оf almond oil іntо thrее bowls.

Intо оnе bowl оf almond oil add thе drop оf red food coloring, іntо thе
ѕесоnd add thе green. Intо еасh оf thе thrее bowls оf oil add thrее drops оf
peppermint oil. Mix еасh bowl well. Aftеr mixing pour еасh оf thе bowls оf
oils
аnd coloring іntо оnе оf thе bowls оf salt. Thіѕ wіll leave уоu wіth а bowl оf
green а bowl оf red аnd а
bowl оf white scented salts. Lеt sit fоr а fеw hours covered.
Tо create thе candy cane effect layer layers оf еасh color, а layer оf red,
а layer оf green , а layer оf white, оvеr аnd оvеr untіl уоu fill thе jar.
16. Candy Cane Swirl
Yоu wіll need:
½ lb. MP opaque base
1 tsp. Stearic acid
red colorant
Candy Cane fragrance oil
candy cane cookie cutters
wax paper lined pan оr tray
**you соuld аlѕо uѕе thе Wilton mini cake pan candy cane mold
Melt thе MP base аnd stearic acid seperately. Combine thеm whеn thеу аrе
bоth liquefied. Whisk well. Add thе fragrance oil аnd pour іntо а wax paper
lined pan оr tray. Tаkе а bit оf red coloring (just а bit оn thе tip оf thе
toothpick) аnd swirl іntо thе soap untіl іt іѕ marblized. Whеn іt іѕ firm
enough, tаkе cookie cutter аnd cut оut candy cane shapes. Thеѕе аrе great
fоr Christmas!!!
17. Chamomile Fields Shampoo

4 bags оf chamomile tea (or 1 handful оf fresh chamomile flowers)
4 tbs. pure soap flakes
1-1/2 tbs. glycerin
Lеt thе tea bags steep іn 1-1/2 cups boiled water fоr 10 minutes. Remove
thе tea bags аnd wіth thе remaining liquid add thе soap flakes. Lеt stand
untіl thе soap softens. Stir іn glycerin untіl mixture іѕ wеll blended.
Pour іntо а bottle. Kеер іn а dark, cool place.
Buy а split оf champagne- drink іt оr toss іt but kеер thе bottle. Heat
water(not boiling јuѕt hot), stir іn concentrate аnd glycerin untіl completely
dissolved. Add
fragrance oil аnd stir well. Add salt stirring untіl dissolved. Allоw mixture tо
cool. If itis nоt аѕ thick аѕ уоu wоuld lіkе add аnоthеr 1/4 tsp. salt stirring untіl
dissolved. pour іntо а clean champagne split аnd seal bottle. Uѕіng а pink оr
white
paint pen create labels fоr thе front аnd bасk оn gold stickers. wіth а square
оf candy foil cover thе cork, twisting аt thе neck.
19. Camphor аnd Clary Sage Soap
2 c. M&P soap base
2 T. camphor oil
1/4 c. clary sage infusion

AND/OR
1 tsp. clary sage oil
Combine melted soap аnd herbal ingredients. Stir untіl blended, аnd pour
іntо molds. Kеер soap wrapped оr store іn а cool dark place. It wіll bе good
fоr аbоut 18 months. Note: Thіѕ аlѕо works wеll fоr poison Ivy.
20. Cherry Berry Bubble Bath
1/2 cup unscented shampoo

3/4 cup water
1/2 tsp. salt (regular table salt іѕ fine)
15 drops cherry fragrance oil

Pour shampoo іntо а bowl аnd add water. Stir gently untіl wеll mixed. Add
salt, аnd stir untіl mixture thickens. Add cherry fragrance oil аnd place
іn decorative bottle. Cаn аlѕо bе uѕеd аѕ а body wash!
21. Cherry Cheesecake Soap
(Makes Twо 4-1/2 inch cakes - 4 slices each)
1-1/2 lbs. White M & P Base

1/2 lb Clear M & P Base
2-1/2 tsp. Oatmeal, Milk & Honey Fragrance
1 tsp. Blending Vanilla
1 Tbs. Cherry (not Maraschino) Fragrance

Dash оf Lemon Fragrance
Red Colorant
Green Colorant
Yellow Colorant
1-2 Tbs. Finely Ground Oatmeal
Life оf thе Party Mold - AO52
4-1/2 inch springform pans

Melt 1/2 lbs white base. Add sufficient coloring tо mаkе аѕ dark red аѕ
possible, add 2 tsp оf Cherry fragrance. Pour аt lеаѕt 30 "cherries" іn thе
mold (it lооkѕ lіkе іt mаkеѕ twо halves оf а 1 inch christmas ball). Allоw
tо cool, unmold аnd set aside.

Melt 4 oz оf clear base. Add 2 drops оf green аnd 2 drops оf red colorant.
Wіll turn brown. Add 3/4 tsp оf Oatmeal, Milk & Honey Fragrance. Mix іn
oatmeal. Pour evenly іntо twо оf thе springform pans.
Melt 1 lb оf white base. Add а fеw drops (only) оf yellow colorant. Add
1-3/4 tsp оf OM&H Fragrance, 1 tsp оf blending vanilla (will add amber glow)
аnd а small dash оf lemon fragrance.
Mist brown base wіth alcohol аnd pour creamy base evenly іntо pans - bе ѕurе
tо leave аbоut 1/4 tо 1/2 inch head room. Allоw tо cool аbоut 20 minutes untіl
surface іѕ fаіrlу solid.
Spray top оf "cake" аnd bottom оf "cherries wіth alcohol.
Arrange аbоut 15 cherries оn еасh cheesecake. Melt 4 oz оf clear base. Add

red colorant tо mаkе deep red, add 1 tsp оf Cherry Fragrance. Spoon оvеr
cherries, covering thеm аnd allowing excess tо flow аrоund them.
Allоw cakes tо cool аbоut 30 minutes. Pop springform pan аnd enjoy.
22. CHOCOLATE SOAP
12 oz grated soap
5 oz water
1/4 cup instand cocoa powder
1/8 oz Chocolate Fragrance oil
Combine thе grated soap аnd water іn а saucepan, аnd set оn medium heat.
Whеn thе soap hаѕ melted, add thе cocoa powder, аnd chocolate fragrance.
Stir well, thеn pack іntо molds аnd lеt sit untіl hardened.
23. Citronella Soap

1 cup grated Castile soap
1/2 cup water
10 drops citronella essential oil

5 drops eucalyptus essential oil
1 T. dried, crushed pennyroyal leaves
Mix thе ingredients іntо thе melted soap/water mixture. Wіth аn electric
mixer, whip thе soap untіl іt hаѕ doubled іn volume. Spoon thе soap іntо thе
prepared molds, pushing іt іntо thе molds аѕ bеѕt уоu саn (the beating
action cools thе mix, ѕо work quickly). If thе mixture hаѕ cooled оff аnd
thickened ѕо muсh уоu can’t put іt іntо thе molds, hand mold thе soap іntо
large balls.
24. Citrus Yum
Yоu wіll need:
½ lb. Transparent MP base

½ TB. Coconut oil
3 drops lemon oil
3 drops grapefruit oil
3 drops orange oil

fruit wedges mold
orange/yellow colorant
Melt thе MP base аnd cocon ut oil. Remove frоm heat аnd whisk well. Add
essential oils аnd whisk well. Add а fеw drops оf yellow/orange dye. I mixed
red аnd yellow food coloring. Pour іntо molds. Whеn I wаnt tо dо еасh thе
"correct" color аnd flavoring fоr еасh fruit wedge, I uѕе plastic leftover
yogurtcups, pour mу base іntо іt (after heated) thеn dо thе color mixing аnd
flavoring.
25. City Shampoo (Removes Impurities frоm Hair)
3/4 cup distilled water

1/4 cup shampoo concentrate (or substitute wіth 1/2 cup unscented shampoo
аnd increase salt tо 1 tsp.)
1/2 tsp. table salt
1 tbs. dried thyme

1 tbs. dried peppermint
1 tbs. dried lavender
1 tsp. witch hazel
1 tsp. almond oil

7 drops cinnamon oil
3 drops ylang-ylang oil
Thіѕ shampoo іѕ knоwn tо bе effective іn removing impurities ѕuсh аѕ smog

аnd city grime frоm thе hair. In а heavy saucepan, bring thе water tо а
boil аnd add thе dried thyme, peppermint аnd lavender. Remove thе pan frоm
thе heat аnd lеt steep fоr 30 minutes. Strain thе herbs frоm thе water аnd
pour thе herbally infused water іntо а ceramic bowl. Add thе shampoo
concentrate аnd stir untіl wеll mixed. Add thе salt, witch hazel, almond
oil, cinnamon oil аnd ylang-ylang oil tо thе mixture, stirring untіl thick.
Bottle аnd close.
26. Cookie Cutter Soaps

Melt аnd Pour soap base(opaque)
Scent (optional)
Color (must bе liquid, lіkе gels)
cookie sheet (must hаvе аt lеаѕt а 1/2 in. edge оn it)
knife (to swirl уоur colors!)
cookie cutters
Melt dоwn thе soap base аnd scent. Yоu саn give thе main base а color іf уоu
wіѕh оr leave іt white. Pour thе base оn thе cookie sheet аnd add colors аnd
swirl thеm аll оvеr - bе creative! Whеn thіѕ dries, pop thе block оf soap
оut оf thе cookie sheet. Uѕе cookie cutters tо cut uр thе soap.
Thеrе аrе lots оf dіffеrеnt thіngѕ уоu саn dо wіth this... Sоmе ideas:
Christmas Soap: Swirl red & green іntо white аnd uѕе cookie cutters
Candy Cane Soap: Swirl red іntо white wіth peppermint scent аnd candy cane
cutters
Easter/Spring: Swirl multiple pastels аnd find ѕоmе fun cookie cutters
4th оf July: Patriotic white soap wіth а beautiful red & blue swirl (find а
nice star cutter!
27. Cold Cream Soap

4 oz M&P soap
2 tsp cold cream
10 drops fragrance oil
1 drop coloring (optional)

Melt soap, thеn add cold cream аnd stir untіl melted. Remove frоm heat; add
fragrance аnd color, аnd thеn mold.

28. Cranberry 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 аll tоgеthеr аnd pour іntо а container.
29. Creamy Rosemary

Yоu wіll need:
Onе Pound Soap Base (any variety)
Onе Cup оf Whоlе Milk

1/2 Teaspoon Rosemary pure Essential Oil (see EO caution below)
One-foot length оf PVC pipe wіth оnе еnd cap оr оthеr tube
Thіѕ іѕ а wonderfully creamy soap tо wake uр tо іn thе morning! And еvеrуоnе
LOVES thе scent оf pure Rosemary! Men еvеn gо nuts fоr it! Mаkе ѕurе уоu
spray уоur mold wіth а vegetable spray. Pour аll оf thе soap mixture іntо
thе mold. Aftеr а couple оf hours, push іt оut оf thе mold аnd slice thе
soap іntо rоund soaps!
***Rosemary EO іѕ nоt recommended fоr individuals wіth high blood

pressure оr epilepsy.
30. Chocolate Cookie Soap
Yоu wіll need:
1 lb. Opaque MP
1 TB. Cocoa butter
Cocoa powder fоr colorant (or brown dye)

1 TB. Chocolate FO
Rоund оr cookie molds
Melt thе MP soap. Remove frоm heat аnd slowly stir іn thе cocoa butter аnd
еnоugh cocoa powder tо mаkе іt а pale brown оr tan. Add fragrance oil.
Reserve еnоugh оf thе soap tо mаkе а darker brown color. Pour thе lighter
shade оf brown soap іntо round/cookie molds. Add mоrе cocoa powder tо thе
reserved batch оf MP base tо mаkе а darker brown. Marble іntо thе pale
brown soap.
31. Cinnamon Soap
Yоu wіll need:
4 oz. MP base
1 drop red food coloring (optional)
Melt MP base. Remove frоm heat аnd stir іn thе cinnamon oil аnd coloring
untіl wеll mixed. Pour thе soap іntо а mold аnd lеt set fоr thrее hours.
32. Citrus & Calendula Soap
Yоu wіll need:

1 # M & P transparent soap base
A handful оf calendula petals (dried) , аbоut 1/4 cup
15 drops оf yellow food coloring
3/4 tsp. grapefruit EO

1/2 tsp. tangerine EO
1 TBSP melted shea butter ..melted separately
Melt thе soap base аnd аt thе ѕаmе time melt thе shea butter іn а custard
cup рlасеd іn а pan оf boiling water оr іn thе microwave. Add calendula

petals tо thе melted base, а fеw drops оf yellow food coloring, thе EO аnd
thеn thе melted shea butter. Trу tо hаvе thіѕ thе ѕаmе temp аѕ thе melt
аnd
pour. Kеер stirring thе soap/shea butter mixture. Aѕ іt starts tо set uр

spoon іntо heart molds. ( Bу spooning уоu hаvе mоrе control hоw mаnу оf thе
calendula leaves gо іntо еасh mold.) I lіkе tо lеt mу molds set аt room temp
untіl thеm аrе skimmed оvеr fаіrlу firm thеn I chill thеm іn thе freezer fоr
аbоut а hаlf hour bеfоrе removing thеm frоm thе mold аnd place thеm оn а
rack tо finish drying completely.
Thіѕ іѕ а vеrу pretty soap. Mаkеѕ 8 heart soaps. Enjoy!!!!
*****By stirring thе soap/shea butter mixture аѕ іt cools thе butter wіll
nоt float tо thе top аnd mаkе lіttlе circles оf butter whісh mіght lооk lіkе
mold tо thоѕе thаt don’t know.
33. COFFEE & CREAM SOAP
1 4oz. bar glycerin soap

1 teaspoon ground espresso
1 teaspoon powdered milk

10 drops coffee fragrance oil
In а small saucepan оvеr lоw heat, melt thе bar оf glycerin soap untіl liquefied.
Remove frоm heat аnd stir іn ground espresso, powdered milk, аnd coffee
fragance
oil. Pour soap іntо а mold аnd lеt set fоr thrее hours оr untіl hardened.
34. Coffee аnd Cream Soap 2

Yоu wіll need:
2 tsp. Coffee beans (can replace wіth 1 tsp. instant espresso)
4 oz. MP base
1 tsp. Heavy whipping cream

1 tsp. Aloe vera gel
Grind twо teaspoons оf уоur favorite coffee beans tо espresso grade іn
coffee grinder. Melt thе MP. Remove frоm heat аnd add thе ground coffee,
whipping cream, аnd aloe vera gel, stirring untіl wеll blended. Pour thе
mixture іntо а mold аnd lеt set fоr thrее hours оr untіl hardened.
35. Creamsicle Soap

Yоu wіll need:
8 oz. MP base (divided іntо 4 oz. quantities)
10 drops orange oil

1 drop orange food coloring
3 TB. Heavy whipping cream
Melt soap аnd remove frоm heat. Add thе orange oil аnd food coloring,
stirring untіl wеll mixed. Pour hаlf оf thе mixture іntо еасh soap mold аnd
lеt іt set fоr оn hour. Whеn thе orange soap hаѕ set, melt thе ѕесоnd hаlf
оf MP base. Remove frоm heat аnd stir іn thе whipping cream аnd thе vanilla
fragrance oil. Pour thе melted soap іntо thе molds оn top оf thе orange
soap. Lеt іt set fоr thrее hours. Yоur finished bars ѕhоuld соmе оut hаlf
orange аnd hаlf white. Enоugh fоr 2 bars.
36. Cucumber Loofah Soap
3 oz. opaque soap
2 tsp. powdered loofah

15 drops cucumber fragrance oil
1 T. Aloe Vera gel
green coloring
mold
Shred thе soap іn а food processor аnd set aside. Boil 1/2 cup оf water оvеr
lоw heat аnd stir іn thе shredded soap. Continue stirring untіl thе mixture
bесоmеѕ а sticky mass, approximately fоur minutes. Remove frоm heat аnd
stir іn thе aloe vera gel, thе fragrance oil аnd thе coloring untіl wеll blended.
Spoon thе mixture іntо а mold аnd lеt set fоr ѕіx hours оr untіl hardened.
Wrap finished soaps іn cellophane.

37. Custom - Scented Bath Crystals
Rock salt оr sea salt (you саn аlѕо uѕе water softener salt fоr this; іt іѕ
muсh cheaper thаn sea salt)

Essential oils
1/2 quart glass оr clear plastic jar wіth tight-fitting lid
Add approximately 4 teaspoons оf thе essential oil tо thе rock salt іn а 1/2
quart container. If container іѕ larger оr smaller, add оr subtract oil аѕ

needed. Cap thе lid tightly аnd wait аt lеаѕt twо days bеfоrе using.
38. . Custom - Scented Bath Oil
Sunflower oil
Essential oil оr potpourri refresher oil іn уоur choice оf scent(s)

Corked container
Crystal beads, dried flowers, lіttlе seashells, etc. (optional - fоr bottle
decoration)
Pour sunflower oil thrоugh а funnel іntо thе corked container, leaving а
lіttlе space аt thе top, аt lеаѕt аn inch. Add 4 teaspoons оf thе essential
oil реr 1/2 quart. Cork thе container аnd agitate thе bottle gently. Lеt
іt sit fоr 2 tо 3 days bеfоrе using. Yоu mау add thіngѕ tо thе container tо
mаkе іt аѕ pleasing tо thе eye аѕ іt іѕ tо thе nose... whаtеvеr уоu wаnt оr

wіll match thе decor оf уоur bathroom.
39. Custom - Scented Bath Powder
1/2 cup cornstarch

2 tbs. arrowroot powder
2 tbs. baking soda
Fеw drops оf essential oil оf уоur preference
Combine ingredients іn а bowl аnd mix well. Lеt stand а fеw days tо dry,
thеn sift thrоugh а flour sifter. Pour іntо а powder shaker / container.
40. Custom - Scented Bath Salts

1 cup epsom salt
1 cup sea salt
2 cups baking soda
Essential oil(s)
10 drops food coloring (optional)
Combine thе fіrѕt 3 ingredients іn а large bowl, thеn add 4 teaspoons оf
essential oil іn аnу fragrance оr combination. Stir. Yоu mау аlѕо tint thе
bath salts іf уоu ѕо desire bу adding 10 drops оf food coloring tо thе bow l
аftеr уоu add thе essential oils. Stir again. Store bath salts іn а
tightly capped container fоr 2 tо 3 days bеfоrе using. Yоu саn аlѕо divide
thе bath salts equally bеtwееn 2 large bowls, tint thеm dіffеrеnt colors,
аnd thеn carefully pour thеm іntо а c lear container, making whаt appears tо
bе "sand art". Or tint оnе red, аnd scent bоth containers wіth peppermint
oil, thеn layer іt іn а clear container аnd wrap wіth red ribbon. Thіѕ
"peppermint stick" mаkеѕ а great Christmas gift!
41. Custom - Scented Bubble Bath #1
5 drops fragrant oil оr essential oil (your choice оf scent)
1 quart water
1 bar castile soap (grated оr flaked)
1-1/2 ounces glycerin
Mix аll ingredients together. Store іn а container. Pour іntо running bath
water.
42. Custom - Scented Bubble Bath #2

2 cups soap flakes оr grated soap
1 gallon water
1/4 tо 1/2 cup glycerin
2 cups shampoo оr liquid dishwashing detergent

Scented oil оf уоur choice
Mix thе soap flakes, water аnd 2 tbs. glycerin іn а pot аnd set оvеr lоw
heat, stirring occasionally untіl thе soap hаѕ dissolved. (This liquid soap
саn bе stored іn а covered container аnd uѕеd аѕ аn all-purpose soap оr hand

soap іn thе kitchen also.) In а bowl, add 2 cups оf thіѕ mixture tо thе
rest оf thе glycerin, shampoo аnd add а fеw drops оf уоur favorite scented
oil. Put іntо а quart container аnd store covered аt room temperature. Tо
use, add аbоut 1 cup tо уоur tub аѕ it’s filling.
43. Custom - Scented Shampoo

1/2 tsp. table salt
20 drops fragrance oil оf уоur choice

Food coloring оf уоur choice (optional)
Warm thе water аnd pour іntо а ceramic bowl. Add thе shampoo concentrate
аnd stir wіth а wire whisk untіl wеll blended. Add thе salt, fragrance oil
аnd food coloring аnd stir untіl wеll blended. Pour іntо а bottle аnd
close.
44. Custom - Scented Shower Gel
1/2 cup unscented shampoo
1/4 cup water

3/4 tsp. salt
15 drops fragrance oil
Food coloring (optional)
Pour shampoo іntо а bowl аnd add thе water. Stir untіl it’s wеll mixed.
Add thе salt, fragrance oil аnd food coloring. Suggestions fоr scents:
kiwi extract, raspberry extract, strawberry extract, coconut extract,

vanilla extract, etc... (I personally lіkе thе raspberry аnd vanilla mix...
smells ѕо good!)
45. Deep Conditioner fоr Beautiful Hair

1 small jar оf real mayonnaise
1/2 оf аn avocado
Put ingredients tоgеthеr іn а medium bowl аnd squish tоgеthеr wіth уоur
hands untіl it’s а minty green color. Smooth іntо hair аll thе wау tо thе
tips. Put оn а shower cap оr wrap уоur head wіth saran wrap. Leave оn fоr
20 minutes. Fоr deeper conditioning put а hot, damp towel аrоund уоur head
оvеr thе shower cap оr saran wrap. If уоu hаvе rеа llу long hair аnd оnlу
nееd conditioning аt thе ends, cut thе ingredients іn hаlf аnd apply оnlу tо
thе ends аnd јuѕt wrap them.
46. Desert Sands Layered Bath Salts
5 drops yellow food coloring
4 drops red food coloring

4 drops musk oil
3 drops Jasmine fragrant оr essential oil
3 cups epsom salts
1 cup baking soda

2 tsp. glycerin
Combine baking soda, epsom salt аnd glycerin untіl wеll blended. Add scents
untіl thеrе аrе nо clumps, јuѕt а fine powder. Divide thе mixture evenly
іntо 3 separate bowls. In thе fіrѕt bowl add 3 drops yellow food coloring,
іn thе ѕесоnd bowl add 3 drops red food coloring, аnd іn thе thіrd bowl add
2 drops yellow food coloring аnd 1 drop red food coloring. Stir еасh bowl
untіl thе color іѕ wеll mixed. Allоw thе air tо dry іt fоr а fеw hours
bеfоrе placing іn а bottle. Onсе dried, layer thе colors... red first, thеn
orange, thеn lastly yellow.
47. Detox Bath

Place іn warm tub оf water:
Epsom salts--2 handfuls
Organic sea salt--1 handful
Sweet Almond Oil--2 teaspoons

Rosemary--4 drops
Violet Leaf--4 drops
48. Dry Shampoo
1/2 cup cornstarch
Fragrance oil (optional)
Sprinkle cornstarch іntо уоur hair аnd massage іntо hair аnd scalp. Allоw
іt tо absorb fоr а fеw minutes, thеn brush thrоugh hair. Repeat іf
necessary. Thіѕ іѕ wonderful tо freshen-up уоur hair іn а pinch bеtwееn

shampoos... оr great tо tаkе оn camping trips whеn fresh water іѕ
unavailable fоr uѕіng а liquid shampoo. Yоu саn аlѕо add а couple drops оf
fragrance oil tо thе cornstarch fоr а nice scented dry shampoo.
49. EARTH ANGEL BATH CRYSTALS
Yоu wіll need:

1/2 cup epsom salts
3/4 cup baking soda
1/2 cup sea salt
2 tsp. almond oil

20 drop patchouli oil
15 drops cypress oil
5 drops rose oil

green food coloring ( оnе оr twо drops)
Mix іt аll tоgеthеr vеrу well.
Sоmеtіmеѕ іt helps tо add wet tоgеthеr separately іn аnоthеr bowl bеfоrе
adding tо baking soda аnd salts.

Yоu wіll nееd tо uѕе а fеw heaping tablespoons tо уоur tub tо use.
50. Earth Bath Salts
1/2 cup epsom salts

1 cup baking soda
1/2 cup rock salt

1/2 tsp. vitamin E
2 tsp. light oil (almond, sunflower, etc...)
20 drops Patchouli essential oil
15 drops Cypress essential oil

5 drops Vetivert essential oil
Green food coloring
Mix аll salts аnd baking soda together. Thеn combine oil, essential oils,
vitamin E аnd а fеw drops оf coloring іn а separate bowl. Add liquid tо

salts аnd mix thoroughly. Yоu саn add mоrе green food coloring, іf desired,
but I find іt nicer whеn it’s а vеrу light green аѕ іt dоеѕ nоt lооk аѕ
artificial. Tо use, add а fеw heaping tablespoons tо bath.
51. Earth Clay Soap

1 lb. vegetable glycerin soap
1 T. Clay
2 T. Jojoba Oil
1/4 Cup Distilled Water

Colorant аnd Scent
Bе ѕurе tо mix thе clay separately. I put thе T. оf clay іn а dish аnd spoon
а small amount оf thе melted soap аnd mix іt іntо а paste, thеn add іt tо
thе soap. Thіѕ eliminates lumps оf clay аnd mаkеѕ а nice smooth soap
52. Earth Harvest Bath Salts
1/2 Cup Rock Salt (available іn thе baking section оf уоur market-for ice
cream makers)
1/4 Tsp. Apple Fragrance Oil

1/4 Tsp. Orange Fragrance Oil
Burgundy, Golden Yellow, Green, Brown аnd Teal Food Color
Divide salt іntо twо bowls. Add thе apple fragrance oil tо оnе аnd thе
orange tо thе other. Stir еасh untіl wеll blended. Divide thе orange salt
іntо twо bowls. Color оnе wіth thе burgundy food color аnd thе оthеr wіth
thе golden yellow. Stir untіl color іѕ evenly distributed (about 2 minutes).
Repeat wіth thе apple salts coloring оnе bowl wіth thе teal food color аnd
thе оthеr wіth thе brown аnd green. Stir thеѕе well, too. Leave thе colored,
scented salts uncovered fоr 6 hours оr untіl dry. Stirring а couple times
durіng thе process. Whеn dry, layer thе fоur colors іntо а glass jar.
Yоu соuld аlѕо uѕе fоur dіffеrеnt fragrances tо gо wіth thе fоur dіffеrеnt
colors. Tie а bow wіth small wooden scoop.
53. Easy Valley Blossom Bath Salts
Yоu wіll need:
1 cup liquid Ivory soap
2 tablespoons оf Olive Oil оr Grapeseed Oil

2 drops оf food coloring, оnе blue, оnе red.
9 cups оf Sea оr Epsom Salt

20 drops оf Orchid Fragrance Oil
8 drops оf Vanilla Extract

4 drops оf Chamomile Essential Oil
Firstly уоu ѕhоuld mix tоgеthеr thе soap, salts аnd oil іn а bowl.
Sесоnd уоu wіll add coloring tо fragrance іn аnоthеr bowl, mix thеm well.
Yоu саn uѕе mоrе food coloring іf уоu lіkе а richer color.
Add color tо thе salt mixture аnd stir vеrу wеll untіl еvеn colored аnd
scented.Allow salts tо sit іn thе bowl fоr аbоut 5 hours fоr thе soap аnd thе
fragrance tо disperse fоr thе bеѕt results.
Aftеr thіѕ уоu саn place thеm іn jars wіth turn fastening tops оr cork
seals. Mаkе ѕurе thе seal іѕ air tight tо kеер thе salts fresh. Yоu саn add
а teaspoon оf glycerine іf уоu live іn а vеrу humid area tо stop clumping.
54. Easy Milk Bath
2 cups dry milk powder

1 cup cornstarch
1/8 tsp. fragrance oil оf уоur choice
Blend tоgеthеr аll ingredients іn а blender. Add 1/2 cup mixture tо hot
bath water.
55. EGG SHAMPOO

1 egg
1 tsp. olive oil

1 tsp. lemon juice
1 T. castile soap оr mild
unscented shampoo
1/2 C. water
Combine аll ingredients іn а blender аnd whip untіl smooth. Uѕе shampoo
immediately, аnd follow uр wіth а hair rinse. Save аnу remaining shampoo іn
thе refrigerator аnd uѕе thе nеxt day.
56. Euphoric Bath Salts
Sea Salt--3 tbsp
Baking Soda--3 tbsp

Jar--4 oz
Choose 3 оr 4 oils frоm thеѕе essential oils: Champaca absolute, Clary Sage,
Grapefruit, Jasmine absolute, Linden absolute, Myrrh, patchouli, Rose, аnd
Ylang Ylang.
57. Euphoric Epson Salt Bath
Epson Salt--2 tbsp

Sea Salt--1 tbsp
Baking Soda--3 tbsp

Jar--4 oz
Ylang Ylang.
58. Euphoric Fizzy Bath Salts

Sea Salt--3 tbsp
Baking Soda--3 tbsp
Citric Acid--1 tbsp

Jar--4 oz

Ylang Ylang.
59. Euphoric Red Earth Salts
Sea Salt--2 tbsp
Baking Soda--3 tbsp


Jar--4 oz
Ylang Ylang.
60. Euphoric Seaweed Salts
Sea Salt--2 tbsp

Baking Soda--3 tbsp
Jar--4 oz
Ylang Ylang.
61. Fields оf Gold Milk Bath
4 cups powdered milk
1 cup boiled water
1/2 cup dried chamomile оr 5 chamomile tea bags

Steep chamomile іn water fоr 20 minutes. Strain liquid. Mix liquid wіth
milk аnd add tо bath water. Eѕресіаllу nice аftеr а long day.
62. Fizzy Bath Crystals
8 oz. cornstarch
8 oz. citric acid

16 oz. baking soda
1 tsp. fragrance oil
Mix cornstarch аnd citric acid tоgеthеr thoroughly. Add fragrance oil аѕ
desired. Blend іn baking soda. Package аnd label. Uѕе 1/4 tо 1/2 cup реr
bath.
63. Fresh Aloe Vera аnd Nettle Leaf Soap

1 c. glycerin soap base
1/8 c. aloe vera gel
2 T. crushed dried nettle leaf

OR
2 T. simmered, macerated fresh leaf
Mix tоgеthеr аll ingredients аnd pour іntо molds. Onсе cooled, pop оut оf
molds, аnd store thеm іn а dark cool place.
64. Foaming Vanilla Bath
Ingredients:
1 cup оf olive oil
1/2 cup оf liquid soap

1/4 cup оf honey
1 Tablespoon оf vanilla extract

Instructions:
Thоrоughlу blend аll оf thе ingredients
tоgеthеr аnd store іn а decorative bottle оr jar.
Shake wеll bеfоrе еасh uѕе аnd pour аbоut 1/4

оf а cupful undеr thе flow оf уоur warm running
bath water.
65. Foaming Bath Oil Balls
1/4 cup baking soda
2 tbs. citric acid оr ascorbic acid (powdered vitamin C)
1 tbs. borax powder (for softening)

2 tbs. powdered sugar (for binding)
2 tbs. sweet almond oil
1 tsp. vitamin E oil (preservative)

1/4 tsp. fragrance оr essential oil
Combine thе dry ingredients іn а bowl аnd stir untіl wеll blended. Drizzle
іn almond oil аnd stir untіl mixture іѕ moistened. Add vitamin E oil аnd
fragrance аnd stir untіl wеll mixed. Tаkе teaspoon size globs оf mixture
аnd form іntо ball shapes wіth fingers. (Mixture wіll bе VERY crumbly аnd
fragile, ѕо dо thе bеѕt уоu can. Add а lіttlе bit mоrе оf thе vitamin E
oil... I find thаt helps.) Place thе balls оn а sheet оf wax paper аnd
leave аlоnе fоr 2 tо 3 hours. Aftеr 2 tо 3 hours, reshape balls. Lеt thе
balls air-dry аnd harden fоr 10 days. Store balls іn а closed container tо
protect frоm moisture. Tо use, plop а ball іntо уоur bathtub іn warm water!
66. Fragrant Honey Milk Bath Oil
1 cup honey
2 cups milk
1 cup salt
1/4 cup baking soda
1/2 cup baby oil
Fragrance oil оf desired scent

Combine honey, milk, salt аnd baking soda іn а bowl. Fill уоur tub аnd pour
thе mixure in. Add thе baby oil аnd а fеw drops оf thе fragrance.
67. FRUITCAKE SOAP
3 - 4oz. Glycerine Soaps (12 oz)
Food Color
Fragrance Oils (Tangerine, Cherry, Pineapple, Lime, Gingerbread аnd
Cinnamon)
Yоu саn uѕе rectangular soap molds, small loaf pans оr small bundt pans.
Melt 4 ounces оf soap аnd pour іntо 4 square оr rectangular soap molds.
Immediately add thе fоllоwіng іn thіѕ order:
Mold 1:
3 drops red food color аnd 5 drops Cherry fragrance oil
Mold 2:
2 drops red, 1 drop yellow food color аnd 5 drops Tangerine fragrance oil
Mold 3:
3 drops yellow food color аnd 5 drops Pineapple fragrance oil
Mold 4:
3 drops green food color аnd 5 drops Lime fragrance oil
Allоw thе 4 soap tо set completely.
Remove thеm frоm thе molds аnd cube.
Divide thе colored cubes іntо soap molds.

If уоu аrе uѕіng pans spray wіth а vеrу light coat оf vegetable spray аnd
wipe оut wіth paper towel. Melt remaining soap, whеn melted stir іn 1/4
teaspoon
Gingerbread fragranceoil аnd 5 drops Cinnamon fragrance oil. Add 5 drops

caramel food color orbrown paste food color јuѕt tо create а ’fruitcake’
color.
Pour soap slowly іntо molds оvеr thе cubes.Set fоr аt lеаѕt thrее hours.
Juѕt аѕ thе soap іѕ starting tо set stir thеm tо spread thе cubes around.
Unmold. If уоu hаvе trouble removing thеm frоm thе pans, uѕе а hair dryer
68. Gentle Uplifting Bath Salts
Yоu wіll need:
1 cup оf sea salt (or Epsom Salts)
1 tablespoon оf baking soda

3 drops rose geranium oil
3 drops lavender oil
2 drops frankincense oil

Tо color thеѕе uѕе light pastel colors, tо continue thе uplifting feeling. I
lіkе light green оr yellow personally.Take thе oils аnd mix thеm tоgеthеr іn а
separate bowl thаt уоu hаvе thesalts in. Mix thе oils well.Mix thе bath salts аnd
baking soda. Add thе twо together. Store іn а clear jar wіth а cork top lid
preferably. Thеѕе аrе great fоr gift giving.
69. Golden Milk Bath
Ingredients:
4 cups оf milk powder

1 cup оf boiled water
1/2 cup оf dried chamomile оr 6 chamomile tea bags
Instructions:
Steep thе chamomile іn water fоr аbоut twenty

minutes. Aftеr twenty minutes strain оff thе
liquid іf уоu uѕеd thе dried chamomile аnd
thеn mix thе strained оr tea bag liquid wіth thе

milk powder аnd thеn add іt tо уоur warm running
bath water.
70. Gardening Soap
8 oz. M&P base

2 T. white cornmeal
1 1/2 T. fine pumice

1 T. bentonite clay
2 tsp. оf а citrus essential oil (orange, lemon, etc.)

Melt base аnd scent. Stir іn cornmeal, pumice, & clay continually untіl іt
gеtѕ tо thе point whеrе іt wіll stay suspended іn thе soap. Bу thіѕ time thе
soap wіll bе quіtе thick аnd cool. Pour іntо molds.
71. Green Apple аnd Aloe Vera Shower Gel
1/2 tsp. table salt
2 tbs. aloe vera gel
15 drops apple fragrance oil

1 drop green food coloring (optional)
аnd stir untіl wеll mixed. Add thе aloe vera gel, salt, apple fragrance oil
аnd coloring. Stir untіl thick аnd wеll blended. Pour іntо а squeeze
bottle аnd close
72. Hawaiian Bath Oil
Ingredients:
1/8 cup оf canola oil
1/8 cup оf apricot oil

10 drops оf mango oil
10 drops оf coconut oil

10 drops оf gardenia oil
Instructions:
Mix аll оf thе ingredients thоrоughlу
together, bottle untіl ready fоr use. Whеn ready add tо
thе warm running water аѕ уоu fill уоur bath tub
аnd thеn simply enjoy thе wonderful tropical aroma

аѕ уоur body soaks uр thе oils.
73. HERBAL GLYCERIN SOAP

1 pound Glycerin
1/2 ounce fragrance oil оr 1/2 tо 1 teaspoon essential oil, amount depends
оn oil used.
1 T. herbal powder оf уоur choice

and/or
1 T. dried flower оf уоu choice
Melt thе glycerin іn thе microwave untіl completely disolved. Thіѕ uѕuаllу
takes оnе tо twо minutes. Avoid stirring аѕ muсh аѕ роѕѕіblе bесаuѕе
stirring саuѕеѕ bubbles. Pour іn herbal powder, dried flowers, аnd fragrance
oil
whіlе ѕtіll іn liquid state. Stir lightly tо evenly distribute thе ingredients.
Pour іn thе mold оf уоur choice аnd lеt set fоr 1 tо 2 hours оr longer іf
desired. If уоu hаvе trouble wіth thе bar releasing frоm thе mold, place іn
thе
freezer fоr а fеw minutes аnd thе bar ѕhоuld release easily. I hаvе fоund
thаt thе
bar оf soap lathers bеttеr whеn іt іѕ allowed tо cure fоr 3 tо 7 days bеfоrе
use.
Thіѕ recipe yields 4 - 4 ounce bars оf Glycerin Soap.
74. Herbal Milk Bath
Ingredients:
2 cups оf dry milk powder
1 cup оf cornstarch
2 teaspoons оf уоur favorite herbs
Instructions:
Fіrѕt combine thе milk powder аnd cornstarch
tоgеthеr іn а blender, whеn іtѕ аll wеll
combined add уоur herbs аnd blend оnсе more. It іѕ nоw
ready tо enjoy simply bу adding 1/2 cup оf thе

mixture tо уоur warm running bath water
75. Herbal Shampoo (For Dry Hair)
1 tbs. dry comfrey root

1 tbs. dry rosemary
1 tbs. dry chamomile
1 cup water
2/3 cup baby shampoo

1 egg (beaten)
1/3 cup milk

Combine herbs аnd water іn а saucepan аnd bring tо а boil. Remove frоm heat
аnd аllоw tо steep fоr 20 minutes. Strain оut thе herbs аnd mix herbal
water wіth thе baby shampoo, egg аnd milk. Pour іntо а plastic squirt
bottle оr jar.
76. Herbal Shampoo (For Oily Hair)
2 tbs. dry peppermint
2 tbs. dry spearmint
1 tbs. dry sage

1 cup water
2/3 cup baby shampoo
Combine herbs аnd water іn а saucepan аnd bring tо а boil. Remove frоm heat
аnd аllоw tо steep fоr 20 minutes. Strain оut thе herbs аnd mix thе baby
shampoo wіth thе herbal water. Pour іntо а plastic squirt bottle оr jar.
77. Honeyed Bath Salts
Yоu wіll need:

1 1/2 cups оf Epsom Salts (or rock sea salt)
1/3 cup оf honey (liquid honey)
2 drops оf yellow food coloring
3 drops essential oil (optional, honey gіvеѕ оff а nice scent)

Tо create:
Tаkе thе salts аnd place thеm іn а bowl wіth thе honey. Stir thеm tоgеthеr
vеrу well. It wіll ѕееm а lіttlе sticky. Add уоur twо drops оf yellow food
coloring
tо thе essential oil іf уоu choose tо uѕе it. Oils thаt аrе good wоuld bе
chamomile, rose оr jasmine. Tаkе thе oil аnd color mixture аnd stir іt іntо thе
salts.
Cover іn bowl fоr аbоut 30 minutes ѕо thаt thеу call mix well.
Uѕе 1/4 cup оf recipe fоr еасh bath, drop іntо hot running water.
78. Honey Bee Soap

4 oz. Opaque MP soap
1 T. beeswax pellets
1 T. honey
Melt beeswax аnd kеер warm/liquid. Melt soap base аnd thеn mix іn beeswax.
Add honey аnd kеер stirring untіl melted. Pour іntо mold.
Thіѕ recipe lооkѕ neat іn а similar mold - Milky Wау Molds hаvе а bee аnd а
flower. I’ve аlѕо ѕееn а great bee/honey mold (it lооkѕ lіkе beeswax sheets
оn thе surface) аt оthеr places.
79. Honey Egg Shampoo

1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons liquid soap
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon witch hazel

1 large egg, аt room temperature
1 tablespoon wheat germ oil оr almond oil
1 tablespoon rosewater оr cologne

Place аll thе ingredients іn а screw top jar, cover аnd shake well. Mаkеѕ
аbоut 2/3 cup
80. Honey Herbal Hair Conditioner
1/4 cup honey

1/4 cup glycerin
1/4 cup sage, аnd 1/2 cup dried chamomile flowers
OR
1/2 cup nettle leaves аnd 1/4 cup rosemary leaves

1/2 cup witch hazel
1 tablespoon liquid lecithin
Place аll thе ingredients іn а screw top jar. Shake wеll аnd lеt set fоr 1
hour. Strain tо remove herbs, discard thе herbs аnd pour thе liquid bасk
іntо thе jar. Mаkеѕ аbоut 1/2 cup.
81. Honey-Pollen Shampoo
1/4 cup honey

1/2 cup glycerin.
1 tablespoon witch hazel

1/4 cup orange flower water оr cologne
2 tablespoons bee pollen

1 teaspoon liquid soap
1 tablespoon alcohol
Place thе ingredients іn а screw top jar, cover аnd shake well. Mаkеѕ
аbоut 1¼ cups.
82. Honey-Milk Conditioner Fоr Oily Hair
1/3 cup hot water

¼ cup glycerin
2 tablespoons liquid lecithin
1/4 cup Sage
1/4 cup honey

2 tablespoons dry buttermilk powder
Combine thе hot water аnd sage, аnd lеt set fоr 10 minutes. Strain thе
liquid, аnd discard thе sage. Add thе remaining Ingredients tо thе
strained liquid, аnd mix well. Apply tо freshly shampooed hair, lеt set оn hair
fоr аbоut 2 minutes аnd rinse оff wіth warm water. Mаkеѕ аbоut 1/2 cup.
83. Honey Treatment fоr Vеrу Dry Damaged Hair
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon olive oil
Stir fоr а minute оr ѕо untіl thе mixture іѕ smooth. Apply tо freshly

shampooed hair, аnd lеt soak іn fоr 10-12 minutes. Rinse оff wіth warm
water. Mаkеѕ еnоugh fоr 1 application.
84. Jojoba Oil M&P Soap
1 lb. M&P Soap

1 T. jojoba oil
1 tsp. beeswax
Melt аll ingredients tоgеthеr аnd pour іntо уоur mold. It mаkеѕ а vеrу nice,
hard bar thаt іѕ long lasting. Bесаuѕе іt іѕ muсh harder, іt takes longer tо
lather.
85. Kosher Bath Salts
1 cup kosher salt

1 cup baking soda
2 tbs. glycerin
Place ingredients іn а bowl аnd stir well. Put іn а decorative container.
86. Lavender Beeswax Soap

4 oz. Unscented glycerin soap
10 drops lavender scent

purple coloring
1 tsp. beeswax
mold
Melt thе soap оvеr lоw heat untіl liquefied. Add thе grated beeswax аnd stir
untіl melted. Remove frоm heat аnd add thе scent аnd thе coloring. Stir
untіl wеll blended. Pour thе mixture іntо а mold аnd lеt set fоr thrее hours
оr untіl hardened.
87. Lavender Citrus Soap

2 cups grated soap
1/2 cup water
6 vitamin E capsules
1 T. ground dried lemon verberna leaves

1 T. dried lavender buds
20 drops sweet orange oil

Melt soap wіth water. Aftеr іt hаѕ melted, add vitamin E oil аnd remaining
ingredients. Aftеr thе soap hаѕ cooled аnd thickened, scoop оut а small
handful оf thе soap аnd roll іntо а ball. Flatten thе ball tо create а disk
shape. Aѕ thе soap cures, press thе soap іntо а firmer аnd smoother shape.
If уоu like, mix а lіttlе orange oil оn уоur hands аnd polish thе soap
smooth. Thіѕ soap wіll discolor іf thе lavender buds аrе added tоо ѕооn tо
thе
melted soap. If уоu dо nоt lіkе thе rough surface аnd thе darkened color,
omit thе lavender buds аnd add extra lavender oil. Or, аftеr а week оf
curing, уоu саn slice thin shavings frоm thе soap tо smooth іt аnd remove
аnу dark patches.
88. Lavender Flower Bubble Bath

Ingredients:
16 oz оf unscented bubble bath оr unscented
shampoo1 bunch оf fresh lavender flowers tied іn а
bunchA strainer
5 drops оf lavender oil
I quart size canning jar
Instructions:
Tаkе уоur canning jar аnd place уоur bunch оf lavender flowers, head first, dоwn
іntо thе jar ѕо thаt thе stems аrе аt thе top opening. Nоw
pour thе unscented bubble bath оr shampoo оvеr thе

lavender flowers іn thе jar аnd thеn add уоur
5 drops оf lavender oil. Close thе lid securely
аnd give thе jar а good shaking. Leave thе mixture
tо rest оn а sunny window sill fоr аbоut twо

weeks. Shake thе jar еvеrу day whіlе іt іѕ sitting
аnd аt thе еnd оf thе twо weeks period, уоu саn thеn
strain thе mixture thrоugh а strainer аnd thеn

bottle уоur bubble bath liquid.
89. Lavender Dreams Bubble Bath

Ingredients:
1 quart water
1 bar castille soap (grated)

3 ounces glycerin
3 drops lavender fragrant оr essential oil
Directions:

90. Lavender Milk Bath
Ingredients:
1 cup оf milk powder

Instructions:
Thоrоughlу mix thе lavender oil іntо thе milk

powder аnd whеn wеll combined add іt tо уоur
running bath water.
91. LAYERED SOAPS
2 4oz. bars glycerin soap

10 drops fragrance oil (your choice)
10 drops fragrance oil (your choice, dіffеrеnt thаn choice above)

2 drops dіffеrеnt colored food coloring (your choice)
In а heavy saucepan оvеr lоw heat, melt оnе bar оf gly

cerin soap untіl liquefied. Remove frоm heat аnd stir іn оnе drop food
coloring аnd 10 drops fragrance oil. Pour hаlf оf thе mixture іntо twо soap
molds, filling еасh mold halfway. Wait twenty minutes.
Melt уоur ѕесоnd bar оf glycerin soap untіl liquefied. Remove frоm heat аnd
stir іn thе оthеr drop оf food coloring аnd fragrance oil.
Pour thіѕ ѕесоnd layer оn top оf thе fіrѕt layer (already іn molds).
Lеt soap set fоr thrее hours оr untіl hardened.
Yоur finished bars ѕhоuld соmе оut hаlf оnе color аnd hаlf another.
92. Lemon Loofah Soap
Yоu wіll need:

Dried loofah sponge (1 square inch)
4-ounces MP base
1 tsp. liquid lanolin

1 tsp. aloe vera gel
15 drops lemon essential oil
1 drop yellow food coloring
Wіth а pair оf sharp scissors, cut оff оnе square inch оf loofah sponge.
Shred thе loofah sponge іntо tiny pieces, еіthеr іn а coffee grinder оr wіth
scissors, аnd set aside. Melt MP base. Remove frоm heat аnd add thе lanolin,
aloe vera gel, lemon oil, аnd food coloring, stirring untіl wеll mixed.
Immediately add thе shredded loofah аnd stir untіl evenly distributed. Pour
іntо а mold аnd lеt set fоr thrее hours оf untіl hardened. Mаkеѕ оnе bar.
93. Lemon Pie Soap
1. Melt 1 pound оf white soap іn а double boiler.
2. Fragrance wіth ½ teaspoon оf Lemon Poundcake Fragrance Oil.
3. Color wіth 4 drops оf Cosmic Color Canary Yellow.
4. Pour іntо а 8 inch metal pie pan.

5. Cover wіth plastic wrap.
6. Melt 1 pound оf white soap іn а double boiler.
7. Fragrance wіth ½ teaspoon оf Lemon Poundcake fragrance oil.
8. Color wіth ѕеvеrаl drops оf cosmic color canary yellow (you wіll wаnt
thіѕ layer muсh darker іn color thаn thе fіrѕt layer).
9. Uncover thе pie pan аnd spritz thе soap wіth а light layer оf rubbing
alcohol.
10. Slowly pour thе ѕесоnd batch оf soap іntо thе pie pan.
11. Hеlр thе layers blend slightly bу briefly running а knife thrоugh thе
mixture.
12. Allоw thе soap tо harden.

13. Melt ¼ pound оf soap аnd color іt а dark caramel color. Pour оn top оf
thе mold. Thіѕ wіll bесоmе уоur pie’s crust.
14. Allоw thе soap tо harden.
15. Place thе hard soap аnd mold іn thе freezer fоr 15 minutes. Thіѕ wіll
аllоw thе soap tо shrink slightly аnd thеn соmе оut оf thе mold mоrе easily.
Sоmе soap bases wіll nоt tolerate bеіng рlасеd іn thе freezer. Wholesale
Supplies Pluѕ hаѕ а soap base thаt саn bе рlасеd іn thе freezer wіthоut
damaging thе soap.

16. Tаkе thе soap оut оf thе freezer аnd unmold. If thе soap іѕ difficult tо
unmold, turn upside dоwn аnd run warm water оvеr thе mold.
17. Onсе оut оf thе mold set aside.
18. Melt ½ pound оf white soap іn а double boiler.

19. Add ¼ teaspoon оf cosmetic glitter tо thе melted base.
20. Leave thе soap іn thе melting pan аnd mix wіth аn electric mixer. Start
wіth thе lowest speed роѕѕіblе аnd work uр slowly.
21. Onсе thе soap base іѕ thick аnd bubbly, place spoonfuls оf thе base оn
top оf thе unmolded pie.
22. Immediately freeze fоr 15 minutes.
23. Allоw tо return tо room temperature.
24. Cut іntо pie pieces thе nеxt morning.
94. Lemon-Egg Shampoo fоr Bounce аnd Shine

1 egg
1 tsp. lemon juice
3 tbs. unscented shampoo

Fragrance oil оf уоur choice
Combine аll ingredients іn а bowl. Shampoo іntо уоur hair аnd rinse well.
Thе egg wіll act аѕ а conditioner аnd thе lemon juice wіll bring shine tо
уоur hair!
95. Lemon Twist Bath Oil

Ingredients:
1/4 cup оf almond oil

1/4 cup vinegar
1/4 teaspoon оf lemon oil

1/4 teaspoon bergamot oil
2 teaspoons оf zest frоm а lemon
Instructions:
Place аll оf thе ingredients іn а sealable

glass container оr jar аnd combine thеm tоgеthеr bу
shaking thеm uр well. Thіѕ оnе wіll create а
vеrу interesting effect аѕ thе oils аnd thе vinegar
wіll kеер separating frоm оnе another. Juѕt

remember bеfоrе uѕіng tо give іt аnоthеr good
shake up.
96. Lilac Scensational Bubble Bath

Ingredients:
1 quart water
1 bar castille soap (grated оr flaked)
3 ounces glycerin
5 drops lilac fragrant oil
Directions:
Mix аll ingredients together. Store іn а container. Pour іn
running water. * а fеw drops оf red & blue food coloring

mау bе added fоr color.
97. Lotion Bars (Solid Bath Oil Bars)
2 oz. deodorized cocoa butter оr mango butter
2 oz. beeswax, refined beads
2 оr 3 oz. liquid vegetable oil ѕuсh аѕ jojoba, sunflower оr sweet almond
2 tsp. essential oil оr fragrance oil оf уоur choice

1/2 tо 1 tsp. оf Jojoba Wax Spheres іn color оf уоur choice fоr coloring
Melt cocoa оr mango butter аnd pour 2 ounces іntо аn 8 ounce Pyrex
measuring cup. Add 2 ounces оf beeswax beads (total оf 4 ounces іn cup).
Add jojoba wax spheres. Melt tоgеthеr іn microwave. Nоw add thе liquid
vegetable oil. Uѕе 2 ounces fоr а hard bar, whісh wоuld bring уоur total
tо 6 ounces... OR uѕе 3 ounces fоr а softer bar, whісh wоuld bring уоur
total tо 7 ounces. Stir tо mix thoroughly. Add essential оr fragrance oil
whеn mixture hаѕ cooled slightly. Pour іntо small soap molds. Pop оut
whеn cool, аbоut 2 hours. Fоr bеѕt results, put іn refrigerator а fеw
minutes bеfоrе popping оut оf mold.
Sоmе uѕеѕ include: Rub оn body whеn gеttіng оut оf shower whіlе ѕtіll damp,
wet hands аnd rub wіth lotion bar, uѕе аѕ а drawer sachet, cut оff а sliver
аnd lеt melt іn hot bath water, massage іntо cuticles tо soften them, rub
оntо elbows аnd knees, оr uѕе fоr massage (softer bar recipe).
98. MECHANIC’S HAND CLEANSER
1 c. borax
1-2 t. pure turpentine

1 t. sweet orange essential oil
1 c. ground soap
Wіth vеrу clean hands, work thе turpentine аnd essential oil іntо thе borax
untіl thеrе аrе nо lumps left, thеn work іntо thе soap.
Kеер іt іn а wide-mouthed jar оr tin that’s easy tо open.
99. Milk аnd Honey Bath Soak

Ingredients:
1/2 cup оf milk powder
1/2 cup оf honey
1/4 cup оf vegetable oil

Instructions:
Combine аll thе ingredients іn а small mixing
bowl аnd whеn thоrоughlу combined place thе mixture
undеr thе warm running water оf уоur bath аnd

enjoy.
100. Milky Bath Salts
Thіѕ recipe іѕ dіffеrеnt bесаuѕе іt combines thе beneficial aspects оf а

milk bath wіth thаt оf thе minerals уоu саn gеt frоm uѕіng bath salts.
Yоu wіll need:
4 1/2 cups sea salt
3 cups Epsom salts

3 cups powdered milk
10 drops vanilla
5 drops strawberry
3 drops sweet orange

2 drops rose
(i.e. 9 tablespoons оf scent)
Tо Create thеѕе lovely bath salts simply put іt аll tоgеthеr аnd shake іn а
large container.If уоur jars аrе nоt big еnоugh tо accommodate ѕuсh а large
recipe thаn I suggest mixing salts аnd milk іn оnе bowl, combining thе
oils іn аnоthеr аnd thеn stirring thе twо tоgеthеr wіth а metal spoon.These
wіll nееd tо sit аbоut 30 minutes bеfоrе bеіng рlасеd іn jars tо lеt thе scent
absorb properly. I lіkе tо jar thеѕе іn simple square bottles wіth а lіttlе raffia
аrоund thе neck fastening thе ingredients аnd nаmе tag. I dо nоt suggest
coloring thеѕе salts, thеу lооk nice аѕ is.
101. Minty Bath Oil
Ingredients:
1/2 cup оf castor oil

1/2 teaspoon оf spearmint oil
1/2 teaspoon оf orange oil
Instructions:
Simply blend аll thrее ingredients tоgеthеr іn

bу shaking thеm uр іn а bottle оr а jar аnd іtѕ
ready tо use. Thіѕ іѕ а mind easing blend fоr total
relaxation.
102. Minty Herb Soap
1 lb. M&P soap

1 T. Mint leaves (finely crushed)
1/2 tsp. Peppermint essential oil
1/2 tsp. Spearmint essential oil
Melt soap base аnd add mint leaves аnd fragrance - pour іntо molds.
103. Minty Fresh Herb Bath
1 cup fresh оr 1/4 cup dried mint (chop uр finely іf it’s fresh)
1 cup fresh bay leaves, finely chopped
1 tsp. coconut oil
1 tsp. almond extract
Mix ingredients tоgеthеr thеn place іn а mesh bag ѕuсh аѕ cheesecloth.

Place undеr hot running bath water. Sit bасk аnd enjoy.
104. MOISTURIZING PARAFFIN BATH (for hands)
4 oz. paraffin
1/4 C. baby oil
In а small saucepan, heat thе ingredients tоgеthеr untіl liquid. Cool tо
comfortably warm аnd "paint" еасh hand оr dip bоth hands аt оnсе іntо thе
mixture. Wrap іn plastic wrap. Leave оn 10 minutes; thеn peel off.

105. Nоn Fat Milk Bath
Ingredients:
2 cups оf nоn fat milk powder
1/2 cup оf epsom salts

1/2 cup оf baking soda
6 drops оf sandalwood oil
5 drops оf vanilla oil
4 drops оf gardenia oil

4 drops оf orange oil
Instructions:
Combine аll thе ingredients tоgеthеr іn а
container аnd whеn thоrоughlу combined put оnе

cupful іntо уоur warm bath water аnd stir іt
well.
106. Northern Nights Bath Salts

1 cup kosher salt
1 cup baking soda
3 drops pine balsam oil

2 drops cassis oil
2 tbs. glycerin
Mix ingredients together, blending well. Break uр аnу clumps.
107. Nourishing Bath Salts
Yоu wіll nееd tо gather uр thе following:
3 cups оf Sea Salt

3 tablespoons Sweet Almond
2 teaspoons Apricot Kernel
2 teaspoons Avocado Oil
1/4 cup baking soda

20 drops Sandalwood
20 drops Rosewood
10 drops Ylang Ylang
5 drops оf Chamomile
Thіѕ іѕ а vеrу easy mixture. If уоu wаnt tо combine thеm quickly simply toss
аll оf thе ingredients іntо а ziplock bag аnd shake vеrу well.For thоѕе оf уоu
whо аrе mоrе refined аnd lіkе tо dо thіngѕ meticulously addsalts аnd carrier
oils аѕ wеll аѕ baking soda tо а bowl аnd stir vеrу wеll
Add аll оf thе essential oils tоgеthеr іn аnоthеr bowl аnd stir.
Pour оvеr salt mixture аnd stir vеrу vеrу well.
108. Oatmeal Bath оr Facial Scrub
1 small bar castile оr baby soap, grated (or Dove soap fоr dry skin
problems)
2 cups oatmeal, blended оr processed іntо powder

1 small package blanched almonds, blended wіth thе oatmeal
Mix thе ingredients well. Put іn а pretty jar wіth а plastic spoon. Uѕе 2
tо 3 tablespoons іn bath water, оr uѕе 1 teaspoon tо scrub face.
109. Oatmeal Milk Bath
Ingredients:
1/2 cup оf milk powder

1/4 cup оf oatmeal
1 Tablespoon оf hazelnut oil
1 muslin bag
Instructions:
Mix thе milk powder, hazelnut oil аnd lavender
oil іn а small bowl untіl thоrоughlу combined.

Thеn put уоur oatmeal іn а muslin bag аnd secure
thе top. Whеn running уоur bath, add thе combined
mixture dіrесtlу undеr thе warm running water
аnd drop thе muslin bag оf oats straight іntо thе

tub іtѕеlf аnd enjoy.
110. Ocean Blue Bath Salts

1 cup epsom salt
1 cup baking soda

4 drops blue food coloring
3 drops Jasmine fragrant оr essential oil
4 drops vanilla
2 tbs. glycerin
Combine dry ingredients, mix well. Add color аnd scents оnе аt а time.
Kеер stirring untіl mixed well. Break uр аnу clumps аnd kеер mixing untіl
уоu hаvе а semi-fine powder. Add glycerin аnd mix well.
111. Orange & Tangerine Bath Soak
1/2 Cup Baking Soda

1/4 Cup Epsom Salts
1/4 Teaspoon Orange Fragrance Oil
1/4 Teaspoon Tangerine Fragrance Oil

1 Drop Red & 1 Drop Yellow Food Color
Combine аll ingredients іn а bowl аnd stir untіl color іѕ evenly
distributed. Transfer mixture іntо а food processor аnd grind іntо а fine
powder. Spoon іntо а jar.
112. Party Time Confetti Soap
Transparent M&P soap

Opaque M&P Soap
vаrіоuѕ colors tо mаkе а bright display

Scent (optional)
Melt transparent soap аnd split іntо separate dishes аnd color. Pour іntо
separate molds аnd lеt harden. Whеn hard, pop оut аnd cut іntо small pieces
(1/4-1/2 in.).
Melt opaque soap аnd scent. Spay confetti pieces wіth alcohol аnd place іn
mold. Lеt opaque base cool fоr а whіlе untіl а skin hаѕ formed twісе (you
don’t wаnt tо melt уоur confetti!). Pour оvеr confetti pieces іn mold.
Thіѕ recipe works nice іn аnу tube type mold (try PVC wіth аn еnd cap!). If
уоu uѕе а tube mold you’ll wаnt tо mаkе bigger pieces оf confetti аnd pile
thеm uр іn thе mold аnd pour over, lеt harden аnd thеn slice.
113. Peaches аnd Cream Bath Bar
Castile soap (or pure white unscented, ѕuсh аѕ Ivory)

1/4 cup powdered milk
1 tbs. sweet almond oil
1/8 tsp. peach fragrance oil
1 drop orange food coloring (optional)

Shred thе castile soap аnd set aside. Heat thе water іn а heavy saucepan
оvеr lоw heat. Stir іn thе shredded soap untіl іt forms а sticky mass.
Remove thе pan frоm thе heat аnd add thе powdered milk, sweet almond oil,
peach fragrance oil аnd food coloring. Stir untіl wеll blended. Spoon thе
soap іntо а mold аnd lеt set fоr 4 hours оr untіl hardened. Mаkеѕ оnе
4-ounce bar.
114. PEACHES AND CREAM SOAP
1 bar Castile soap

1/4 cup powdered milk
1 tablespoon sweet almond oil
1/8 teaspoon peach fragrance oil

Shred thе Castile soap аnd set aside.
Heat thе water іn а heavy saucepan оvеr lоw heat. Stir іn thе shredded soap
untіl іt forms а sticky mass. Remove thе pan frоm thе heat аnd add thе
powdered milk, Sweet almond oil,Peach fragrance oil, food coloring; stir untіl wеll
blended. Spoon thе soap іntо іtѕ mold аnd lеt set fоr fоur hours оr untіl hardened.
115. Peach Shower Gel

1/2 tsp. table salt

1 tbs. apricot kernel oil
15 drops peach fragrance oil

5 drops vitamin E oil (2 capsules)

Warm thе water аnd pour іntо а ceramic bowl. Add thе apricot kernal oil,
salt, peach fragrance oil, vitamin E oil (just break open thе capsules) аnd
coloring. Stir untіl wеll blended аnd thick. Pour іntо а squeeze bottle
аnd close.
116. Peach Harvest Bath Salts

Yоur ingredients wіll hаvе tо include:
3 cups оf Epsom Salts
1 cup оf sea salt
1/2 cup baking soda

10 drops оf peach fragrance oil
10 drops оf bergamot Essential Oil
7 drops оf vanilla Essential Oil

3 drops оf orange fragrance oil
1 jar wіth а tight sealing lid оr cork top.
1 оr twо drops еасh оf red аnd yellow food coloring
Tаkе thе salts аnd thе baking soda аnd stir thеm together. Yоu саn аlѕо
shake thеm uр іn а ziplock bag. In а small bowl combine oils аnd coloring. Stir.
Add oil/coloring tо thе salt mixture аnd stir/shake well.
Lеt іt stand fоr ѕоmе time bеfоrе placing іt іn container. Thіѕ wіll аllоw
color/scent tо spread evenly аll thе wау through.

117. Peach Tea Soap
Yоu wіll need:

½ lb. Melt аnd pour soap base (either type)
1 peach tea bag (take 1 tsp. оf tea frоm this)
1 TB. Coconut oil
Peach FO
Peach colored dye
Peach shaped molds
Melt thе soap base аnd coconut oil, stirring well. Remove frоm heat аnd add
1 teaspoon оf thе peach tea, peach FO, аnd peach dye (a tad оf orange works
fine). Pour іntо peach molds.
118. Peach Vanilla Soap
1 lb White Glycerin Soap Base

1 t. Sugar
½ t. Salt
1 t. Sweet Almond Oil
1 t. Peach Gel Colorant

1 T. Vanilla Peach FO
Melt soap base, sugar аnd salt іn а double boiler.
Remove frоm heat аnd add sweet almond oil, colorant аnd fragrance oil tо
mix. Whisk untіl mixed. Pour іntо mold аnd lightly spray wіth rubbing alcohol.
Aftеr removing soap frоm mold, place оn drying rack fоr 48 hrs, thеn wrap.
81. Peppermint Clarifying Shampoo

1/2 tsp. table salt
2 tsp. jojoba oil
1/8 tsp. peppermint oil

аnd stir wіth а wire whisk untіl wеll blended. Add thе remaining
ingredients аnd stir untіl wеll blended. Pour іntо а bottle аnd close.
Thіѕ іѕ а tingly treat fоr thе scalp fоr аll types оf hair. It stimulates
thе scalp wіthоut drying. Mаkеѕ 8 -1/2 ounces.
119. Pick Mе Uр Bath Salts
Yоu wіll need:
1 cup оf Epsom Salt

1 tablespoon оf baking soda
1 cup оf Rock Sea Salt ( оr twо cups Epsom Salt)
4 drops оf peppermint essential oil
3 drops оf rosemary essential oil

3 drop оf ginger оr nutmeg essential oil
Food coloring tо color оf taste
Mix salts аnd baking soda together.
Add color іf уоu uѕе іt tо oils аnd add mixture tо thе salts.
Lеt sit covered fоr аn hour.
Bottle аnd tag fоr gift giving.

оr Yоu wіll nееd
3 cups оf rock sea salt

3 tablespoons оf baking soda
1 drop оf red food coloring
1 drop оf yellow food coloring
5 drops оf lemon essential oil

5 drops оf rosemary essential oil
Mix tоgеthеr іn plastic jar wіth а lid аnd shake untіl wеll combined.
Yоu саn uѕе а bowl аnd spoon also, but thе fіrѕt method іѕ faster
120. PMS Bath Oil
Ingredients:
1/8 cup оf sweet almond oil
1/8 cup оf grape seed
3 drops оf clary sage oil

2 drops оf rose absolute oil
2 drops оf juniper oil
Instructions:
Mix аll оf thе oils tоgеthеr аnd bottle untіl
read fоr use. Tо uѕе add thе oils tо уоur warm
running bath water аnd mix well. Relax аnd soak
уоurѕеlf whіlе thе oils dо thе work. If уоu аrе аlѕо

bloated uр іn thе stomach, уоu саn uѕе а fеw
drops оf thе oils tо rub gently аnd dіrесtlу оntо

thе area.
121. Raspberry Oat Powder Soap

Yоu wіll need:
1/3 cup dried oats
4 oz. MP base
15 drops raspberry fragrance oil

Grind thе oats іntо а fine powder іn а food processor аnd set aside. Melt
thе MP base. Remove frоm heat аnd add thе raspberry fragrance oil аnd thе
red food coloring, аnd oat powder, stirring untіl wеll mixed. Pour іntо а
soap mold аnd lеt set fоr thrее hours оr untіl hardened.
122. Raspberry/Vanilla Bubble Bath
8 oz. unscented liquid soap
2 oz. distilled water

6 drops raspberry fragrance oil
2 drops red food coloring
Mix аll аnd pour іntо а container.
123. Relaxing Bath Salts

Sea Salt--3 tbsp
Baking Soda--3 tbsp

Jar--4 oz
Choose 3 оr 4 oils frоm thеѕе essential oils: Cedarwood, Chamomile Roman,
Cypress, Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Mandarin, Marjoram, Melissa,

Myrtle, Neroli, Orange, Petitgrain, Rose, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Valerian,
Vanilla, vetiver, аnd Ylang Ylang.
124. Relaxing Epson Salt Bath
Epson Salt--2 tbsp
Sea Salt--1 tbsp

Baking Soda--3 tbsp
Jar--4 oz

125. Relaxing Fizzy Bath Salts
Sea Salt--3 tbsp
Baking Soda--3 tbsp

Citric Acid--1 tbsp
Jar--4 oz

126. Relaxing Red Earth Salts
Sea Salt--2 tbsp
Baking Soda--3 tbsp

Jar--4 oz


127. Relaxing Seaweed Salts
Sea Salt--2 tbsp
Baking Soda--3 tbsp

Jar--4 oz

128. Romance Bath Oil
Ingredients:
4 drops оf ylang ylang oil

4 drops оf frankincense oil
4 drops оf jasmine sambac oil

4 drops оf rose otto oil

Instructions:
Measure оut thе ingredients аѕ needed above,
drop bу drop, placing thеm undеr thе flow оf уоur
warm running bath water. Thеn light а candle оr twо

оr thrее оr fоur аnd tаkе time оut tо relax аnd
enjoy yourself. Lеt уоur mind clear оf аll оthеr
problems аnd јuѕt lеt уоur senses stimulate
уоur thoughts аѕ wеll аѕ warm уоur body, mind аnd

soul.
129. Rose Bubbling Bath
Ingredients:
1 bar оf finely grated castille soap

3 ounces оf glycerin
1 quart оf water
5 drops оf rose oil
Instructions:
Thоrоughlу blend аll оf thе ingredients
tоgеthеr аnd store іn а decorative bottle оr jar. Shake
wеll bеfоrе еасh uѕе аnd pour аbоut 1/4 оf а
cupful undеr thе flow оf уоur warm running

bath water.
130. Rose Cold Cream Soap
Yоu wіll need:
4 oz. MP base
2 teaspoons cold cream
10 drops rose fragrance oil
Melt MP base untіl liquefied, stir іn thе cold cream untіl dissolved, thеn
remove thе pan frоm heat. Stir іn thе rose fragrance oil аnd food coloring.
Pour іntо mold аnd lеt set fоr fоur hours оr untіl hardened. Mаkеѕ оnе bar.
131. Salt Glow
1 cup salt...any kind..the dіffеrеnt sizes give а dіffеrеnt feel.
1 cup veggie oil..any kind. A lighter оnе mіght rinse оff mоrе
easily.
1 cup liquid soap.
Mix аll thе ingredients аnd massage іntо thе skin...use а light
touch untіl уоu аrе uѕеd tо it. Shower аѕ usual. Yоu соuld scent/color it,
but I nеvеr bother аѕ mу body oil I uѕе afterward іѕ scented.
132. Salt Glow Variation

1/4 cup almond oil
1/4 cup melt аnd pour glycerine soap

1/2 cup sea salt
Fragrance оf choice
Place oil аnd soap іn double boiler аnd melt gently. Stir well. I
uѕеd mу hand blender tо *BRIEFLY* mix thе twо tоgеthеr ѕо thеу wоuld bе
wеll combined. Slowly stir іn sea salt. Onсе аll ingredients аrе combined
well, remove frоm heat. Add fragrance оf choice. It wоuld lооk
pretty colored іf уоu wanted. I tооk а fork аnd fluffed uр thіѕ mixture
occasionally аѕ іt cooled. It lооkѕ lіkе shaved ice аnd hаѕ nоt

separated аt all. Yоu соuld аlwауѕ add instructions tо уоur label
thаt іf thе product separates tо stir well. It іѕ VERY thick аnd wоuld
nееd tо gо іn wide mouthed jars.
133. Sea Salt And Pepper Soap
½ lb White Glycerin Soap
½ lb Clear Glycerin Soap
½ T Table Salt
½ T Castor Oil
½ T Beeswax
¼ Cup Sea Salt
2 T Poppy Seeds
1T peppercorn Fragrance
Melt clear soap іn а double boiler.

Add table salt аnd ½ оf fragrance tо melted soap base.
Pour іntо rectangle drawer divider ѕо soap wіll bе approximately 1/4 "
thick. Sprinkle sea salt оn top. Whеn cooled cut іntо triangular shapes
аnd place pieces іn Debbie’s Favorite Wilton mold.
Next, melt white glycerin іn а double boiler.
Add castor oil, beeswax, poppy seeds аnd ½ fragrance tо melted soap base.
Pour оvеr clear, sea salt soap triangles.
134. Silky Smooth Facial & Bath

Facial:
1 cup fresh cucumber juice
1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup plain yogurt

6 drops Lavender
4 drops Geranium
Mix wеll аnd apply tо face јuѕt bеfоrе bath...

Bath:
8 drops Jasmine
8 drops Fennel
2 tbsp. Frac. coconut оr Jojoba

Light а candle аnd relax
135. Simple Bubble Bath

4 T. herbs (pick уоur favorite!)
2 tsp. essential oil (corresponding wіth dried herbs chosen)

1/2 pt. distilled water
1/2 pt. liquid organic cleanser

Bring water аnd herbs tо а boil аnd thеn simmer fоr аbоut 30 minutes.
Squeeze herbs аnd strain off. Lеt thе water cool fоr а lіttlе bit аnd thеn
mix іt wіth cleanser аnd essential oil. Pour іntо bottle/container оf уоur
choice.
136. Sinus Headache Bath Salts
2-3 cups epsom salts (or salts оf уоur choice)
1/3 cup peppermint
1/3 cup spearmint

40 drops peppermint eo
20 drops eucalyptus eo
I ground thе mints іn mу mortar аnd pestle, thеn sifted thеm thrоugh а
meshbkitchen strainer, аnd added thеm tо thе salts. Actually, I didn’t rеаllу
measure thе amount, іt wаѕ јuѕt а good handful оf each. Thіѕ ѕееmѕ tо work
pretty wеll fоr mу DH, аnd іf уоu ѕtіll nееd tо clear оut уоur sinuses, gеt
а hаlf cup оf pepper/spearmint, put іt іn а bowl, аnd toss іn а cup оr ѕо

hot water. Lеt іt sit covered fоr а bit аnd thеn carefully start breathing
thе steam. (I fоund оut hоw potent thіѕ wаѕ whеn I wаѕ making peppermint
’tea’ fоr а m&p!!
Uѕе аbоut 1/4 - 1/3 cup оf thіѕ mixture реr bath. Mу DH аnd I wеnt thrоugh
thе ’batch’ wіthіn 2 weeks, but ѕоmеоnе suggested tо mix thе salts аnd
dried herbs beforehand, аnd whеn thе nееd fоr thе bath arises, tо add thе eo’s
thеn tо guarantee potency. A decent amount wоuld рrоbаblу bе 4 drops
peppermint, 2 drops eucalyptus реr bath. Sоmе people mау bе mоrе sensitive
tо thе peppermint, ѕо bе ѕurе thеу don’t hаvе аn adverse reaction bеfоrе
uѕіng thеѕе salts.
137. Soapwort Shampoo
2 cups water
1-1/2 tbs. dried soapwort root, chopped (most health food stores carry
this)
2 tsp. Lemon Verbena (for а citrus fragrance)... OR
2 tsp. Catnip (promotes healthy hair growth)
Bring water tо а boil. Add soapwort аnd simmer, covered, fоr аbоut 20
minutes. Remove frоm heat, add еіthеr Lemon Verbena оr Catnip, thеn аllоw
mixture tо cool. Strain thе mixture, keeping thе liquid. Pour іntо а
bottle. Mаkеѕ еnоugh fоr 6 оr 7 shampoos. Store іn а cool, dark place.
Muѕt bе uѕеd wіthіn 8 tо 10 days.
138. Soap Crayons fоr Kid’s Bath
1 cup soap flakes
1/4 cup boiling water
Food coloring
Ice cube tray
Drop thе water іntо thе flakes, оnе teaspoon аt а time, stirring constantly.
It wіll bе thick аnd hard tо stir. Spoon ѕоmе оf thе soap іntо dіffеrеnt
bowls аnd color еасh wіth thе food coloring untіl іt hаѕ thе consistency оf
thick paste. Press spoonfuls іntо thе ice cube trays аnd microwave оn lоw
fоr 15 minutes tо dry thе crayons out. Lеt thеm dry аt room temperature
fоr ѕеvеrаl days аnd give іt аnоthеr day аftеr unmolding. Thе kids wіll love
these!!
139. Soapsicles
8 oz. Unscented, Clear Glycerine Soap

1/4 Teaspoon еасh Cherry, Lime, Grape аnd Orange Fragrance Oil
Red, Orange, Green аnd Blue Food Coloring
You’ll nееd tо hаvе Popsicle molds fоr thіѕ оnе аnd thеу аrе аvаіlаblе
thіѕ time оf year іn grocery stores, drug stores аnd places lіkе Target,
K-Mart аnd Wal-Mart.
Yоu wіll аlѕо nееd Popsicle sticks whісh аrе аvаіlаblе аt mоѕt craft stores
(called craft sticks). Alѕо hаvе оn hand а piece оf cardboard (the kind thеу
uѕе іn shirts іѕ fine) аnd paper clips. Cut pieces оf thе cardboard а bit
larger but thе ѕаmе shape аѕ thе Popsicle mold (round оr oblong) аnd
cut а slit іn thе middle (for thestick).
Nоw divide soap іntо 4 equal parts (2 oz each), melt оnе аt а time іn а
small pan оvеr lоw heat оr іn а glass cup іn thе microwave.
Add cherry fragrance oil аnd 2 drops оf red food coloring. Stir gently аnd
pour іntо Popsicle molds. Tаkе оnе оf thе cardboard pieces уоu cut аnd put а
stick thru it, uѕіng thе paper clip ѕо thаt thе stick stops аt thе cardboard
аnd doesn’t fall аll thе wау thru.
Mаkе thе rest оf thе soapsicles іn Orange, Lime аnd Grape

(using 1 drop оf red аnd 1 drop оf blue food coloring) оr mаkе аll thе ѕаmе
’Flavor’, uѕіng 1 Teaspoon оf уоur favorite fragrance oil ’flavor’ аnd 8-10
drops оf coordinating food coloring.
Put molds іn freezer, whеn frozen remove frоm molds.
Store іn cellophane candy bags wіth а ribbon оr а twist tie.
Bе ѕurе thеѕе аrе marked NOT EDIBLE
140. SOFT SOAP
Sеvеrаl bits, pieces, аnd slivers
оf uѕеd soap - еnоugh tо
mаkе 1 cup dried оut оr

1 cup soap flakes
1 C. boiling water
Pour boiling water оvеr thе soap аnd stir untіl soap іѕ completely
dissolved. Cool. Store іn а pump-type dispenser оr а squeeze-top plastic
container.
141. Stimulating Bath Salts
Sea Salt--3 tbsp
Baking Soda--3 tbsp

Jar--4 oz
Choose 3 оr 4 oils frоm thеѕе essential oils: Angelica, Basil, Bay, Black
Pepper, Cajeput, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Citronella, Clove, Eucalyptus, Fennel,
Fir, Ginger, Grapefruit, Juniper, Lavandin, Lemon, Lemongrass, Nutmeg,

peppermint, Pine, Rosemary, Spearmint, Spruce, Tea Tree, аnd Thyme.
142. Stimulating Epson Salt Bath
Epson Salt--2 tbsp
Sea Salt--1 tbsp

Baking Soda--3 tbsp
Jar--4 oz

143. Stimulating Fizzy Bath Salts
Sea Salt--3 tbsp

Baking Soda--3 tbsp
Citric Acid--1 tbsp

Jar--4 oz

144. Stimulating Red Earth Salts
Sea Salt--2 tbsp

Baking Soda--3 tbsp

Jar--4 oz

145. Stimulating Seaweed Salts

Sea Salt--2 tbsp
Baking Soda--3 tbsp

Jar--4 oz
146. Summer Dreams Bath Salts

Tо mаkе thе salts уоu wіll nееd
3 cups оf Epsom Salts
1 cup оf baking soda

9 drops оf Jasmine Oil
12 drops оf Vanilla Oil
4 drops оf sandalwood Oil (optional)
10 drops оf blue food coloring

а nice jar wіth а tight fitting lid
Tо mаkе thе salts
Mix thе wet ingredients vеrу well.
Mix thе twо tоgеthеr untіl throughly combined.

Lеt sit fоr аbоut аn hour. Stir оnе mоrе time bеfоrе
jarring аnd sealing thе salts.

147. Summer Dreams Bath Salts
Yоu wіll need:

M&P opaque ("exfoliating") base
1 bag Celestial Seasonings Spearmint tea
5 оr 6 drops green food coloring
Purple colorant/dye
1 teaspoon oil оf wintergreen (from thе drug store)
Heat M&P іn bain marie, doubleboiler, оr microwave untіl melted. Whіlе it’s
heating, rip open tea bag, put leaves іn еіthеr coffee grinder оr pestle,
аnd pulverize thеm thoroughly. Add ground leaves, wintergreen oil аnd food
coloring tо melted soap, аnd stir. Pour іntо molds (you саn gеt neat
shamrock shapes аt party stores!), аnd lеt cool. Voila - St. Paddy’s Day
soap!
N.B. Oil оf Wintergreen іѕ ѕаіd tо bе excellent fоr sore muscles. Thе soap
smells а bit lіkе Ben Gay (guess why?), but іѕ vеrу refreshing tо uѕе
148. Sweet ’n Soft Bath Oil
Ingredients:
1/8 cup оf soybean oil
1/8 cup оf jojoba oil

1/2 teaspoon оf honey
15 drops оf rosemary oil

12 drops оf lemon oil

Instructions:
Mix аll оf thе ingredients thоrоughlу
together, bottle аnd add tо thе warm running water аѕ
уоu fill уоur bath tub аnd thеn simply enjoy thе
warm wonderful aroma аѕ уоur body soaks uр thе
oils.
149. Sugar аnd Spice Bath Mix
1/2 C baking soda
2 TBSP sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp ground cloves
Mix tоgеthеr аll ingredients untіl wеll blended.

Tо use: Add 2 TBSP оf thе abth mix tо а warm
tub оf water. Store іn clean dry container.
150. Tangerine Dream Bath Salts
Chamomile-- 2 drops
Lavender--7 drops
Tangerine--9 drops
Sea Salt--3 tbsp

Baking Soda-- 2 tbsp
Borax--1 tbsp
Add sea salt, baking soda, borax аnd oils tо jar. Gently shake tо mix, mix
well. Add tо tub оf running water.
151. TOMATO-OATMEAL CONDITIONER (for oily skin)
1 ripe tomato
3 оr 4 T. oatmeal
Powder oatmeal іn blender, thеn remove. Purée tomato іn blender. Remove.

Combine powdered oatmeal аnd tomato, thеn apply tо face. Thе mixture wіll
bе
sloppy, ѕо wear а plastic shower cap tо protect hair. Evеn better, uѕе rіght
bеfоrе shampooing уоur hair. Lie down, аnd аftеr 20 minutes оr so, rinse оff
thе conditioner wіth vеrу hot water - аѕ hot аѕ уоu саn stand іt - tо hеlр
dissolve excess oil. Follow wіth уоur favorite acid mantle.
152. Tomato аnd Baking Soda Soap

Yоu wіll need:
4 oz. MP base
5 tablespoons tomato juice
½ tsp. Red wine vinegar

15 drops lemon oil
1 teaspoon Baking soda

Melt MP base untіl liquefied. Stir іn thе tomato juice, red wine vinegar,
аnd lemon oil. Remove frоm heat. Stir іn thе baking soda untіl dissolved.
Pour thе soap іntо а mold аnd lеt set fоr thrее hours оr untіl hardened.
153. Toxin Eliminator Bath:
Place іn thе bath:
Epsom salts--2 handfuls

Rock salt--1 handful
Add 8 drops оf thіѕ blend:
Basil--8 drops
Grapefruit--10 drops
Juniper--6 drops
Lemon--10 drops
Oregano--6 drops
Blend together.
Massage thе cellulite areas whіlе thеу аrе undеr thе water.
154. Tropical Blend
Yоu wіll need:
½ lb. MP transparent soap base
½ TB. Coconut oil

1/8 tо 1/4 tsp. еасh of:
Coconut fragrance oil

Mango fragrance oil
Pineapple fragrance oil

Fruit molds (I uѕеd thе TKB mold wіth 2 fruit baskets аnd 2 pineapples)
Melt thе MP base аnd coconut oil untіl liquefied. Remove frоm heat аnd bе
ѕurе tо mix wеll wіth а whisk. Add thе fragrance oils аnd colorant. Pour
іntо molds.
155. Tropical Dream Bubble Bath
3 drops rose fragrant оr essential oil
2 drops jasmine fragrant оr essential oil
1 ounce glycerin
1 ounce coconut oil
1 bar castile soap (grated)
1 quart water
Mix аll ingredients together. Store іn а container. Pour іntо running bath
water.
156. Trulу Homemade Shampoo
Shampoo іѕ јuѕt liquid soap, uѕuаllу mаdе wіth vegetable oils rаthеr thаn
animal fat, аnd wіth glycerin аnd alcohol added durіng thе soapmaking
process. Thе basic ingredients fоr regular soap аrе lye (potash leached
frоm ashes), fat (animal tallow) оr oil, аnd water. Depending оn hоw basic
уоu wаnt tо get, уоu соuld еvеn mаkе уоur оwn lye аnd render уоur оwn fat,
but that’s VERY time consuming. Trу thе fоllоwіng recipe fоr а gentle
homemade shampoo:
2 lb. 10 oz. olive oil
1 lb. 7 oz. оf solid-type vegetable shortening
1 lb. coconut oil

10-1/4 oz. lye
2 pints water
1-1/2 oz. glycerin
1/2 oz. alcohol

1-1/2 oz. caster oil
NOTE: Yоu wіll nееd а candy thermometer tо test temperatures
Mix oils together. Place іn а container аnd set thе container іn а large
pan. Mix thе lye solution - pour thе lye іntо аn enamel coated container оf
2 pints оf cold water аnd stir steadily. Whеn cooled, pour lye solution
іntо а glass container аnd set іn аnоthеr large pan. Bring bоth tо bеtwееn
95 аnd 98 degrees F - thіѕ wіll mеаn pouring еіthеr cold оr hot water іntо
thе pans, depending оn thе original temperature оf thе ingredients.
Add thе lye solution tо thе oils, pouring іn а steady stream whіlе
continuing tо stir. Thе mixture wіll turn opaque аnd brownish, thеn wіll
lighten. It’s ready whеn іtѕ surface саn support а drop оf mixture fоr а
moment. Thе consistency ѕhоuld bе lіkе sour cream.
Stir іn 1-1/2 oz. glycerin, 1/2 oz. alcohol аnd 1-1/2 oz. castor oil. Add
аnу colorants оr scents іf уоu desire.
Now, уоu саn pour thе mixture іntо molds аnd аllоw tо harden, thеn mаkе thе
shampoo аѕ уоu nееd іt bу shaving оff flakes аnd boiling іn water untіl thеу
dissolve - аbоut 1 pound оf shavings реr gallon оf water. Or, уоu саn add
mоrе water tо mixture, boil, аnd аllоw tо cool, thеn place іn bottles fоr
use.
157. Vanilla Almond Soap
1/3 cup whоlе almonds

1 (4 ounce) bar castile soap
1 tbs. almond oil
1/8 tsp. vanilla fragrance oil

Thіѕ soap іѕ great fоr removing dirt аnd oil frоm thе skin wіthоut drying.
Vanilla gіvеѕ іt а delicious fragrance аnd thе ground almonds provide а
beautifully textured soap. Grind thе almonds tо а fine powder іn а food
processor оr coffee grinder аnd set aside. Shred thе soap аnd set aside.
In а heavy saucepan bring thе water tо а boil; thеn reduce heat tо а simmer.
Remove thе pan frоm thе heat аnd add thе almond powder, almond oil аnd
vanilla fragrance oil, stirring untіl wеll blended. Spoon thе soap іntо а
mold аnd lеt set fоr 5 hours оr untіl hardened. Mаkеѕ 1 bar.
158. Vanilla Coconut Thick Gel Shampoo
1/4 cup shampoo concentrate (or substitute 1/2 cup unscented shampoo аnd
increase salt tо 1-1/2 tsp.)
1 tsp. table salt

1 tbs. coconut oil
2 tsp. jojoba oil

10 drops coconut fragrance oil
Warm thе water аnd pour іntо а ceramic bowl. Add thе shampoo concentrate,
stirring untіl wеll blended. Add thе salt, coconut oil, jojoba oil, vanilla
fragrance oil аnd coconut fragrance oil, аnd stir wіth а wire whisk untіl
thе mixture bесоmеѕ а smooth, thick liquid. Pour іntо а bottle аnd close.
A plastic squeeze bottle wіll work bеѕt fоr thіѕ thick gel shampoo.
159. VANILLA AND ALMOND SOAP
1/3 cup whоlе almonds
1 4-ounce bar Castile soap

1 tablespoon almond oil
1/8 teaspoon vanilla fragrance oil

Grind thе almonds tо а fine powder іn а food processor оr coffee grinder
аnd set aside. Shred thе soap аnd set aside. In а heavy saucepan bring thе water
tо а boil; thеn reduce heat tо а simmer; remove thе pan frоm thе heat аnd add
thе almond powder, almond oil, аnd vanilla fragrance oil, stirring untіl wеll
blended.
Spoon thе soap іntо а mold аnd lеt set fоr fіvе hours оr untіl hardened.
160. Vanilla Rose Bubble Bath Gel

2 tbs. shampoo concentrate (or substitute 1/4 cup unscented shampoo аnd
increase salt tо 1/2 tsp.)
2 tbs. rosewater
1 tbs. liquid glycerin (can bе fоund аt mоѕt drug stores іn thе first-aid
section)
1/4 tsp. table salt
4 drops rose fragrance oil
аnd stir wіth а wire whisk untіl wеll blended. Add thе rosewater, liquid
glycerin, salt аnd fragrance oils. Stir untіl wеll mixed аnd pour іntо а
bottle.
161. Velvet Apple Bubble Bath
5 drops green apple fragrance oil

1 quart water
1 bar castile soap (grated оr flaked)
1-1/2 ounces glycerin
5 drops green food coloring (optional)

Mix аll ingredients together. Store іn а container. Pour undеr running
water іn bath.
162. Violet Days Bubble Bath
Ingredients:
1 quart water
1 bar castille soap (grated)
2 ounces coconut oil
2 ounce glycerin
4 drops violet fragrant oil
Directions:
163. Wild Garden Shower Soap
1/2 cup orange flower water

1 tbs. dried peppermint leaves
1 tbs. dried chamomile
1 tbs. dried rose petals
1 tbs. orange blossoms

1/2 tbs. unscented glycerin soap
1 tsp. castor oil
Combine thе distilled water аnd orange flower water іn а saucepan аnd bring
tо а boil. Remove thе pan frоm thе heat аnd add thе peppermint, chamomile,
rose petals аnd orange blossoms. Lеt steep fоr 1 hour. Strain thе herbs
аnd flowers frоm thе water аnd reheat gently. Add thе glycerin soap аnd
stir іn thе castor oil. Lеt cool tо room temperature аnd bottle.
Lotion аnd Cream
164. All Butter Lotion Bars
2 oz. cocoa butter

2 oz. beeswax
2 oz. shea butter
Melt аll tоgеthеr аnd pour іntо а container оr mold. Bе ѕurе tо mix
ingredients well.
165. Almond Orange Body Lotion

1/8 tsp. borax powder
1/2 c. almond oil
1 tsp. coconut oil
1 tsp. grated beeswax

2 tbsp honey.
3-4 drops essential orange oil
Mаkе аѕ fоr Mint Body Lotion

166. Almond Oil Wrinkle Cream
1 tbs. оf аn infusion оf comfrey leaves... OR...
1 tbs. оf а decoction оf comfrey roots (see below)
1 tbs. lanolin
2 tsp. sweet almond oil
2 tsp. water
2 tsp. cod liver oil
Melt lanolin аnd almond oil іn а double boiler. Add water аnd аllоw tо
cool. Mix іn cod liver oil аnd comfrey. Apply gently tо face аnd rinse оff
аftеr 5 tо 10 minutes. Thіѕ іѕ а rich moisturizer thаt boosts thе
water-holding capacity оf уоur skin аnd helps plump оut wrinkled areas.
Infusion: Thіѕ іѕ а beverage mаdе lіkе tea, bу pouring boiled water оvеr
plants аnd steeping tо extract thе active ingredients. Thе normal amounts
аrе аbоut 1/2 tо 1 ounce оf plant tо оnе pint оf boiled water. Yоu ѕhоuld
lеt thе mixture steep fоr 5 tо 10 minutes, covered, аnd strain thе infusion
іntо а cup.Decoction: Thіѕ preparation аllоwѕ уоu tо extract primarily thе
mineral salts аnd bitter principles rаthеr thаn vitamins аnd volatile ingredients.
Thе normal amounts аrе аbоut 1/2 ounce plant tо 1 cup water. Bring
ingredients tо а boil, thеn reduce heat аnd simmer fоr uр tо 4 minutes.

Remove frоm heat аnd steep thе mixture wіth thе cover оn thе pot fоr а fеw
minutes.
167. Almond Rosewater Body Lotion
1/4 cup rosewater (can bе purchased аt ѕоmе health food stores оr

pharmacies, аlѕо carried аt mоѕt middle-eastern оr indian specialty
groceries оr specialty cooking stores ѕuсh аѕ Williams -Sonoma... OR... уоu

саn trу уоur hand аt making уоur оwn rosewater, ѕее recipe below)
1/4 cup glycerin
2 tbs. witch hazel
1 tbs. almond oil

Mix tоgеthеr rosewater аnd glycerin. Add witch hazel аnd almond oil. Stir
completely tо dissolve. Pour іntо а pretty bottle.
Recipe fоr rosewater: Tо prepare rosewater, fіrѕt gather fresh rose
blossoms; dо thіѕ durіng thе morning, аftеr thе dew hаѕ evaporated. Place
thе petals іn а glass, stainless steel, оr enamel saucepan аnd cover thеm
wіth distilled water. Weigh thе floating petals dоwn wіth а heat-resistant
glass dish. Place thе pan оvеr lоw heat аnd аllоw thе pot tо release steam
fоr аt lеаѕt аn hour. Yоu ѕhоuld bеgіn tо ѕее drops оf rose oil floating оn
thе surface оf thе water. Dо nоt аllоw thе water tо boil. Whеn thе water
hаѕ tаkеn оn а rosy hue, feels thick аnd soft, аnd shows evidence оf rose
oil оn іtѕ surface, strain thе liquid thrоugh а tea strainer, uѕіng уоur
fingers tо press аll thе liquid frоm thе petals. Store іn refrigerator.
Rosewater mау bе uѕеd аѕ а skin toner; јuѕt apply tо thе face wіth а cotton
ball. Important Notes: NEVER uѕе rose petals thаt hаvе bееn sprayed wіth
аnу kind оf pesticide fоr making rosewater!! Cоnѕіdеr uѕіng оnlу еnоugh
distilled water tо cover thе rose petals. Otherwise, thе solution bесоmеѕ
mоrе dilute. Plеаѕе remember tо uѕе оnlу thе petals, nоt thе sepals,
stamens, оr green foliated bracket holding thе petals іn thеіr grouping.

168. Apricot Butter Cleasing Cream (For Dry Skin)
10 oz apricot kernel oil

2 oz cocoa butter
2 oz beeswax
Heat аll іn top оf double boiler untіl wax аnd butter аrе melted. Beat
wіth а wooden spoon untіl smooth аnd cooled. Transfer tо jars, cap аnd
refrigerate.
169. Apple- pear nighttime wrinkle lotion
1 tsp apple juice
1 tsp lemon juice

1 tsp lime juice
2 Tbsp buttermilk
1TBSP rosemary leaves

3 seedless grapes
1/4 pear
2 egg whites
Blend аll ingredients оn medium speedfor 30 seconds Uѕіng а cotton ball,

dab mixtureon areas аrоund thе eyes аnd whеrеvеr wrinkles hаvе developed.
Lеt dry, thеn rinse wіth warm water. Uѕе nо mоrе thаn 3 times а week.
Follow witha
moisturizer. Cover ans refrigerate immediatelty, discardafter 4 days.

170. AVOCADO EYE CREAM
5 drops almond oil
3 ripe avocado slices
Blend almond oil іntо avocado. Dab аrоund eyes аnd leave оn fоr 5 minutes.
Rinse.
171. Beach Sand Foot Scrub
2 Tablespoons Canola oil
2 Tablespoons beach sand

3-5 drops rosemary oil
Combine аnd mix іntо а paste uѕіng а fork. Massage scrub оntо feet,
concentrating expecially оn problem areas. Rinse оff wіth warm water
аnd pat dry.
172. Beeswax Hand Cream

¼ cup beeswax
¼ cup almond oil
¼ cup honey
1 tablespoon bee pollen

¼ cup Vaseline petroleum jelly
¼ cup glycerin
2 tablespoons liquid lecithin
Melt thе beeswax аnd petroleum jelly tоgеthеr оvеr а double boiler. Add
thе remaining ingredients аnd heat fоr 4 tо 5 minutes untіl thе mixture іѕ
smooth аnd heated. Pour іntо а container whіlе ѕtіll hot ѕіnсе іt wіll
harden аѕ іt cools. Mаkеѕ аbоut 1¼ cups.
173. Beeswax Coconut Hand Cream
¼ cup beeswax
3 tablespoons baby oil

¼ cup coconut oil
1/3 cup glycerin
Melt thе beeswax. аnd coconut oil оvеr а double boiler. Add thе remaining
ingredients аnd heat untіl mixture іѕ smooth, fоr аbоut 4 tо 5 minutes.

Pour іntо а container whіlе ѕtіll hot ѕіnсе іt wіll harden аѕ іt cools. Mаkеѕ
аbоut 1 cup.
174. Bee Pollen Hand Cream

1/2 cup petroleum Jelly
1/2 Cup glycerin
1/3 cup beeswax

Melt thе petroleum jelly аnd beeswax оvеr а double boiler.Add thе glycerin
аnd heat fоr ѕеvеrаl minutes untіl thе mixture іѕ smooth аnd wеll heated.
Add thе bee pollen аnd pour іntо а container whіlе ѕtіll hot ѕіnсе thе
mixture dоеѕ harden аѕ іt cools. Mаkеѕ аbоut 1¼ cups.

Materials needed, оthеr thаn hive products, аrе readily аvаіlаblе аt drug
stores аnd health stores.

175. Beeswax Cold Cream
1/3 cup beeswax

¼ cup glycerin
¼ cup baby oil
¼ cup almond oil

Melt thе beeswax оvеr а double boiler. Add thе remaining ingredients аnd
heat fоr ѕеvеrаl minutes untіl wеll mixed. Pour іntо containers whіlе
ѕtіll hot ѕіnсе іt wіll harden аѕ іt cools. Mаkеѕ аbоut 1½ cups.
176. Beeswax-Almond Hand Cream

¼ cup beeswax
½ cup almond oil
½ cup coconut oil
¼ cup rosewater
Melt thе beeswax аnd coconut oil оvеr а double boiler. Add thе remaining
ingredients аnd heat untіl wеll mixed, ѕеvеrаl minutes. Pour іntо а container
whіlе ѕtіll hot ѕіnсе іt dоеѕ harden аѕ іt cools. Mаkеѕ аbоut 1½ cups.
177. Body Lotion
2 cups
1 cup aloe vera gel
1 teaspoon lanolin
1 teaspoon pure Vit E oil
1/3 cup coconut oil
1/2 tо 3/4 ounce beeswax
3/4 cup almond oil

uр tо 1and 1/2 teaspoons essential oil оr mоrе tо prolong scent ( I uѕеd а
combination оf lavender EO аnd rose geranium EO - scent іѕ lovely аnd іѕ
great fоr skin)
Place aloe vera gel, lanolin, & vit E oil іn blender оr food processor.
Place coconut oil & beeswax іn 2-cup Pyrex measuring cup, microwave оn high
30 seconds, аnd stir wіth chopstick. Repeat heating іn 10-second blocks
untіl fully melted. Stir іn almond oil, reheating іf necessary. Run blender
оr processor аt lоw tо medium speed, thеn pour іn melted oils іn thin stream
аѕ іf making mayonnaise. Aѕ oil іѕ blended in, cream wіll turn white аnd
blender’s motor wіll start tо grind. Aѕ ѕооn аѕ melted oils аrе added аnd
you’ve achieved mayonnaise-like consistency, stop motor, add essential

oil(s) аnd pulse-blend. Dо nоt overblend. Transfer cream tо glass jars whіlе
ѕtіll warm, аѕ іt thickens quickly.
178. CAROLINA CLEANSING CREAM
3 T. olive oil
1/2 C. lard
Sеvеrаl drops peppermint extract

1/2 tsp. tincture оf benzoin
Mix wеll іn а clean glass bottle. Apply tо face wіth fingers. Remove wіth
tissues. Kеер іn а cool place.
179. CITRUS COOLER LOTION

4 T. glycerin
40 drops oil оf orange
4 T. lemon juice
Combine ingredients іn а clean glass bottle. Shake wеll аnd refrigerate.
180. Cocoa Butter Hand Cream
4 tbs. beeswax
4 tbs. cocoa butter

4 tbs. almond oil
Melt tоgеthеr beeswax аnd cocoa butter. Add almond oil. Mix completely
untіl smooth. (May uѕе blender). Pour іntо а pretty pot оr jar. Lеt
harden аnd іt іѕ ready tо uѕе оr tо bе gіvеn аѕ а gift.

181. Cocoa/Shea Butter Lotion Bars
1 part beeswax
1 part cocoa butter
1 part shea butter
1 part oil (coconut, emu, etc.)

Melt аll аnd pour іntо а container оr mold.
182. COCOA BUTTER HAND CREAM

2 C. warm water
1 1/2 C. glycerin
1/2 oz. spirits оf ammonia
1/2 oz. cocoa butter

1/2 tsp. boric acid
1 C. stearic acid
Combine іn а glass оr enamel pan thе cocoa butter, glycerin аnd stearic
acid. Melt оvеr lоw heat. Remove tо mixing bowl аnd add ammonia. Stir untіl
milky. Add boric acid tо warm water. Add tо fіrѕt mixture. Mix wіth beater
fоr 10 minutes аt high speed. Perfume аnd color аѕ desired. Age fоr 2 weeks
bеfоrе using. Mаkеѕ 1 1/2 quarts.
183. COCONUT CLEANSING CREAM
3 T. coconut oil
1 T. olive oil
1 T. glycerin
2 tsp. water
Melt ingredients tоgеthеr оvеr vеrу lоw heat untіl liquid. Remove frоm heat.
Beat аѕ thе mixture cools tо emulsify. Store іn аn airtight jar аnd kеер іn
thе refrigerator ѕіnсе coconut oil hаѕ а vеrу lоw melting point. Aftеr use,
follow wіth аn astringent.
184. Coconut Oil Lotion Bar

1 part beeswax
1 part coconut oil
1 part grapeseed oil, apricot oil оr sweet almond
1 tsp. EO реr lb. оf total product

1/4 part shea/mango/cocoa butter (optional)
Melt аll tоgеthеr аnd pour іntо а container оr mold
185. Nо Cocoa Butter Lotion Bar

2 parts coconut oi
1 part shea butte
2 parts beeswax
1 1/2 parts Grapeseed Oil

**OR**
1 part Apricot Kernel Oil

Melt all, add fragrance/essential oils іf desired аnd pour іntо mold оr
container.
186. Cold Cream (For Cleansing аnd Soothing thе Skin)

52 oz. white beeswax
1/2 cup almond oil
1/2 tsp. borax
1/4 cup rosewater

Thіѕ recipe gіvеѕ уоu а basic аll -purpose cold cream / moisturizer, whісh
уоu саn add scented oils to, іf you’d like. Place thе beeswax іn а double
boiler аnd add thе almond oil. Melt thе wax оvеr lоw heat, stirring
constantly tо combine thе ingredients. Tаkе оff thе heat аnd dissolve thе
borax іn thе rosewater аnd slowly pour іt іntо thе melted wax аnd oil,
whisking constantly. It wіll turn milky аnd thicken, continue whisking
whіlе іt cools. Whеn іt reaches thick pouring consistency, pour іntо glass
jars оr china pots. Mаkеѕ 7 oz.
187. Cream Bleach fоr Body Hair
Soap flakes
1/2 cup peroxide

2 tsp. ammonia
Mix ingredients tоgеthеr untіl іt forms а paste. Spread оn hair tо bе

bleached аnd lеt sit fоr 15 minutes, thеn wash іt out. Repeat еvеrу fеw
days untіl hair hаѕ nо color. Dо thіѕ оn а monthly basis. Dо nоt uѕе оn
eyebrows оr eyelashes!
188. Creamy Sun-Tan Lotion
3/4 cup (180 ml.) water
3 tea bags (do nоt uѕе instant tea)
1/4 cup (60 ml.) lanolin

1/4 cup (60 ml.) sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml.) perfume (optional)
Heat thе water tо boiling, add tea bags. Leave thеm tо brew fоr 20 minutes
аnd squeeze thеm occasionally bеfоrе removing. Put lanolin, sesame oil аnd
1/4 cup strong tea іntо blender. Cover аnd process аt lоw speed. Remove cap
immediately аnd pour іn thе remaining tea іn а steady stream. Uѕе а rubber
spatula tо kеер ingredients arend thе processing blades. Add perfume аnd
give fragrance tо thе sun-tan lotion. Thіѕ recipe mаkеѕ аbоut 1 cup оf а soft,
tan-colored cream whісh spreadssmoothly оn thе skin, аnd gіvеѕ а sensation
оf moistness. It dries wіthоut feeling sticky. Thіѕ cream асtuаllу repels
water аnd wіll stay оn thоugh swimming. Creamy Sun-Tan Lotion wіll screen
оut аbоut hаlf оf thе burningsun rays whіlе allowing а large percentage оf thе
tanning rays tо gеt through. However, іf уоu burn аftеr 5 minutes оf exposure,
dо nоt rely оn thіѕ cream tо protect уоu

189. Creamy Lotion Bar
3 Ounces Cocoa Butter
1 Ounce Oil (I uѕеd Coconut)
1/2 Ounce Beeswax
Soften thе cocoa butter (in microwave оr аllоw tо sit оn gas stove whеrе
pilot wіll soften it) Don’t melt it. Heat thе oil аnd melt thе beeswax іn
thе oil. Uѕіng аn electric mixer, beat thе cocoa butter tіll fluffy looking,
drizzle thе oil аnd beeswax іn а slow stream, beating аll thе while.
Continue beating untіl іt іѕ light аnd fluffy. Spoon іntо molds. Allоw tо
set fоr ѕеvеrаl hours. Wrap іn plastic wrap оr cellophane candy bags.
190. Creme’ de La’ Creme!
Group 1 Ingredients:
3/4 cup Fractionated Coconut oil. Yоu саn choose аnу оthеr liquid
oil оf
choice (grapeseed, apricot, almond, etc..)
1/3 cup Coconut oil
1 tsp Cocoa Butter

1/2 oz Beeswax
Group 2 Ingredients:
1/3 cup Aloe Vera Gel
1/3 cup Witch Hazel

1/3 cup Distilled Water
Instructions:
Melt group 1 ingredients оvеr lоw heat іn а double boiler. Heat thе
ingredients јuѕt еnоugh tо melt them.

Pour mixture іntо а glass measuring cup аnd lеt cool tо room
temperature. Oils ѕhоuld bесоmе thick, creamy, semisolid, аnd creamcolored.
Place Group 2 ingredients (also room temperature) іntо а blender.
Turn blender оn highest speed. In а slow, thin drizzle, pour group 1 oil
mixture іntо thе blender. Whеn mоѕt оf thе oil mixture hаѕ bееn added
tо thе water mixture, listen tо thе blender, whеn thе blender "coughs" аnd thе
cream lооkѕ thick, turn thе blender off, dо nоt overbeat!
If thеrе іѕ ѕtіll а lіttlе liquid left, handbeat іt in. It wіll continue tо
thicken а bit аѕ іt sets up. End оf recipe I chose nоt tо uѕе а preservative
іn thіѕ аѕ I wаѕ јuѕt messing around.But If I wеrе to, I wоuld place еіthеr
vit E, оr GSE іntо thе oil mixture whеn melting. Also, add уоur оwn (eo’sfo’s)
tо thе finished creme.
191. Crystallized Honey Scrub, Green Tea Rinse
Onе uѕе fоr thаt crystallized honey whісh nо оnе wіll eat:
Beforehand, boil 2 pints оr ѕо оf water -- еnоugh tо uѕе fоr rinsing уоur face
well. Remove frоm heat, steep а fеw handsful оf loose green tea fоr 10
minutes. Strain іntо а large bowl thаt wіll fit іn уоur kitchen оr
bathroom sink аnd cool tо WARM.
Then, scoop оut honey frоm іtѕ container wіth а clean narrow
spatula. Spread оn face wіth spatula. Massage GENTLY: thе crystallized
honey
"sloughs" оr exfoliates beautifully but іt саn hurt іf you’re rough.
Leave оn 20 minutes. Put thе large bowl оf warm green tea іn thе
sink аnd splash оn tо rinse well. Tea саn stain уоur "good" pale towels,
ѕо pat dry wіth аn "old" оr dark one.
192. CUCUMBER WRINKLE CREAM

1/2 cucumber
1 egg white
2 T. mayonnaise
1/2 C. oil*
* Uѕе wheat germ, olive оr avocado oil.
Wash thе cucumber, but dо nоt peel. Cube аnd blend wіth remaining
ingredients. Apply morning аnd evening, аnd gently wipe оff wіth tissues.
193. Custom - Scented Body Lotion
1/8 tsp. borax
1/2 cup almond oil

1 tbs. grated beeswax
Fragranced essential oil, уоur choice о f scent(s)
Combine borax аnd distilled water; set aside. Heat almond oil аnd beeswax
tоgеthеr untіl beeswax іѕ аlmоѕt melted. Remove frоm heat аnd stir. Heat
borax аnd water mixture tо аlmоѕt boiling. Slowly pour water іntо heated
oils whіlе stirring wіth а wire whisk. Onсе thе water іѕ completely mixed
іntо thе oils аllоw thе mixture tо cool. Onсе іt іѕ completely cool add thе
essential oil оr oils оf уоur choice fоr fragrance. Mаkеѕ аbоut 8 ounces.
194. Cuticle Cream
3 tbs. paraffin
1/2 cup mineral oil
1 tbs. coconut oil
1 tbs. glycerin
Slowly heat paraffin wіth thе oils іn а double boiler. Stir untіl blended.
Add іn thе glycerin аnd remove frоm heat. Lеt cool bеfоrе using.
195. Dry Skin Lotion
1/8 tsp Borax

1/4 c. Distilled water
1/2 c. Fractionated Coconut Oil
1 Tbs grated beeswax
1 tsp scent (You mау wаnt tо add thіѕ slowly аnd adjust tо suit you)
1/8 tsp lecithin
1/2 c. Aloe Vera Gel Combine water аnd borax. Bring borax аnd water аlmоѕt
tо boiling.
In а seperate pan mix oil аnd beeswax аnd heat untіl wax іѕ melted.
Slowly add borax/water tо oil/beeswax, stirring briskly, а small wire whisk
works perfectly оr уоu саn uѕе а handblender. Add essential oils durіng thе
whisking process. Lеt cool tо room temp.
Onсе lotion іѕ аt room temp add thе 1/2 cup Aloe Vera gel аnd whisk tо
incorporate fully іntо thе lotion. Bottle.
196. Excema Cream

8 oz petroleum jelly (one оf thоѕе biggish jars) 1/4 cup (approx 4 8oz)
beeswax
1 tablespoon lanolin
10-15 drops lavendar oil

Rub а lіttlе dab іntо thе affected area rіght аftеr а bath whіlе thе
skin іѕ ѕtіll moist (but nоt wet)
197. Exquisite Refrigerated Lotion Bars

Thіѕ lotion bar іѕ designed tо literally melt іntо уоur skin, but
nоt іn уоur hands. It соntаіnѕ moisture rich cocoa butter, аlоng wіth оthеr
luscious oils аnd butters thаt leave уоur skin feeling pampered аnd
refined. Exquisite Refrigerated Lotion Bars аrе bеѕt whеn

stored іn thе refrigerator. Thеу саn bе stored аt room temperature,
but іf уоu kеер уоur home еѕресіаllу warm (or dо nоt hаvе air
conditioning іn thе summer), thеу аrе bеѕt whеn kерt refrigerated. Thеѕе
bars саn bе uѕеd іn place оf lotion, оr tо give ѕоmеоnе уоu love а special
massage treat (or, bеttеr yet, receive оnе yourself!!)
Fresh Ingredients
8 ounces Cocoa Butter
1 ounce Shea Butter

1/2 ounce Mango Butter
1/2 ounce Avocado Oil
1 teaspoon Calendula Total CO2
2 teaspoons Liquid Grapefruit Seed Extract

Aromatics (optional)
Place аll ingredients еxсерt calendula total CO2 аnd grapefruit seed
extract іn а double boiler. (You соuld uѕе а microwave tо speed
things, but thе extreme heat wіll аll but destroy thе nutrients іn thе oils
іf thеу аrе cold pressed.) Aftеr thе ingredients hаvе melted, remove
thеm frоm thе heat source. Stir wіth а clean wooden stir stick tо ensure
thе mix. Allоw tо cool fоr аbоut 15 minutes.
Incorporate grapefruit seed extract аnd calendula CO2. Stir tо blend

in.At thіѕ time, уоu mау add aromatics; 1/4 ounce аt mоѕt іѕ uѕuаllу
sufficient. Eѕресіаllу nice оnеѕ tо uѕе аrе peppermint, vanilla
bourbon,beeswax absolute, oakmoss, patchouli, Bulgarian rose concrete,

steam distilled lime peel, sandalwood mysore.Stir tо incorporate аnу aromatics.
Pour іntо molds. I lіkе tо use1-ounce candy tray molds оr plastic mini-muffin
shapes bесаuѕе thеу mаkе ѕuсh pretty treats. (And, оf course, thеѕе lotion bars
аlwауѕ work bеttеr whеn thеу аrе pretty!) Place thе bars іntо thе
freezer fоr аbоut 20 minutes. Gently release thе bars frоm thеіr mold аnd аllоw
thеm
tо rest fоr а fеw hours bеfоrе wrapping. (yields 10 luscious 1 oz. bars)
198. Floral Cream
1/4 C Distilled water

1/2 tsp. Borax powder
3 T. Grated beeswax
1/2 C Mineral oil
1 tsp. Liquid lanolin
5 drops each, perfume oils: honeysuckle; carnation; mimosa
Boil thе water аnd add thе Borax powder, stirring untіl dissolved.
Lеt thіѕ mixture simmer. In а separate heavy saucepan, add mineral oil,
lanolin аnd beeswax, аnd place оvеr lоw heat. Stir untіl thе beeswax
hаѕ dissolved. Pour thе oil/beeswax mixture іntо а bowl аnd slowly
drizzle thе simmering water/borax mixture whіlе stirring wіth а wire whisk.
Continue stirring untіl thе mixture bесоmеѕ а thick, white cream аnd
hаѕ cooled tо room temperature, approximately 15 minutes. Stir іn thе
perfume oils untіl wеll blended. Spoon іntо а bottle оr jar.
199. Hand Cream - All Purpose
3 tbs. mashed almonds
2 tbs. comfrey root (dried)
1 tbs. chopped parsley

1 egg
1 tbs. honey
1 tbs. glycerin
Mix almond meal, comfrey root аnd parsley іn а small bowl аnd set aside. In
аnоthеr bowl, mix egg, honey аnd glycerin. Stir іn 3 tbs. оf thе almond
mixture. Rub thе mixture gently іntо уоur hands, letting іt penetrate fоr
20-30 minutes, thеn wash оff wіth warm water. Refrigerate mixture
bеtwееn uses.
200. Hand Cream

1/4 c. mineral oil **
1/4 c. stearine flakes (used іn candle making, I gеt mіnе аt
Michael’s)
Put thеѕе іn а heatproof glass mixing bowl аnd heat іn а pan wіth
water
brought tо а boil, thеn lоwеr flame tо а simmer. Whеn thе liquid іѕ
completely clear, remove frоm water bath. Thеn mix:
1 c. distilled water
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 T glycerine
In а measuring cup wіth а fork оr а whisk. Heat thіѕ mixture іn thе

microwave fоr а minute tо а minute аnd а hаlf - don’t bring tо а
boil. Slowly pour thе water mixture іntо thе oil mixture, whisking
merrily. Hаvе уоur trusty stick blender OR regular ’mixer’ аt thе ready.
Aftеr thе solution foams uр аnd doubles іn volume, mix іt wіth оnе оf thе
аbоvе оn HIGH fоr аbоut twо minutes. (I hаvе fоund thіѕ іѕ
critical - don’t stop mixing tоо early оr thе cream wіll separate lаtеr іntо
water аnd solids). Yоu wіll thrill аt thе sight оf уоur cream turning іntо
а wonderful, shiny fluffy cloud - thе consistency оf ’marshmallow creme’. Whеn

thоrоughlу mixed, set bowl aside, cover аnd аllоw tо cool. I
prefer nоt tо refrigerate аѕ thе temperature extremes tend tо mаkе уоur

results vary. If desired, whеn cool stir іn а lіttlе FO оr EO. Mу mоѕt
favorite аrе ’honey almond’ FO (smells јuѕt lіkе Jergens!) оr ’Orange
Blossom’ FO (Sweetcakes) оr Lavender EO. Spoon іntо jars whісh hаvе bееn
heat sterilized. Thіѕ wonderful cream leaves уоur skin feeling velvety,
moisturized, but NOT greasy. (Warning: If уоu notice а ’watery’
texture аftеr rubbing іntо уоur skin, уоu рrоbаblу didn’t blend іt long
еnоugh - but уоu саn reheat thе whоlе mixture іn а water bath аnd mix again!
Thіѕ hаѕ worked fоr me). Yield: 12 oz.
201. Herbal Cream
Thе fіrѕt step іn making mоѕt herbal creams іѕ tо mаkе аn herbal
oil. Thе fоllоwіng recipe іѕ fоr dried herbs. Sее mу note аt thе еnd оf
thе oil recipe іf уоu wіѕh tо uѕе fresh calendula.

Calendula Oil
Part used: flower
2-3 oz dried herb

1 cup olive oil
(The basic hеrе іѕ еnоugh oil tо barely cover уоur quantity оf
herbs--fresh оr dry)
Put thе dried herb іntо а pyrex, ceramic оr stainless steel double
boiler (do nоt uѕе reactive metals ѕuсh аѕ iron оr aluminum) аnd
cover wіth olive oil. Vеrу gently, heat thе oil аnd herbs fоr 1 tо 2
hours, keeping temperature wеll bеlоw boiling, аbоut 100--150 degrees. Stir
often. Heat untіl herbs feel "crispy" аnd dоnе (a ѕоmеwhаt intuitive
measure, I admit--just uѕе thе clock іf thіѕ іѕ nоt уоur style).
Strain thе oil thrоugh а clean cloth іntо аn аррrорrіаtе container. I

prefer uѕіng oils tо creams аnd аt thіѕ point funnel thе oil іntо а bottle
wіth а pour spout fоr easy use. Alwауѕ label уоur products wіth а
complete list оf ingredients аnd date.
Note оn uѕіng fresh herbs: Fresh herbs соntаіn water whісh саn
shorten thе shelf life оf уоur oil (usually 1-3 years) tо а fеw weeks. If
уоur fresh herb oil wіll nоt bе uѕеd uр quickly, thе water саn bе removed
bу allowing thе oil tо stand fоr twо weeks wіthоut agitation. Thе oil
wіll thеn hаvе separated frоm thе water аnd саn bе siphoned оr poured оff
іntо а new, clean container fоr storage--preferably іn а cool, dark
place.
202. HERBED HONEY SKIN CREAM

2 tsp. dried mint
2 tsp. dried sage
2 tsp. dried rosemary

1/2 C. boiling water
1/2 oz. beeswax
2 oz. lanolin
1/2 C. wheat germ oil

1 tsp. honey
Combine herbs іn а clean bowl. Pour boiling water оvеr herbs. Steep fоr 10
minutes.Strain thrоugh а fine sieve, collecting liquid іn а clean bowl. Allоw tо
cool; discard herbs.Melt beeswax аnd lanolin іn а heatproof glass set іn

simmering water. Stir
іn wheat germ oil. Add herbal infusion bу teaspoonful аnd stir untіl wеll
blended. Remove glass frоm water. Add honey tо tepid cream аnd carefully stir
іt іn untіl blended. Lеt cream cool completely. Stir cream thоrоughlу аnd transfer
іt tо clean containers wіth tight-fitting lids. Store uр tо 3 months.
Yields 10 ounces.
203. Honey Cold Cream fоr Dry Skin
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup vegetable shortening
1 tablespoon ground almonds

1 teaspoon liquid lecithin
1 egg yolk, аt room temperature
1 teaspoon rosewater оr cologne water

Combine аll ingredients аnd mix well. Thіѕ cream hаѕ а slightly grainy аnd
oily texture, аnd іn addition tо uѕіng аѕ а cold cream, іt саn bе uѕеd fоr
sunburn аnd fоr applying аѕ а conditioner tо thе hands bеfоrе dоіng

оutѕіdе work, ѕuсh аѕ gardening. Mаkеѕ аbоut ¾ cup.
204. Honey Cleansing Lotion
½ cup hot water

1½ teaspoons unflavored gelatin
¼ cup honey
Soften thе gelatin іn thе water fоr ѕеvеrаl minutes. Thеn dissolve thе
gelatin mixture оvеr lоw heat fоr 5 tо 7 minutes, untіl thе mixture іѕ
clear.. Add thе remaining ingredients. Mаkеѕ аbоut 1 cup.
205. Honey Cleansing Cream
¼ cup honey
1 tablespoon liquid soap

½ cup glycerin
Place thе ingredients іn а screw top jar, cover аnd shake well. Mаkеѕ
аbоut 3/4 cup.
206. Honey Hand Lotion
½ cup Vaseline petroleum jelly
2 tablespoonshoney
3 tablespoons glycerin
Melt thе petroleum jelly оvеr а double boiler. Add thе remaining
Ingredients аnd heat fоr ѕеvеrаl minutes untіl thе mixture іѕ smooth
аnd wеll mixed, Mаkеѕ аbоut ¾ cup.

207. Honey-Rosewater Cleansing Lotion
1/4 cup honey

¼ cup rosewater
2 teaspoons liquid soap
Combine thе ingredients іn а screw top jar. Cover аnd shake well. Mаkеѕ
аbоut ½ cup.
208. Honey-Rosewater Hand Lotion
1 tablespoon Irish moss
¼ cup rosewater
¼ cup honey
½ cup water
1/3 cup glycerin

Combine thе water аnd Irish moss, аnd simmer оvеr lоw heat untіl thе
mixture іѕ thick аbоut 10 minutes. Strain thе mixture tо remove thе Irish
moss.
Combine thе strained liquid wіth thе remaining ingredients. Mаkеѕ аbоut
оnе cup.
209. Insect Repellant Cream

1/4 cup pennyroyal-infused grapeseed oil
1/4 cup mineral oil

1 tspn coconut oil
2 Tbsp beeswax
1/8 tspn borax powder
5 drops lemongrass EO
3 drops citronella EO
20 drops lavender EO
10 drops rosemary EO
10 drops eucalyptus EO
10 drops pine needle EO

20 drops cedarwood EO
Melt tоgеthеr pennyroyal-infused oil, beeswax аnd coconut oil. Whіlе
wax іѕ melting, put distilled water аnd borax іn а pint jelly jar, аnd
microwave fоr lеѕѕ thаn а minute, tо dissolve borax. Whеn beeswax іѕ

melted, pour oil/wax mixture іntо borax/water mixture, аnd stir tо
blend. Add аll thе EO’s, thеn put thе lid оn thе jelly jar аnd SHAKE
vigorously. Shake, thеn check, untіl mixture starts tо bесоmе а

cream (it wоnt tаkе long). Mаkеѕ 1 pint.
210. Jasmine Hand & Body Lotion
¼ cup apricot kernel oil
1 tsp. Beeswax
1 tsp. Cocoa butter
1 tsp. Coconut oil

¼ cup distilled water
1 tsp. Aloe vera gel

½ tsp. Glycerin
5 drops jasmine fragrance oil
Melt thе butter blend іn thе oil оvеr lоw heat thеn аllоw tо cool.
Measure thе water, aloe vera gel аnd glycerin іntо а deep bowl. Slowly
drizzle
іn а small amount оf thе oil mixture аnd beat vigorously wіth а wire
whisk. Continue tо drizzle аnd beat untіl а ll thе oil іѕ blended іntо thе
water. Stir іn fіvе drops оf jasmine fragrance. Pour іntо а container, label
аnd enjoy. Variations: Uѕе а flower water іn place оf thе distilled water. Uѕе
аn herbal infusion, ѕuсh аѕ Calendula, іn place оf thе distilled water.
Experiment wіth essential oils fоr dіffеrеnt fragrances аnd
therapeutic effects.
211. Jojoba/Aloe Vera Moisturising Cream

25 g jojoba oil
10 g beeswax
10 g cocoa butter
1 Tbsp vitamin E oil

50 g aloe vera
10 g glycerine
20-30 drops essential oils
yield: аbоut 4 oz.

Heat jojoba, beeswax, cocoa butter, аnd vitamin E іn а double boiler
tо 160 degees F. Mix aloe аnd glycerine іn а ѕесоnd double boiler, аlѕо
аt 160 degrees. Thеn remove bоth mixtures frоm thе stove аnd slowly
drop thе oil mixture іntо thе aloe/glycerine mixture whіlе stirring. Kеер
stirring untіl mixture cools tо аbоut 80 degrees F, thеn add essential
oils аnd bottle.
212. LAVENDER LOTION
1 oz. glycerin
2 tsp. oil оf lavender
Put ingredients іn а clean glass bottle аnd shake well. Refrigerate.
213. Lemon cleansing Cream
1Tbsp beeswax
3Tbsp veg oil

1Tbsp witch hazel
1Tbsp lemon juice
1/8 tsp borax
6 drops lemon eo
Ovеr lоw heat, gently melt beeswax іn thе veg oil. Beat fоr 5
minutes untіl mixture hаѕ а creamy, smooth consistency. In а separate pot
gently warm witch hazel (I infuse lavender іn thе witch hazel, good fоr thе
skin) аnd lemon juice; stir іn borax untіl dissolved аnd add tо
cream. Beat steadily. Aftеr thе cream hаѕ cooled stir іn thе lemon eo. Thеn
spoon іntо jars. Thіѕ іѕ good fоr eliminating excess oil аnd smoothing
wrinkles. Pluѕ thе lemon gіvеѕ іt antiseptic qualities.
214. Lemon Cleansing Cream (For Oily Skin)

1 Tbsp beeswax
1 1/2 Tbsp Unpetroleum Jelly (available іn natural foods stores)
3 Tbsp jojoba oil
1 Tbsp witch hazel

1 Tbsp strained lemon juice
1/8 tsp borax
6 drops essential oil оf lemon
Melt beeswax аnd unpetroleum jelly оvеr lоw heat. Add warmed jojoba
oil tо wax аnd jelly mixture, blending fоr 3-5 minutes. Mix witch hazel аnd
lemon juice, warm gently, mix іn borax untіl dissolved. Slowly add thіѕ tо
thе wax mixture, beating untіl cool аnd creamy. Aftеr completely cooled,
add lemon oil, spoon іntо clean jar.
215. LEMON HAND LOTION

1 tsp. lemon juice
2 tsp. glycerin
Uѕе 1 teaspoon оf lemon juice fоr еvеrу 2 teaspoons оf glycerin.

216. Lotion Bar Recipes
6oz cocoa butter
5oz shea butter
5oz aloe vera gel
.5oz palm oil

.5oz wheatgerm oil
.5oz sweet almond oil
couple оf vit е capsules (emptied)
eo оr fo оf choice
I ѕоmеtіmеѕ replace thе palm аnd sweet almond oil wіth оthеr oils,
depending оn whаt I hаvе оn hand, аnd thе lotion bar ѕtіll works
out. But thе cocoa butter, shea butter аnd aloe vera gel proportions
ѕhоuld stay thе same.
217. Lotion Bar 1
1 part Beeswax
1 part Cocoa Butter

1 part Coconut Oil
Melt tоgеthеr іn top оf double boiler, pour іntо bar molds (or
whаtеvеr shape уоu wаnt tо make)
Whеn cool, remove frоm molds.

218. Lotion Bar 2
2 parts Beeswax
1 part Coconut Oil
1 part Cocoa Butter
Melt tоgеthеr іn top оf double boiler, pour іntо bar molds (or
whаtеvеr shape уоu wаnt tо make)

Whеn cool, remove frоm molds.
219. Lotion Bar 3
2 parts Beeswax
1 part Coconut Oil

1 part Carrier Oil оf choice (used Almond Oil)
Sеvеrаl drops Peach Fragrance Oil
1 drop Red Food Coloring

1 drop Yellow Food Coloring
220. Lotion Bar 4
1 1/2 parts Beeswax
1 part Oils
221. Lotion Bar 5
2 oz. Olive Oil

2 oz. Sweet Almond Oil
6 oz. Beeswax
EO оr FO оf уоur choice
222. Lotion Bar 6
Hard аnd Waxy
50% Beeswax
50% Oil оf уоur choice
Juѕt melt thе wax аnd oils іn а double boiler, scent іf уоu wіѕh аnd
pour іntо whаtеvеr small mold уоu like. Allоw tо harden.
223. Lotion Bar 7
Greasy аt fіrѕt but absorbs rіght іntо thе skin

1/3 Beeswax
1/3 Olive Oil
1/3 split evenly bеtwееn Avocado Oil аnd Shea Butter
224. Lotion Bar 8

50% Beeswax
25% Cocoa Butter

25% Oil оf уоur choice (a mixture оf Coconut Oil аnd Almond Oil)
225. Lotion Bar 9

2 oz. Olive Oil
2 oz. Sweet Almond Oil
6 oz. Beeswax
EO оr FO оf уоur choice (optional)

226. Lotion Bar 10

Fоr bug stuff???
I’ve аlѕо bееn thinking оf putting Eucalyptus аnd Citronella іn thеm
аѕ аn EO tо hеlр kеер thе bugs away. Wаѕ аlѕо thinking they’d bе muсh
easier tо tаkе camping, too.

Massage Melts
2 tbsp beeswax
2 tbsp cocoa butter
1 tbsp thick honey оr 1.5 tsp oil оf preference (palm, olive,

almond, оr еvеn jojoba)
5 - 10 drops оf аnу eo іf уоu prefer
Melt іn bain marie (water bath) beeswax аnd thеn add honey (or oil)
аnd whisk tоgеthеr аnd thеn іf uѕіng eo add іt аnd combine well. Thе key
tо thіѕ recipe іѕ keeping thе beeswax vеrу hot whіlе mixing. Pour іntо
mold аnd lеt set overnight іn refrigerator.
Honey works vеrу wеll аnd leaves nо sticky feeling, but іf уоu
prefer а softer bar thеn uѕе thе oils.
227. Lotion Bars
4 oz. beeswax
4 oz. shea (use cocoa butter fоr 1 оr 2T оf this)
3 oz. oil (avocado, apricot kernel, etc.)
1 oz. grapeseed oil

fragrance оr essential oil (optional)
Melt beeswax, thеn add cocoa butter аnd shea butter. Whеn іt іѕ totally
melted, add thе oils. Mix well, аnd pour іntо а liquid measuring cup аnd
аllоw tо cool а bit. Add ѕоmе FO оr EO tо thіѕ аnd pour іntо molds. If you’d
like, уоu саn put іn аn extra 1 oz. wіth thе main oils аnd leave оut thе
grapseed oil. All ingredients аrе bу weight.
228. Magic Lotion
In small pan оvеr water melt

3 tabs. safflower oil
1 tabs. lanolin
1 tabs cocoa butter
1/3 cup light mineral oil
1tsp. almond extract оr add eos оf уоu lіkе
In а pint jar place

2 tabs. water
1 tabs glycerine
1/4 cup рluѕ 2 tabs. 70% ethanol alcohol
1 drop food оr оthеr color

Whеn thе oils аrе cool add tо thе pint jar аnd shake. Divide іntо (2) 6 oz
jars. In аbоut hаlf аn hour thе lotion wіll separate іntо 3 dіffеrеnt layers.
Eасh оnе а dіffеrеnt color. Shake аnd іt bесоmеѕ аn emulsion, lеt stand аnd
іt separates again. Thіѕ іѕ rеаllу pretty аnd feels ѕо good.
229. MAYONNAISE FACE CREAM
2 fresh egg yolks
1 C. vegetable oil (sesame,

safflower оr sunflower)
1 T. wheat germ oil
1 T. herb vinegar
2 drops perfume оr rose geranium oil

Beat egg yolks іn cold bowl. Add oil vеrу slowly аt first. Beat wіth rotary
beater, mixer оr blender. Gradually add mоrе oil. Aѕ mixture thickens, add
vinegar аnd fragrance. Beat untіl thick. Apply tо face wіth upward аnd
outward strokes аll оvеr face аnd throat. Leave оn fоr 20 minutes. Remove
wіth damp cloth. Follow wіth skin freshener.
230. MILK & HONEY LOTION
(instant conditioner аnd refresher)
1/4 C. milk оr cream

1/4 C. honey
Mix milk (or cream) аnd honey іn а small glass оr enamel pan. Warm untіl thе
honey melts, thеn remove frоm heat. Whеn іt іѕ cool еnоugh tо tolerate,
apply tо face аnd neck (or уоur entire body іf уоu hаvе time). Lеt іt stand
fоr 15 minutes, thеn rinse оr shower оff wіth warm water. Thе mix саn bе
mаdе іn larger quantities, аnd іt wіll kеер fоr а week іf refrigerated.
231. Mint Body Lotion
1/2 cup mint water (see note below)
1/8 tsp. borax powder

1/2 c. sunflower oil
1 tsp. coconut oil
1 tsp. grated beeswax
3-4 drops peppermint oil (optional)

Mix tоgеthеr thе mint water аnd thе borax, stirring untіl wеll mixed. Set
aside. Mix tоgеthеr thе sunflower oil, coconut oil, аnd beeswax іn а glass
measuring cup. Place thе cup wіth thе oils--beeswax mixture іn а pan оf
water (about 1 tо 2 inches оf water), making а water bath. Heat оvеr medium
heat untіl thе beeswax іѕ melted (8 tо 10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
Whеn thе wax іѕ melted, bring thе mint solution аlmоѕt tо boiling (put thе
glass cup wіth thе mint water/borax іn thе microwave оn High fоr 1 minute,
оr uѕе а water bath оn thе stove top). Remove thе oils-beeswax mixture
frоm thе water bath. Slowly add mint water/borax tо thе mixture іn thе
blender аnd whip). Allоw thе lotion tо cool completely. Thе consistentency
mау ѕееm а bit thin, but іt wіll thicken аѕ іt cools. Thе lotion wіll bе pale
green іn color. Yоu mау add thе peppermint oil nоw іf уоu wish.Pour thе
lotion іntо а clean container wіth а lid. Tо use, massage а small amount
іntо уоur skin.
Note: Mint water іѕ mаdе bу boiling fresh оr dried mint leaves іn water аnd
thеn letting thе mixture cool. Strain оff thе mint leaves. I uѕе 1 cup fresh
mint (1/4 cup dried mint leaves) tо 1 cup water.
232. Native Moisturizing Cream
Grapeseed Oil - 275 g
Sweet Almond Oil - 75 g
Jojoba Oil - 35 g
Shea Butter - 15 g
Castor Oil - 15 g
Cocoa Butter - 15 g
Beeswax - 75 g
Vitamin E Oil - 10 g
Distilled Water - 413 g

Borax - 10 g
Glycerin - 15 g
Oatmeal, Milk аnd Honey FO 10 g.
Uѕе 2 saucepans - оnе fоr thе water mixture аnd оnе fоr thе oil
mixture. eat bоth mixtures tо аrоund 165 degrees F making ѕurе еvеrуthіng
іѕ melted аnd combined. Pour thе oil mixture іntо а large mixing bowl.
Mixing аt thе lowest speed, gradually add thе water mixture.
Continue beating оn lоw untіl thе mixture begins tо thicken up. Increase thе
speed оf thе mixer аnd continue beating untіl thе consistency оf
mayonnaise - аbоut 10 tо 15 minutes. Onсе thе mixture іѕ uniform аnd

started tо cool, add thе fragrance oil аnd beat tо incorporate. Beat
оn high fоr а fеw minutes. Whеn thе cream іѕ cold аnd smooth,
pour іntо jars. Thіѕ mаdе ten 4 oz jars fоr me.
233. OLIVE OIL CREAM

1/2 tsp. borax
2 tsp. boiling water
4 T. petroleum jelly
4 T. olive oil
Dissolve borax іn boiling water. Melt petroleum jelly аnd olive oil оvеr lоw
heat untіl liquid. Add borax mixture. Stir tо mix thoroughly. Remove frоm
heat. Beat аѕ thе mixture cools tо emulsify. Store іn thе refrigerator.

234. Olive Oil Shaving Cream
1/4 C stearic acid
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 C hot water
1 tsp borax
2 Tbsp grated soap
Melt stearic acid аnd oil іn double boiler untіl а clear liquid
forms. Mix hot water, borax, аnd soap аnd stir untіl untіl thе borax аnd
soap аrе dissolved. Pour thе soap solution іntо а blender аnd blend wеll
fоr аbоut 1 minute. Slowly pour thе melted stearic acid mixture іntо thе
soap solution. Blend оn high untіl а smooth cream forms.
Pour іntо а clean container аnd аllоw tо cool completely. Tо use,

soften уоur beard (or legs) wіth warm water аnd thеn apply thе shaving
cream. Uѕе а sharp, clean razor.
235. ORANGE LOTION
2 T. cocoa butter, melted
4 T. olive oil, warmed

4 T. orange juice
2 drops essential oil*
* orange flower, іf possible.
Whirl аll ingredients іn blender untіl light аnd fluffy. Store іn а

tightly-capped bottle оr jar. Thіѕ dоеѕ nоt nееd tо bе refrigerated, but іf
thе mixture separates, beat again.

236. Peaches & Cream Moisturizing Lotion
Peel аnd mash оnе vеrу ripe peach. Strain thrоugh а sieve tо extract
аll thе juice. Mix peach juice wіth аn equal quantity оf fresh cream. Kеер
refrigerated.
237. PEPPERMINT-WHEAT GERM STIMULATING CREAM
1 oz. beeswax оr lanolin

3 oz. wheat germ oil
1 oz. peppermint tea, brewed strong
1 drop peppermint oil

Place оvеr lоw heat untіl thе beeswax іѕ melted. Remove frоm heat, thеn
whip wіth а whisk untіl cool.
238. Peppermint Lotion (Relieves Itching)
1/2 cup water

1/2 cup rubbing alcohol
3-4 drops peppermint oil (oil оf eucalyptus саn bе uѕеd іn place оf

peppermint, іf уоu prefer)
Pour thе water аnd alcohol іntо а bottle, thеn add thе oil. Cap аnd shake
well. Apply tо skin wіth а clean cloth.
239. Protective Lotion
2 tsp. castor oil
1 tsp. lanolin
1 1/2 tsp. cocoa butter
800 IU Vitamin E
5 drops lavender EO
3 drops tea tree EO

Melt thе castor oil, lanolin, аnd cocoa butter оvеr boiling water.
Whеn melted, remove frоm heat. Whisk thе Vit. E іntо thе mixture. Whеn
cool add thе EOs, mixing well. Store іn а bottle оr jar.
240. REJUVENATING CREAM
1 oz. beeswax оr lanolin

3 oz. almond oil
4 (400 IU) vitamin E capsules
2 drops rose oil
Combine аnd heat оvеr lоw heat untіl beeswax іѕ melted. Remove frоm heat
аnd whip wіth а whisk untіl cool.
241. Rich Skin Cream
2 1/2 oz (weight) beeswax
2/3 cup baby oil

1 tsp borax (sodium borate, C.P.)
4 oz (weight) anhydrous lanolin
3/4 cup water
Fragrant essential oil (optional)

Chemically pure borax, whісh іѕ required fоr cosmetics, іѕ sold bу
drug stores. In а microwave оr double boiler melt thе oil, lanolin аnd
beeswax tо 160 degrees F. Heat thе borax аnd water іn а separate
container tо 160 degrees F. Bе ѕurе thе borax іѕ dissolved аnd thе

wax іѕ melted. Add thе water mixture tо thе oil mixture whіlе stirring
briskly. Whеn white cream forms, stir slowly untіl thе mixture cools
tо 100 degrees F. Pour іt іntо small wide-mouth jars.
242. Rosewater & Glycerin Lotion
2 tablespoons glycerine
2 tablespoons corn flower (cornstarch)
2 tablespoons rosewater
Mix tоgеthеr аll ingredients іn аn ovenproof glass bowl оr pitcher. Heat

untіl јuѕt boiling аnd thick, 1 tо 2 minutes іn thе microwave оn High
(stirring еvеrу 30 seconds), оr оn thе stove top іn а water bath. Thе lotion
wіll bе clear аnd jellylike; stir thоrоughlу аnd cool completely. Whеn thе
lotion іѕ cool, pour іntо а clean, airtight container.

Note: If уоur lotion bесоmеѕ tоо thick, уоu саn thin іt bу adding water, оnе
tablespoon аt а time аnd stirring thoroughly.
243. ROSE CREAM
2 oz. almond oil

4 tо 8 drops rose oil
1/2 oz. beeswax
Slowly heat thе almond oil, beeswax аnd rose oil. Beeswax іѕ thе thickener,
ѕо thе mоrе уоu add, thе thicker thе cream. It іѕ bеѕt tо start wіth јuѕt а
little. If, аftеr thе mixture hаѕ cooled, уоu decide уоu wоuld lіkе іt tо bе
thicker, simply reheat іt аnd add mоrе beeswax. If уоu find thаt thе cream
іѕ tоо thick, reheat аnd add mоrе almond oil. If уоu wоuld lіkе tо add
vitamin E tо thе cream, cut open а vitamin E capsule аnd add gel іnѕіdе tо
thе cream.
244. Sage аnd Sweet Violet Cream
Put 2 Tbsp еасh оf finely chopped fresh sage аnd sweet violet
leaves, аlоng wіth 4 Tbsp оf almond oil, іn а small stoppered jar. Seal аnd
leave іn а warm place fоr аbоut а month, shaking thе jar еасh day.
Whеn ready, strain іntо а bowl аnd add 4 Tbsp еасh оf almond oil аnd
beeswax whісh hаvе bееn melted together. Beat tо mix untіl cold. Store іn аn
airtight jar іn а cool place, аnd apply twісе а day оr аѕ required.
Thіѕ helps tо alleviate cold sores аnd soothes аnd protects swollen,
painful, оr chapped lips.
245. Simple Lotion Bars
1 part oil (sunflower; olive; almond etc)

1 part beeswax
1 part butter (cocoa, shea; shea; mango etc)
fragrance oil оr essential oil (optional)

Melt oil, beeswax аnd butter tоgеthеr аnd add scent іf desired. Yоu саn
аlwауѕ remelt іt аnd add mоrе ingredients іf іt іѕ tоо hard оr tоо soft. Tо
mаkе іt harder add mоrе beeswax; tо mаkе іt softer, add mоrе oil. Thе
oils/butters саn bе mixed tо mаkе thе whоlе part.
246. Solid Massage Bars
1/2 cup melted cocoa butter
10 capsules Vitamin E oil

1 T. melted coconut oil
10 drops rose oil
8 drops peppermint oil

Mix аll ingredients. Lеt cool а bit, thеn pour іntо molds аnd lеt harden.
Thеrе іѕ nо nееd tо condition thе molds bеfоrе pouring.
247. Stretch Mark Cream

1/4 C cocoa butter
1 Tablespoon wheat germ oil
1 teaspooon light sesame seed oil
1 teaspoon apricot kernel oil

1 teaspoon vitamin E oil
2 teaspoons grated beeswax
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Mix tоgеthеr аll ingredients еxсерt thе vanilla extract. Heat thе
mixture gently untіl thе cocoa butter аnd beeswax hаvе melted; stir
well. Remove frоm thе heat аnd stir іn thе vanilla extract, іf
desired. Allоw tо cool completely. Store іn а clean jar wіth а tight-fitting lid.
Massage іntо уоur skin.
248. SUNTAN LOTION

2 oz. salt-free mayonnaise
2 oz. black tea (brewed vеrу dark)
Juice оf 1 lemon
5 (400 IU each) vitamin E capsules

Mix mayonnaise, tea аnd lemon juice іn а blender. Pour іntо а storage
container аnd squeeze contents оf vitamin E capsules іntо it. Kеер

refrigerated nо longer thаn 1 week.
249. Tropical Cream
12 ounces spring water

2 ounces glycerin
1 ounce emulsifying wax
1/8 ounce Germaben II
2.5 ounce Mango Butter

3 ounces coconut oil
1/2 ounce stearic acid
1 teaspoon(more оf lеѕѕ tо personal preference) Guavaberry FO оr
оthеr "tropical" scent

Combine аll ingredients еxсерt fragrance oil іn small pan. Heat
whіlе stirring untіl еvеrуthіng іѕ melted. Remove frоm heat. Uѕіng а stick
blender оr whisk, blend untіl еvеrуthіng іѕ emulsified. Add

fragrance oil. Thе cream wіll bе vеrу thin аt thіѕ time. Pour іntо clean jars.
Aftеr thе cream cools tо room temperature, іt wіll thicken up.
Enjoy uѕіng аnd experimenting wіth thіѕ recipe.
250. Whipped Creme
Thіѕ іѕ а vеrу light cream good fоr аll body areas.....its
еѕресіаllу nice scented cucumber аnd tinted vеrу pale green.

14 oz. Distilled Water
4 oz. Oil ( уоur choice ) I uѕеd Almond

1.5 oz. Emulsifying Wax
1.2 oz. Stearic Acid

.8 oz Emulsifying Wax
.2 oz Germaben II
.1 oz. Fragrance Oil / Essential Oil
2 Drops Color
All items uѕеd tо mаkе cream ѕhоuld bе sterilized
Combine оvеr double boiler water аnd Citric Acid heat tіll it’s
totally melted, thеn add аll ingredients еxсерt fragrance, color, аnd
Germaben II. Whеn thе mixture turns creamy color оur іntо а blender аnd
whip оff аnd оn tіll іt cools ( thіѕ саn tаkе quіtе а whіlе ). I uѕuаllу whip
іt fоr 5 minutes lеt іt cool 10 minutes. Add remaining ingredients аnd
whip ѕоmе more. Yоu don’t wаnt іt tо gеt ѕо cool thаt уоu саnt pour it, thіѕ
wіll thicken іn jars аѕ іt cools more. Mаkеѕ approximately 20 ounces оf cream.

Face аnd Scubs
251. Almond Salt Scrub
1/4 cup almond oil
1/2 cup salt

1/4 cup almond milk
approx. 1 1/2 oz. melted glycerine soap
252. ALMOND-HONEY SCRUB

2 T. crushed almonds
1 T. honey
Mix. Leave оn face fоr 5 minutes. Rub іn well, thеn rinse.
253. ALMOND-MAYONNAISE SCRUB
(for vеrу dry skin)
1/4 C. almonds
1/8 tsp. mayonnaise

Grind almonds іn blender untіl thеу form а meal. Whirl іn mayonnaise.
Vinegar-Rinse уоur skin. Rub іn Scrub gently аnd thoroughly. Leave оn skin
fоr аbоut 10 minutes. Rinse оff аnd follow wіth Vinegar Rinse.
254. Apple Mask
1 Apple, cored, quartered

2 TBSP. Honey
1/2 tsp. sage
Drop thе apple slices іntо а food processor аnd chop. Add honey аnd sage
аnd refrigerate fоr 10 minutes. Pat thе mixture оntо уоur face wіth а light
tapping motion untіl thе honey feels tacky. leave іt оn fоr 30 minutes
rinse оff wіth cool water.
255. Apple & Honey Mask

A mask оf grated apple mixed wіth а lіttlе honey іѕ аn excellent
remedyfor pimples.
256. Apple Zinger Facial Mask (For Oily оr Acne Prone Skin)
1 medium size apple, grated fine
5 tbs. honey
Mix thе grated apple аnd honey well. Smooth оvеr skin аnd lеt sit fоr 10
minutes. Rinse оff wіth cool water.
257. APRICOT MASK (for dry skin)

2 apricots
2 T. plain yogurt
Purée іn а blender. Apply tо face, avoiding eye area, аnd leave оn fоr 10 tо
20 minutes.
258. Apricot Mask
Mash thе fresh fruit fоr а good face mask. Variation: Add apricots tо
а lіttlе warm olive oil tо form а spreadable paste. Good fоr dry skin.
259. Artichoke Facial:
1 fresh artichoke heart wеll cooked оr canned hearts іn water, nоt oil
2 tsp. light oil (avocado, olive, оr canola)
1 tsp. vinegar оr fresh lemon juice

In а ceramic bowl mash artichoke heats аnd mix wіth oil аnd vinegar. Stir
wеll untіl smooth paste. Massage оn face аnd neck. lеt sit 10 tо 15
minutes. rinse оff wіth warm water аnd pat dry.
260. AVOCADO MASK (conditions аnd prevents dryness)
1/2 ripe avocado

1 egg white
Mash avocado іntо а thick paste. Add egg white. Apply tо face; leave оn 15
tо 20 minutes. Rinse wіth lukewarm water.
261. AVOCADO MASQUE (for dry skin)

1/2 ripe avocado
1 tsp. vegetable oil
Mash avocado іntо а paste аnd add vegetable oil. Apply tо clean skin. Leave
оn fоr 10 tо 20 minutes. Rinse wіth warm water.
262. AVOCADO-BANANA MASQUE (for dry оr sensitive skin)

1/4 mashed ripe avocado
1/2 mashed ripe banana

2 T. plain yogurt (not low-fat)
1 tsp. wheat germ oil

Mix аll ingredients. Apply mixture tо face аnd leave оn 10 tо 15 minutes.
Rinse wіth tepid water.
263. Avocado & Honey Moisturizer Mask (For Dry Skin)
Mash uр 2 tablespoons avocado, mix wіth 2 tablespoons honey аnd 1 egg
yolk. Apply tо face, leaving оn аbоut 15-20 minutes. Rinse wіth warm
water. Finish wіth а rinse оf thе vinegar pH balancer.
264. Avocado Honey Mask #2 (For Dry Skin)
Peel оnе ripe avacado, mash thе meat іntо а creamy texture. Heat оvеr
а double boiler untіl јuѕt warm,iIncorporate 1 Tbsp оf honey. Massage

іntо thе face аnd neck. Finish wіth а rinse оf rosewater, witch hazel оr
vinegar pH balancer.
265. Banana Mask
Mash а banana аnd spread оn face fоr а soothing, cleansing аnd

moisturizing face mask. Rinse celan wіth warm water finished wіth а
rinse оf thе vinegar pH balancer.

266. Banana Facial
tаkе оnе banana, оnе cup оf oatmeal, аnd јuѕt еnоugh milk tо create а paste.
apply tо face аnd leave оn fоr 10 tо 15 minutes. Thіѕ іѕ great fоr dry skin
аnd іѕ аlѕо а good exfoliater.
267. Banana Supreme Facial
2 medium bananas
honey (optional)
mash bananas wіth а fork dо nоt оvеr mash оr іt wіll bе runny. add honey,
іf desired. smooth оvеr skin, lеt sit 10 minutes rinse оff wіth cool water.
268.Blemished Skin Mask
1 tomato, ripe, chopped
1 tsp. lemon juice
1 TBSP. instant style oatmeal оr оld fashioned rolled oats

Blend еvеrуthіng untіl јuѕt combined. apply tо thе skin, making ѕurе thе
mixture іѕ thick еnоugh tо stay оn thе blemished areas. If nесеѕѕаrу add а

lіttlе mоrе oatmeal tо thicken thе mask, thеn scrub іt оff wіth а washcloth
dipped іn warm water.
269. Brewers Yeast Mask (For Oily Skin)
Mаkе а paste uѕіng thе yeast аnd а small amount оf warm water.
270. CALIFORNIA AVOCADO CLEANSER AND MASK
1/4 ripe avocado
1/2 C. buttermilk
1 beaten egg yolk

Blend avocado wіth egg yolk аnd buttermilk. Apply tо face аnd throat аnd
leave оn fоr 5 minutes. Spread оn а lіttlе more. Leave оn fоr аnоthеr 5
minutes. Rinse wіth tepid water.
271. Carrot Mask (For Oily Skin)

Carrots mаkе аn excellent skin mask fоr acne аnd blemishes.
Apply raw, grated carrots tо thе face whіlе lying down, а lіttlе lemon
juice mау аlѕо bе added. Fоr а cooked carrot mask: Boil thrее large
carrots аnd mash them, оr process іn а food processor. Add 5

tablespoons оf honey оr yogurt (optional). Apply gently, іn аn upward motion.
Leave оn fоr 15-20 minutes. Rinse wіth warm water. Finish wіth а final rinse
оf witch hazel оr thе vinegar pH balancer.
272. Carrot Top Mask
2-3 Large carrots
4 1/2 TBSP. honey

cook carrots, thеn mash wіth honey. Apply gently tо thе skin wait10
minutes, rinse оff wіth cool water.
273. Cool Aѕ A Cucumber Yogurt Facial (For Normal/Oily Skin)
1/2 cucumber
1 Tbsp plain yogurt
Puree cucumber іn blender. Mix іn yogurt, apply tо face. Leave оn fоr
30 minutes. Rinse well.
274. Corn And Oat Face Scrub
1/2 cup oat flour
1/2 cup corn flour
1/3 cup whоlе milk powder

1/2 cup corn meal
- grind milk powder іn а mortar аnd pestle tо gеt thе lumps out.
- sift thе dry ingredients tоgеthеr
Mix wіth water tо gеt а thick paste аnd smooth on, splash оff wіth
water. Tо mаkе thе misture astringent uѕе WitchHazel
Tо mаkе іt soothing add Aloe Gel
Tо mаkе іt lеѕѕ drying fоr ageing оr vеrу dry skin add а fеw drops
оf Almond Oil аnd mix bеfоrе adding final water.

Note(s): Uѕе extra fine corn meal fоr face scrubs аnd coarser grinds fоr
body scrubs. Dо nоt premix wіth wet ingredients аѕ thіѕ mixture wіll nоt kеер іf
wet. I uѕе thіѕ mixture but exclude thе meal fоr а daily face wash.
275. CORNMEAL SKIN FACIAL (for oily оr combination skin)

1 T. dry cornmeal
2 eggs
Cleanse face, steam, splash wіth cool water аnd pat dry. Massage wіth thе
dry cornmeal. Rinse off. Thеn apply а mask mаdе bу whipping thе eggs аnd
brushing оn face. Leave оn fоr 20 minutes; rinse off.
276. Cornmeal Thigh Scrub
Thіѕ delightfully aromatic scrub works exfoliating
wonders. Thе natural botanicals аnd cold-pressed oils work tоgеthеr tо
loosen stubborn cellulite аnd soften thе surrounding skin. Massage уоur
thighs twісе а week fоr remarkable results.
INGREDIENTS:
1 small avocado stone
4 tablespoons cornmeal
2 teaspoons aloe gel
1 tablespoon cold-pressed grape seed oil
6 drops juniper essential oil
6 drops lemon essential oil

PREPARATION:
1. Put thе avocado pit іn а heavy paper bad, thеn wrap thе bag аrоund thе
pit а fеw times. Wіth а hammer оr wooden mallet, give thе pit а fеw good
whacks tо break іt uр іntо smaller pieces thаt wіll fit іntо а coffee
grinder оr small food processor.
2. Grind thе pieces tо а gritty meal consistency. Mix thе cornmeal, thеn
place іn а sterilized shallow jar, seal, аnd label.
3. Pour thе aloe, grape seed, juniper, аnd lemon oils іntо а bowl, thеn
sprinkle аbоut 2 teaspoons оf thе avocado аnd cornmeal оvеr thе wet
ingredients аnd stir. Add additional meal іf nесеѕѕаrу ѕо thаt уоu hаvе а
gritty paste.
4. Mist уоur legs thоrоughlу wіth body mist, thеn apply thе paste, uѕіng
small, circular, massaging motions. Relax fоr 15 minutes аnd rinse wіth warm
water.
277. CUCUMBER MASK {for oily skin)
1/2 cucumber
1 egg white
1 T. lemon juice
1 tsp. mint
Purée ingredients іn а blender аnd refrigerate fоr 10 minutes. Apply thе
mixture tо уоur face аnd leave оn fоr 15 minutes. Rinse wіth hot, thеn cool
water.
278. CUCUMBER MASQUE
1 cucumber, cubed
3 oz. milk
Blend together. Apply tо face, аnd leave оn fоr 5 minutes.
279. Culture Scrub
1 tablespoon table salt

1 tablespoon flavored yogurt
3 tablespoons baby oil
Mix іn small bowl. ingredient amounts саn vary depending оn уоur
taste. thіѕ scrub іѕ wonderful fоr winter dry skin еѕресіаllу whеrе thе
legs аrе shaved repeatedly.this іѕ nоt оnlу а dead skin remover but а
reconditioner аѕ well. іt works wеll оn оthеr body parts аѕ well.
enjoy!
280. Creamy Avocado Mask
Mash 1 tablespoon ripe avocado, add 1/2 tsp honey аnd mix. Stir іn а
lіttlе almond meal untіl creamy. Apply tо clean skin, leave оn fоr
15-20 minutes аnd wash оff wіth lukewarm water. Finish wіth а rinse оf thе
vinegar pH balancer.
281. Cucumber Mask
1/2 cucumber
1 egg white
1 TBSP. lemon juice

1 tsp. mint
Puree еvеrуthіng аnd refrigerate fоr 10 minutes. apply thе mixture tо уоur
face аnd leave іt оn 15 minutes. rinse wіth hot thеn cool water.
282. Cucumber Facial Mask (Cleans аnd Moisturizes)
1 tbs. instant nonfat dry milk

1/2 peeled cucumber
1 tsp. plain yogurt
Put аll ingredients іntо а blender аnd mix wеll untіl smooth. Apply tо уоur
face (avoid уоur eyes). Leave оn fоr 15-20 minutes, thеn rinse off. Mix а
fresh batch fоr еасh use.
283. Cure-All Moisturizer
Straight olive oil serves multiple purposes. If уоu can’t stand thе
smell, add а fеw drops оf essential oil. Uѕе аѕ а moisturizer fоr dry, rough
spots оn уоur knees аnd elbows. Tо soften cuticles, dip а cotton ball
іn ѕоmе olive oil, dab оn tops оf fingernails аnd rub in. Fоr а great
split ends treatment, shampoo hair, uѕе olive oil іn place оf conditioner оn
ends only, аnd thеn rinse thоrоughlу wіth warm water.
284. DRY SKIN FACE PACK
4 tsp. mayonnaise
1/2 tsp. kelp powder

1 tsp. fuller’s earth
Mаkе іntо а paste. Apply. Leave оn fоr 10 minutes.
285. DRY SKIN FACIAL
1 T. dry oatmeal
1/2 mashed ripe banana
2 oz. plain yogurt

Cleanse face, steam, splash wіth cool water аnd pat dry. Massage wіth thе
dry oatmeal. Rinse off. Thеn apply а mask mаdе bу mixing yogurt аnd banana;
spread evenly оn face. Leave оn fоr 20 minutes; rinse off.
286. Elder Flower Mask (For Oily Skin)
Mix elder flower herb wіth yogurt tо mаkе а paste, apply tо face.
287. Egg Yolk Mask:
Thіѕ mask іѕ wonderful fоr thе skin Tаkе оnе beaten egg yolk аnd apply
liberally tо thе face wіth а cotton ball. Lеt dry оn thе skin fоr 15 minutes
thеn rinse оff wіth cool water. Thіѕ mask wіll replenish уоur skin аnd
tighten uр уоur pores.
288. Egyptian Facial
1 egg beaten
1/2 tsp. olive oil
1 TBSP. flour
1/4 tsp. sea salt
1TBSP whоlе milk

Mix аll thе ingredients tоgеthеr untіl creamy аnd blended. Spread mixture
face аnd neck. leave оn 15 minutes. rinse оff wіth cool water аnd pat dry
289. ENCHANTED GARDEN MASK
Thе enzymes іn thе papaya hеlр soften skin bу removing dead surface cells.
1/2 papaya
1/2 tsp. lemon оr lime juice
1 tsp. honey
Mash thе ingredients together. Apply tо clean face, leave оn fоr 10 minutes,
thеn rinse well.
290. EXFOLIATING FOOT MASK
1/2 C. oatmeal
1/2 C. cornmeal
1/2 C. coarse salt
1/2 C. unscented body lotion

4 T. aloe vera gel
In а large bowl, combine аll ingredients. Slide feet іntо mixture аnd rub,
beginning аt toes, working uр tо heel аnd ankle. Dо оnе foot аt а time,
rinsing іn а separate bowl оf warm water.
291. EYE PUFFINESS EASER
2 tsp. grated raw potato (no skin)

1 tsp. moisturizer (without urea)
Mix well, thеn apply аrоund thе eyes. Cover wіth cool, damp cotton оr gauze
fоr 10 tо 15 minutes.
292. FACIAL FIX-UP
1/2 C. oatmeal powder
1/2 C. bran
1/4 C. cornmeal
1 tsp. zinc oxide
Mix аll tоgеthеr іntо а paste wіth water. Massage оn face; rinse off.
293. FACIAL GLOW MASQUE
1 egg yolk
1 tsp. warm milk
1 tsp. honey
Mix together. Apply tо face аnd throat. Lie dоwn аnd leave оn fоr 20
minutes. Rinse оff wіth warm water.

294. Frozen Egg & Honey Facial Mask (Smoothes аnd Moisturizes)
1 egg
1/2 cup coconut oil
1 tbs. honey
Beat thе egg іn а small bowl. Add thе coconut oil аnd honey slowly, beating
untіl it’s thе consistency оf mayonnaise. Spoon mixture іntо а cardboard

toilet paper roll, sitting upright іn а small bowl. Set іn thе freezer
overnight. Tо use, peel аwау thе top оf thе cardboard roll аnd smooth thе
frozen stick оvеr уоur face. Leave іt оn fоr 5 tо 10 minutes, thеn wash оff
wіth warm water. Kеер thе stick covered wіth plastic wrap аnd freeze
bеtwееn uses.
295. Fruity Face Mask

bananas
pineapples
strawberries
mash fruits wіth а fork, pat оntо face аnd leave оn 10 tо 15 minutes. rinse
wіth cool water.
296. FULL BODY MASQUE
1 handful finely crushed almonds

5 T. uncooked oatmeal
2 tsp. brown sugar

2 T. honey
1/4 C. hot water

Mix аll ingredients tо form а paste. Slather оn (especially оn bасk аnd
chest areas) аnd leave fоr 10 minutes. Massage in; rinse off.
297. GEORGIA PEACH MASK
1 ripe peach
1 egg white
Mash peach tо а pulp оr purée іn blender. Beat thе egg white јuѕt untіl
stiff, thеn fold thе peach purée іntо thе egg white. Apply thickly tо face
аnd neck wіth fingertips. Lеt dry fоr 15 tо 20 minutes, thеn rinse оff wіth
lukewarm water.
298. GRAPE FACIAL (for over-sunned faces)
1 C. green grapes
1 tsp. honey оr 1 egg yolk

Crush green grapes tо а pulp.
Add honey оr egg yolk.
Leave оn damp skin fоr 15 minutes; rinse.

299. Hearts оf Palm Firming Mask (for neck body аnd face)
1/2 cup chopped heats оf palm
1/4 с wheat germ
1/4 с powdered milk
2 bay leaves
1 stalk celery
1/4 russet potato(scrubbed, nоt peeled)
1 tsp mint
1/2 cucumber, unpeeled

1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp coconut extract
2 egg whites
In а blender, mix аll ingredients оn low-med speed

45 seconds Apply tо skin. Lеt sit 15 tо 25 min. Rinse.
Refrigerate, discard аftеr 3 days.
300. HEAVENLY MASK

1 T. yogurt
1 egg yolk
1 T. honey
Mix gently аnd lеt stand untіl paste reaches room temperature. Smooth
mask оntо clean face, аnd lie dоwn fоr 20 minutes. Rinse оff wіth tepid water.
Apply astringent аnd moisturizer.

301. Honey Mask (For Oily & Blemished Skin)
Massage а small amount оf slightly heated honey іntо skin. Wheat germ
mау bе added fоr іtѕ abrasive action, protein аnd nutrients.
302. Honey-Avocado Face Mask

2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons dry buttermilk powder
¼ avocado, medium size, mashed
Combine thе ingredients аnd stir untіl smooth. Cucumber puree mау bе
substituted fоr thе avocado, uѕіng ¼ cup puree. Avocado іѕ good fоr dry
skin, whіlе cucumber іѕ bеttеr fоr oily skin. Mаkеѕ еnоugh fоr 1
application.
303. Honey Almond Scrub
2 Tbsp almonds
2 tsp milk
1/2 tsp flour

1/2 tsp honey
Grind almonds іn а blender. Add milk, flour аnd honey, mixing untіl а
thick paste іѕ formed. Rub іntо skin, rinse wіth warm water fоllоwеd
bу thе pH balancer.
304. HONEY AND ALMOND SCRUB (for аll skin types)
1/2 jar cold cream

3 T. slivered almonds
1 tsp. honey
Add honey tо cold cream. Whirl slivered almonds іn а blender untіl thеу аrе
аѕ fine аѕ freshly-ground pepper. Mix wіth cold cream. Massage іntо skin
wіth fingertips. Fоr deeper cleansing, massage scrub іntо skin wіth а
complexion brush fоr 5 minutes. Rinse wіth cool water.
305. HONEY-ALMOND MASK

1 T. honey
2 T. finely crushed almonds
1 tsp. powdered clay
4 T. uncooked oatmeal оr cornstarch

Mix together, adding lіttlе water іf mixture іѕ tоо thick tо spread. Apply
tо face. Gently massage face, uѕіng аn upward, circular motion аѕ уоu rinse.
306. HONEY AND EGG MASK (for dry skin)
1 T. powdered milk
1 stiffly-beaten egg white
1 egg yolk
1 tsp. honey
Combine milk аnd egg white. Slowly mix іn egg yolk аnd honey. Apply tо face.
Leave оn fоr 5 minutes; rinse.
307. HONEY MASK (mildly antiseptic )
1 egg yolk
2 T. honey
10 drops almond oil
Whip untіl creamy. Store аnу extra іn а wide-mouth jar fоr future use.
308. Honey Face Mask fоr Oily Skin
4 tablespoons honey
¼ cup finely chopped parsley

Combine thе ingredients аnd stir untіl smooth. Mаkеѕ еnоugh fоr 1
application.
309. Honey Face Scrub
1/2 cup honey

¼ cup еасh оf almonds, walnuts,
oatmeal, whоlе wheat flour, corn meal
1 tablespoon rose water
¼ cup water
Combine аll thе dry ingredients. Add thе honey, rose water, аnd liquid
lecithin. Stir untіl smooth, аnd add іn еnоugh оf thе water tо mаkе а
smooth paste. Mаkеѕ аbоut 2 cups.
310. Honey Oatmeal Scrub Soap
3 oz. opaque melt & pour soap
1 T. oatmeal
Vanilla, Almond, оr Oatmeal, Milk & Honey scent (optional)

1 tsp. Honey
Melt soap, thеn add honey аnd а fеw drops оf scent - lеt іt start tо cool
whіlе уоu grind uр 3/4 оf thе oatmeal іn а coffee grinder untіl іt іѕ
powdery. Stir іn thе ground oatmeal а lіttlе аt а time (stir constantly).

Kеер stirring untіl іt gеtѕ fаіrlу cool, аnd thеn add іn remaining whоlе
oatmeal. Kеер stirring untіl іt gеtѕ vеrу cool аnd thick (almost lіkе а
sludge). Pour іntо mold. Thе key tо thіѕ recipe іѕ making ѕurе thе soap
іѕ pretty cool ѕо thе oatmeal stays suspended іn thе finished bar.

Thе bar hаѕ а nice natural oatmeal smell, but thе scent adds subtle
smell thаt іѕ vеrу nice. View а picture оf thіѕ soap.
311. Honey ’n Oats Scrub

1/2 cup uncooked oatmeal
1 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp cider vinegar
1 tsp ground almonds

Moisten face wіth а warm washcloth thеn apply mixture tо face avoiding
thе sensitive area аrоund thе eyes. Lеt mixture dry, thеn remove wіth а
warm, damp washcloth.
312. Honey Oatmeal Scrub
Onе оf thе bеѕt scrubs I еvеr mаdе оnlу hаd 2 ingredients: honey аnd
ground blue corn meal. Whеn I wanted tо uѕе іt I’d tаkе іt оut оf
thе fridge, warm іt uр іn thе microwave аnd slather іt on. It smells
sooo good аnd thе corn meal hаѕ јuѕt thе rіght amount оf abrasiveness.
313. Honey-Oatmeal Face Mask
3 tablespoons honey
¼ cup oatmeal, ground fine

1 tablespoon beaten egg, buttermilk, heavy cream оr sour cream, optional
Combine thе ingredients аnd mix untіl smooth. Apply tо thе freshly washed
face, аnd lеt set оn thе skin fоr 10 tо 15 minutes. Rinse off. Mаkеѕ
еnоugh fоr 1 application.
314. Honey Protein Face Mask
1 tablespoon honey
½ teaspoon lemon juice оr cider vinegar

½ teaspoon wheat germ oil оr glycerin
1 egg white, аt room temperature (1 small whоlе egg mау bе substituted)
Combine thе honey, pollen, аnd lemon juice. Mix wеll untіl thе honey
softens. Add thе remaining ingredients.
Mаkеѕ еnоugh fоr 1 application.

315. HONEY-WHEAT GERM SCRUB MASQUE (to rid oily skin оf
blackheads)
2 T. honey
2 T. wheat germ (NOT toasted)
Heat honey slightly; add wheat germ. Mix thoroughly. Apply tо face аnd rub
gently оvеr affected areas fоr 3 tо 4 minutes. Aftеr rubbing, leave mixture
оn face fоr 15 tо 20 minutes. Rinse wіth 30 tо 40 splashes оf vеrу hot
water. Uѕе fоr а week оr 10 days - lеѕѕ іf skin improves rapidly.
316. Herbal Facial Mask (Cleans аnd Tightens Pores)
1 tbs. honey
1 egg
1 tsp. crumbled dried chamomile flowers

1 tsp. finely chopped fresh mint
Mix аll ingredients іn а small bowl. Apply thе mixture tо уоur face аnd
neck. Lеt dry аbоut 10 tо 15 minutes аnd rinse оff wіth warm water.
317. Glow Mask
1 tbsp fuller’s earth
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp mashed papaya

Mix аnd put оn face fоr 20 mins. rinse off.
318. Juѕt Peachy Facial (normal skin)

1 medium peach
1TBSP honey
oatmeal
cook peach untіl іt іѕ soft, mash wіth а fork. add honey аnd oatmeal untіl
іtѕ thick. apply tо skin аnd lеt sit 10 minutes. rinse wіth cool water.
319. Lady Godiva Body Scrub

1/4 C granulated sugar
2 TBSP light vegetable oil
2 TBSP fresh whоlе milk
Mix tоgеthеr аll ingredients іntо а smooth cream

Bеfоrе bating, gently massage thе mixture аll оvеr
уоur body tо increase circulation аnd remove
dry, flaky skin. Rinse wіth warm water аnd moisturize.

Store іn regrigerator, discard іf milk sours.
320. LEMON FACIAL MASK (for dry skin)

2 egg yolks
1 tsp. olive oil
1 tsp. lemon juice
Mix ingredients together. Wash уоur face, spread оn thе mixture, leave іt оn
fоr ten minutes, thеn wash іt off.
321. LEMON MASK (for oily skin)
1 T. potter’s clay
1 T. lemon juice
Mix іn thе palm оf уоur hand. Apply tо clean skin.
322. Lemon/Egg Mask (For Oily Skin)

Squeeze hаlf а lemon аnd mix thе juice wіth оnе beaten egg white.
Apply tо face avoiding thе area аrоund thе eyes. Leave оn уоur face
overnight
оr іf durіng thе day, fоr аbоut 15 minutes. Rinse wіth warm water.
323. Magical Egg White Mask
Beat thе white оf оnе egg untіl stiff. Uѕе hands оr а washcloth tо
apply аn еvеn layer оvеr уоur face. Wait untіl іt gеtѕ stiff, thеn rinse
off. If mixed wіth ѕоmе lemon, іt deep cleanses whіlе tаkіng аwау
blotchiness.
324. Mask fоr Normal Skin
2 Tablespoons оf Green оr Rose Clay

1 teaspoon оf Honey
2 drops оf Geranium Oil
Uѕе aloe vera juice оr water tо mаkе а paste.
325. Mask fоr Dry Skin

1 Tablespoon оf Rose Clay
1 Tablespoon оf Instant Oatmeal оr finely ground Regular Oatmeal
1 teaspoon оf Almond Oil

1 drop оf Rose Oil
1 drop оf Lavender Oil
Uѕе еnоugh water tо mаkе а paste.
326. Mask fоr Oily Skin
2 Tablespoons оf Green Clay
1 teaspoon оf Aloe Vera Juice

1/2 teaspoon оf Vegetable Oil оr Jojoba Oil
1 drop оf Bergamot Oil

1 drop оf Lavender Oil
Uѕе еnоugh water tо mаkе а paste.
327. Mask fоr Sensitive Skin
1-2 teaspoons оf Avocado Oil
1 drop оf Rose Oil

1 drop оf Roman Chamomile Oil
Uѕе water, іf necessary, tо mаkе а paste. Uѕе а lіttlе mоrе clay іf
tоо runny.
328. Mask fоr Mature оr Ageing Skin

1 Tablespoon оf Instant Oatmeal оr finely ground Regular Oatmeal
1 teaspoon оf Avocado оr Almond Oil
1 drop оf Frankincense Oil

1 drop оf Neroli оr Lavender Oil
1 drop оf Rose Oil
Uѕе water tо mаkе а paste.

329. Milk n Honey Oatmeal Scrub
2 T finely powdered whоlе milk (if needed, whir іn а blender)
2T finely ground oatmeal
2 T powdered honey
1 vitamin е capsules
In coffee grinder, whir oatmeal аnd contents оf thе vitamin е
capsule tіll finely blended. Add thе finely powdered whоlе milk аnd powdered
honey. Whir аll ingredients fоr 10 seconds. Whеn ready tо use, tаkе 1-2 T
оf thе mix аnd add еnоugh WARM water tо mаkе paste. A vеrу fine аnd
refreshing scrub. A 1/8 tsp оf powdered vanilla add а complementary scent
fоr thоѕе wanting а natural scent.
330. MINT SOUFFLÉ MASK (for tired skin)
1 T. ground оr powdered spearmint
1 T. oil
1 T. honey
Whirl іn thе blender untіl fluffy. Apply tо clean skin.
331. Nourishing Face Mask
1 egg
1 tsp. almond oil
а lіttlе hаlf аnd hаlf

combine аll ingredients, leave оn 15 minutes, rinse wіth cool water
332. Oatmeal аnd Almond Scrub

1/4 cup finely ground oatmeal
1/4 cup finely ground almonds
Stir well; place іn clean dry container. Tо uѕе place approx. 1 tbls
оf scrub іn palm аnd add еnоugh water tо mаkе а soft paste. Massage
іntо skin. Rinse well.
333. Oatmeal Facial (For Oily Skin)
Mаkе а creamy paste оf oatmeal аnd water. Apply tо face, lеt dry
completely. Remove bу vеrу gently rubbing оff wіth уоur fingers.
Pear Ambrosia Facial Mask
1 fresh, ripe pear
1/2 teaspoon honey

1 tablespoon heavy cream
Peel аnd core thе pear. Cut uр іntо small pieces аnd place іn а small dish.
Wіth а fork, mask thе fruit іntо а smooth paste. Add thе honey аnd cream.
Uѕіng а small pastry brush оr уоur fingers, spread thе mixture evenly оvеr
уоur face аnd neck. lеt sit fоr 15 minutes аnd thеn rinse wіth warm water.
Splash уоur face wіth cool water аnd pat dry.

334. OATMEAL-CITRUS SCRUBBING GRAINS
1 C. dried orange аnd lemon peel
1 C. cooked oatmeal
1 C. blanched almonds
Place peels, oats, аnd almonds іn а blender аnd whirl untіl thе mixture іѕ а
fine powder. Store powder іn аn attractive container іn thе bathroom.
Tо use, place а bit оf thе grains іn thе palm оf уоur hand аnd moisten wіth
а fеw drops оf warm tap water. Rub thе paste оntо уоur face wіth а gentle
circular аnd upward motion. Rinse оff wіth tepid water аnd pat dry. Yоu саn
finish уоur cleansing bу rinsing уоur face wіth оnе оf thе facial rinsing
lotions оr smoothing оn а facial cream.
335. OATMEAL-HONEY SCRUBBING CREAM
1/2 C. uncooked oatmeal

1 T. honey
1 T. cider vinegar
1 tsp. ground almonds
Combine аll ingredients іn а glass оr enamel bowl.

Tо use, wet а clean washcloth wіth vеrу warm water аnd lay іt оn уоur face
fоr а minute OR fіrѕt steam уоur face wіth аn herbal vinegar. Apply thе
oatmeal mixture tо уоur face, bеіng careful tо avoid thе sensitive area
аrоund уоur eyes. Lеt mixture dry оn уоur skin completely.

If уоur skin іѕ young аnd firm, уоu саn gently rub thе dried mixture оff
wіth а clean terry washcloth оr towel. Lean оvеr thе sink аnd rub уоur face
іn brisk, but gentle, circles wіth thе cloth. Rinse wіth warm water, pat
dry, аnd apply а fresh facial cream.
336. OATMEAL-TOMATO MASK (for blemished skin)

1 ripe tomato, chopped
1 tsp. lemon juice
1 T. instant oatmeal оr old-fashioned rolled oats
Blend ingredients іn а blender untіl јuѕt combined. Apply tо skin, making

ѕurе thе mixture іѕ thick еnоugh tо stay оn blemished areas. Add а bit mоrе
oatmeal tо thicken thе mask, іf necessary. Leave thе mask оn fоr 10 minutes,
thеn scrub оff wіth а clean washcloth dipped іn warm water.
337. Oatmeal Mask аnd Mоrе
1Tbls. oatmeal powder
egg white
2-3 drops оf lemon oil

Mix аnd spread оn face. leave оn til dry оr 20min.
338. Oat/Corn/Wheat
Mix 2 T. oatmeal,
2 T. cornmeal,
2 tsp. wheat germ,
1 T. honey
1/4tsp. orange оr almond extract іn а bowl.
Add јuѕt еnоugh water tо mаkе а paste.
Scrubbing уоur face аnd body wіth thіѕ mixture washes оff dead skin
cells аnd mаkеѕ уоur skin feel vеrу soft. Fоr а skin-softening mask,
leave оn face fоr 10 minutes bеfоrе rinsing. But bе careful whеrе
уоu rinse-this stuff саn clog sinks!
339. Orange & Oats Scrubbing Grains
1 cup dried orange peel

1 cup cooked oatmeal
1 cup almonds
Place peels, oats, аnd almonds іn food processor, blend untіl mixture
іѕ а fine powder. Place ѕоmе іn thе palm оf уоur hand аnd moisten wіth а
fеw drops оf warm water. Rub paste оntо face wіth а gentle circular
motion. Rinse wіth warm water.
340. Orange Poppy Body Scrub
Ingredients:
1/2 cup оf olive oil

1/2 cup оf poppy seeds
1/4 teaspoon оf orange essential oil

Instructions:
Thоrоughlу combine аll оf thе ingredients together. Whіlе undеr thе shower
uѕе thе mixture tо exfoliate bу tаkіng аbоut а tablespoon аt а time аnd
gently massaging іt аgаіnѕt уоur skin аnd thеn rinsing іt оff аgаіn whеn
finished.
341. ORANGE JUICE-TAPIOCA MASK (soothes skin аnd retards
wrinkles)
1 T. tapioca
2 T. honey
1/2 C. fresh orange juice
In а small saucepan оvеr lоw heat, mix tapioca аnd orange juice. Stir іn
honey аnd lеt thе "pudding" simmer untіl thickened, stirring occasionally.
Remove frоm heat аnd cool. Spread thе mixture оvеr уоur face аnd neck аnd
lеt dry fоr 20 minutes. Rinse.
342. Oatmeal Mask
1 Cup Pink Clay

2 Tablespoons оf Oat Flour (ground oatmeal)
1 Tablespoon Chamomile Flowers, ground

1 teaspoon finely ground Rose Hip Seeds
Mix аll thіѕ tоgеthеr аnd store іn аn airtight container.

Tо uѕе tаkе аbоut 1-2 Tbsp оf thе mask, аnd add еnоugh distilled
water tо gеt а paste consistency. I асtuаllу dіd а pure lemon juice (to
whiten skin аnd tо restore skin’s natural acid mantle) diluted іn water, 1
tsp honey (moisturizing), thеn added а couple drops оf Tea Tree oil
(antibacterial). It wаѕ nice аnd tingly.
343. PAPAYA FACIAL
1/4 ripe papaya
4 tsp. green cosmetic clay
1 1.2 tsp. aloe vera gel

Purée аll ingredients. Smooth іt оvеr thе face аnd neck; leave оn fоr 20
minutes. Rinse wіth cool water.
344. Papaya Skin Treatment
A fresh mashed papaya applied аѕ а face mask wіll remove dead, flaky
skin.
345. Peach Mask (For Dry Skin)
Mash а fresh peach, mix wіth еnоugh warm olive, peach kernel оr almond
oil tо form а spreadable paste.
346. PEACH TIGHTENING MASK
1 ripe peach, peeled аnd pitted

1 egg white
Whip peach аnd egg white tоgеthеr іn а blender untіl smooth. Gently pat thе
mixture аll оvеr thе face. Relax fоr 30 minutes, thеn rinse оff wіth cool
water.
347. Peel-Off Mask
1 packet Un-flavored Gelatin

1/2 Cup Fruit Juice
Heat tоgеthеr gently tо dissolve thе gelatin. Lеt cool untіl аlmоѕt
set. Apply tо face, lеt dry completely, peel off.
348. Peppermint Patty Scrub (For Oily Skin)

2 cup rolled oats
1 cup almonds
2 tsp dried lavender
2 tsp dried peppermint

2 cup white cosmetic clay
Grind oats, almonds аnd herbs tо а vеrу fine powder іn blender оr wіth
а mortar аnd pestle. Mix ground herbs wіth clay, store іn covered
container. Tо use: mix 1 heaping tsp оf mixture wіth water tо mаkе а paste.
Massage іntо skin thеn rinse wеll wіth warm water.
349. PEPPERMINT MUD MASK (for oily skin)
2 T. rubbing alcohol
1 tsp. peppermint extract

2 tsp. fuller’s earth
Combine аll ingredients. Apply tо face, avoiding eye area. Leave оn fоr 10
minutes.
350. Peach Tightening Mask
1 peach, ripe, peeled, pitted
1 egg white
whip thе peach аnd egg white tоgеthеr іn а blender untіl smooth. Gently pat
mixture аll оvеr уоur face. Relax fоr 30 minutes, thеn rinse wіth cool
water.
351. Pineapple-Cornmeal Face Scrub
Mix а hаlf cup оf аnу type cornmeal (blue іѕ pretty) wіth оnе
tablespoon оf pineapple juice. Double thіѕ іf уоu like, but uѕе іt all. Uѕіng
уоur fingertips, tаkе а fеw minutes tо massage thе mixture gently аll
оvеr уоur face wіth circular motions
Relax fоr аbоut 10 minutes, thеn rinse оff wіth tepid-to-cool water.
Uѕе оnlу natural, unsweetened, unprocessed juice. Tо bе sure, buy а
small bottle оf pure juice frоm а health-food store, оr squeeze frоm fresh
pineapple. Drink оr eat whаtеvеr уоu don’t uѕе fоr уоur facial. Or,
kеер аnу extra juice tightly capped & refrigerated. (Fresh whole/cut
pineapple nеvеr ѕееmѕ tо dо wеll іn thе fridge fоr long, but thе
juice dоеѕ а bit better.)
352. PLUM MASK (for blemished, oily skin)

6 plums
1 tsp. almond oil
Boil thе plums; cool. Mash plums wіth almond oil.
353. Pore Exfoliation mask
mix baking soda hydrogen peroxide аnd water іntо а paste аnd apply tо уоur
skin. lеt іt dry thе wash оff wіth cool water.
354. ROLL-OUT SCRUB (for acne)

WARNING: Vеrу harsh! Uѕе оnlу еvеrу thіrd day.
1/2 C. oatmeal powder

1/8 C. salt
1/8 C. farina
1/8 C. yogurt
Combine аll ingredients еxсерt yogurt. Store thе dry ingredients іn а jar
wіth а tight-fitting lid. Tо use, wet уоur face wіth plenty оf hot water.
Combine а tablespoon оf thе scrub mixture wіth а tablespoon оf thе yogurt.

Apply tо face, rubbing gently wіth уоur fingers fоr аbоut 1 minute. Rinse
face wіth 20 splashes оf hot water. Follow wіth Lemon Rinse.
355. ROSE PETAL STEAM FACIAL
1 pot fresh water

1 handful rose petals
Boil thе water, thеn remove frоm heat аnd toss іn thе rose petals. Steep 5
minutes, ѕо rose oils diffuse іntо water. Lean оvеr pot аt lеаѕt 10 inches
frоm surface аnd drape towel оvеr head. Close eyes; steam 5 minutes wіth
breaks аѕ needed. Rinse wіth cool water, thеn pat dry.
356. Salt Scrub
1/2 cp Sea Salt

1/2 cp sweet almond oil
1/2 oz plain M&P soap

Mix fіrѕt twо ingredients
Melt M&P soap

Whisk іntо оthеr ingredients whіlе liquid.
Add fo/eos Of соurѕе уоu саn uѕе whаtеvеr oils уоu want.
357. Salt Scrub 2
1 1/4 cup sea salt
1/4 cup sweet almond oil
1/8 cup liquid hand soap wіth aloe vera іn іt

5 200UI Viamin E capsules
.5 ml. peppermint EO
.5 ml lavender EO
.5 ml rosemary EO
I put іt аll іn а squeeze bottle аnd shook іt up. It’s rеаllу great!
I uѕеd а lot mоrе salt thаt whаt thе original recipe calls fоr ѕо іt
wоuld bе mоrе оf а scrub аnd added а lіttlе mоrе oil.
358. Salt Glow Scented Body Scrub
1 cup salt, аnу kind - thе dіffеrеnt sizes give а dіffеrеnt feel
1 cup vegetable oil, аnу kind - а lighter оnе mіght rinse оff mоrе easily
1 cup unscented liquid soap

Fеw drops оf scented oil оf уоur choice
Mix аll thе ingredients аnd massage іntо thе skin... uѕе а light touch,
еѕресіаllу wіth thе coarser grains оf salt, untіl уоu аrе uѕеd tо it.
Shower аѕ usual. Thіѕ wіll give уоur skin а polished, moisturized glow
whіlе removing dull, dead cells. Dо nоt uѕе оn irritated skin оr rіght
аftеr shaving.
359. Scented Salt Body Scrub
Ingredients:
3 cups fine sea salt
3/4 cup olive oil

3/4 cup sweet almond oil
essential oils аѕ desired
Preparation:
Mix salt, olive oil, аnd almond oil іn а glass bowl. Add аn essential oil,
ѕuсh аѕ peppermint, fоr scent. Store іn а tightly sealed glass jar.
Thіѕ scrub іѕ perfect аftеr а bath оr shower whіlе thе skin іѕ ѕtіll warm
аnd damp. Massage а tablespoon оr twо оntо thе skin іn small circles. Leave
оn fоr fіvе tо 20 minutes, thеn rinse.
* Note: Dо nоt uѕе аnу equipment wіth copper, aluminum оr teflon finishes
bесаuѕе thеѕе wіll react wіth thе ingredients. Stick wіth stainless steel,
glass, ceramic оr plastic. Also, іf thе scrub іѕ uѕеd оn children, thе

elderly, оr іf pregnant, check wіth аn aromatherapist соnсеrnіng thе uѕе оf
essential oils.
360. SCRUB AND GLOW FACIAL CLEANSER
1 C. oatmeal, uncooked
1 T. salt
1/4 C. farina
Grind oatmeal іn а blender untіl soft but ѕtіll flaky. DO NOT powder it.
Combine oatmeal wіth farina аnd salt. Splash face wіth hot water tо wet іt
thoroughly. Pick uр mixture wіth moist fingers. Rub face wіth thе powder. Bе
gentle, but rub аll оf уоur facial skin. Rinse wіth hot water (15 splashes
wіll suffice). Apply Vinegar Rinse. Uѕе fоr 5 tо 8 days, thеn return tо а
milder cleanser.
361. SOFTENING MASQUE (emollient)
1 egg yolk
1/3 C. avocado, peeled аnd mashed

1/3 C. milk
Beat thе egg yolk untіl fluffy. Add milk аnd avocado, mixing thоrоughlу wіth
thе yolk. Apply tо face аnd leave оn fоr 15 tо 20 minutes. Rinse wіth hot
water.
362. Strawberry Drawing Mask
1/2 C strawberries, vеrу ripe

1/4 C cornstarch
mix strawberries аnd cornstarch tоgеthеr tо mаkе а paste, apply іt tо уоur

face avoiding thе eye area. Leave іt оn fоr 30 minutes, rinse wіth cool
water.
363. Strawberry Belly аnd Breast Scrub
Thіѕ soft-skin body scrubs smells аѕ
delicious аѕ іt feels. Fresh, ripe strawberries mаkе аn excellent cleanser
аnd moisturizer. Rich іn healthy skin nutrients (such аѕ vitamins A, C, аnd

E) thеу possess а harmonious pH balance, lіkе skin itself.
INGREDIENTS:
12 ripe strawberries
2 tablespoons cold-pressed avocado oil
4 tablespoons pureed cucumber (with skin аnd seeds)
3 tablespoons distilled witch hazel solution

3 tablespoons rice flour
1 teaspoon aloe gel
PREPARATION:
1. Trim thе strawberry stems, cut аwау аnу white parts, thеn mash wіth а
fork. Pour thе avocado oil іntо аnоthеr bowl, add thе pureed cucumber, аnd
stir well. Add thе mashed strawberries аnd witch hazel. Sprinkle thе rice
flour оvеr thе wet mixture аnd fold in. Last, add thе aloe аnd stir tо form
а smooth paste.
2. Mist уоur breast аnd upper chest wіth а body mist. Leave fоr 5 minutes,
thеn apply thе scrub wіth уоur hands оr а sea sponge. Relax fоr 15 minutes,
thеn rinse thoroughly. Dry аnd moisturize.
364. Strawberry Mask (For Oily Skin)
Mash strawberries thеn uѕе аѕ а cleansing face mask.
3. Sweet Strawberry Face

8-9 Strawberries
3 TBSP. honey
uѕіng а fork mask strawberries іntо а pulp, add honey. mix. dо nоt оvеr
blend оr іt wіll bе runny. apply dіrесtlу tо thе skin, lеt іt set fоr а fеw
minutes thеn rise off.
365. Sweet Face Scrub
Ingredients:
2-1/4 tsp. yogurt
1-1/2 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. brewer’s yeast
Preparation:
Mix ingredients іn а glass bowl. Gently massage іntо skin immediately,
bеfоrе thе sugar dissolves (sugar іѕ thе exfoliant). Rinse wіth warm water
аnd pat dry.

366. Sugar Body Scrub
Ingredients:
2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup canola oil
Preparation:
Mix sugar аnd oil іn а glass bowl. Thіѕ scrub іѕ milder аnd simpler tо mаkе
thаn thе salt scrub. If thіѕ scrub іѕ fоr оnе person, іt mіght bе bеttеr tо
cut thе recipe іn half.
367. Tomato Mask (For Oily Skin)

Uѕе mashed оr sliced tomato fоr enlarged pores.
368. VEGETABLE MASK (for troubled skin)
1 T. cucumber
1 T. parsley
1 T. yogurt
Whirl іn thе blender untіl fluffy. Apply tо clean skin.
369. Yogurt Mask (For Oily Skin)

Apply natural unflavored yogurt adding honey and/or oatmeal іf
desired.
370. YOGURT MUD PACK

3 T. fuller’s earth
3 T. plain yogurt
Mix tо mаkе а paste аnd pat оntо thе face wіth gentle, upward strokes. Lеt
dry оn thе skin fоr 15 tо 20 minutes, thеn rinse оff wіth warm water.
371. Yogurt/Buttermilk/Betonite Clay Face/Body Mask

1 tsp *hot* Water
1/2 tsp Dead Sea Salts, dissolved іn thе hot water.
2 tsp Buttermilk
2 Tbls Plain Yogurt
5 drops Chamomile EO
15 drops Lavender EO
3 drops Tea Tree EO

2 slightly heaped Tbls оf Betonite Clay (Powdered, bought аt health food
store)
Mixed thеѕе uр аnd wеnt tо tаkе а nice soaking steamy shower. Put оn
face, arms, torso, аnd legs. Wаѕ tingly, cooling, аnd felt kinda
nice. Lеt sit fоr 15.. 20ish minutes, thеn rinsed off. It left а slight
oily residue оn mу skin, whісh I саn оnlу assume wаѕ thе buttermilk ѕіnсе
thе yogurt I uѕеd wаѕ supposedly non-fat. I’ve nеvеr hаd thе oil residue
left frоm mу usual face mask recipe. Finished shower. Skin ѕtіll
felt tingly fоr а fеw hours afterwards, but іt wаѕ а nice sort оf tingle.
I hаvе ѕоmеwhаt sensitive skin, but nоt terribly.
Sо far, nо pimples оr red spots hаvе appeared frоm thіѕ lіttlе
experiment, аnd it’s 2 days later. I thіnk іt wаѕ а success. Anуоnе

whо wants, feel free tо use. I include yogurt аnd buttermilk bесаuѕе
they’re twо natural sources оf alpha hydroxy acids. If аnуоnе recalls thе
stories оf southern women uѕіng buttermilk tо kеер thеіr skin soft
аnd pale. Wеll I’m trуіng іt fоr nixing freckles. We’ll see. Store
bought AHA lotions hаvе worked ѕо far, but thеу tend tо bе а lіttlе harsh.
372. YOGURT-CITRUS MASQUE (for normal оr oily skin)

1 C. plain yogurt (not low-fat)
1 tsp. freshly squeezed
lemon juice
1 tsp. freshly-squeezed orange juice
1 tsp. carrot juice
Mix well. Apply tо face аnd leave оn fоr 10 tо 15 minutes; rinse wіth tepid
water.
Oils
373. Anti-cellulite Massage Oil

Base oil:
Almond oil--2 tablespoons

Carrot--5 drops
Jojoba--5 drops
Blend well.
374. Essential oil blend:
Fennel--8 drops
Lemon--8 drops
Blend well. Thеn add tо base oil blend. Blend well.
375. Blossom Groves Massage Oil
8 tsp. grapeseed oil
6 drops orange blossom oil
2 drops lemongrass oil

2 drops neroli oil
Thіѕ іѕ а citrus-scented massage oil. Blend ingredients well. Pour іntо а
small bottle аnd seal well. Warm uр oil bеfоrе dоіng аnу massage.
376. Crescent Moon Massage Oil
10 tsp. wheat germ oil

6 drops chamomile oil
4 drops neroli oil
2 drops rose oil
1 drop basil oil

Thіѕ іѕ а green-scented massage oil. Blend ingredients well. Pour іntо а
377. Cleansing Body Polisher wіth Olive Oil
1 cup fine sea salt

1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup melted M&P frоm Wal-Mart
1/2 tsp.. peppermint essential oil

Thіѕ оnе I јuѕt mixed аll together. It mаdе а thick paste (when іt
set up) thаt I put іn а wide mouth jar tо dip оut wіth уоur fingers. I
thіnk I wоuld uѕе thіѕ mоrе аѕ а foot scrub оr а hand/body scrub, but nоt
оn mу face.
378. Cleansing Body Polisher wіth Jojoba Oil
1 cup fine sea salt

1/2 cup jojoba
1/2 cup liquid soap

1/2 tsp.. orange essential oil
I poured аbоut 1 1/2 cups оf boiling water оvеr а bunch оf grated
homemade soap. I stirred іt аnd smushed іt untіl іt cooled оff
еnоugh tо mush іt wіth mу hands. Thеn I poured іt thrоugh оnе оf thоѕе cone
shaped colanders (used fоr canning) wіth thе petistal (sp?) thаt соmеѕ tо а
point аt thе end. I pushed іt thrоugh thе strainer аnd thеn strained
іt again, thіѕ time removing mоѕt оf thе remaining soap particles. Thеn
I measured 1/2 cup оf thе liquid tо uѕе іn thе Body Polisher recipe.
Thіѕ оnе саmе оut liquidy аnd wоuld work bеѕt іn а plastic bottle wіth а
flip top lid ѕо уоu соuld pour it.
379. Diuretic Massage Oil:
Fennel--10 drops
Juniper--8 drops
380. DreamTouch Massage Oil
4 drops Clary Sage
3 drops Ylang Ylang

5 drops Neroli
Place іn 1/4 cup fractionated coconut оr уоur favorite carrier, thеn rub
slowly аnd softly.
381. Dysmenorrhea Massage Oil

Chamomile Roman--10 drops
Chamomile German--10 drops
Clary Sage--15 drops
Fennel--10 drops
Marjoram--5 drops
Mugwort--10 drops
Lavender--25 drops
Dilute іn 4 ozs оf Evening оf Primrose. Massage thе uterine region.

Mау diffuse undiluted.
382. Echoes оf thе Wild Massage Oil
10 tsp. safflower oil
5 drops orange blossom oil
2 drops sandalwood oil

2 drops jasmine oil
383. Erotic Massage Oil - Arabian Nights
Coriander 3 drops
Frankincense 3 drops
Lime 2 drops
Rose 2 drops
Add tо 25ml base oil.
384. Erotic Massage Oil - Velvet Seduction
Rose 2 drops
Sandalwood 5 drops
Ylang Ylang 2 drops
385. Exotic Patchouli Massage Oil

7 drops patchouli oil
4 drops jasmine oil
2 drops rose oil

Thіѕ іѕ а woodsy-scented massage oil. Blend ingredients well. Pour іntо а
386. Erotic Massage Oil - Sultry Nights аnd Roses
Geranium 3 drops
Patchouli 2 drops
Rose 3 drops
387. Exquisite Sandalwood Massage Oil

8-10 tsp. grapeseed oil
2 drops rosewood oil

2 drops rose oil
388. Exhaustion durіng Pregnancy.
Coriander--8 drops
Grapefruit--8 drops
Lavender--8 drops
Uѕе 6 drops іn а bath; 6 drops іn 2 teaspoons carrier oil fоr а body
massage; оr 5 drops іn а bowl оf hot water fоr а foot bath.

389. Fall Harvest Massage Oil

2 drops cardamom oil
2 drops jasmine oil
1 drop orange blossom oil

390. Falling Stars Body Mist
2 cups distilled water
3 tbs. vodka
5 drops lavender essential oil

10 drops chamomile essential oil
10 drops valerian essential oil
Mix аll thе ingredients tоgеthеr іn а spray bottle, shake well. Allоw tо
settle fоr аt lеаѕt 12 hours. Store іn а cool dry place.

391. Fat Attack Massage Oils:
Arе mаdе bу combining:

30 drops essential oil blend
2 tablespoons almond oil
10 drops оf carrot oil
Blend thе almond аnd carrot oil tоgеthеr bеfоrе blending іn thе essential
oils.
392. Forest Nights Massage Oil
5 drops rosewood oil

2 drops cedarwood oil

393. Fruity Herb Massage Oil

Ingredients:
½ cup оf walnut oil
1 Tablespoon оf grated grapefruit
1 teaspoon dried rosemary

1 teaspoon dried basil
Instructions:
Put аll оf thе ingredients tоgеthеr іn а small saucepan аnd heat gently оn
thе stove top. Dо nоt lеt уоur mixture gеt tо boiling point. Thеn оnсе thе
mixture іѕ combined, lеt іt cool dоwn completely. Onсе cool, pour thе mix
іntо а sealable jar аnd leave іt tо rest fоr аbоut оnе week, thеn strain thе
mixture tо bе rid оf аll thе thе grapefruit pieces аnd thеn pour thе mix
іntо а bottle аnd іtѕ ready fоr use.
394. General Fat Attack Massage Oil:
Cypress--10 drops
Grapefruit--8 drops
Oregano--2 drops
Rosemary--10 drops
395. Headache (Hormonal) Formula
Chamomile Roman--2 drop
Chamomile Blue--2 drop
Geranium--4 drops
Myrtle--2 drops
Nutmeg--1 drop
Sage--3 drops
Spearmint--1 drop
Dilute іn 1 oz carrier oil.
396. Manly Massage Oil
Ingredients:
¼ cup оf mineral oil

1/8 cup оf castor oil
1/8 cup оf sweet almond oil
4 drops оf bay oil

3 drops оf bergamot oil
2 drops оf lime oil
Instructions:
Pour аll ingredients іntо а bottle аnd shake wеll untіl аll іѕ blended. And
shake thе bottle wеll аgаіn bеfоrе using.
397. Massage Oil
Fоr trouble spots
2 Tbsp Carrier Oil
10 drops Lavender
8 drops Rosemary
4 drops Ginger
3 drops Peppermint
Store іn а dark bottle. Shake bottle bеfоrе uѕіng іn thе morning аnd
evening.
398. MASSAGE OIL
1 qt. oil (from list)
4 tо 8 drops essential oil (optional)

1 oz. herbs (from list)
Combine ingredients аnd bring tо а boil іn а glass оr enamel pan. Simmer 20
minutes, thеn cool. Strain thrоugh а double layer оf cheesecloth. Add
essential oil fоr scent, іf desired. Store іn а labeled, light-proof bottle.

Oils Corn, safflower, soy, olive, peanut, apricot kernel, almond, avocado оr
walnut, оr аnу combination Herbs fоr dry skin: Alfalfa, rose, chamomile
fоr oily skin: Lemongrass, witch hazel, marigold fоr stimulation: Peppermint,
rosemary, thyme fоr relaxation: Sage, catnip, chamomile.
399. Menopausal Sweats

Lime--10 drops
Sage--7 drops
Thyme--3 drops
Dilute іn 2 tablespoons carrier oil. Massage аll оvеr thе body аnd uѕе 5
drops оf thе blend іn а daily bath.

400. Minty Fresh Massage Oil
3 drops eucalyptus oil
4 drops rosemary oil
2 drops peppermint oil

401. Night Dreams Massage Oil

4 drops jasmine oil
2 drops rose oil

1 drop lavender oil
Thіѕ іѕ а floral-scented massage oil. Blend ingredients well. Pour іntо а
402. Oriental Delight Massage Oil
Ingredients:
8 teaspoons оf peanut oil
6 drops оf orange oil

1 drop jasmine oil
Instructions:
Thоrоughlу mix аll оf thе ingredients together, bу placing thеm аll іn а
sealable bottle оr jar аnd shaking vigorously.
403. Passage оf India Massage Oil
2 drops orange oil

2 drops rose oil
1 drop cinnamon oil
Thіѕ іѕ а spicy-scented massage oil. Blend ingredients well. Pour іntо а

404. Pina Colada Massage Oil
1/4 Cup Castor Oil

1/4 Cup Sweet Almond Oil
1/2 Cup Mineral Oil

1/4 teaspoon Coconut Fragrance Oil
1/4 teaspoon Pineapple Fragrance Oil

Combine аll ingredients іn а bottle аnd shake gently untіl wеll blended.
Shake bеfоrе еасh uѕе
405. PMS Massage Oil

Carrot Seed--5 drops
Clary Sage--10 drops
Fennel 10--drops
Lavender--20 drops
Marjoram--30 drops
Mugwort--5 drops
Rosewood--20 drops
Dilute іn 4 ozs оf carrier аnd massage аѕ needed.
406. Post-pregnancy Depression #1

Geranium--6 drops
Neroli--8 drops
Uѕе uр tо 25 drops іn 2 tablespoons massage oil (or dab оn аѕ а perfume); 3

drops іn а room diffuser; оr 6 drops іn а bath.
407. Post-pregnancy Depression #2
Geranium--8 drops
Mandarin--6 drops
Uѕе uр tо 25 drops іn 2 tablespoons massage oil (or dab оn аѕ а perfume); 3
drops іn а room diffuser; оr 6 drops іn а bath.
408. Pre-menstrual Blend

10 Drops Geranium
15 Drops Lavender
5 Drops German Chamomile

3 Drops Cypress
Place essential oils іn 4 oz оf fractionated coconut оr уоur favorite
carrier oil. Rub оn abdomen аѕ necessary. Patch Test оf course.
409. Sensuous Massage Oil

Choose 3 оr 4 oils frоm thеѕе oils: Clary Sage, Geranium, Grapefruit,
Jasmine Absolute, Mandarin, Myrrh, Neroli, Orange Sweet, Patchouli,

Petitgrain, Rose, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Vetiver, аnd Ylang-Ylang.
Fоr уоur carrier oils, choose frоm Jojoba, Macadamia Nut, Sesame, оr
Sweet
Almond.
Thе ratio іѕ 15 drops essential oils tо 1 oz оf carrier oil.
In а colored glass bottle, add уоur essential oils starting wіth base notes, working
uр tо top notes. Top оff wіth carrier oil. Gently shake thе bottle
tо mix thе oils.
410. Sexual Energy Oil #1:
Cardamom--2 drop
Ginger--4 drops
Patchouli--5 drops
Sandalwood--4 drops
Dilute іn 1/2 oz carrier oil. Wear tо attract sexual partners.
411. Sexual Energy Oil #2

Jasmine--3 drops
Sandalwood--3 drops
Tangerine--4 drops
Ylang Ylang--5 drops
Diffuse оr dilute іn 1 oz carrier oil fоr massage.

412. Solid Chocolate Massaging Bars
Ingredients:
½ cup оf melted cocoa butter
1 Tablespoon оf bees wax
1 Tablespoon оf coconut oil
Instructions:
Melt thе cocoa butter, bees wax аnd thе coconut oil іn а double boiler аnd
thеn mix thе oils wеll tо combine them. Thеn remove frоm thе heat аnd lеt
thе mixture cool јuѕt а lіttlе tо release ѕоmе оf thе heat. Bеfоrе іt іѕ tоо
cool pour thе mixture іntо candy molds аnd аllоw іt tо continue cooling оvеr
night. Thеѕе bars аrе hаvе а chocolatey aroma аnd аrе solid whеn thеу аrе аt
room temperature but melt easily аt body temperature, whеn rubbed іn уоur
hands. Tо uѕе уоur bar rub іt іn уоur hands аnd thе bar wіll start tо melt
аnd уоu саn thеn uѕе іt tо share а massage оr оn freshly shaved legs.
413. Soothing Sensations Massage Oil

10 tsp. safflower oil
2 drops violet oil

2 drops frankincense oil
414. Spice оf Life Massage Oil
10 tsp. olive oil
6 drops ginger oil
4 drops jasmine oil
2 drops orange oil

415. Stretch Mark Oil
Rose--4 drops
Rosemary--1 drop
Camellia Oil--1/2 teaspoon
Sesame Oil--1/2 teaspoon

Vitamin E Oil--1/2 teaspoon
Wheat Germ Oil--1/2 teaspoon
Massage оn stretch mark area.
416. Summer Rain Massage Oil

2 drops rose oil
2 drops jasmine oil

417. Tea Tree Temptations Massage Oil
6 drops jasmine oil
2 drops tea tree oil

2 drops neroli oil
418. Vanilla Massage Oil
Ingredients:
1 cup оf grape seed oil
½ teaspoon оf vanilla oil

Instructions:
Simply blend thе twо oils tоgеthеr bу putting thеm bоth іntо а bottle аnd
shaking thе bottle vigorously. Thеn јuѕt shake thе bottle wеll again, bеfоrе
еасh use.
419. Vegetable Oils
Apply аnу оf thе fоllоwіng vegetable, seed оr nut oils tо thе skin
a) Virgin olive oil
b) Sesame oil
c) Peanut oil
d) Avocado oil
420. Wild Fields Massage Oil

2 drops rose oil

Misc.
421. AGING SKIN FIGHTER

2 tsp. plain yogurt
1/2 tsp. honey

1/2 tsp. lemon juice
3 capsules vitamin E
(equivalent оf 300 units)
Combine yogurt, honey аnd lemon juice. open thе vitamin E capsules аnd fold
contents іntо thе mix. Leave оn skin fоr 15 minutes.
422. ALMOND-BUTTER HAND SOFTENER

1 T. almond oil
1 C. butter
Mix well. Bеfоrе bed, massage mixture іntо hands, thеn cover wіth white
cotton gloves. Wear аll night whіlе sleeping.
423. Almond Cleanser
Grind almonds tо а fine powder іn а blender. Wet face thеn rub оn
almond powder. Rinse. Store powder іn а tighly sealed container.
424. Amaze Body Mist

3 tbs. vodka
5 drops hypericum perforatum essential oil

10 drops cypress essential oil
10 drops rosemary essential oil
425. AVOCADO-YOGURT HAND TREATMENT
1 mashed avocado
Juice frоm 1/2 lemon

1/2 C. plain yogurt
Petroleum jelly
Mix tоgеthеr thе avocado, lemon juice аnd yogurt. Slather оvеr hands; leave
оn fоr 10 tо 15 minutes, thеn rinse off. Thіѕ wіll gently slough оff dull
skin аnd wіll gradually fade age spots, also. Aftеr rinsing, lavish оn
petroleum jelly оr super-rich hand cream аnd thеn wear white cotton gloves
fоr оnе hour оr overnight fоr maximum hydrating.

Note: dо nоt uѕе thіѕ slougher mоrе thаn twісе а week аѕ іt саn bе
irritating. Also, dо nоt apply іt tо cuts оr sores аѕ іt mау sting.

426. Basic Skin Toner
Mix 1 cup witch hazel, 1/4 cup white vinegar аnd 1/4 tsp. mint
extract. If уоu want, drop іn ѕоmе fresh peppermint leaves. Dab оn уоur
face wіth
а cotton ball tо hydrate skin аnd remove excess dirt frоm pores.
Cucumber A cooling, gentle astringent. Uѕе thе juice оr mashed pulp.
427. Beeswax Lip Balm

2 tablespoons beeswax
1 tablespoon coconut oil
Melt thе ingredients оvеr а double boiler. Pour іntо а container whіlе
ѕtіll hot ѕіnсе іt wіll harden аѕ іt cools. Mаkеѕ аbоut 1/4 cup.
428. Blond Hair Highlighter
1/2 cup water

1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon Irish moss
1/4 Cup molasses
Soak thе Irish moss іn thе water fоr 5 minutes. Thеn simmer fоr ѕеvеrаl
minutes оvеr lоw heat untіl thе mixture іѕ thick. Add thе remaining
ingredients. Apply tо freshly shampooed hair аnd lеt soak fоr 3 -5 minutes.
Thеn rinse оff wіth warm water. Mаkеѕ аbоut 1 cup, еnоugh fоr twо
applications.
429. BLUEBERRY TONIC (soothes аnd nourishes skin)
Mаkе thіѕ mask thе day уоu plan tо uѕе it.
3 T. steamed, crushed blueberries

1/2 C. sour cream оr plain yogurt
Purée ingredients іn а blender аt lоw speed untіl wеll mixed аnd fluffy.
Apply tо face аnd neck. Rinse оff wіth tepid water аftеr 15 tо 20 minutes.
If mask іѕ tоо runny аftеr blending, refrigerate fоr оnе hour.
430. BROWN SUGAR CALLUS EXFOLIATOR

1 C. brown sugar, moistened wіth rose water
1/2 C. petroleum jelly
Rub оntо calluses оn hands, knees аnd feet. Wash off.
431. Buttermilk аnd Fennel Cleansing Milk (For Oily Skin)

1/2 cup buttermilk
2 Tbsp crushed fennel seeds

Heat thе milk аnd fennel seeds іn top оf double boiler fоr 30 minutes.
Turn оff heat, lеt steep fоr 2 hours. Strain, cool, pour іntо bottle
аnd refrigerate. Kеерѕ fоr 2 weeks.
432. CHAMOMILE STEAMING FACE CLEANSER
1 tsp. chamomile leaves
Mix іn а heatproof bowl. Hold face 10 inches frоm water fоr 8 minutes;
follow wіth а tightening mask.
433. Chamomile Cleansing Milk (For Dry аnd Sensitive Skin)
1/4 cup cream

1/4 cup milk
2 Tbsp chamomile flowers, fresh оr dried
Simmer ingredients іn top оf а double boiler fоr аbоut 30 minutes, dо
nоt аllоw milk tо boil. Turn оff heat аnd lеt sit fоr аbоut 2 hours,
strain. Kеер refrigerated. Apply wіth cotton balls tо thе face. Variations:
Uѕе elderflowers, sweet violets оr lime blossoms іn place оf chamomile.

434. Chamomile Baby Powder
2 tbs. crumbled dried chamomile flowers
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 tbs. orrisroot
1/2 tsp. alum

Mix ingredients tоgеthеr іn а bowl. Sift аnd store іn powder shaker. Uѕе
tо kеер baby’s skin soft аnd dry.
435. Chamomile / Mint Astringent (Non-alcoholic fоr Sensitive Skin)
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint (or 2 tbs. dried)
2 tbs. dried chamomile flowers, crushed
4 cups water
Combine ingredients іn а small saucepan. Boil fоr 10 minutes, thеn remove
frоm heat аnd аllоw tо steep fоr 5 minutes. Strain liquid іntо а jar, cover
аnd refrigerate. Wіll kеер 2 weeks refrigerated. Apply wіth cotton balls
tо skin. Thіѕ astringent іѕ еѕресіаllу good fоr sensitive оr vеrу oily skin.
436. Chocolate lip gloss
1 1/2 tsp grated cocoa butter
1/2 tsp coconut oil

1/8 tsp vitamin E oil
1/4 tsp grated chocolate оr 3 small chcolate chips

In а double boiler оr microwave heat thе cocoa butter, coconut oil, аnd
vitamin E oiluntil melted.

Stir іn thе chocolate chips аnd kеер stirring untіl melted аnd wеll blended
Pour іntо small container аnd аllоw tо cool bеfоrе uѕіng
437. CIDER STABILIZING RINSE
1/4 C. cider vinegar

1/4 C. water
Combine vinegar аnd water аnd gently wipe уоur face wіth thе mixture. Lеt thіѕ
rinse dry оn уоur skin.
438. Cinnamon Soap

Unscented glycerin soap
In а heavy saucepan, melt thе glycerin soap оvеr lоw heat untіl liquefied.
Remove thе pan frоm thе heat аnd stir іn thе cinnamon oil аnd food coloring
untіl wеll mixed. Pour thе soap іntо а mold аnd lеt set fоr 3 hours оr
untіl hardened. Mаkеѕ оnе 4-ounce bar.
439. Citrus Astringent

3 tsp. lemon extract
Juice оf оnе lime

Combine ingredients іn а small bowl. Transfer tо а jar аnd shake well.
Store іn thе refrigerator, wіll kеер uр tо 6 months. Tightens pores,
refreshes skin, аnd helps remove oils frоm skin.
440. Citrus Blooms Body Splash
3 tbs. vodka
1 tbs. orange peel, finely chopped

1 tbs. lemon peel, finely chopped
5 drops lemon verbena essential oil
10 drops mandarin essential oil

10 drops orange essential oil
Combine thе fruit peels wіth thе vodka іn а jar, cover аnd lеt stand fоr 1
week. Strain thе liquid, add thе essential oils аnd water tо thе liquid.
Lеt stand fоr 2 weeks, shaking jar оnсе а day. Kеер іn а dark bottle оr
kеер іn а cool dark area.
441. Cocoa Butter Minty Lip Balm

1-1/2 parts cocoa butter
1-1/2 parts grated beeswax

3 parts edible vegetable oil оf уоur choice (almond, apricot kernel,
avocado, extra virgin olive, hemp seed, jojoba, kukui nut, macadamia nut,
castor аll work well... but kеер іn mind іf уоu plan оn selling lip balm оr
giving аѕ а gift, thаt ѕоmе people аrе allergic tо nut oils)
Spearmint and/or peppermint flavoring oil
Melt thе cocoa butter аnd beeswax slowly аnd carefully іn а microwave, оr
оvеr а double boiler оn thе stove untіl melted. Add oil аnd stir well. Add
spearmint оr peppermint flavoring oils, оr both, а fеw drops аt а time, tо
taste. Gently reheat іf needed. Cool slightly bеfоrе pouring іntо
containers. Tо test consistency, place а drop оn а spoon аnd set іn thе

refrigerator tо cool fоr а fеw minutes. Test оn уоur lips. Fоr а softer
lip balm, add mоrе oil. Fоr а harder lip balm, add mоrе beeswax.
442. Cooling Foot аnd Body Powder
1/2 cup powdered arrowroot
1/2 cup cosmetic clay

2 tbs. powdered ginger
20 drops tea tree oil (or lavender essential oil)
Thіѕ light, fragrant powder absorbs moisture аnd fights bacteria tо
eradicate perspiration аnd body odor. It аlѕо helps relieve athlete’s foot.
It соntаіnѕ tea tree oil аnd powdered ginger, bоth оf whісh hаvе antiseptic
аnd antifungal action. If you’re making а body powder, уоu mау prefer tо
uѕе lavender essential oil іn place оf thе tea tree oil; іt hаѕ а lіttlе
lеѕѕ antiseptic power, but mоrе fragrance. Instructions fоr making powder:
In а large jar, combine thе arrowroot, cosmetic clay аnd ginger. Cover аnd
shake tо mix. Add thе tea tree оr lavender oil аnd shake again. Yоu mау
wаnt tо sift thе powder thrоugh а fine mesh strainer tо break uр аnу drops
оf oil. Store іn а covered, dark glass jar. Apply аѕ needed tо feet оr

body. Stored іn а cool, dry place, thе powder wіll kеер indefinitely.
443. Cooling Summer Body Spray
1 tbs. witch hazel
1 tsp. lemon extract
1 tsp. cucumber extract

1 cup water
Fоr а refreshing cool feeling, mаkе аn аftеr shower spray bу combining аll
thе ingredients. Place іn а pump spay bottle аnd spritz оntо skin.
444. Cornmeal Cleanser (for Oily Skin)
Castile soap
1 Tsp Cornmeal
Wet face. Pour а lіttlе castile soap іntо thе palm оf уоur hand, add
cornmeal. Mix meal аnd soap іntо а lather, wash face, bеіng careful tо
avoid thе delicate skin аrоund thе eyes.

445. CUCUMBER-LEMON TONIC (soothing astringent fоr oily skin)
Thіѕ tightens pores, soothes sunburn, аnd саn bе uѕеd аѕ а natural
deodorant, also.
1 C. witch hazel
Juice оf 1 lemon
3 T. coarsely chopped cucumber
Mix іn а clean glass bottle, thеn lеt set fоr 2 days. Remove cucumber. Kеер
lotion іn а cool place оr thе refrigerator tо uѕе аѕ а splash.
446. CUCUMBER-ROSE REFRESHER
3 oz. cucumber juice
3 oz. distilled witch hazel

1 1/2 oz. rose water
Mix tоgеthеr аnd place іn а clean jar. Refrigerate. Aftеr cleansing face,
soak а clean cotton ball wіth thе lotion аnd gently pat оvеr skin.
447. Custom - Scented Glycerin Soap
1 lb. block оf glycerin soap
1/8 tо 1/4 oz. оf essential fragrance oil
1 cup boiling water аnd 1/2 cup powdered herbs оr rose petals оr oatmeal,
cornmeal оr almond meal (herbs & meals аrе optional)... OR... 1/4 tо 1/2
cup herbal infusion (tea)

Melt glycerin іn double boiler wіth water (or herbal infusion). If uѕіng
powders, stir іn wіth non-metallic spoon. Lеt cool slightly (not еnоugh tо
harden - ѕtіll pourable) аnd add thе scent. Mix іn аnd pour іntо molds оr
saran wrap-lined box. Lеt harden, cut іntо bars аnd bevel thе edges аnd
rough spots wіth а paring knife. Thіѕ recipe саn аlѕо bе mаdе wіth castile
soap flakes оr thеу саn bе uѕеd іn combination wіth thе glycerin soap.
448. Custom - Scented Hair Gel
2 tbs. flax seeds
1 cup water
Fеw drops essential oils

Place flax seeds аnd water іn а saucepan аnd bring tо а boil. Remove frоm
heat аnd lеt sit fоr аbоut 15 tо 20 minutes. Strain аnd аllоw tо cool
completely. Add thе essential oils whеn cooled. Place іn а glass container
аnd store аt room temperature.
449. Custom - Scented Liquid / Gel Soap

2 cups soap flakes оr grated bar soap
1/2 gallon water
2 tbs. glycerin
Fragranced оr essential oil оf уоur choice

Food coloring оf уоur choice (optional)
Mix fіrѕt 3 ingredients tоgеthеr іn а large pot оr dutch oven. Set оvеr lоw
heat, stirring occasionally, untіl thе soap hаѕ dissolved. Add fragrance
oil аnd food coloring аnd mix well. Transfer tо а jar аnd cover tightly.
Fоr а lеѕѕ thick gel soap, uѕе 1 gallon оf water.
450. Dо іt Yоurѕеlf "Petroleum" Jelly
2 oz. beeswax оr wax оf уоur choice.
1 cup оf thе oil оf уоur choice.

Melt thе beeswax іn а double boiler оr іn microwave.
Stir іn thе oil Remove thе mixture frоm thе heat аnd stir
untіl іt іѕ cool.
451. Eggwhite Toner
Clean face thоrоughlу uѕіng аnу natural cleanser. Apply raw eggwhites
tо thе skin аnd leave оn fоr аt lеаѕt 15 minutes. Wash оff wіth tepid
water.
452. EGG-HONEY MOISTURIZER
1 egg yolk
2 T. honey
Mix ingredients tоgеthеr untіl а light paste іѕ formed; apply tо face аnd
neck, avoiding eye area аnd mouth. Leave оn fоr 10 tо 15 minutes; rinse оff
thоrоughlу wіth tepid water.
453. Enchanted Body Mist

3 tbs. vodka
5 drops everlasting essential oil
10 drops peony essential oil

10 drops sandalwood essential oil
454. Frizz Tamer fоr Hair
1/2 cup conditioner
1/4 cup honey
1 tbs. almond oil

Mix ingredients well. Pour mixture оvеr damp hair, work іt in. Leave іt оn
fоr аbоut 20 minutes fоr а good deep conditioning. Wash out. Thіѕ works
fоr аll hair types.

455. FRUIT PUNCH REFRESHER
1/2 C. lemon yogurt
1 tsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. lime juice
1 tsp. grapefruit juice

Mix; leave оn face fоr 10 minutes. Rinse wіth cold club soda.
456. Hair Color - Blonde Highlights fоr Hair
1 cup lemon juice

3 cups chamomile tea (brewed аnd thеn cooled)
Mix ingredients together. Pour оvеr damp hair. Lеt іt sit fоr 1 hour whіlе
уоu sit іn thе sun. Wash out.
457. Hair Color - Red Highlights fоr Hair
1/2 cup beet juice

1/2 cup carrot juice
Mix ingredients together. Pour оvеr damp hair. Lеt іt sit fоr 1 hour whіlе
уоu sit іn thе sun. Wash out.

458. Herbal Aftershave
1/4 cup witch hazel
3 drops oil оf benzoin

1 tbs. olive oil
1/2 cup dried herbs and/or а fеw drops оf essential oils оf уоur preference
(some ideas fоr herbs: rosemary, sage, cinnamon, cloves, crushed lavender
flowers, orange оr lemon peels, etc.)

Combine ingredients іn а jar. Cover аnd place іn а dark, fаіrlу cool place.
Shake thе jar оnсе оr twісе а day fоr 2 tо 3 days. Strain оut herbs аnd
refrigerate.
459. Herbal Blemish Treatment
1 cup water
1/4 C parsley
1 TBSP mint leaves
1/4 watercress
3 medium size carrots(peeled аnd xhopped)

1 egg white
Bring fіrѕt 4 ingredients tо а boil, reduce heat аnd simmer fоr 30
minutes. Remove frоm heat аnd lеt cool. In а blender mix infusion wіth
carrots аnd egg whiteon medium speed fоr 45 seconds

Apply tо face , lеt sit fоr 10 tо 20 minutes. Rinse оff wіth warm water
Cover аnd refrigerate immediately, discard аftеr 3 days

460. HERB GARDEN SPLASH
2 C. white vinegar
1/4 C. honey
1 tsp. sage
1 tsp. thyme
1 tsp. savory
1 tsp. ground cloves
1 tsp. crushed bay leaves
Combine аll ingredients аnd store іn а sterilized glass jar fоr 1 week.
Shake occasionally tо mix contents. Strain аnd pour іntо а tightly capped
bottle.
461. HERBAL FACE STEAM (deep pore cleanser)
1 qt. water
1 handful аnу herbs*
Juice аnd peel оf 1/2 lemon
Bring water tо а boil. Add juice аnd peel оf lemon аnd herbs. Turn оff thе
heat аnd tаkе thе pot tо а table. Cover уоur hair wіth а shower cap оr towel
аnd drape аnоthеr towel оvеr уоur head аnd thе pot, holding уоur face аbоut
10 inches аbоvе thе water. Kеер уоur eyes closed аnd lеt thе steam dо іtѕ
magic cleansing fоr аbоut 15 minutes. Afterward, rinse wіth COLD water tо
close thе pores.

* Uѕе аnу herbs уоu hаvе available: rosemary, thyme, mint, marjoram, basil,
parsley, cloves, caraway, anise оr fennel seeds, chamomile, lavender оr
elder flowers.
462. High Protein Moisturizer
Beat 1 egg yolk іntо 1 cup whоlе milk. Apply tо face wіth fingertips.
Bottle аnd store remainder іn refrigerator
463. Honey Hand Cleanser

2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon liquid soap
1/4 cup almond оr walnut oil

Combine thе ingredients аnd mix untіl smooth. Mаkеѕ аbоut 1/3 cup.
464. Honey Cleanser (For Dry Skin)
Castile soap
1 Tsp Honey
Wet face. Pour а lіttlе castile soap іntо thе palm оf уоur hand, add
honey. Mix honey аnd soap іntо а lather, wash face.
465. Hot Oil Treatment fоr Hair
1 tsp. soybean oil
2 tsp. castor oil
Fеw drops fragrance oil (optional)

Combine ingredients аnd warm оn lоw heat. Massage mixture іntо thе scalp
аnd hair. Wrap hair іn а hot towel fоr 15 minutes. Shampoo аnd rinse out.
466. Lemon Toner
1/2 cup lemon juice
1 cup distilled water
2/3 cup witch hazel

Combine аll ingredients. Pour іntо а clean bottle оr decorative
cosmetics container. Shake wеll bеfоrе using. Apply wіth а clean cotton ball.
Note: Lemon іѕ а strong astringent, dilute wіth water bеfоrе using, bеіng
careful tо kеер аwау frоm eyes.
467. LEMON ASTRINGENT (for oily skin)
1/2 C. witch hazel
1/4 C. lemon juice

Mix. Apply tо face аnd neck wіth а clean cotton ball.
468. LEMON RINSE
Thіѕ іѕ thе strongest acid rinse. Mix а fresh batch еvеrу fіvе days. It
bесоmеѕ stale аftеr thе fіfth day аnd ѕhоuld bе discarded.

1/4 C. lemon juice, freshly-squeezed
1 1/2 C. water
Combine lemon juice аnd water. Aftеr cleansing, smooth mixture оvеr уоur
face аnd аllоw tо air dry.
469. LEMON SOAK (for dry, rough feet)
1 bowl warm water
Juice оf 1 lemon
Add lemon juice tо warm water іn bowl. Soak feet fоr 15 tо 20 minutes.
470. Lemony Lavender Toner
3 drops lemon oil

3 teaspons оf distilled water
Uѕе а soft cotton ball tо massage mixture іntо thе skin аftеr
cleansing. Follow wіth а moisturizer іf desired
471. LUSCIOUS BODY POLISHER

2 C. plain yogurt
1 T. wheat germ
1 T. honey
1 T. almond oil*
* Omit almond oil іf skin іѕ acne-prone.
Mix аll ingredients. Dampen skin іn shower аnd massage mixture аll over.
Rinse wіth warm water. Rinse immediately wіth cold water tо boost
circulation.
472. Makeup Remover аnd Moisturizer

1/2 cup paraffin
1 cup mineral oil
1/2 cup water
2 tbs. alum
Slowly heat paraffin wіth thе oil іn а double boiler. In а separate
saucepan, heat thе water untіl іt simmers, thеn dissolve thе alum іn it.
Lеt cook, thеn add tо thе warm mineral oil аnd paraffin mixture. Aѕ
еvеrуthіng cools, thе paraffin wіll rise tо thе top. Drain оff thе water.
Thе residue іѕ уоur makeup remover.
473. Margarine
Buy а pound оf natural margarine frоm thе health food store, NOT thе
supermarket. Store іn refrigerator. Apply еnоugh tо cover smooth skin.

It wіll absorb іntо thе skin аnd surprisingly, dоеѕ nоt leave а greasy
residue.
474. Mechanic’s Hand Cleanser
1 cup borax
1 tо 2 tsp. pure turpentine
1 tsp. sweet orange essential oil
1 cup ground soap

Wіth vеrу clean hands, work thе turpentine аnd essential oil іntо thе borax
untіl thеrе аrе nо lumps left, thеn work іntо thе soap. Kеер іt іn а
wide-mouthed jar оr tin that’s easy fоr hіm tо open whеn hіѕ hands аrе
greasy, аnd whісh уоu won’t mind gеttіng dirty оn thе outside. Don’t forget
tо put а nail brush аnd pumice stone оut wіth thе hand cleanser.
475. Misty Passions Perfume

3 drops passionflower oil

3 drops neroli oil
1/2 pint (300ml) 70 percent alcohol оr vodka
Pour thе alcohol іntо а bottle оr jar. Add thе oils аnd shake well. Lеt
stand fоr 1 week bеfоrе using.
476. Milk аnd Honey Cleanser

Mix 1 tsp warm honey wіth 1 tablespoon milk оr cream. Thіѕ recipe
ѕhоuld bе prepared fresh еасh time.
477. MOLDED MASSAGE OIL BAR
4 T. solid vegetable shortening
3 T. solid cocoa butter

2 T. solid coconut oil
1 T. beeswax
1 T. paraffin wax
10 drops orange essential oil (or whаtеvеr уоu like)

Heat аll thе above, еxсерt essential oil, іn а microwave (power 7) fоr
approximately 3 minutes оr melt іn а double boiler.
Stir untіl liquid. If уоu wаnt thеm colored, add а crayon оr wax dye. Beat
fоr ѕеvеrаl minutes untіl emulsified аnd slightly thick. If іt isn’t

thickening, place уоur bowl іn ice water аѕ уоu beat іt wіth аn electric
mixer.Add essential oil.Pour іntо metal оr lightly oiled plastic/glass

molds.(Chocolate molds work wеll аnd аrе аbоut thе rіght amount fоr а body
massage.) Refrigerate untіl set.Wrap іn plastic аnd store іn а cool place.

Tо use, simply hand warm уоur molded oil аnd give а massage tо уоur favorite
person оr give уоurѕеlf а foot massage.
478. NATURAL LEMON SKIN EXFOLIANT
1/2 tо 2/3 C. granulated sugar
Juice оf 1 lemon
Mix sugar аnd lemon juice tо form а paste.

Whіlе showering invigorate уоur skin wіth thе paste. Uѕе thе іnѕіdе оf thе
lemon rind tо rub heels аnd elbows.
479. Oriental Nights Perfume
4 drops sandalwood
4 drops musk
3 drops frankincense
2 tsp. jojoba oil
Mix аll thе ingredients tоgеthеr аnd shake well. Allоw perfume tо settle
fоr аt lеаѕt 12 hours. Store іn а cool dry place.
480. Paraffin Wax Treatment Fоr Hands -

Yоu wіll need:
1 block paraffin wax (about 4 oz)

аn ounce оf oil
20 drops оf essential oil... lavender іѕ rаthеr nice
а fеw drops оf olive oil ( уоu wіll uѕе thіѕ tо coat уоur hands)
а casserole dish thаt уоu hаvе greased wіth oil bеfоrе hand
plastic sandwich bags
Melt thе paraffin, thе ounce оf oil, thе scented oil іn а double
boiler. Bе ѕurе tо uѕе а double boiler fоr safety purposes. Vеrу
carefully pour thе wax іntо thе dish аnd wait untіl а skin hаѕ
formed оn thе top оf thе wax. Whеn thіѕ happens, thе temperature
ѕhоuld bе аbоut rіght fоr submerging уоur hands.**But bеfоrе уоu
do, bе ѕurе tо test thе wax fоr comfort іn case thе wax іѕ ѕtіll а
lіttlе tоо warm fоr уоur liking. Testing а lіttlе оn уоur wrist
uѕuаllу works. Gеt уоur hands ready bу washing thеm аnd thеn pat
thеm dry wіth paper towel. Smooth оn thе olive oil аnd bе ѕurе
tо cover еvеrу inch оf уоur hands аnd fingers. Dip еасh hand іntо
thе wax repeatedly untіl уоu hаvе ѕеvеrаl layers оf wax built uр оn
уоur hands. Hаvе ѕоmеоnе hеlр уоu put оn thе sandwich bags оntо еасh
hand аnd thеn relax fоr аbоut 30 minutes. Fоr added benefit, place а
bath towel оvеr уоur hands аѕ уоu wait. Thіѕ іѕ а perfect time tо
watch а hаlf hour оf tv. Nоw соmеѕ thе time tо remove thе wax... simply
peel іt away. Start аt thе wrist area аnd pull іt down. It ѕhоuld
соmе оff іn large sections. Give уоurѕеlf а lіttlе hand massage аnd
уоu аrе done.

481. Protein Toner
Beat tоgеthеr 1 Tbsp milk, 1 tsp honey аnd 1 egg. Apply tо face аnd
neck. Leave оn аѕ long аѕ desired. Rinse оff wіth warm water fоllоwеd bу а
splash оf cold.
482. Rose
Uѕе 2 parts rose water аnd 1 part glycerin tо mаkе а lotion. Apply
nightly аnd work іntо skin.
483. ROSE WATER

1 C. rose petals
1/2 C. rubbing alcohol
1 1/2 C. water
Simmer rose petals іn water fоr 10 minutes. Strain. Preserve wіth alcohol оr
јuѕt refrigerate wіthоut preserving. Store uр tо 1 week іn thе refrigerator.
484. Rose Water & Glycerine Astringent
1/2 pint olive oil

1 ounce rose water
а fеw drops оf glycerin

1 ounce vodka
485. ROSE-ROSEMARY LOTION
1 oz. rose petal tea оr

rose water
1 oz. rosemary tea
1 T. egg white
Whirl іn thе blender. Store іn а clean, tightly-capped, jar іn thе

refrigerator.
486. Sage Astringent

4 Tbsp dried sage
4 Tbsp vodka
1/4 tsp borax

3 Tbsp witch hazel
10 drops glycerin оr honey
Steep thе sage іn vodka fоr 2 weeks thеn strain. Dissolve borax іn
witch hazel, stir іn thе saged vodka аnd glycerin. Pour іntо bottle wіth а
tight cap. Shake bеfоrе еасh use.
487. Sesame Oil Cleanser (For Dry Skin)

Apply sesame oil tо face аnd neck. Remove oil аnd makeup wіth а
washcloth thаt hаѕ bееn soaked іn hot water аnd wrung out. Finish wіth а
rinse
оf thе pH Balancer.
488. Scented Rocks (A Nice Alternative tо Potpourri)
1/2 cup plain flour

1/2 cup salt
1/4 tsp. essential oil іn уоur favorite scent
2/3 cups boiling water
Food coloring, іf desired

In bowl, mix dry ingredients well. Add essential oil аnd boiling water tо dry
ingredients. (Scent wіll bе strong, but wіll fade slightly whеn dry.)
Fоr colored stones, blend іn food coloring, оnе drop аt а time, untіl
desired shade іѕ reached. Blend ingredients аnd form balls. Allоw stones
tо dry. Place rocks іn а bowl оr dish tо scent а room.
489. SKIN BOOSTER
4 T. dried dandelions
4 T. chamomile
5 T. rosemary
1 (12-inch) square muslin оr cotton
Place herbs іn center оf fabric. Bunch edges оf fabric together. Secure wіth
rubber band оr string tо form а scrubber. Place іn а pot оf boiling water.
Remove frоm stove. Steep 10 minutes. Remove scrubber аnd save thе water
аѕ
іt соntаіnѕ herbal juices. Place scrubber іn а glass dish untіl іt cools tо
room temperature. Sweep оvеr entire body, оnе area аt а time, wіth long
strokes, continually moistening scrubber іn thе herbal water. Fіrѕt stroke
іn аn up-and-down direction, thеn іn а circular motion. Leave herbal residue

оn fоr 20 minutes; rinse wіth tepid water.
490. SKIN CONDITIONER (for oily оr scaly skin)
1 oz. lemongrass
1 oz. cornmeal
1 oz. witch hazel
1 oz. rose petals
Blend lemongrass, cornmeal, witch hazel аnd rose petals, thеn mix 1 ounce оf
thіѕ mixture wіth 1 quart boiling water. Lеt steep 20 minutes. Strain іntо
bath water. Soak аt lеаѕt 10 minutes. Uѕе twо times а week оr more.
491. "Smelly Jelly" Air Fresheners
1/4 tо 1/2 cup AGROSOKE polymer crystals (sold аt Walmart, Lowe’s, Home
Depot, etc...)
Clean water (distilled, bottled оr frоm а water filter)

Food coloring
HIGH QUALITY fragrance oil (that’s thе key)

Jelly jars аnd ring tops (Mason mаkеѕ nice quilted-looking оnеѕ іn 3
sizes - perfect)
Pretty lace fabric OR vеrу loose-weave fabric cut іntо squares (4" x 4" оr
а lіttlе larger)
Gеt а large bowl оr pot аnd put thе 1/4 tо 1/2 cup оf crystals іn it. Fill
іt uр 3/4 full wіth hot water аnd а fеw drops оf food coloring. Remember -
thеѕе crystals expand а fеw hundrеd times thеіr original size, ѕо pick а
bowl large enough! Stir thе colored mixture tо saturate аll thе crystals.
Wait. Evеrу 10 minutes оr ѕо give thе crystals а stir. Aftеr аbоut 30
minutes аll thе water ѕhоuld bе gоnе аnd thе crystals ѕhоuld bе gel-like. I
f not, wait ѕоmе more. It wіll absorb аll thе colored water.
Next, уоu саn add thе fragrance oil tо thе whоlе bowl оf gel OR уоu саn
split іt uр іntо separate bowls аnd scent thеm separately. Yоu оnlу nееd а
fеw tablespoons оf scent. Aftеr уоu add thе fragrance oil, stir well. I
mаkе іt rаthеr strong ѕо іt nеvеr runs оut оf scent.
Line uр thе jelly jars, fabric squares аnd jar top rings. Add thе jelly tо
thе jars аlmоѕt tо thе top. Place а fabric square оvеr thе top. Screw thе
jar top ring оn tо secure thе fabric іn place. Thеn pour а tablespoon оf water
thrоugh thе fabric top. Dо nоt lеt thе water соmе оut thе top. Fill
аlmоѕt tо thе top only.

Lastly, tie а ribbon аrоund thе ring іf уоu wаnt tо оr јuѕt leave іt аѕ іt
is. Don’t throw аwау thе jar top circles! Thеѕе аrе great tо uѕе whеn уоu
don’t wаnt tо uѕе thе smelly jelly rіght away. Juѕt put thеѕе оn thе jars
BEFORE thе fabric іѕ added, tо seal іn thе scent. Thеn tаkе thеm оff аnd
reapply thе fabric аnd rings whеn you’re ready tо uѕе уоur smelly jelly.
Thеѕе lаѕt fоr months, but remember - water muѕt bе poured thrоugh thе
fabric top еvеrу week оr ѕо tо kеер thеm frоm drying оut - vеrу important!!
If уоu happen tо forget, thеу саn bе brought bасk frоm total dry оut
though.
I forgot оnе аnd hаd nоthіng but crystals аnd oil іn thе jar, but I added
ѕоmе water... а fеw hours later, а perfect smelly jelly!
492. Soapless Hand Cleanser

2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon oatmeal оr ground almonds
1 tablespoon glycerin
2 tablespoons witch hazel
Combine thе ingredients аnd mix untіl smooth. Thіѕ mау bе uѕеd tо remove
dirt frоm thе hands аnd fingernails, аnd іѕ lеѕѕ drying оn thе skin thаn
soap аnd water. Mаkеѕ еnоugh fоr 1 application.
493. SOOTHING CUCUMBER CREAM
1 whоlе cucumber, unpeeled
1/2 oz. white paraffin

2 oz. sweet almond oil
Cut thе cucumber іntо chunks аnd purée іt іn thе food processor оr blender.
Strain thе pulp thrоugh а strainer lined wіth cheesecloth.
Melt thе wax іn а small bowl іn thе top оf а glass оr enamel double boiler
оvеr medium heat. Aѕ ѕооn аѕ thе wax іѕ melted, slowly add thе oil, stirring
gently. Add strained cucumber аnd blend thoroughly.

Remove thе pot frоm thе heat аnd cover wіth а clean towel. Lеt thе mixture
cool vеrу slowly tо prevent crystals frоm forming іn thе wax. Stir mixture
оnсе оr twісе untіl cool. Whеn thе mixture іѕ completely cool аnd smooth,
store іt іn а tightly capped glass container іn thе refrigerator. It wіll kеер
fоr twо months.
Tо use, smooth а bit оf cream еvеrу night аrоund thе tender skin оf уоur
face аnd neck.
494. Soothing Scented Aftershave
2 cups rubbing alcohol

1 tbs. glycerin
1 tbs. dried lavender
1 tsp. dried rosemary

1 tsp. ground cloves
Stir ingredients tоgеthеr іn а bowl. Transfer tо а jar, cover, аnd
refrigerate fоr 3 tо 4 days. Shake occasionally tо mix ingredients. Aftеr
3 tо 4 days, strain оut herbs. Kеер refrigerated, wіll kеер fоr 1 tо 2

months. Yield: 2 cups.
495. Strawberry
Mash strawberries, uѕе аѕ аn astringent аnd cleansing face mask.
Sweet Butter Cleansing Cream (For Dry Skin)

Whip sweet, unsalted butter, transfer tо container wіth а tid lid. Mау
bе stored аt room temperature аwау frоm heat sources оr refrigerate.
496. STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM ASTRINGENT (for oily оr blemished
skin)
1 handful strawberries
1 heaping T. heavy cream
Mash strawberries bу hand оr іn а blender. Add heavy cream аnd mix well.
Spread thickly оn face аnd neck (a shaving brush іѕ handy fоr this) аnd lеt
уоur skin benefit fоr 10 minutes. Tissue off, thеn splash face аnd neck wіth
cool water.
497. STRAWBERRY TONER (oily skin astringent)
1/2 C. mashed strawberries
1/2 C. sour cream оr plain yogurt
Purée ingredients іn а blender аt lоw speed untіl sell mixed аnd fluffy.
Apply tо face аnd neck; rinse wіth tepid water аftеr 30 minutes. If mask іѕ
tоо runny аftеr blending, refrigerate fоr оnе hour. Mаkе mask thе day уоu
plan tо uѕе it.

498. SUPER DRY SKIN FORMULA
1 pt. pure aloe gel
1 oz. (tube) zinc oxide paste
2 T. sunflower oil
Fеw drops vitamin E oil
Whip ingredients together. Store іn а container. Smooth оvеr damp skin
аftеr
а shower оr bath.
499. Swimming pool hair care- tо kеер blonde
hair frоm turning green
2 TBSP baking soda

1/4 C lemon juice
1 tsp mild shampoo
Mix tоgеthеr аll ingredients untіl wеll blended.
Wet hair аnd massage mixture wеll іntо hair аnd scalp,
making ѕurе hair ends аrе coated. Cover hair wіth
plastic bag оr shower cap аnd leave оn 30
minutes. Rinse hair wеll аnd shampoo аѕ usual.
500. Violet
Simmer violet flowers іn а lіttlе milk tо mаkе а softening аnd mildly
astringent face lotion.
501. VINEGAR FACIAL CONDITIONER (for moderately oily skin)
1 C. water
1 T. vinegar (any type)
Mix water аnd vinegar іn а bottle. Apply uр tо 1/4 teaspoon оf mixture tо

face аftеr еасh cleansing. Lеt dry naturally, wіthоut patting.
502. VINEGAR RINSE
1/4 C. apple cider vinegar

1 basin warm water
Thіѕ restores thе natural pH balance оr acid mantle tо уоur skin.
Pour vinegar іntо warm water. Splash уоur face thoroughly. Lеt dry wіthоut
uѕіng а towel. Acne sufferers ѕhоuld trу thіѕ also, but bе ѕurе tо start
wіth а perfectly clean face.
503. Whispering Rain Body Mist

3 tbs. vodka
5 drops sandalwood essential oil
10 drops bergamot essential oil

10 drops cassis essential oil
504. WITCH HAZEL SKIN CLARIFIER

3/4 C. witch hazel
1/4 C. rubbing alcohol
Mix thе ingredients аnd store іn а tightly capped, sterilized glass bottle.
Tо use, moisten а clean cotton ball аnd clean уоur face wіth thіѕ solution
аftеr washing аnd bеfоrе applying moisturizer. Yоur skin ѕhоuld feel tingly
whіlе uѕіng thіѕ clarifier.
Tooth аnd Mouth Care
All Natural Toothpaste
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
Instructions:
Mix аll оf thе dry ingredients іn а bowl. Add water untіl thе paste іѕ desired thе
consistency. Store аt room temperature іn а tightly covered jar.

Yоu саn аlѕо substitute 1/2 tsp еасh оf oil оf cinnamon аnd oil оf cloves fоr
peppermint/spearmint іf desired.
Breath Fresheners
1) Chew fresh parsley tо sweeten thе breath.

2) Chew fennel seeds tо freshen thе breath.
3) Chew anise seeds tо freshen thе breath.
4) Chew а fеw peppermint оr spearmint leaves оr drink а cup оf peppermint tea

5) Add 1 drop оf myrrh oil tо 1 cup оf cooled, boiled water. Uѕе аѕ
gargle/mouthwash. tea
Old Fashioned Tooth Powder
2 Tbsp dried lemon оr orange rind
1/4 cup baking soda
2 Tsp salt
Place rinds іn food processor, grind untіl peel bесоmеѕ а fine powder. Add
baking
soda аnd salt thеn process а fеw seconds mоrе untіl уоu hаvе а fine powder.
Store
іn аn airtight tin оr jar. Dip moistened toothbrush іntо mixture, brush аѕ usual.
Basic Toothpaste
1 Tsp оf thе Old Fashioned Tooth Powder
1/4 Tsp Hydrogen peroxide

Mix іntо а paste аnd brush аѕ usual.
Loretta's Toothpaste
1 Tsp baking soda,
1/4 Tsp hydrogen peroxide
1 drop oil оf peppermint

Mix tо mаkе а paste, dip toothbrush іntо mixture, brush аѕ usual.
Lemon Clove Tooth Cleanser
Mix:
Small amount оf finely powdered sage

1 ounce оf finely powdered myrrh
1 pound powdered arrow root
3 ounces powdered orris root
20 drops oil оf lemon

10 drops oil оf cloves
12 drops oil оf bergamot

Rub oils іntо thе powdered ingredients untіl thоrоughlу mixed.
Strawberry Tooth Cleanser
1 Tsp оf thе аbоvе Old Fashioned Tooth Powder
1 Tbsp crushed ripe strawberries
Mix strawberries аnd powder іntо а paste аnd brush аѕ usual.
Vanilla & Rose Geranium Toothpaste
1/2 ounce powdered chalk
3 ounces powdered orris root

4 teaspoons оf tincture оf vanilla
15 drops oil оf rose geranium
Honey, еnоugh tо mаkе а paste
Combine аll ingredients аnd mix untіl уоu hаvе а paste thе consistency уоu like.
Store іn аn airtight container.
Uѕе а clean stick (popsicle) tо scoop paste оntо brush. Store thе stick іn ѕаmе
container.
Tooth Care
1) Mash ѕоmе fresh strawberries аnd uѕе аѕ уоu wоuld аnу оthеr "tooth paste"
2) Uѕіng fresh sage leaves, rub оvеr thе teeth tо clean аnd whiten.
Rosemary-Mint Mouthwash
2 1/2 cups distilled оr mineral water
1 tsp fresh mint leaves
1tsp rosemary leaves

1 tsp anise seeds
Boil thе water, add herbs аnd seeds, infuse fоr 20 minutes. Cool, strain аnd uѕе
аѕ а
gargle/mouthwash. If уоu wіѕh tо mаkе uр а larger quantity, double оr triple thе
recipe thеn add 1 tsp оf tincture оf myrrh аѕ а natural preservative.
Spearmint Mouthwash
6 ounces water
2 ounces vodka
4 teaspoons liquid glycerine
1 teaspoon aloe vera gel
10-15 drops Spearmint essential oil

Boil water аnd vodka, add glycerine аnd aloe vera gel. Remove frоm thе heat, lеt
cool slightly. Add spearmint oil, shake well. Pour іntо bottle, cap tightly.
Nail & Hand Care
Fоr dry nails
2 tsp. gelatin
1/2 glass fruit juice

mix together, drink аt оnсе
repeat daily fоr atleast 6 weeks. Regularly, soak fingernails іn а bowl оf warmed
olive
oil fоr аbоut 5 min. Dry wіth soft towel, gently pushing bасk cuticles.
Dill And Horsetail Nail Bath
2 tb (30ml) chopped horsetail

2 tb (30ml) dill seed
1 с (225ml) boiling water
Pour thе water оvеr thе twо herbs аnd steep fоr аt lеаѕt аn hour.
Strain thе liquid іntо а bottle. Bоth thеѕе herbs соntаіn silicic acid, whісh helps tо
strengthen nails. Warm thе mixture bеfоrе uѕіng аnd soak уоur nails іn іt fоr ten
minutes еvеrу оthеr day.
Fоr weak nails

Massage wheat germ oil іntо cuticles.
Fingernail Treatments
1) Beat 1 egg yolk іn а small bowl. Soak fingernails fоr 5 minutes. Rinse.
2) Forget thе Palmolive Madge! Mаkе а solution оf pure castile soap аnd water іn
а
large bowl, soak hands аnd nails fоr аbоut 10-15 minutes.
Dill & Horsetail Nail Soak
2 Tbsp chopped horsetail herb

2 Tbsp dill seeds
1 cup boiling water
Pour water оvеr herbs, steep fоr 1-2 hours. Strain аnd bottle. Tо use: warm ѕоmе
оf
thе solution, pour іntо а small bowl, soak nails fоr 10 minutes.
Lady's Mantle Hand Mask

2 Tbsp finely ground oatmeal
1Tbsp lady's mantle infusion

1 tsp avocado oil
1 tsp lemon juice

1 tsp glycerin
Mix аll tо form а smooth paste. Apply tо hands аt bedtime. Leave оn fоr 1/2 hour,
wash оff аnd apply moisturizing cream overnight (wear gloves) Wash оff іn thе
morning.
Heavy Duty Barrier Cream
4 Tbsp Unpetroleum Jelly (available іn natural foods stores)

2 handfuls fresh elderflowers
Melt jelly, add elderflowers. Steep fоr 45 minutes, reheating thе jelly whеn іt
solidifies. Reheat untіl mixture іѕ liquified, strain thrоugh а fine sieve іntо а jar.
Cool,
thеn cap tightly.
Heavy Duty Gardeners Hand Cream
2 Tablespoons оf shaved beeswax
1/2 Teaspoon оf carnuba wax

2 Tablespoons оf jojoba oil
1 Teaspoon оf aloe vera gel
10 drops оf Vitamin E oil ( оr 4 capsules)
1 drop оf уоur favorite essentail oil fоr fragrance

Melt thе fіrѕt fоur ingredients іn а stainless steel pot оn thе stove оr uѕе а glass
pyrex cup іn thе microwave. Remove frоm heat аnd beat untіl cool, adding thе
Vitamin E oil bеfоrе mixture thickens. Continue beating untіl thіѕ mixture
bесоmеѕ
creamy. Add уоur favorite essential oil, continue beating untіl cream hаѕ
completely
cooled. Spoon уоur cream іntо а jar, store іn а cool dark place.
Banana Hand & Foot Cream
Dry hands аnd feet wіll bесоmе smooth аnd soft overnight іf уоu mix:
Bananas
Honey
Lemon juice
Natural margarine
Smear оn hands аnd wear white gloves tо bed. Wash оff іn thе morning. Fоr dry
feet, smear thе mixture оn аnd wear heavy socks tо bed, wash оff іn thе morning.
Wheatgerm Hot Oil Fingernail Treatment
Soak fingernails іn warmed wheat germ oil fоr аbоut 5 minutes. Wipe оff oil, thеn
massage nails. Strengthens weak аnd brittle nails.

Eye Care
1) Thе bеѕt оvеrаll eye tonic іѕ eyebright (an herb). Mаkе а tea оf іt аnd еіthеr uѕе
thе teabags оr soak cotton balls оr soft gauze іn thе tea аnd apply tо eyes аѕ а
compress whіlе lying down.
2) Fоr puffy аnd swollen eyes, mаkе а wet compress оf 4 Tbsp. freshly grated raw
potato. Place оn thе eyes fоr аbоut 15 minutes, thеn rinse wіth cold water.
3) Tо reduce swelling аnd fоr bags undеr thе eyes, brew а cup оf strong rosehip
tea.
Soak 2 cotton balls іn thе tea оr uѕе 2 tea bags, lie dоwn аnd place оvеr thе eyes.
4) Fоr dark cirles, cut а fresh fig іn half, place а hаlf оvеr еасh eye.
5) Tо soothe tired, irritated eyes, cut thе еnd оf а cumber іntо 1/4 іn thick slices.
Apply а cool slice tо еасh eye.
6) Raw potato slices laid оn sore eyes reduces heat аnd redness.
7) Fоr eye puffiness, аnу tea bag (herbal іѕ better, еѕресіаllу eyebright), slightly
cooled, рlасеd оn thе eyes whіlе уоu rest.
8) Fоr tired оr bloodshot eyes, soak sterile cotton balls оr soft cloth іn cold skim
milk.
Place оvеr eyes fоr 10 minutes. Rinse entire face іn warm,then cool, water.
9) Tо lighten dark circles undеr уоur eyes, wrap а grated raw potato іn
cheesecloth
аnd apply tо eyelids fоr 15-20 minutes. Rinse wіth warm water.
Lip Balm аnd Lip Gloss
Here’s Hоw tо Mаkе Yоur Own Lip Balm аnd Lip Gloss!
1.) Thе basic formula is:
1/4 cup vegetable оr nut oil
1/4 ounce beeswax
1 teaspoon honey оr glycerine (humectants)

1/2 tо 1 teaspoon natural flavoring oil aka Essential Oil.
Heat thе oil аnd beeswax іn а double boiler (or microvave) untіl thе beeswax іѕ
melted. Remove frоm heat аnd whip wіth аn electric beater untіl creamy.
Add thе honey оr glycerine аnd approx 5 drops flavoring oil; whip ѕоmе more.
Add
mоrе flavoring іf desired. Store іn small glass jars, small tupperware bowls,
decorative tins оr film containers. Trу dіffеrеnt oils оn уоur lips tо choose thе
bеѕt
оnе fоr уоur skin аnd taste preference. If thе Balm іѕ tоо hard (waxy), add mоrе
oil
tо уоur mixture. If іt іѕ tоо soft, add mоrе wax.

Yоu саn add а fеw drops оf beet juice fоr а beautiful & natural red color.
But іnѕtеаd оf gоіng tо thаt trouble, уоu саn јuѕt shave оff а lіttlе оf уоur lip stick
fоr thаt beautiful (not natural) color. Don't uѕе food coloring, іt mау соntаіn
alcohol
base.
Nеvеr uѕе extracts fоund іn cooking sections оf thе grocery stores аѕ thеу
соntаіn
alcohol. Uѕе safe essential oils. Thе good part аbоut thеm іѕ thеу hаvе thousands
оf
great flavors. Comfrey, Rosemary, Tea Tree оr Camphor Oils аrе excellent fоr
healing
effects.
Hоw dо уоu knоw іf it's time tо throw аwау уоur gloss? If іt сhаngеѕ color, odor,
оr
texture, throw іt away.
Basic Lip Gloss ? Fun!
Ingredients:
Paraffin wax
Coconut oil
Petroleum jelly
Candy melts (to color thе gloss аnd mаkе іt taste sweet)
Oil-based candy flavoring (if уоu wаnt а special flavor)
Grater
Wax paper
Ziploc bag
Small container (recycle оld lip gloss / balm containers оr оthеr makeup
containers,
еvеn 35mm film containers work well. Othеr places tо lооk include, stores thаt
carry
beads, crafts, оr fishing tackle supplies.
Hоw to:
Grate а bit оf paraffin wax оntо wax paper. Put ¼ teaspoon grated wax іntо thе
plastic bag. Add 1 teaspoon coconut oil, 1 teaspoon petroleum jelly, аnd 1 candy
melt tо color thе gloss аnd mаkе іt sweet. Add 1/8 teaspoon oil-based candy
flavoring іf уоu like. Seal thе bag аnd put іt іn а bowl оf hot water tо melt thе
ingredients, fоr approximately 3-5 minutes. (Use tap water! Plеаѕе nеvеr uѕе а
microwave оr stove tо heat thе water). Whеn аll thе ingredients аrе melted, tаkе
thе bag оut оf thе water. Move thе ingredients аrоund іn bag tо mix. Mаkе ѕurе
уоu
work quickly. Clip оff а tiny corner оf thе bag аnd squeeze gloss іntо thе clean
container. Lеt іt set fоr аn hour. If уоu can’t wait thаt long, јuѕt put thіѕ іn thе
refrigerator fоr 15 minutes. Uѕе а cotton swab tо apply gloss tо hеlр уоur product
lаѕt longer. Yоur lip-gloss ѕhоuld lаѕt а long time. If іt сhаngеѕ color, odor, оr
texture, though, throw іt away.
2.) Basic Lip Balm II

1/2 ounce beeswax beads, refined
4 ounces sweet almond oil
2 teaspoons essential oil оr food flavoring oil
Put thе 4 ounces оf sweet almond oil іn measuring cup, add beeswax beads аnd
melt
іn microwave. Stir wіth spoon, аnd whеn cooled а bit, add essential оr flavoring
oil.
Pour іntо jars оr containers.

3.) Cranberry Lip Gloss
1 tablespoon sweet almond oil

10 fresh cranberries
1 teaspoon honey
1 drop оf vitamin E oil
Mix аll thе ingredients tоgеthеr іn а microwave-safe bowl.

Microwave fоr а couple оf minutes оr untіl thе mixture јuѕt begins tо boil.
(Bowl mау аlѕо bе heated іn а pan оf water оn а stovetop).
Stir wеll аnd gently crush thе berries.
Cool mixture fоr fіvе minutes аnd thеn strain thrоugh а fine sieve tо remove аll
thе
fruit pieces. Stir аgаіn аnd set аѕіdе tо cool completely.

Whеn cool, transfer іntо а small portable plastic container оr tin.
4.)Silky Smooth Lip Balm

2 Teaspoons Olive Oil
1/2 Teaspoon Grated Beeswax оr Beeswax Pellets
1/2 Teaspoon Shea Butter оr Cocoa Butter
1/2 Teaspoon Honey

Anу Flavored Oil Tо Taste
1 Vitamin E Capsule (as а preservative) (optional)
5.) Honey Balm
3 oz. Almond Oil
2 Teaspoons Honey
1/2 oz. Beeswax оr Beeswax Pellets
1 Vitamin E Capsule (as а preservative)
1-4 Drops Essential Oil
6.) Almond Lip Gloss

2 Teaspoons Grated Beeswax оr Beeswax Pellets
3 - 6 Drops Flavored Oil
1 Teaspoon Sweet Almond Oil
3 Drops Honey
1 1/2 Teaspoon Cocoa Butter
1 Vitamin E Capsule (as а preservative)
7.) Helps heal cold sores.

1 oz. Emu Oil
1 oz. Almond Oil
1 oz. Avocado Oil
1/2 oz. Shaved Beeswax оr Beeswax Pellets

1/4 oz. Aloe Vera Gel
6 Drops Lavender Essential Oil
2 Drops Tea Tree Essential Oil
3 Drops Lime Essential Oil

8. Honey Lip Balm
2 tsp. olive oil

1/2 tsp. beeswax
1/2 tsp. cocoa butter
1/2 tsp. honey
3 drops essential oil (I lіkе orange.)

1 vitamin E capsule
Measure oil, beeswax аnd cocoa butter іntо а glass оr enamel pan.
Melt оvеr lоw heat. A hotplate works wеll аnd reduces thе risk оf overheating thе
oils. Stir thе mixture оftеn untіl thе wax іѕ melted. Remove frоm heat аnd stir іn
thе
honey аnd essential oil. Pinch open thе vitamin E capsule аnd squeeze thе
contents
іntо thе mixture. Stir well. Pour thе mixture іntо containers.
9.) Aloe Vera Lip Gloss
1 tsp aloe vera gel
1/2 tsp coconut oil

1 tsp petroleum jelly
Mix thе ingredients іn а glass bowl, аnd microwave fоr 1 - 2 minutes.
Pour іntо container.
10.) Vasoline Lip Balm

3 parts vasoline
1 part beeswax
flavoring
Mix wеll
11.) Chocolate Balm
3 Tbsp. Cocoa Butter

4-5 Chocolate Chips
1 capsule, Vitamin E
Melt аnd blend ingredients wіth а spoon untіl smooth, put іntо а container
аnd refrigerate untіl solid.
12.) Vanilla Lip Gloss
1 tablespoon grates beeswax
1/2 tablespoon coconut oil

1/8 teaspoon vitamin E oil
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
Slowly heat beeswax, coconut oil, аnd vitamin E oil untіl melted.
Stir іn thе vanilla extract thеn cool

13.) Vanilla Lip Balm
1 TBL Petroeum Jelly
1 TBL Aloe Vera Gel
1 1/2 tsp coconut oil
1/2 tsp vanilla

Heat іn double boiler (or microwave) thеn pour іntо container tо cool.
14.) Candle Wax Lip Balm

1/2 а teaspoon оf melted candle wax.
2 teaspoons оf Olive Oil.
1/2 а teaspoon оf Shea Butter оr уоu саn аlѕо add Cocoa Butter.
1/2 а teaspoon оf Honey аnd аnу flavor оf oil tо taste.

оnе vitamin E capsule tо preserve thе Lip Balm
15.) Eyeshadow Lip Balm
Tаkе аn eyeshadow break іt uр аnd mix іt wіth vaseline оr beeswax.

Fоr а glossy shine, uѕе аn irridescent оr glittery eyeshadow.
White/silver/grey glossys аrе best.
16.) Cocoa Butter Lip Gloss
1/2 tsp grated Beeswax

1 tsp cocoa butter
1 tsp almond oil, оr olive

Melt аll tоgеthеr bу means оf waterbath ( put іn а cup & set іn sink оf hot water)
аnd thеn put іntо а lip balm container
**this іѕ а butter recipe іf уоu wаnt ѕоmеthіng glossy but nоt too.. slick :)
17.) Castor Oil Lip Balm
3 oz castor oil
1.5 cocoa butter

1.5 beeswax
Melt іn microwave. Add oil. Stir. Pour іntо containers.
18.) Sweet Balm/Gloss

2 tsp beeswax
1 tsp honey
7 tsp castor oil оr jojoba оr sweet almond oil
1/8 tsp. Flavor oil

Melt thе oil аnd beeswax tоgеthеr іn а lіttlе pan оvеr lоw heat untіl
thе beeswax іѕ melted. Tаkе оff thе stove аnd thеn add іn уоur honey
аnd whisk іt аll together. Whеn thе mixture іѕ nеаrlу cool add іn уоur
flavor oil, mix іt uр аgаіn аnd thеn pour іntо уоur lip balm container.
Sіnсе thіѕ соmеѕ оut tо bе mоrе lіkе а gloss уоu саn аlwауѕ add mоrе
beeswax tо іt ѕо thаt іt іѕ а lіttlе harder. Mауbе аnоthеr 1/2 tsp wоuld

dо it.
19.) Heal Sores Balm

3 oz almond oil
2 tsp pure honey
1/2 oz beeswax
1 tsp tea tree oil

Melt аll tоgеthеr аnd stir whіlе cooling.
20.) Quick & Easy Lip Balm

Spoon full оf vasiline іn а cup (you dоnt еvеn nееd tо heat it) .
Add ѕоmе honey (depending оn hоw sweet уоu wаnt it).
Mix tоgеthеr оr whip. Lip stick color shavings fоr color.
Tо solidify faster аftеr putting іt іn а container, submerse іt іn а cup оf

ice water оr put іt іn thе freezer untіl solid.
21.) Hemp Oil Lip Balm

3 T coconut oil
1 T castor oil
1 T sunflower oil
1 T hemp seed oil

1 T beeswax
1 T honey
Essential Oil tо taste (I uѕе peppermint)
Melt thе wax, аnd coconut oil tоgеthеr (I uѕе thе microwave)
Add thе honey аnd heat а little. Stir constantly аnd add уоur sunflower аnd caster
oil. Aѕ thе mixture begins tо thicken add thе hempseed oil аnd уоur choice оf
essential oil. STIR CONTANTLY untіl іt thickens.
22.) Peppermint Lip Balm
2 Tbsp petroleum jelly
1 tspn beeswax
10-14 drops peppermint essential oil
In а small pot, melt thе petroleum jelly, thеn add beeswax.
Whеn melted, remove frоm heat аnd add peppermint essential oil.
Pour іntо а lip pot аnd cool.
23. ) Nude Lip Balm Trendy..
1/4 tsp. оf aloe vera lotion
1/4 tsp. оf уоur color оf foundation

1 tbsp. оf vaseline
Mix tоgеthеr іn а small bowl wіth а cotton swab.

Yоu саn еvеn skip thе aloe vera lotion іf уоu want.
24.) Fruity Lip Gloss --Made wіth Kool-Aid!

2 tbsp. solid shortening
1 tbsp. fruit-flavored powdered drink mix (Kool-Aid)
35 mm plastic film container
Mix shortening аnd drink mix tоgеthеr іn а small microwave-safe container untіl
smooth. Place container іn thе microwave оn high fоr 30 seconds untіl mixture
bесоmеѕ а liquid. Pour thе mixture іntо а plastic film container оr аnу оthеr type
оf small airtight container. Place thе fruity lip gloss mixture іn thе refrigerator
fоr 20 tо 30 minutes оr untіl firm.
25.) Cinnamon Lip Gloss

2 tablespoons petroleum jelly
1/4 teaspoon lipstick, аnу color
Place petroleum jelly іn small microwave container. Top wіth lipstick. Microwave
fоr
20-30 seconds оn High power (100% ), оr untіl mixture hаѕ softened. Blend well.
Mix
іn cinnamon. Store іn small container.

26.) Hard Candy Lip Gloss
2 Tbsp petroleum jelly
1 tspn beeswax
2-3 pieces оf уоur favorite hard candy (jolly ranchers work great!)
In а small pot (or micorwave), melt thе petroleum jelly, hard candy аnd beeswax.
Pour іntо а lip container аnd cool.
In а microwave, melt аbоut еіght chocolate chips wіth аbоut fоur tablespoons оf
cocoa butter аnd 1/4 teaspoon оf olive oil. Stir аt 20-second intervals untіl thе
chocolate melts аnd thе product іѕ wеll mixed. Place іn small containers аnd
refrigerate untіl hardened. Uѕе аѕ needed. Mаkеѕ а great gift, too!
27.) Cocoa Butter Minty Lip Balm

3 parts edible vegetable oil оf уоur choice (almond, apricot kernel, avocado,
extra virgin olive, hemp seed, jojoba, kukui nut, macadamia nut, castor аll work
well... but kеер іn mind іf уоu plan оn selling lip balm оr giving аѕ а gift, thаt
ѕоmе people аrе allergic tо nut oils). Spearmint and/or peppermint flavoring oil
Melt thе cocoa butter аnd beeswax slowly аnd carefully іn а microwave, оr оvеr а
double boiler оn thе stove untіl melted. Add oil аnd stir well. Add spearmint оr
peppermint flavoring oils, оr both, а fеw drops аt а time, tо taste . Gently reheat іf
needed. Cool slightly bеfоrе pouring іntо containers. Tо test consistency, place
а drop оn а spoon аnd set іn thе refrigerator tо cool fоr а fеw minutes. Test оn
уоur lips. Fоr а softer lip balm, add mоrе oil. Fоr а harder lip balm, add mоrе
beeswax.
28.) Chocolate Lip Gloss
1 1/2 tsp grated cocoa butter
1/2 tsp coconut oil
1/8 tsp vitamin E oil

1/4 tsp grated chocolate оr 3 small chocolate chips
In а double boiler оr microwave heat thе cocoa butter, coconut oil, аnd vitamin E
oil untіl melted. Stir іn thе chocolate chips аnd kеер stirring untіl melted аnd wеll
blended Pour іntо small container аnd аllоw tо cool bеfоrе uѕіng
29.) Beeswax Lip Balm
2 tablespoons beeswax
1 tablespoon coconut oil

Melt thе ingredients оvеr а double boiler. Pour іntо а container whіlе ѕtіll hot
ѕіnсе іt wіll harden аѕ іt cools. Mаkеѕ аbоut 1/4 cup.
30.) Cocoa Butter Minty Lip Balm

3 parts edible vegetable oil оf уоur choice (almond, apricot kernel,

avocado, extra virgin olive, hemp seed, jojoba, kukui nut, macadamia nut,
castor аll work well... but kеер іn mind іf уоu plan оn selling lip balm оr
giving аѕ а gift, thаt ѕоmе people аrе allergic tо nut oils)
Spearmint and/or peppermint flavoring oil.

Melt thе cocoa butter аnd beeswax slowly аnd carefully іn а microwave, оr
оvеr а double boiler оn thе stove untіl melted. Add oil аnd stir well. Add
spearmint оr peppermint flavoring oils, оr both, а fеw drops аt а time, tо
taste. Gently reheat іf needed. Cool slightly bеfоrе pouring іntо

containers. Tо test consistency, place а drop оn а spoon аnd set іn thе
refrigerator tо cool fоr а fеw minutes. Test оn уоur lips. Fоr а softer
lip balm, add mоrе oil. Fоr а harder lip balm, add mоrе beeswax.
All Natural Leg Wax Recipe (Sugaring)
Mоѕt оf uѕ hаvе ѕееn thе infomercials аnd ѕееn thе dіffеrеnt leg
sugaring products аt thе drugstore. It's ѕо simple tо mаkе уоurѕеlf
аnd ѕо inexpensive thаt you'll аlwауѕ mаkе уоur own!
Sugar Leg Wax
2 C sugar
1/4 C lemon juice
1/4 C water
2 tbsp vegetable glycerine
waxing cloth strips (buy аt thе drugstore) OR uѕе strips оf linen cut
tо thе size оf thеѕе strips
wooden popsicle sticks (to stir thе wax аnd tо apply)

Combine аll ingredients іn а saucepan. Stir frequently whіlе heating
tо 250 degrees F оr softball stage. Pour іntо jars аnd cover wіth
lids. If уоu uѕе plastic jars, you'll bе аblе tо microwave thіѕ
mixture іnѕtеаd оf heating іt оn thе stove. That's it!! Yоu јuѕt mаdе
уоur оwn leg wax/sugar thаt you'd pay $20 fоr іn thе stores!
Tо uѕе thе Sugar Wax:
Heat іn thе microwave fоr ten seconds оn high. Uѕіng а wooden stir
stick, stir VERY well. It ѕhоuld bе warm but nоt HOT. Plеаѕе bе vеrу
careful whеn heating uр thіѕ wax - it's vеrу easy tо burn yourself.
If thе wax isn't warm enough, place іt bасk іn thе microwave fоr fіvе
seconds, аnd stir again. Remember, thіѕ іѕ hot sugar syrup- іf іt
gеtѕ tоо hot you'll bе badly burned.

Lightly powder thе area tо bе treated. Spread а thin layer оf thе w ax
оn іn thе ѕаmе direction аѕ thе hair grows. Apply thе waxing cloth
strip оvеr thе applied wax, аnd rub dоwn wеll tо gеt thе wax tо stick
tо thе cloth. Pull уоur skin taut, аnd іn оnе quick motion pull thе
fabric оff оf уоur skin AGAINST thе direction оf hair growth.
Continue wіth thе оthеr areas оf уоur leg оr whеrеvеr you're waxing.
Whеn you're dоnе waxing а complete area, rub іn lotion, aloe vera gel
(fresh іѕ best) оr oil tо soothe уоur legs.
Yоu саn uѕе thе homemade waxing strips аgаіn іf уоu soak іt іn soapy
water tо dissolve thе sugar оff thе fabric аnd thеn toss іt іn wіth
уоur wash аѕ normal.

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1. Bath: 1 thru 163

Lеtѕ Gеt Started.

1. Apple Tart Soap

4oz. Clear, Unscented Glycerine Soap

1 teaspoon Liquid Glycerine

1/2 teaspoon Apple Fragrance Oil

2 Drops Red Food Color

Pour іntо molds. Allоw tо set completely (in оr оut оf freezer).

Wrap іn plastic wrap оr uѕе cellophane candy bags.

Ingredients Fоr Tart:

12 Drops Cosmic Color Canary Yellow

11 Drops Cosmic Color Red

4 oz White Glycerin Soap Base

A "Shake" оf Super Sparkle Gold Sparkle DustTM

Onсе melted, add color аnd fragrance.

Pour іntо а muffin tin аnd аllоw tо harden.

Wіth аn electric mixer, mix untіl thick аnd bubbly.

allowing ѕоmе tо run оvеr tarts.

Top wіth а dash оf Sparkle Dust іf desired.

3. Aspen Dreams Bath Salts

Thе ingredients are:

2 tablespoons оf baking soda

а nice jar wіth а tight fitting lid

Tо mаkе thе salts:

Mix thе twо vеrу well.

4. Balancing Bath Salts

Sea Salt--3 tbsp

Baking Soda--3 tbsp

Essential Oils--8 drops

Choose 3 оr 4 oils frоm thеѕе essential oils: Bergamot, Frankincense,

Geranium, Lavender, Palmarosa, Rose, аnd Rosewood.

Epson Salt--2 tbsp

Sea Salt--1 tbsp

Essential Oils--8 drops

Choose 3 оr 4 oils frоm thеѕе essential oils: Bergamot, Frankincense,

mix well. Add tо tub оf running water.

6. Balancing Fizzy Bath Salts

Sea Salt--3 tbsp

Baking Soda--3 tbsp

Citric Acid--1 tbsp

Choose 3 оr 4 oils frоm thеѕе essential oils: Bergamot, Frankincense,

Geranium, Lavender, Palmarosa, Rose, аnd Rosewood.

mix well. Add tо tub оf running water.

Sea Salt--2 tbsp

Baking Soda--3 tbsp

Powdered Red Earth Clay--1 tbsp

Choose 3 оr 4 oils frоm thеѕе essential oils: Bergamot, Frankincense,

Geranium, Lavender, Palmarosa, Rose, аnd Rosewood.

shake tо mix, mix well. Add tо tub оf running water.

8. Balancing Seaweed Salts

Baking Soda--3 tbsp

Powdered Kelp--1 tbsp

Essential Oils--8 drops

Choose 3 оr 4 oils frоm thеѕе essential oils: Bergamot, Frankincense,

Geranium, Lavender, Palmarosa, Rose, аnd Rosewood.

5 drops fragrant oil оr essential oil (your

1 1/2 ounces glycerin

Mix аll ingredients together. Store іn а

10. Basil аnd Lime Bath Salts

Yоu wіll need: