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BODY CARE RECIPES

HERBAL MEDICINE

AROMATHERAPY

01 Shea Lip Butter

02 Nourishing Skin Serum
03 Floral Facial Toner
04 DIY Natural Deodorant
05 Herbal Dry Shampoo

06 Soothing Salve
07 Hikers Massage Oil
08 Orange Cacao Bitters
09 Herbal Throat Spray
10 DIY Vapor Rub

11 Spring Frolic Perfume Oil

12 Woodland Cologne
13 Pumpkin Pie Spice Diffuser Blend
14 Vanilla Dreams Diffuser Blend
15 Stress Away Aroma Spray
16 Summer Breeze Aroma Spray

HOMEMADE CLEANING FORMULAS

HEALTHY EATS

17 Super Surface Spray

17 Herby Soft Scrub
18 Refreshing Linen Spray
18 Tropical Carpet Deodorizer

20 Savory Seed Crackers

21 Classic Pickling Spice
22 Hibiscus Chia Tea
23 Hemp Dukkah

BODY CARE

SHEA LIP BUTTER

Making lip balm is one of the easiest and most economical herbal preparations. Once you
create your own, youll never go back to store-bought. Plus, they make great gifts!

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

1 Tbsp organic shea butter

3 Tbsp organic calendula herbal oil
1 Tbsp plus 1 tsp beeswax
10-15 drops organic lavender essential oil
A few drops of vitamin E oil

Coarsely chop the beeswax or use beeswax pastilles. Place beeswax, butter, and
oil in a small pot or glass Pyrex measuring
cup and gently heat in the top of a double
boiler until the beeswax and butters have
melted. Once melted, remove from the
stovetop and stir in the essential oil and
vitamin E oil. Immediately pour the
mixture into lip balm tubes or small
containers. Makes 10 lip balm tubes.

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NOURISHING SKIN SERUM

Natural plant oils help replenish and plump skin cells. Use a coin sized amount first thing
after showering in the morning and again before bed for soft, radiant skin.

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

CARRIER OIL BASE

2 oz organic jojoba, sunflower, or macadamia nut oil
1 oz organic tamanu oil
1 oz organic rosehip seed oil
oz organic pomegranate seed oil
tsp vitamin E oil

Pour all carrier oils together in a glass

bottle and roll between your palms to mix.
Carefully drip each essential oil into the
carrier base and roll again to distribute.
Use less essential oils if you have skin or
fragrance sensitivities, and up to the
higher amount listed if you are looking for
more therapeutic results. Invert the bottle
several times and roll again. Use a
coin-sized amount as a facial serum or
allover body oil each day.

ESSENTIAL OIL BLEND

10-20 drops organic lavender essential oil
5-10 drops organic carrot seed essential oil
2-5 drops organic ylang ylang essential oil
(optional)

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FLORAL FACIAL TONER

Facial toners are an important part of daily skin care routines. They improve tone by naturally
tightening and toning pores, while hydrating the skin.

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

2 oz organic rose hydrosol

1 oz organic witch hazel extract
1 Tbsp aloe vera gel
1/2 tsp organic vegetable glycerine
7 drops organic lavender essential oil
4 drops organic chamomile tincture

Place all ingredients in a clean 4oz bottle,

top with a fingertip mister, and shake to
blend. Shake a little before each use as the
contents will naturally separate. This toner
should keep for at least 6 months without
refrigeration. To use: Wash your face with
water and gently dry with a soft washcloth.
Mist with toner and allow to air dry or
gently pat dry. Finish by applying a
moisturizing lotion, oil, or cream.

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DIY NATURAL DEODORANT

Finding a natural deodorant alternative can be a challenge. This recipe melts easily with body
temperature, smells fantastic, and contains no synthetic ingredients!

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

MAKES TWO 2OZ TINS

Tbsp baking soda
1/8 cup organic arrowroot powder
1/8 cup organic cocoa butter
1/8 cup organic shea butter
5 drops vitamin E oil

1. In a pyrex measuring glass, combine

butters.
2. Using a double boiler, heat over
low-medium until butters are melted.
3. Remove from heat and stir in arrowroot
powder and baking soda.
4. Stir in vitamin E oil and your desired
essential oil blend using less for sensitive skin.
5. Carefully pour into 2oz tins, filling to the
top, but making sure not to spill over.
6. Allow to completely cool and solidify
before capping.

ORGANIC ESSENTIAL OIL BLEND

15 to 20 drops organic lavender
5 to 10 drops organic grapefruit
5 to 10 drops organic fir needle
2 to 5 drops organic nutmeg
(25 to 40 drops total)

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HERBAL DRY SHAMPOO

Dry shampoos are a great option for no poo folks or those who shampoo once or twice a
week. Use this powder between washes to keep hair fresh, soft, and manageable.

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

cup organic arrowroot powder

cup French green cosmetic clay
1 Tbsp organic oatstraw powder
1 Tbsp organic lavandin flower powder
1 Tbsp organic chamomile powder
10 drops each organic sweet orange and
lavender essential oils

Mix all the ingredients together, stirring

well to combine. Shake or sprinkle along
the crown of the head, working through
the scalp and hair to pick up any excess
oils. Depending on the texture and thickness of your hair, either brush or shake
well to remove the excess. Feel free to
experiment with other flower powders and
essential oils!

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HERBAL MEDICINE

SOOTHING SALVE
Salves can soothe scratches, scrapes, bruises, and occasional sore joints and muscles. This
classic preparation should be a staple in your home!

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

cup organic St. Johns wort infused oil

cup organic ginger root infused oil
1 oz beeswax pastilles
1 Tbsp organic rosehip seed oil
1 Tbsp vitamin E oil
20 drops each certified organic lavender
and ginger essential oils
2 - 4oz jars or tins

Put the infused oils and beeswax pastilles

in a Pyrex dish that has been placed over a
pot of boiling water (a double boiler). Heat
until the beeswax has melted and the
mixture is incorporated. Remove from
heat and add rosehip seed oil, vitamin E oil
and essential oils. Stir quickly and pour
into tins. Youll want to work quickly
because once you remove the mixture
from the heat, the beeswax will start to
solidify again. Allow the salve to cool
completely and store with the lid on in a
cool, dry place. If stored properly, salves
can last for 2-3 years.

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HIKERS MASSAGE OIL

This herbal infused oil can help soothe occasional aching muscles and bruises from a
weekend spent hard at play in the forest.

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

1 cup dried organic arnica flowers

2 cups organic olive oil
10 drops organic rosemary essential oil
10 drops organic eucalyptus essential oil
1 tsp vitamin E oil

Mix olive oil and vitamin E oil together.

Place arnica in a dry pint jar and pour oil
into the jar, completely covering the herbs.
Shake or stir and add more oil if needed.
Cap the jar tightly. Place on a warm
windowsill and shake once per day. After
4-6 weeks, strain the herbs out of the oil
using cheesecloth. Make sure to squeeze
every precious drop of oil out! Add essential oils and roll the jar to distribute. Pour
into glass bottles and store in a cool dark
place until needed.

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ORANGE CACAO BITTERS

Enjoy these bitters in a cocktail or straight on the tongue before or after a meal. Your bitter
receptors and digestive prowess will thank you!

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

organic roasted cacao nibs

organic dried orange peel
organic dandelion root
40% or higher proof vodka

Mix equal parts cacao, orange peel, and

dandelion root. Fill one half pint jar 1/4 to
1/3 full with your herb combination. Cover
with alcohol. Fill the jar to the very top and
shake well. Allow to extract for two weeks
and then strain through cheesecloth. Keep
in a glass dropper bottle for convenience.
Enjoy before or after meals, or in cocktails.

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HERBAL THROAT SPRAY

These herbs have been used traditionally to help soothe and support. Super convenient and
easy to make at home, we always keep a few bottles around throughout the winter months.

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

Option #1
1 oz organic elecampane tincture
1 oz organic oregano tincture
1 oz organic licorice tincture
2 Tbsp raw local honey

Combine all ingredients into a glass spray

bottle and shake vigorously. Store spray in
the refrigerator for an added cooling effect.
Use as needed.

Option #2
1 oz organic echinacea tincture
1 oz organic goldenseal tincture
1 oz organic sage tincture
2 Tbsp raw local honey

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DIY VAPOR RUB

Made with pure botanical ingredients, you wont have to worry about by-products of the
petroleum industry in your medicine. This wonderful remedy is so easy to make!

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

8 oz organic almond oil

1 oz beeswax
10 drops organic eucalyptus essential oil
10 drops organic peppermint essential oil

Place beeswax and oil in the top of a

double boiler until the beeswax and
butters melt together. Remove from the
stovetop and add essential oils. Immediately pour the mixture into tins. Allow to
cool completely before placing caps onto
the tins. Rub on chest and breathe deeply.

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AROMATHERAPY

SPRING FROLIC PERFUME OIL

A sweet and playful blend bound to excite the senses. Benzoin is a cost effective replacement
for vanilla in recipes and excellent for gentle DIY skin care.

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

4 drops organic benzoin resin oil

4 drops organic sweet orange essential oil
3 drops organic carrot seed essential oil
1 oz organic carrier oil
1 oz glass roll top bottle

Drip essential oils into the glass bottle,

cap, and roll between the palms of your
hands until blended. Pour in carrier oil,
leaving a little bit of space, and roll again.
Cap and invert overnight. Roll on pulse
points to fragrance the skin.

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WOODLAND COLOGNE
This truly smells like a walk through the forest. Uplifting, grounding, meditative, and comforting, this gender-neutral perfume is perfect for any tree enthusiast.

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

4 drops spruce essential oil

2 drops organic fir needle essential oil
2 drops organic cedarwood essential oil
1 drop organic vetiver essential oil
1 drop organic bergamot essential oil
1 tsp organic jojoba oil

Drip all essential oils into a glass bottle

and roll between palms to evenly mix the
oils. Add jojoba oil, and roll again. Add
additional essential oils if you desire a
stronger perfume.

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PUMPKIN PIE SPICE AROMA BLEND

Forget those expensive synthetic candles! This classic blend will inspire feelings of togetherness and harmony, while filling the space with spicy scent.

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

20 drops organic cinnamon essential oil

20 drops organic ginger essential oil
20 drops organic nutmeg essential oil
15 drops organic clove bud essential oil
5 drops organic cardamom essential oil

Add all essential oils to a glass bottle. One

oz bottle will hold this blend perfectly.
Screw cap on tightly and invert the bottle
to blend the oils. Do not shake!
DIFFUSING DIRECTIONS:
Fill your essential oil diffuser reservoir
with water. Add 5-6 drops of the Pumpkin
Spice Essential Oil Blend. Light a tea
candle in the base of your diffuser and
enjoy as your space fills with spicy aroma.

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VANILLA DREAMS AROMA BLEND

Imagine orange and cinnamon scented vanilla cream on the breeze! This sweet aromatic
blend will bring a smile to your face and beautiful fragrance to your surroundings.

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

42 drops organic cinnamon essential oil

42 drops organic orange essential oil
25 drops organic vanilla absolute (roughly
1/4 teaspoon)
17 drops organic nutmeg essential oil

Add all essential oils to a glass bottle. One

1/4 oz bottle will hold any of these blends.
Screw cap on tightly and invert the bottle
to blend the oils. Do not shake! Allow the
blend to sit for a couple of hours, test by
taking a whiff, and make any adjustments
to your liking.

*Vanilla Absolute is a very thick oil. The

container can be placed in a bowl of hot
water to make it easier to pour.

DIFFUSING DIRECTIONS:

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Fill your essential oil diffuser reservoir

with water. Add 5-6 drops of the essential
oil blend. Light a tea in the base of your
diffuser and enjoy as your space fills with
aroma.

STRESS AWAY AROMA SPRAY

Perfect for the home or office, this light floral blend is balanced with grounding sandalwood
to help bring calm during moments of stress. Remember to breathe!

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

12 oz organic rose hydrosol

3 oz vodka
4 drops organic lavender essential oil
4 drops organic sweet orange essential oil
4 drops organic sandalwood essential oil
16 oz spray bottle

Pour all ingredients into a spray bottle.

Shake well to distribute the oils. Spray as
needed around the room or use as a body
mist during times of stress or when
relaxation is needed.

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SUMMER BLISS AROMA SPRAY

Fresh, clean, and bright, you will fall in love with this joyful combination of citrus and flowers!
This sun inspired scent makes the perfect room or body mist.

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

10 drops organic lavender essential oil

10 drops jasmine absolute
8 drops organic lemon essential oil
2 drops organic combava petitgrain
essential oil

Add all essential oils to a glass bottle. One

1/4 oz bottle will hold any of these blends.
Screw cap on tightly and invert the bottle
to blend the oils. Do not shake! Allow the
blend to sit for a couple of hours, test by
taking a whiff, and make any adjustments
to your liking.
SPRAY DIRECTIONS:
Mix essential oil blend into 2 ounces of
witch hazel extract or hydrosol and use as
a body or room spray.

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CLEANING FORMULAS

SUPER SURFACE SPRAY & HERBY SOFT SCRUB

INGREDIENTS

INGREDIENTS

16 oz spray bottle
14 oz 1:1 solution of distilled white vinegar
and water
20 drops organic tea tree essential oil
20 drops organic lavender essential oil
20 drops organic lemon essential oil

glass jar with lid

1/2 cup baking soda
1/2 cup castille soap
30 drops organic rosemary essential oil
20 drops organic lemongrass essential oil

DIRECTIONS

DIRECTIONS

Mix well until you have a nice consistency

like cake frosting. If you have leftovers,
add 1 tsp vegetable glycerine to keep the
blend nice and moist. Perfect for cleaning
bathroom surfaces.

Mix all ingredients in spray bottle and

shake well to distribute. Use this aromatic
and disinfecting solution for cleaning
kitchen counters, cabinets, refrigerator
shelves, blinds, painted wood surfaces,
painted walls, molding, fan blades, and
more.

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REFRESHING LINEN SPRAY & CARPET DEODORIZER

INGREDIENTS

INGREDIENTS

16 oz spray bottle
12 oz organic hydrosol
3 oz vodka
40 - 60 drops organic lavender, ylang
ylang, peppermint, or your favorite
essential oil

1 cup of baking soda

10 drops organic lemongrass essential oil
10 drops organic mandarin essential oil
10 drops organic ginger essential oil

DIRECTIONS
Mix all ingredients together in a bowl.
Sprinkle the aromatic blend onto your
carpet, allow to sit for 30 minutes, and
vacuum as normal. Wonderful mattress
deodorizer, too!

DIRECTIONS
Mix all ingredients together in a spray
bottle and shake well to blend. Spray to
refresh your mattress, pillows, bed linens,
couches, and fabric covered chairs, or
spritz clean winter blankets before storing
for the year. Also makes a wonderful
ironing spray!

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HEALTHY EATS

SAVORY SEED CRACKERS

Need a healthy snack? These crispy crackers are delicious, easy to make, gluten-free, and
vegan! Enjoy with hummus, guacamole, nut butter, or your favorite cheese.

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

1 cup organic flax seeds

3 Tbsp organic chia seeds
cup organic sesame seeds
3 Tbsp organic hemp seeds
1 tsp organic caraway seeds
1 tsp organic onion powder
1 tsp organic garlic powder
tsp fine sea salt
tsp organic ground black pepper

Pre-heat oven to 200F. Line a cookie sheet

with parchment paper. In a large bowl
soak flax and chia seeds in 1 cup of water
for 20 minutes. The seeds should absorb
the water and create a gel-like consistency. Mix in the remaining ingredients and
stir well. Spread the seed mixture evenly
on parchment lined cookie sheet and bake
for 90 minutes. Flip and bake for another
30 minutes or until dehydrated and crisp.

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CLASSIC PICKLING SPICE

Cucumbers, green beans, cauliflower, and carrots are calling from the garden. Making your
own pickling blend couldnt be easier with this classic combination!

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

2 parts organic brown mustard seed

2 parts organic yellow mustard seed
2 parts organic celery seed
2 parts organic chili flakes
1 part organic caraway seed
part organic black peppercorns

Combine all herbs together in a jar, stir,

and shake to mix thoroughly. Use to pickle
a variety of fruits and veggies from your
garden all summer long using your
favorite processing technique.

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HIBISCUS BERRY CHIA DRINK

This recipe gives the traditional Chia Fresca drink a creative twist. Not only delicious, its the
perfect demulcent treat to help soothe mucus membranes in your digestive system.

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

2 Tbsp organic Hibiscus High Tea

3 Tbsp organic chia seeds
1 handful of fresh blueberries, strawberries, or blackberries, blended
2 Tbsp raw local honey

Make a quart of tea using the Hibiscus

High. While the tea is hot, stir in the honey
until completely dissolved. Allow to cool to
room temperature. Add the chia seeds to
your tea and stir well. When your tea has
cooled a bit, add the berry pure and stir
into the infusion. Refrigerate and allow the
chia seeds to produce gel overnight.
Shake the tea before serving and enjoy
cold.

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HEMP DUKKAH SPICE

This Egyptian spice blend is sure to become a new staple in your kitchen. Serve with good
olive oil and warm bread, swirl into dough before baking, or add to veggie dishes.

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

1 cup organic hazelnuts

3 Tbsp organic hemp seeds
3 Tbsp organic sesame seeds
1/3 cup organic coriander seeds
3 Tbsp organic cumin seeds
1 Tbsp organic fennel seeds
1 Tbsp organic caraway seeds
1 tsp organic peppermint leaves
1 tsp fine sea salt
tsp organic ground black pepper

In a pan, lightly dry toast hazelnuts and

sesame seeds in separate batches until
they turn golden. Remove from heat. Mix
all of the spices together (except the
peppermint) and toast in a pan over
medium high heat for several minutes or
until they become fragrant. Allow all
ingredients to cool. Pulse the spice mix in
a food processor to finely grind. Add the
hazelnuts, sesame seeds, hemp seeds,
peppermint, salt, and pepper, and then
pulse until it becomes a coarse meal but
not a butter.

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