Recipes, Hints & Tips For Homemade Skin Care

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Welcome Equipment Important Notes How to Tell Your Skin Type Face Serum Blends Carrier Oils Essential Oil Benefits Essential Oils & Carrier Oils for Skin Types Skin Care Ingredients How to Distill Water Revitalizing Day Cream Vitamin Packed Moisturizer Night Time Nourishing Cream Night Cream Intense Moisturising Cream Moisturizing Wrinkle Cream Jojoba Moisturizing Cream Facial Toning Cream Wrinkle Prevention Cream Lemon Cleansing Cream Rose Cleansing Creams Strawberry Dream Cream Basic Cold Cream Vanishing Formula Basic Cold Cream Apricot Cold Cream Basic Moisturizer 1 & 2 Basic Moisturizer 3 Moisturizer for Thirsty Skin Begone Stretch Mark Cream Moisturizing Cocoa body Butter 5 6 7 8 8 9 Almond & Rose Oil Body Lotion Coconut Almond Body Lotion Eczema Lotion Anti Ageing Mango Butter Coconut Body Butter Shea Butter Crme, Moisturizing Body Butter 31 31 32 32 32 33 34 35 35 35 35 36 36 38 38 39 39 39 40 40 40 41 41 41 43 43 43 44 44 44

10, 11 Cocoa Butter for Hands/Nails /Face 1 &2 12 Rosewater & Glycerine Hand Cream

13, 14 Intensive Overnight Hands 15 17 18 19 20 21 22 22 23 23 24 24 25 25 26 26 27 28 28 30 30 Cuticle Oil Nail Conditioning Serum Nail Buff Brittle Nail Soak Eye Moisturizing Cream Aloe Vera Eye Cream Eyelash Thickener Gel Eye Make up Remover Dark Circle Eye Cream Moisturizing Eye Make up Removal Oil Tired Eyes Tonic Cucumber Eye Gel Jojoba Eye Wrinkle Cream Regenerative Eye Serum Eye Cleansing Oil Anti Ageing & Restorative Eye Serum Vitamin E Eye Serum Eyelash Serum Vitamin C Serum Nourishing Facial Serum Acne Serum
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Luscious Lip Treatment Lip Gloss Moisturizing Lip Balm Lemon Lip Balm Lip Plumper Lip Scrub Protective Lip Balm Lavender Body Scrub Banana & Honey Scrub Lemon Body Scrub Minty Foot Scrub Oatmeal Scrub Ginger Cellulite Scrub Mango Body Scrub Creamy Salt Scrub Apple & Cornflour Scrub Vanilla Coffee Scrub Chocolate Honey Oat Scrub Orange Scrub Strawberry Foot Scrub Honey Almond Scrub Lemony Olive Hand Scrub Dead Skin Cells Scrub Anti Wrinkle Moisture Lock Mask Firming Face & Neck Mask Avocado Wrinkle Mask Kiwi Face Lift Mask Face Firming Mask 2 Gram Flour Anti-Wrinkle Mask Honey Carrot Face Mask 49 49 50 50 50 51 51 51 52 52 52 53 53 53 53 55 55 55 56 56 56 57 46 46 46 47 47 47 47 Cucumber Yoghurt Mask Oatmeal Mask Simple Face Mask Oatmeal Yoghurt Mask Clay Mask Strawberries & Cream Mask Milk n Honey Mask Pumpkin Face Mask Grapefruit Face Mask Vitamin E Face Mask Skin Rejuvenation Mask Rose Facial Mask Mint Mask Lemon Tea Mask Herbal Baby Oil No Petroleum Jelly Shaving Gel No Petroleum Jelly 2 Antiseptic Balm Facial Hair Bleach Hand Sanitiser/Aftershave Gel Lemon Elbow Bleach Spa Hand & Foot Softener Treatment Herbal Body Wrap Nipple Ointment Anti Cellulite Massage Oil Dark Spot Hand Mask Bug Off Balm Broken Capillaries Oil Treatment Pimple Blaster
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Diaper Rash Soothing Butter Soothing After Sun Gel Green Tea Toner Lemon Toner Lemon Lavender Toner Rosewater Toner Witchy Mint Toner Honey & Lavender Toner Anti Ageing Face Toner Acne Toner Vodka & Watermelon Toner Summertime Refresher Toner Basic Skin Toner ACV Toner Cucumber & Honey Toner Almond Facial Cleanser Chamomile Cleansing Milk Olive Oil & Honey Cleanser Honey Cleanser Cucumber Cleanser Lemon Cleanser Avocado Moisturizer for Acne Avocado Stone Massage Papaya face Peel Natural Face Peel Alpha Hydroxy Acid Wrinkle Peel Facial Peel for Sensitive Skin Smoothing Anti Wrinkle Cream Cucumber Anti Wrinkle Cream Avocado Anti Wrinkle Cream Anti Ageing Cream Kiwi Cleanser 68 68 70 70 70 70 71 71 71 72 72 72 73 73 73 75 75 75 76 76 76 77 77 77 78 78 78 79 79 79 80 80
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Fennel Cleanser Baking Soda Cleanser Strawberry Acne Cleanser Cornstarch & Glycerine Cleanser Oatmeal & Yoghurt Cleanser Apple Honey Cleanser Coconut & Vitamin E Cleanser Mango Magic Moisturizer Pomegranate Cleanser No Puff Potato Cream Coconut Face Shine

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Welcome to a wealth of natural home made skin care products.

More and more of us are becoming aware of what we eat in terms of avoiding synthetic ingredients, so surely the same should apply to our skincare? Conventional skin care products these days are packed with synthetic materials. Preservatives, emulsifiers, colours and fragrances which can also become carcinogenic, cause allergies and disrupt hormonal balances. The skin is actually the largest organ of the human body and absorbs high levels of substances with which it comes into contact . Remember, anything that is placed on your skin is ultimately absorbed into your bloodstream. Parabens can be found in commercial moisturizers, shaving gels and cleansing gels and many other personal care products. A huge percentage of the products you buy for everyday use contain some form of paraben, so it can be difficult to find products that do not use them. Parabens can mimic the hormone estrogen, which is known to play a role in the development of breast cancers. Another common ingredient of store big selling skincare is mineral oil or liquid petroleum. This is a liquid by-product of the distillation of petroleum to produce gasoline and other petroleum based products from crude oil. Bring back the natural lustre of your skin by using natural skin care products. Nourish with fruits, vegetables and natures waxes, oils & butters. Within you will find over 150 recipes for natural skin care.

Equipment The great news isthere is no special equipment needed to make your own skin care products. Most ingredients are available in the local supermarket/health food store/pharmacy or online. Avoid using aluminium, copper, and non-stick pans as they can affect the ingredients beneficial properties.

Heatproof glassware or enamel double boiler. Wire Whisk Measuring Spoons and Cups Wooden Spoons Clean dark glass bottles and jars with airtight lids

Size Conversions 3 2 6 1 Teaspoons (tsp) = 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) Tablespoons (tbsp) = 1 Ounce (oz) Teaspoons (tsp) =1 Ounce (oz) Millilitre (ml) = oz or 2 teaspoons

15 Millilitre (ml) = oz 30 Millilitre = 1 oz or 2 tablespoons 10 Millilitre = 300 drops Abbreviations: tsp = teaspoon Tbsp = tablespoon

Important Notes:
It is critically important that all utensils used in making your skincare products are clean and sterilized before use.

The shelf life of your home made products will be shorter as they do not contain the preservatives etc that the major cosmetic companies use. It is good practice to make your batches smaller, ideally to be used within one month. You can add natural preservatives such as Grapefruit Seed Essential oil and vitamin e to preserve the life of your products .

Skincare recipes containing food products are best made to one application yields or kept in the refrigerator and used within one week. Store your products in dark containers or opaque packaging to keep them away from the harmful effects of sunlight. Ensure that when melting ingredients you use a double boiler as beeswax melts at 64C (147F). Beeswax can easily become damaged by localised overheating and if it ignites can burn more ferociously than any chip pan fire. Beeswax does not boil - it just gets hotter and hotter until it ignites. Anti-oxidants extend the shelf life of your natural homemade beauty products by reducing the rate of oxidation of your oils. You'll may want to use an antioxidant in any formulation which contains fragile oils such as sweet almond, avocado, or evening primrose. Please remember that almost no essential oils should be applied undiluted directly to the skin. They should always be diluted via a carrier oil, cream or liquid. Always do a patch test to test for sensitivity when trying a new recipe.

How to tell your skin type Dry Skin: Dry skin is delicate and thin with a fine texture. Tight and dry especially after washing, dry skin can become flaky and more susceptible to wrinkles. Fair complexions tend to be dry Normal Skin: Contains just the right amount of oil and is smooth and supple and not prone to spots Oily Skin: Tends to shiny with larger pores. Needs good maintenance to prevent outbreaks of spots. Is more resistant to sun damage, harsh treatment and wrinkles. Combination Skin: A combination of skin types. Forehead, nose and chin tend to be oily, while cheeks are tight and dry Aging or sun-damaged: This skin also feels tight with visible wrinkles, slack skin tone -- especially around the cheeks and jaw line - with leathery texture and broken capillaries. If you are not sure which skin type you are, try this test before going to bed.

Wash your face to remove all traces of dirt, oil and make up. Do not apply any moisturizer or night cream or any other product that you normally use. Before washing your face next morning, press a piece of tissue paper or brown wrapping paper to your face, especially chin, nose and forehead (T-Zone). If the paper does not show any oily residue, you have dry skin. Normal skin will show a small amount of oil and oily skin will definitely show a large stain Suggested Face Serum Blends Dry Skin Normal Skin
3 drops Geranium 5 drops Lavender 3 drops Rosewood 15 drops Rose (3%) 20 ml Apricot Kernel Oil 5 ml Wheat Germ Oil

Mature Skin
7 drops Frankincense 4 drops Geranium 15 drops Rose (3%) 20 ml Apricot Kernel Oil 5 ml Wheat Germ Oil

Oily Skin
5 drops Bergamot 4 drops Cypress 3 drops Geranium 20 ml Jojoba 5 ml Wheat Germ Oil

4 drops Lavender 15 drops Chamomile 3 drops Rosewood 4 drops Sandalwood 20 ml Apricot Kernel Oil 5 ml Wheat Germ Oil

Carrier Oils Almond oil A cold-pressed oil derived from almonds. It is scentless, free from petroleum residues, and rich in vitamins and minerals. It is an excellent oil for skin softening and conditioning, soothing dry, itchy skin, and it makes a delightful massage oil by itself, or with a few drops of essential oil added. It may also be mixed into lotions, balms and soaps. Apricot Oil A rich oil with a light texture. It is well suited to mature or sensitive skin types. Used by itself, it removes makeup and softens delicate skin around the eyes. It may also be mixed into lotions and creams. Avocado oil A highly therapeutic oil rich in vitamins A, D and E, proteins, lecithin and amino acids. With its many beneficial healing and regenerating properties, it works well to soothe and heal scaly skin and scalp. Calendula oil Known for its regenerative and anti-inflammatory properties. Soothes and heals dry, irritated, itchy skin. Castor oil Rich in fatty acids and due to its high viscosity, it is a good skin lubricant. It also acts as an humectant. Works well combined with other oils found in soaps. Olive Oil Attracts moisture and forms a barrier to prevent a loss of moisture while allowing the skin to breath and function normally. Jojoba Oil Natural jojoba oil serves as an excellent moisturizing agent with exceptional spread. The lubrication properties leave a rich velvety non-oily feel on the skin, while retarding water loss and enhancing the flexibility and suppleness. A good choice for use with those that have oily or acne prone skin.

Essential OilsBenefits Benzoin: Astringent qualities which tone up muscles and skin Bergamot: Antiseptic and healing properties. Benefits oily skins Borage: Cooling effect on skin. Good for acne Carrot Seed: Improves complexion. Adds tone and elasticity to skin. Beneficial for premature ageing and wrinkles Chamomile: An excellent skin cleanser. Good for dry skins, smooths out broken capillaries, improving elasticity Cypress: Beneficial to mature skins Evening Primrose: Rejuvenate ageing skin. Reduce fine lines & wrinkles. Hydrates dry skins Fennel: Cleansing and tonic action for skin. Beneficial to mature skins Frankincense: Beneficial to ageing skins and helps balance oily conditions Geranium: Balances sebum and keeps skin supple. Good overall skin cleanser Juniper: Aids congested and oily skins Immortelle: Has cell regenerating properties Lavender: Valuable to all skin types. Promotes growth of new cells and balances sebum Lemon: Brightens pale and dull complexions by removing dead skin cells. Cleansing for oily skin and smooths out broken capillaries Myrrh: Powerful skin preservative properties Neroli: Helps with regeneration of skin cells and improves elasticity. Most beneficial to dry, sensitive and mature skins Orange: A good skin tonic. Aids with removal of toxins in congested skins. Also beneficial for dry skins Palmarosa: Restores water balance and stimulates natural secretion of sebum Patchouli: Aids tissue regeneration and soothes dry cracked skin
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Pomegranate Seed Oil: Recent scientific studies have shown that pomegranate seed oil helps promote the growth and thickening of the epidermis. This can help revitalize the skin and resolve fine wrinkles. Rose: Good for all skin types, particularly for dry & sensitive skin Rosehip: Intensive skin rehydrator and a great Skin Moisturizer which nourishes your skin Rosemary: Helpful for sagging skin as it is a strong astringent Sandalwood: Gives a softening effect and is good for ageing and dehydrated skins Tea Tree: Very cleansing. Effective against acne Ylang Ylang: Has a balancing action on sebum. Effective for both dry and oily skins

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Carrier oil for normal skin: Almond , Hazelnut, Apricot kernel Essential oils for normal skin: Chamomile German, Lemon, Geranium, Fennel, Lavender, Jasmine, Rose, Neroli, Frankincense, Palma rosa, Benzoin Carrier oil for Dry skin: Almond, Olive oil, Apricot kernel, Soy bean Essential oils for Dry skin: Chamomile German, Benzoin, Lavender, Calendula, Sandalwood, Geranium, Patchouli, Palma rosa, Rose, Rosemary, Neroli Carrier oil for Oily skin: Almond, Hazelnut, Apricot kernel, Grape seed Essential oils for Oily skin: Roman & German chamomiles Cedar wood, geranium, Clary, lavender, Ylang-ylang, lemon, peppermint, cypress, calendula infusion, frankincense, patchouli, sandalwood, juniper, grapefruit, Lavender, rose. Carrier oil for Mature Skin, Anti-Aging skin: Almond, Hazelnut, Apricot kernel Essential oils for Mature Skin, Anti-Aging skin: Carrot seed, Citrus, frankincense, galbanum, fennel, geranium, myrrh, patchouli, rose, Clary, rosewood, sages, cypress, fennel, lavender, neroli, Rose Hip Extract. Grapefruit, Sandalwood

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Typical Skin Care Ingredients Aloe Vera: is useful for preventing the aging of the skin. It nourishes the skin and tissues with body-loving nutrients such as vitamin E and C. Grapefruit Seed Extract: Used as a preservative Vitamin E: Vitamin e products help reduce the appearance of stretch marks, prevent the appearance of age spots. It helps maintain the skins oil balance during the cleansing process and reduces transepidermal water loss from skin and strengthens the skins barrier function. Both anti-ageing and antioxidant. Lecithin: A naturally occurring antioxidant and emollient Honey: A antimicrobial and antioxidant which softens skin and adds sweetness to recipes. Witch Hazel: Is a natural astringent which tones skin and is especially good for oily skins Aromatic Waters: Are used to treat a variety of skin ailments from acne to burns. A by product of distilling essential oils Beeswax: Primarily used as an emulsifier Cocoa Butter: This fat, which is expressed from the roasted seeds of the cocoa plant, softens and lubricates the skin. Has a delicious chocolately aroma Antioxidants: Natural antioxidants include vitamins A,C and E Borax: Choose a natural source cosmetic grade Sodium Borate that does not contain surfactants and detergents which are commonly found in commercial Borax products. Borax acts as an emulsifier, natural preservative and buffering agent for moisturizers, scrubs and bath salts.

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Typical Skin Care Ingredients Shea Butter: Derived from the vegetable fat of the Karite Tree. It forms a breathable, water-resistant film and is the leading natural product for moisturizing. Carrot Seed Oil: Used in many skin care formulas for dry, mature, or wrinkled skin. Mango Butter: Has beneficial moisturizing properties for lotions and acts as a mild lubricant for the skin, making it an exotic and fun alternative for skincare products . Anhydrous Lanolin: A soft, waxy material derived from the coating on raw wool. Used as an emollient and moisturizer Coconut Oil: Is rich in antioxidant nutrients that penetrate into the underlying tissues of your skin to prevent and protect against the formation of free radicals Emulsifying Wax helps keep water and oil mixed. Glycerine moisturizing and cleans the skin. Vegetable glycerine adds a natural sweetener to any recipe. Essential Oils: Stimulate the tissue they come into contact with and are used for therapeutic abilities

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How to Distill Water You can distill water with an ordinary household pot and two pot lids. Boil water in a pot covered with the first lid. After a while, you'll see that the water in the pot vaporizes, and condenses on the lid (this is distilled water). Now replace the lid with the second lid, and turn the first one vertically, so that all condensed water collects at one point, and then pour it into a cup. Meanwhile, more distilled water condenses on the second pot lid, so just repeat the above steps again... until you have a full cup. Distillation will remove from water almost anything, even heavy metals, poisons, bacteria and viruses. However, it does not remove substances that have boiling points at a lower temperature than water. Some of these substances are oils, petroleum, alcohol and similar substances, which in most cases don't mix with water. Also, remember that substances removed from water remain in the boiler, so you'll need to clean it up every once in awhile. Distilled water can be used directly and does not need to be boiled again

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Emulsifying Face Cream Skinspirations

Revitalizing Day Cream Vitamin Packed Moisturizer Night Time Nourishing Cream Night Cream Intense Moisturizing Cream Moisturizing Wrinkle Cream Jojoba Moisturizing Cream Facial Toning Cream Wrinkle Prevention Cream Lemon Cleansing Cream Rose Cleansing Cream Strawberry Dream Cream Basic Cold Cream Vanishing Formula Basic Cold Cream Apricot Cold Cream Basic Moisturizing Cream 1 Basic Moisturizing Cream 2 Basic Moisturizer 3 Moisturizer for Thirsty Skin

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All Skin Types Revitalizing Day Cream 40 ml Sweet Almond Oil 15g Beeswax 2 tbsp Mineral Water 20 ml Avocado Oil 2 drops Lavender/Lemon essential Oil 1 drop Geranium essential oil

Gently melt the oils and beeswax in a double boiler.

Warm the mineral water and slowly add to the oil, stirring constantly to ensure it mixes Remove the pan from the heat and stir the cream until it reaches room temperature (otherwise it will separate)

Spoon the cream into a clean sterilized jar, place on the lid and shake until it becomes completely cool.

Skinspiration Tip: Essential oils need to be kept out of direct sunlight. Creams containing essential oils are best kept in dark coloured containers or in a dark, cool cupboard

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Vitamin Packed Moisturizer 1 tsp dried Camomile Tea or 1 tbsp fresh Camomile 75 ml Mineral Water 1 tbsp Anhydrous Lanolin 1 tbsp Beeswax 75 ml Almond Oil 1 Vitamin A Capsule 1 Vitamin E Capsule 3 drops of Geranium Oil

Place camomile and water into a pan and bring to the boil. Cover and simmer for 10 mins. Strain the liquid into a clean bowl and leave to cool Gently melt the Lanolin and Beeswax in a double boiler Slowly whisk in the oils, remove pan from heat and add in 2 tbsp of the Camomile infusion. Ensure that you beat this in sufficiently Pierce the vitamin capsules and squeeze them into mixture Keep stirring the mixture until it cools to prevent separation Once cool place into a clean and sterilized jar and store in a cool dark place for use within 60 days

Skinspiration Tip: Vitamin E is an antioxidant which promotes tissue repair and improves circulation

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Night Time Nourishing Cream 2 tbsp Beeswax, grated 1 oz Cocoa Butter 3 tbsp Sesame Oil 1 tbsp Wheat germ Oil 2 tbsp Dried Comfrey tsp Borax 5 tbsp Boiling Water 3 drops of your favourite essential oil (optional)

Place Comfrey in a small bowl and add boiling water. Cover with a porous cloth and leave for 2 hours. Strain through doubled muslin (or similar), then add Borax. Melt the cocoa butter and beeswax separately and measure the required quantities into a bowl over a pan of simmering water. Blend in sesame and wheat germ oils Remove from heat and whilst stirring continuously add the comfrey infusion slowly Stir until mixture thickens The cream will be a pale brown colour and if you find the smell unpleasant add in 3 drops of your favourite essential oil. Spoon cream into a clean and sterilized jar, cover the top with foil before securing the lid.

Skinspiration Tip: Nourish your skin with natural oils and plant based emollients

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Night Cream 3 tbsp Olive Oil 1 tbsp Aloe Vera Gel 1 tbsp Shea Butter 2 tsp Grated Beeswax 1 tbsp Rose Water 1/4 tsp Lecithin 2 x capsules of Vitamin E 3 drops Chamomile or Lavender essential oil

Melt oil, butter, and beeswax in heatproof glass measuring cup, over boiling water or in microwave. (low heat) Remove from heat just before beeswax is completely melted. Add the vitamin E oil and lecithin and stir in between additions.

Mix rosewater and aloe together and slowly add to main mixture.

Continue stirring with a small metal whisk. Once mixture is cooled, add the essential oil and stir.

Pour into a clean sterilized jar and secure lid

Skinspiration Tip: This cream is especially good during dry or cold weather. Lecithin is high in vitamin B, which helps to reduce oiliness and the formation of blackheads

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Intense Moisturising Cream 1 tbsp Beeswax

1 tbsp Emulsifying Wax 2 tbsp Anhydrous Lanolin 5 tsp Avocado Oil 1 tsp Glycerine 6 tbsp Water 2 tbsp Rose water 2 Vitamin E Capsules 1/2 tsp Borax

Melt the beeswax and emulsifying wax separately then measure them into a basin over a pan of simmering water. Blend in avocado oil and glycerine Add the contents of the vitamin E capsules. Remove from the heat and stir continuously whilst adding rose water, water and borax. Keep stirring until mixture cools and thickens. Transfer to a sterilised screw top jar and cover top of the cream with a circle of tinfoil.

Skinspiration Tip: This recipe produces a rich heavy cream which is ideally applied before taking a bath or shower, as the steam will help the skin absorb the cream. Rinse away excess cream with warm water and then refresh face with cold water.

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Moisturizing Wrinkle Cream 1 tbsp Cocoa Butter 2 tbsp Jojoba Oil 1 tbsp Pomegranate Seed Oil 1 tbsp Aloe Vera Gel Melt cocoa butter with the jojoba and pomegranate oils in a double boiler Allow to cool slightly and add aloe vera

Jojoba Moisturizing Cream 6 tbsp Jojoba Oil 1 tbsp Vitamin E Oil 2 tbsp Grated Beeswax 1 tbsp Aloe Vera Gel 2 tbsp Rose Water 8 drops Sandalwood essential oil 4 drops Rose essential oil Melt beeswax, jojoba oil and vitamin E oil in a double boiler Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature Mix together aloe vera and rose water, add this to the cooled wax mixture Place wax mixture into a blender and blend on high until mixture becomes thick and cloudy Apply sandalwood and rose essential oils to mixture and pour into a clean sterilized jar

Skinspiration Tip: Pomegranate Seed Oil exhibits powerful antioxidant properties. It has the marvellous ability to nurture, moisturize and restore the epidermis and also to improve the elasticity of the skin.

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Facial Toning Cream 2 tbsp Beeswax (grated) 1/4 cup Anhydrous Lanolin 5 fl oz Almond oil 2tbsp Witch Hazel 2 tbsp Rose Water Pinch of Borax

Melt beeswax in a double boiler, then add lanolin. Add warmed almond oil to beeswax and lanolin mixture and stir to blend In a separate pan, heat witch hazel and rose water and then add pinch of borax. Combine all ingredients together and mix thoroughly Pour mixture into a clean sterilized container and cover securely

Apply this mixture sparingly to the skin and massage in gently

Wrinkle Prevention Cream

1 tsp powdered Gelatine/Agar 1/4 cup Glycerine 8 oz Anhydrous Lanolin 2 tsp Orange Flower Water tsp Spirits of Camphor tsp Benzoin Tincture

Add cup of glycerine to flower water and place in a double boiler on a gentle heat Next add lanolin to the mixture and stir slowly until thoroughly combined Add Spirits of Camphor and Benzoin Tincture and stir to blend Remove from heat and beat mixture with an electric mixer until cream is cool and fluffy consistency. Spoon into a clean and sterilized jar and cover tightly.

Apply to face at night massaging into face for between 5-10 mins

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Lemon Cleansing Cream 1 tbsp Beeswax, grated 1 tbsp Non Petroleum Jelly

3 tbsp Jojoba Oil, warmed 1 tbsp Witch Hazel 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Pinch Borax 6 drops Lemon essential oil Melt beeswax and non petroleum jelly together in a double boiler Add warmed jojoba oil and whisk for 5-10 minutes. Mix witch hazel and lemon juice together, warm for 20 seconds in the microwave and add borax, mix until dissolved Slowly add this to wax mixture, beating until cool and creamy. Add lemon oil and continue beating until completely cool Pour into a clean and sterilized jar and secure lid

Rose Cleansing Cream 1 tbsp Grated Beeswax 1 tbsp Emulsifying Wax 4 tbsp Sweet Almond Oil 6 tbsp Rose Water

tsp Borax 2 drops Rose essential oil

Melt waxes and oil together in a double boiler. In a separate bowl warm rose water and add borax, stir until completely dissolved Remove wax mixture from heat and slowly add rosewater mixture, beating continuously to avoid separation As mixtures cools add rose oil, continue to beat until completely cool Pour into a clean sterilized jar

Skinspiration Tip: Lemon Juice can irritate sensitive skin. Ensure that you do a sensitivity test before applying anything new to your skin
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Strawberry Dream Cream (oilynormal skin)

oz Beeswax 1 oz Almond Oil 1 oz Apricot Kernel Oil 4-5 Large Strawberries 8 drops Benzoin Tincture

Wash and drain the strawberries and squeeze out the juice through a sieve or muslin Heat the beeswax and oils together in a double boiler. Remove from heat when melted and add strawberry juice Beat the mixture until it is light and fluffy Add Benzoin and beat until cool to prevent separation
Basic Cold Cream Vanishing Formula 1 oz Jojoba 1 ounce Grape seed oil 1/2 - 1 oz beeswax 2 oz distilled water 1 tsp Glycerine 1 tsp Borax 10 drops essential oil of choice (optional) 40 drops grapefruit seed extract as a preservative

Combine the oils and beeswax in a double boiler and melt. Remove from the heat and pour in the remaining ingredients; mix with an electric handheld mixer until the cream is thick and creamy. .Store in a glass jar with a screw top.

Discard after 6 months (or sooner if mould begins to grow)

. Skinspiration Tip: Ensure you have clean and dry fingers when applying your creams, even dipping a wet finger into your creams can contaminate them!

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Basic Cold Cream cup Distilled water 1 tsp Borax 1 tsp Glycerine 2 tbsp Grated Beeswax 3 tbsp Olive Oil 2 tbsp Almond Oil 2 tbsp Avocado Oil 1 tsp Grape Seed Oil 2 tsp Wheat Germ Oil

Melt wax and combine it with oil in a double boiler. In another glass bowl, put water, glycerine, and borax and heat in microwave for about 45 seconds. Stir. Add borax water to wax/oil paste. Beat and whip. You should have a white frothy mixture. Pour into a clean sterilized container and secure lid once mixture has cooled

Apricot Cold Cream (for dry skin) 2 oz Cocoa Butter 2 oz Beeswax 10 oz Apricot Kernel Oil Melt cocoa butter and beeswax together in a double boiler and once melted beat in apricot oil. Remove from heat and mix thoroughly until cool Pour into a clean sterilized jar

Skinspiration Tip: The concept of cold cream is quite ancient. Credit for the invention is usually given to Galen, a second century Greek physician who developed an emulsion of beeswax, oil, rose petals, and water. The cream was designed to moisturize and condition the face, and to help remove the harsh makeup of the period. In some regions, cold cream is called cream of Galen or Galen's cream in a reference to this; the cold in cold cream comes from the cool, refreshing feeling that it leaves behind.

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Basic Moisture Cream 1 2 tbsp Carnauba Wax 1 tbsp Grated Beeswax 1/2 cup Almond Oil

Place all ingredients in a heavy based pan/double boiler and heat gently and constantly stir. Once mixture has come together place in a clean sterilized jar

Basic Moisturizer 2 1 cup of Avocado or Almond Oil 1/2 cup Beeswax 3 x Vitamin E Capsules 3 drops of favourite essential oil

Melt oil and beeswax together, remove from heat when melted Add vitamin e oil and essential oil and keep stirring until all is combined Pour into a clean sterilized jar and secure lid when cool

Skinspiration Tip: A vitamin E capsule added to your carrier oils acts as a natural preservative

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Basic Moisturizer 3 1 cup of Mineral Water

oz of Cocoa butter oz Emulsifying Wax 1 oz Jojoba oil 5 drops of Grapefruit Seed Extract (a natural preservative) A few drops of favourite essential oiloptional

Heat the Jojoba oil, cocoa butter and emulsifying wax together and then add water and grapefruit seed extract. For extra moisture you can add tsp of honey Pour into a clean sterilized jar and place lid securely

Moisturizer for Thirsty Skin

cup Mineral Water tbsp Glycerine cup Olive Oil tbsp Coconut Oil tbsp Cocoa Butter tbsp Lecithin oz Beeswax 2 x Vitamin E capsules Melt beeswax, oils and butter together. In a dish add glycerine to mineral water Remove wax and oil mixture from heat once melted and add vitamin e and lecithin Using a blender/whisk start to blend the cream whilst slowly adding glycerine water mixture. Keep blending until mixture becomes fluffy Pour into cool sterilized jar and secure lid when cooled

Skinspiration Tip: Beeswax is obtained from the honeycomb of virgin bees. For the highest quality of beeswax, purchase directly from a local beekeeper

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Body & Hand Skinspirations

Begone! Stretch Mark Cream Moisturizing Cocoa Butter Almond & Rose Oil Body Lotion Coconut Almond Body Lotion Eczema Lotion Anti Ageing Mango Butter Coconut Butter Moisturizing Body Butter Shea Butter Crme Cocoa Butter for Hand & Nails Cocoa Butter for Face & Hand Rosewater & Glycerine Hand Cream Intensive Overnight Hands Cuticle Oil Nail Conditioning Serum Nail Buff Brittle Nail Soak

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Begone! Stretch Mark Cream 1 Vitamin E Capsule 2 tsp Beeswax (grated)

cup of Cocoa Butter 1 tsp Sesame Oil 1 tsp Apricot Kernel Oil 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Pierce Vitamin E capsule and place all the ingredients together, except for Vanilla Extract, in a heavy based saucepan and gently heat until cocoa butter and beeswax have melted Once mixture is cool place in a clean sterilized container and secure lid tightly.

Apply to affected areas daily

Moisturizing Cocoa Body Butter for Dry Skins

cup of Cocoa Butter 2 tbsp of Beeswax (grated) 2 tbsp Distilled Water 3 tbsp Sesame Oil 2 tbsp of Coconut Oil 1 tbsp Olive Oil

Combine beeswax and water and melt in a double boiler over a gentle heat Add cocoa butter and stir thoroughly to combine Gradually add the coconut, sesame and olive oils Place mixture into a clean sterilized container and as it cools it will thicken

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Almond & Rose Oil Body Lotion for Normal to Oily Skins

cup of Almond Oil 2 tbsp Beeswax (grated) cup Distilled Water cup Rosewater 5 drops of Rose essential oil

Combine beeswax with distilled water and melt gently over a low heat When mixture has blended transfer to a blender and blend on a low speed While blender is running gradually add almond oil rose water and rose essential oil As the mixture cools down it will thicken in consistency Pour into a clean and sterilized jar and use sparingly

Will keep for 4-5 months if kept in a cool place

Coconut Almond Lotion for Dry Skin

cup of Almond Oil of Coconut Oil 1 tsp Anhydrous Lanolin 1/2 oz Grated Beeswax cup rosewater cup Aloe Vera Gel 1 drop of Rose essential oil 1 Vitamin E capsule

Melt almond oil, coconut oil, beeswax and lanolin over a gentle heat. Leave to cool In a separate bowl mix rosewater, aloe vera and rose oil. Pierce the vitamin e capsule and add all to the beeswax and lanolin mixture. Whip together to ensure it is well blended. Store in a clean, sterilized jar with a secure lid

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ECZEMA Lotion

1 tbsp Beeswax 2 oz. Shea Butter 2 tbsp Sweet Almond oil 10 drops German Chamomile 10 drops Lavender 10 drops Vitamin E oil

Melt ingredients together, in a double boiler, blending thoroughly Let cool to about lukewarm, add Essential Oil and then cool completely
Anti Aging Mango Butter

2 tbsp. Beeswax 2 tbsp Mango butter 8 tbsp. Coconut oil 10 drops Carrot Seed Essential Oil Melt together wax and butter, when melted add oil. Stir well, allow to cool slightly, then add essential oils. Mix completely until smooth. Pour into jar and let harden before securing lid.

Coconut Butter Body Lotion

2 tbsp Grated beeswax 4 oz Cocoa Butter 4 tbsp Sweet Almond Oil 2 tbsp Coconut Oil

Melt the beeswax and cocoa butter in a double boiler until liquefied. Gradually blend in oils. Pour into clean sterilized glass jar. Lotion will thicken as it cools.

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Moisturizing Body Butter 4 oz Shea Butter 4 oz Jojoba 1 oz Grated Beeswax 3 tsp Sandalwood Oil

Melt shea butter and beeswax in a double boiler Remove from heat and whisk in jojoba oil, then add in sandalwood oil Pour into a clean sterilized jar and secure lid when cool

Shea Butter Crme 4 tbsp Shea Butter 2 tbsp Cocoa Butter 4 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil A few drops of your favourite essential oil for fragrance

Melt the cocoa butter in a double boiler over a low heat and when almost melted add shea butter. Next add olive oil. Remove from heat and add a few drops of the essential oil for fragrance. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is light and fluffy (you may want to use an electric hand whisk for this. Spoon into a clean sterilized jar

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Cocoa Butter Cream for Hand & Nails 2 tbsp Grated Beeswax 2 tbsp Cocoa Butter 4 tbsp Jojoba Oil 1 tbsp Anhydrous Lanolin 20 drops Sandalwood Oil 20 drops Rosemary Oil

In a double boiler heat together beeswax, cocoa butter, jojoba oil and lanolin. Once melted, remove from heat and leave to cool Add essential oils and stir thoroughly Pour into a clean sterilized jar with a secure lid

Store in a cool, dark place for up to 4 months Cocoa Butter Hand & Face Cream

cup Olive Oil 1 tbsp Coconut Oil 1 oz Cocoa Butter tbsp Liquid Lecithin oz Beeswax 2 x Vitamin E capsules cup boiled water tbsp glycerine Combine oils and waxes together in a double boiler. Remove from heat once melted and add vitamin E Combine water and glycerine and drizzle in melted oil & wax mixture, stirring thoroughly to combine Pour into a clean sterilized jar and when mixture is cool secure lid

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Rosewater & Glycerine Hand Cream 1 cups Rosewater

cup Glycerine Combine all ingredients together and pour into a clean sterilized jar Apply to hands as needed
Intensive Overnight Hands

tsp Avocado Oil tsp Wheat Germ Oil tsp Jojoba Oil tsp Vitamin E 2 tbsp Plain Yoghurt 1 egg yolk Combine all ingredients together and whisk. Keep in refrigerator until ready to use Before bed, cover hands generously in mixture and cover with a pair of cotton gloves. In the morning rinse off the mixture with soap
Cuticle Oil 2 tbsp Jojoba Oil 1 tbsp Wheat Germ Oil 1 tbsp Cocoa Butter Heat ingredients together in a double boiler over a gentle heat. Pour into a clean sterilized jar and secure lid tightly Massage a small amount to the base of the nail and gently push back the cuticles Nail Conditioning Serum 1 tsp Liquid Vitamin E

1 tsp Almond Oil Pour both liquids together in a jar. Secure lid and shake well to blend. Massage a small amount to each nail and gently push back the cuticle

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Nail Buff 1 tbsp Almond Oil 1 tsp Baking Soda Stir ingredients together. Once baking soda has dissolved in oil apply a small amount to each nail and buff with a chamois buffer Brittle Nail Soak 1 tbsp Honey 1 tbsp Aloe Vera Gel

cup distilled water, boiled 1 tsp Vitamin E 5 drops of Rose essential oil Combine honey, aloe vera and boiling distilled water, stir until combined and dissolved. Remove from heat and add vitamin e and essential oil. Soak nails for 10 mins. Then dry hands with a soft towel

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Eye Treatment Skinspirations

Eye Moisturizing Cream Aloe Vera Eye Cream Eyelash Thickener Gel Eye Makeup Remover Dark Circle Eye Cream Moisturizing Eye Makeup Removal Oil Tired Eyes Tonic Cucumber Eye Gel Jojoba Eye Wrinkle Cream Regenerative Eye Serum Eye Cleansing Oil

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Eye Moisturizing Cream 1 tbsp Cocoa Butter 1 tbsp Anhydrous Lanolin 1 tsp Wheat Germ Oil 1 drop Rosemary Essential Oil

Gently melt the cocoa butter and lanolin in a double boiler Whisk in wheat germ oil and remove from heat Add rosemary oil and stir until cool to prevent separation Pour into a clean sterilized jar with a secure lid

Use cream around eye socket and under eye

Aloe Vera Eye Cream Recipe 1 tsp Apricot Kernel oil 1 tsp Grapefruit seed essential oil 1 tsp grated Beeswax 1/2 tsp Aloe Vera gel 1 Vitamin E capsule

Combine oil and Beeswax in the top of a double boiler. Heat until wax has melted; remove from the heat. Using a wooden spoon, mix in the aloe gel. Allow to cool to lukewarm temp and add essential oil and Vitamin E (pierce the capsule and squeeze out its contents), stir well. Pour into a small clean sterilized glass jar. Cool and secure lid. Apply nightly before bed.

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Eyelash Thickener Gel 1 tbsp Beeswax, grated 5 drops Sweet Almond Oil 2 drops Witch Hazel 1 drop Lemon Essential oil Heat beeswax in a small bowl over simmering water, when melted add the almond oil Allow mixture to cool slightly until it begins to solidify, then add witch hazel and essential oils Mix well and transfer to a small screw top jar Apply a small amount with do not apply too much just a bare light coat or eyelashes will stick together. Eye Makeup Remover 1 tbsp Castor Oil 1 tbsp Olive Oil 2 tbsp Canola Oil

Blend all ingredients together. Apply with cottonwool to remove make up on and around eyes Dark Circle Eye Cream 1 tbsp Anhydrous Lanolin 1 Almond Oil

1 tsp Soybean flour 2 tsp cold Water

Melt Lanolin on a gentle heat and then add almond oil and stir into a thick paste Remove from the heat and add soybean flour and cold water and stir for 10 minutes Apply nightly to the under eye area. Wash off with damp cotton wool after 1520 minutes

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Moisturizing Eye Makeup Removal Oil 100 ml Castor Oil 200 ml Sweet Almond Oil 200 ml Cornflower Water

Blend almond oil and castor oil together, then add cornflower water. Apply a generous amount every night to remove eye makeup and moisturize eye area

Tired Eyes Tonic 1 oz Rosewater 8 oz Water 9 Rosebuds

In a small pan add rosebuds and water and bring to the boil, lower heat and simmer for 2 minutes until some of the water boils off. Strain liquid into a clean jar and refrigerate When cool add rosewater. Enough for 4-7 eyewashes. Must be used with 3 days

Cucumber Eye Gel 1 tbsp Aloe Vera Gel 1 tsp Fresh Cucumber Juice tsp Cornstarch 1 tbsp Witch Hazel Mix together aloe, cucumber and cornstarch. Heat until just boiling, about 1 minute in microwave. Remove from heat source and stir in witch hazel. Stir well and allow the mixture to cool completely. You should have a clear, jelly-like cream. Spoon into a small clean jar. To use: Dab a small amount under your eyes and be careful not to rub or pull the delicate skin under your eyes. Keep in cool place.
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Jojoba Eye Wrinkle Cream Recipe 3 tsp jojoba oil 3 tsp apricot-kernel oil 1 tsp beeswax 5 tsp rose water 1/4 tsp borax 5 drops carrot-seed essential oil

Put the jojoba oil, apricot-kernel oil and beeswax into a small saucepan and heat the mixture over a double boiler on very low heat. Remove from heat and stir to blend. While that is cooling, in another small saucepan, warm the rose water over very low heat and add the borax; stir until the borax is dissolved, and remove from heat. Allow to cool to medium luke warm temp. Add to borax/rose water in the oil wax blend. Rapidly stir wax and oils and rose water and borax mixture. Allow to cool to room temp then add the carrot-seed essential oil. Put the finished eye cream into a clean sterilized container Regenerative Eye Oil 2 tbsp Jojoba Oil 2 tsp Rosehip Oil

Combine oils and shake well to combine Massage gently into eye area , leave for 20 minutes and blot off any excess with tissue

Eye Cleansing Oil 4 tbsp Almond Oil 1 tbsp Apricot Kernel Oil 1 tsp Vitamin E Oil 3 drops Chamomile essential oil Pour all oils into a bottle and shake thoroughly to combine

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Serums
Anti Ageing & Restorative Eye Serum Vitamin E Eye Serum Eyelash Serum Vitamin C Serum Nourishing Facial Serum Acne Serum

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Anti Aging & Restorative Eye Serum 1 oz Jojoba oil 5 drops Chamomile essential oil 5 drops Rose essential oil

Combine essential oils with Jojoba oil and store in a glass bottle with a dropper top. Apply 1 drop of the oil to your finger and gently smooth the oil beneath your eye and onto the area just beneath the brow bone. *Do not apply oil directly to your eyelids.

Vitamin E Eye Serum Recipe 2 tablespoons Hazelnut oil or Grape seed Oil 6 drops Borage seed oil 9 drops Evening primrose oil 6 drops Lavender essential oil 6 drops Carrot essential oil 2 capsule vitamin E Mix all a glass bottle Shake well before each use. Take one drop and gently apply to eye area before bedtime.

Eyelash Serum Equal amounts of: Pure Coconut Oil Vitamin E Oil Sweet Almond Oil
Use equal amounts of ingredients and mix together. Use a mascara wand (or wash out and sterilize an empty mascara bottle and wand) to apply starting from the root of the eyelash. Make sure you do not get any oil in your eyes

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Vitamin C Serum 1.5g L-ascorbic Acid 5ml Glycerine 5ml Distilled Water

Dissolve L-ascorbic acid in the water and then add glycerine. Store in a tightly closed bottle Lasts approx 2 weeks Nourishing Facial Serum Recipe 2 tbsp Jojoba Oil 1 tsp Evening Primrose Oil

5 drops Neroli Essential oil 8 drops Geranium essential oil 8 drops Frankincense essential oil 8 drops Carrot Seed essential oil

Combine the ingredients together in a glass bottle with a dropper. Shake for 2 mins Use only 1-2 drops of serum for all of face and throat Keep stored in a cool dark place
Acne Serum 3 tbsp Jojoba Oil 7 drops Lavender essential oil 8 drops Tea Tree essential oil 3 drops Geranium essential oil 3 drops Vitamin E oil

Shake all ingredients together in a bottle. Apply twice a day to face after cleansing, avoiding eye area

*Please note acne may seem worse before it gets better, but IT does get better!

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Lip Skinspirations
Luscious Lip Treatment Lip Gloss Moisturizing Lip Balm Lemon Lip Balm Lip Plumper Lip Scrub Protective Lip Balm

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Luscious Lip Treatment 3 tsp Grated Beeswax 3 tsp Avocado Oil 1 tsp Glycerine 1 tsp Lecithin 1/2 tsp Honey 2 x Vitamin E capsules 4 drops Tea Tree essential oil 5 drops Grapefruit essential oil

Melt beeswax in avocado oil in a double boiler. Remove from heat and add vitamin E and lecithin.

Combine honey and glycerine and then add to mixture. Stir thoroughly to combine. Finally, add essential oils. Lip Gloss 2 tbsp Coconut Oil 1 tbsp Cocoa Butter 2 tsp Grated Beeswax 10 drops Avocado Oil Few drops of Vitamin E oil

Melt coconut oil, cocoa butter and beeswax in a double boiler. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly Stir in the avocado oil and vitamin E oil. Pour balm into a clean sterilized container, seal once mixture has cooled and solidified Moisturizing Lip Balm 2 tbsp Shea Butter 4 tbsp Olive Oil 2 x Vitamin E Capsules 4 drops of Favourite essential oil Combine ingredients , except for essential oil and melt in a double boiler. When melted add your essential oil and pour into clean pots.

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Lemon Lip Balm 1 tablespoon Non-Petroleum Jelly 1/2 teaspoon Beeswax, grated 3 drops Lemon Oil

In a double boiler, heat the non-petroleum jelly and add the beeswax, stirring until melted. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon oil. Pour the mixture into a small screw-top jar or metal tin.

Lip Plumper 6 tsp Olive Oil 2 Vitamin E capsule 6 drops Cinnamon Leaf Oil Pierce vitamin e capsules and combine ingredients together. Also acts as a lip gloss *Never put Cinnamon Leaf Oil directly on your lips as it will burn

Lip Scrub Olive Oil or Coconut Oil Brown Sugar Pour a little olive oil into a cup and add enough brown sugar to make a paste. Place onto lips and massage gently with fingertips using circular motion Protective Lip Balm: 12g beeswax 8g cocoa butter 2 tbsp almond oil tbsp honey Melt all ingredients in bowl over boiling water. When melted, pour into little jars and secure lids when cool

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Body/Face Scrub Skinspirations

Lavender Body Scrub Banana & Honey Scrub Lemon Body Scrub Minty Foot Scrub Oatmeal Scrub Ginger Cellulite Scrub Mango body Scrub Creamy Salt Scrub Apple & Cornflour Scrub Vanilla Coffee Scrub Chocolate Honey Oats Orange Scrub Strawberry Foot Scrub Honey Almond Scrub Lemony Olive Hand Scrub Dead Skin Cells Scrub

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Lavender Body Scrub cup Jojoba Oil cup White Sugar 1 tsp Vitamin E oil cup Almond Oil 6 drops Lavender essential oil

Mix all ingredients together thoroughly. Store in a jar away from sunlight Use scrub at least once a week

Banana & Honey Scrub 2 cups of ripe mashed banana 1 tbsp honey 1 tbsp sugar

Mix all ingredients together thoroughly and use immediately

Lemon Body Scrub Juice and grated peel of lemon 2 tbsp honey 5 tbsp raw sugar

Mix all ingredients together and use immediately Scrub entire body and leave on for 10 mins, rinse off in shower

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Minty Foot Scrub Handful of finely chopped mint leaves 1 tbsp Sea Salt 2 drops Peppermint oil 1 tbsp Olive Oil

Mix all ingredients together and use immediately Massage into feet then rinse with cool water

Oatmeal Scrub 2 tbsp Oats 2 tbsp Raw sugar 2 tbsp Aloe Vera gel 1 tsp Lemon juice

Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until creamy Store in a covered jar for up to 3 days

Ginger Cellulite Scrub 2 tbsp Fresh Grated Ginger 2 tbsp Sea Salt

Mix ingredients together and rub into cellulite affected areas in a circular motion Rinse

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Mango Body Scrub 1 Mango

cup Sugar 1 tbsp Honey 2 tbsp Milk

Blend mango flesh, sugar, honey and milk together in blender until smooth Rub vigorously all over whilst standing in shower/tub and then rinse off with warm water

Creamy Salt Body Salt 3 tbsp Whipping Cream 1 tbsp Sea Salt

Heat cream and salt together until thick and creamy. Apply in circular motion to body and rinse off in shower
Apple & Corn Flour Scrub 2 tbsp Corn Flour Small amount of Apple Juice (enough to make paste)

Mix corn flour with apple juice to form a paste. Apply in gentle circular motion. Rinse with warm water to remove, then cool water to refresh

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Chocolate Honey Oats Scrub 1 tbsp Cocoa Powder 1 tbsp Honey 1 tbsp Oatmeal Water

Mix cocoa, honey and oatmeal together and gradually add water to form a paste. Apply gently in circular motion. Leave for 10 mins before rinsing off

Vanilla Coffee Scrub

cup of Coffee Beans 1 tbsp Olive Oil 2 tbsp Vanilla extract cup raw sugar 1 tsp Ground Cloves

Place coffee beans, clove powder and brown sugar in a grinder. Grind coarsely, then add vanilla extract and oil If you would like a runnier consistency add more olive oil Any leftover can be kept in a jar

Orange Scrub

Orange 4 tbsp Oatmeal

Squeeze orange juice and use orange pulp and mix into oatmeal Use immediately and scrub gently for a few minutes. Rinse off

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Strawberry Foot Scrub 10 Fresh Strawberries 2 tbsp Olive Oil 1 tbsp Sea Salt
Mash strawberries and add oil and salt Massage into feet (or hands!). Rinse and then pat dry

Honey Almond Scrub 4 tbsp Almond Meal 2 tbsp Jojoba Oil 4 Tbsp Honey

Mix together almond meal and jojoba oil, whisk in honey Using 1 tsp of mixture to face (add water to this if needed) Remaining mixture can be kept in a sealed jar

Lemony Olive Hand Scrub 1 tbsp Sugar 2 tsp Lemon Juice 2 tsp Olive oil

Mix together ingredients and apply with damp hands. Rinse Dead Skin Cells Scrub cup Granulated Sugar Chopped Fresh Tomato 2 tbsp Yogurt or Sour Cream

Place the sugar in a small bowl. Add enough fresh chopped tomato to moisten, then add yogurt. Combine and apply to a clean, damp face, using fingertips to gently massage the formula into skin. Allow formula to remain on skin for 10 minutes, then rinse with warm water and pat dry.
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Mask Skinspirations
Anti Wrinkle Moisture Lock Mask Firming Face & Neck Mask Avocado Wrinkle Mask Kiwi face Lift Mask Face Firming Mask 2 Gram Flour Anti Wrinkle Mask Honey Carrot Mask Cucumber Yoghurt Mask Oatmeal Mask Simple Face Mask Oatmeal Yoghurt Mask Clay Mask Strawberries & cream Mask Milk n Honey Mask Pumpkin Face Mask Grapefruit Face Mask Vitamin E Face Mask Skin rejuvenation Mask Rose Facial Mask Mint Mask Lemon Tea Mask

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Anti Wrinkle Moisture Lock Mask 2 tbsp Honey 2 tbsp Milk

Mix ingredients together and smooth over face and leave on face for 10 minutes Remove mask and splash face with cool water

Firming Face & Neck Mask 1 tbsp Honey 1 Egg White 1 tsp Glycerine

cup Plain Flour

Whisk together honey, egg white and glycerine together in a bowl Gradually add flour mixing until mixture forms a thick paste Smooth over face & throat and leave for 10 mins Remove mask and splash face with cold water

Avocado Wrinkle Mask 1 ripe Avocado 5 tsp Olive Oil Mash avocado flesh and add oil (add extra if needed). Mix well. Apply to face and leave for 15 mins Remove mask and splash face with cold water

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Kiwi Face Lift Mask 1 Ripe Kiwi Fruit, peeled 1 tsp Honey

Mash kiwi fruit, strain away excess juice. Add honey and mix well Apply mask and leave for 20 minutes Remove mask and splash cold water on face

Face Firming Mask 2

2 Cooked & Mashed Carrots 1 tbsp Rice Flour 1 Egg Yolk Mix all ingredients together and apply to face Leave for 15-20 mins Remove mask with warm water and then splash face with cold water

Gram Flour Anti-Wrinkle Mask 1 tbsp (heaped) Gram Flour 1 tsp Heavy Cream 2 tsp Water Pinch of salt

Mix all ingredients together and apply to face Leave for 10 mins and then remove with warm water

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Honey Carrot Mask 2 large Carrots 4 tbsp Honey

Cook carrots then mash Add honey and apply gently to face Leave for 10 mins and rinse off with cool water

Cucumber Yoghurt Mask 1 tbsp Plain Yoghurt 1 tbsp Cucumber 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley Place all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth Apply to face and leave for 15-20 mins Remove mask with warm water and then splash face with cold water

Oatmeal Mask

cup Oatmeal tsp Brown Sugar 1 tsp Honey Water Place oatmeal in a blender and blend to fine consistency. Place oatmeal in bowl and add sugar, honey and enough water to form a paste Dampen face with warm water and apply mask. Leave on for 15-20 mins. Remove with warm water and then splash face with cold water Remaining mixture can be place in a covered jar in the fridge

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Simple Face Mask 2 Egg Whites 2 tbsp Plain Yoghurt

Mix all ingredients together and apply to face Rinse with warm water after a few minutes

Oatmeal Yoghurt Mask 1 tbsp finely ground Oatmeal 1 tbsp Plain Yoghurt 1 tsp Honey

Mix all ingredients together and apply mask to face Leave for 10 minutes and then rinse off with warm water

Clay Mask 2 tbsp 100% Natural Clay Cat Litter Water I drop of your favourite essential oil

Mix the cat litter with water to form a paste and add a few drops of essential oil Apply to face and leave for 15 mins Remove with warm water I find it is best to add ingredients to a blender and then pass through a sieve. This makes sure there are no sharp bits of undissolved clay

NB: Dont be alarmed by the Cat Litter, this is the same kind of clay as they use at Spas!! Save yourself a fortune! But make sure you buy only the 100% Natural Clay

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Strawberries & Cream Mask

cup of fresh Strawberries cup of Sour Cream or Plain Yoghurt

Mash together strawberries and sour cream and apply to face for 10-15 mins

Remove mask and splash face with cold water

Milk n Honey Mask 1 tsp Powdered Milk 1 tbsp Honey 1 tsp Aloe Vera Gel 2 drops of favourite essential oil Mix all ingredients together and apply to face Rinse off after 15 mins and splash face with cold water

Pumpkin Face Mask I cup Pumpkin Puree 1 egg white 1 tsp Honey

Beat egg whites until soft peaks form , then add pumpkin puree and honey, mixing well Apply to face and leave for 15 mins Remove mask with warm water and then splash face with cold water

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Grapefruit Face Mask 1 tsp Grapefruit Juice 1 tsp Sour cream or Plain Yoghurt 1 Egg White

Beat eggwhite until soft peaks form. Add sour cream and grapefruit juice Apply to face and leave for 15 mins Remove mask with warm water and splash face with cold water

Vitamin E Mask 1 Capsule Vitamin E 1 medium ripe banana

cup of Whipping Cream Mix together banana and cream. When thoroughly combined, pierce vitamin e capsule and add to mixture. Apply mask to face and leave for 15 mins Remove mask with a moist towel or warm water

Skin Rejuvenation Mask Juice of Orange

tsp Honey Juice of 1 lemon

Mix all ingredients together and apply to face using cotton wool Leave for 10-15 minutes and then rinse with warm water *Not suitable for sensitive skin

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Rose Facial Mask 1 Rose 1 tbsp Rose Water 1 tbsp Plain Yoghurt 1 tbsp Plain Honey

Tear off rose petals and place in water to soak for a few minutes. Then crush in a bowl Add honey, rose water and yoghurt to crushed petals. Mix well and use immediately Leave on face for 10 mins, then rinse with warm water

Mint Mask

Cucumber 1 tsp Cocoa Butter 1 Egg White Handful of Fresh Mint Leaves

Roughly chop cucumber and place in blender with mint leaves. Mix to paste Add cocoa butter and egg white and beat well Apply to face and leave for 10-15 mins Rinse off with cold water

Lemon Tea Mask 1 tsp Lemon Juice 1 tsp Strong Brewed tea 1 tbsp Milk Powder 1 Egg White

Mix egg white until soft peaks form and then mix in remaining ingredients Apply to face and leave for 10 minutes Remove mask with warm water

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Various Skinspirations
Herbal Baby Oil No Petroleum Jelly Shaving Gel No Petroleum Jelly 2 Antiseptic Balm Facial Hair Bleach Hand Sanitiser/Aftershave Gel Lemon Elbow Bleach Spa Like Hand/Foot Softener Treatment Herbal Body Wrap Nipple Ointment Anti cellulite Massage Oil Dark Spot Hand Mask Bug Off Balm Broken Capillaries Oil Treatment Pimple Blaster Diaper Rash Soothing Butter Soothing After Sun Gel

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Herbal Baby Oil Choose a selection of herbs such as Chamomile & Calendula Olive Oil
Fill your jar half full with selected herbs Fill the rest of the jar with Olive oil, leave a gap at the top Secure lid and date jar Place in pantry for 6-8 weeks and make sure to shake gently each day At the end of 6-8 weeks, use triple layered cheesecloth to strain away all herb particles, so you are left with just oil

Alternatively, place cup of dried herbs in a crock pot and add 2 cups of olive

oil.

Place on lowest setting and leave to infuse for 4 hours. Strain oil through triple layered cheesecloth

Make Your Own No Petroleum Jelly 1 oz grated Beeswax

cup of Herbal Baby Oil

Melt ingredients together in a double boiler Pour into clean sterilized jar once cool

Shaving Gel 1 cup Aloe Vera Gel

tsp Liquid Vitamin E 5 drops Chamomile essential oil 5 drops Lavender essential oil 2 drops Rose essential oil Combine all ingredients together and whisk to blend Pour into a clean sterilized jar and secure lid tightly Use a handful of the gel and smooth on your legs and shave as usual. Rinse and pat dry with towel

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No Petroleum Jelly 2 1 oz Beeswax, grated

cup Sweet Almond Oil Melt ingredients together in a double boiler Remove from heat and pour into 2 clean, sterilized 4 oz containers For a firmer jelly use 1 oz beeswax or for a very soft jelly use only oz of beeswax

Antiseptic Balm 2 oz Grated Beeswax 3 oz Sweet Almond Oil 1 oz Jojoba Oil 20 drops of Wheat germ oil 20 drops of Myrrh 20 drops of Tea Tree Oil
Melt beeswax together with almond and Jojoba Once melted remove from heat and whisk in thoroughly wheat germ, myrrh and tea tree oil

Facial Hair Bleach Lemon Juice Honey Apple

Mix equal quantities of the ingredients to make a paste Apply to face and leave for 20 mins before rinsing *Lemon juice can irritate sensitive skin

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Hand Sanitiser/Aftershave Gel Rubbing Alcohol Aloe Vera Gel Few drops of favourite essential oil
Add equal parts of rubbing alcohol and aloe vera gel Add a few drops of essential oil and pour into a pump action bottle

Lemon Elbow Bleach

cup of Mint Infusion Lemon, squeezed

Add 1 heaped tsp of dried peppermint to 1 cup of boiling water. Leave to infuse for 10-15 mins. Strain Add cup of peppermint infusion to lemon juice and apply liquid on cotton pads to elbows Let it dry and then repeat 3 to 4 times. Do not remove after each application *This needs to be done weekly to see results
Spa Like Hand/Foot Softener Treatment 4 oz Paraffin Wax 1 oz Olive Oil 20 drops of favourite essential oil Few drops of Coconut/Olive oil (to coat your hands/feet) Casserole dish greased with oil Plastic Sandwich bags

Melt the paraffin wax, ounce of Olive oil and essential oil in a double boiler Once melted carefully pour into a greased casserole dish and wait until a skin forms on the top of the wax. When this occurs the wax is the right temperature to use Prepare your hands or feet with a few drops of coconut/olive oil and dip each hand/ foot into the wax repeatedly until several layers of wax builds up. Have someone to help you apply the plastic sandwich bags (or plastic wrap) your hands and feet. Place a bath towel over your hands/feet and relax for 30 minutes To remove wax, simply peel off starting at wrist/ankle
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Herbal Body Wrap 2 cups of fresh seaweed (or 1 cup of dried seaweed or powdered Kelp) 3 gallons Distilled Water 1 Large Bath Towel 1 Large Plastic Garbage Bag (cut open) A large plastic bowl or clean sink/tub Boil water and steep seaweed for 5 minutes Pour liquid into a large bowl, tub or sink Drop in bath towel and let it absorb liquid Wring out the towel and wrap around the body Wrap the plastic garbage back around the towel, then lie down and relax After 15 mins take off towel and shower. Make sure you use a nice scented shower gel/soap or bath oil to remove the smell of seaweed

*Ideally you need a person to help with this

Nipple Ointment This ointment is for use several weeks before breastfeeding to lessen the chance of cracked/sore nipples 2 tbsp Coconut Oil 1 tbsp Cocoa Butter 2 tsp Honey 2 tbsp Calendula Oil 2 tbsp Distilled Water, warmed 10 drops Starflower or Evening Primrose Oil 2 x Vitamin E Capsules Melt together the coconut oil, cocoa butter, honey and calendula oil Add warmed distilled water and blend until no water droplets are present Pierce vitamin E capsules and add to mixture Pour into a clean, sterilized container Massage ointment into nipple and surrounding area using gentle circular motions

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Anti-Cellulite Massage Oil 4 tbsp Grape seed Oil 2 tbsp Almond Oil 1 tbsp Avocado Oil 1 tsp Wheat Germ Oil Essential Oils: 20 drops Fennel Oil 15 drops Juniper Oil 10 drops Grapefruit Oil 5 drops Geranium Oil

Mix together the grape seed, almond, avocado and wheat germ oils. Then add essential oils. Massage into affected areas daily Dark Spot Hand Mask 2 tsp lemon juice 2 tsp Bicarbonate of Soda (Baking Soda) 2 tsp Powdered Buttermilk

Combine ingredients thoroughly and apply to hands and leave for 20-30 minutes, then rinse. Follow with protective hand cream Apply twice a week until you start to see a difference

Bug Off Balm (Insect Repellent) oz Beeswax, grated oz Cocoa Butter 3 tbsp Sweet Almond Oil 1 tbsp Citronella Oil 1 tsp Lavender Oil 1 tsp Tea Tree Oil

Melt beeswax and cocoa butter together, mixing well to combine Remove from heat and leave to cool slightly, then add essential oils Pour into a clean, sterilized container and leave to solidify. Store in fridge
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Broken Capillaries Oil Treatment 2 tbsp Almond Oil 5 drops Cypress Oil 10 Drops Evening Primrose Oil 10 drops of Geranium Oil 20 drops of Parsley Oil

Mix all ingredients together in a pump action or bottle to combine Apply for 30 minutes before bed and wipe off with excess with a tissue Pimple Blaster

tsp Apple Cider Vinegar 1 drop Tea Tree essential oil

Soak a cottonwool ball in the apple cider vinegar and add drop of tea tree oil. Dab the cottonwool ball on the pimple and leave overnight
Diaper Rash Soothing Butter 1 oz Shea Butter

3 tbsp Jojoba Oil 2 drops Chamomile Oil 2 drops Lavender Oil

Blend together shea butter and jojoba in a blender until creamy Add essential oils and place in clean sterilized container Store in the fridge and apply at diaper change time to sore or dry areas
Soothing Aftersun Gel

5 tbsp Aloe Vera Gel 1 tbsp Glycerine 10 drops Lavender essential oil

Combine all ingredients together. Apply to sun affected area. Can also be used as a moisturizer for oily skin. Will keep for 1 month in the fridge
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Toner Skinspirations
Green Tea Toner Lemon Toner Lemon Lavender Toner Rosewater Toner Witchy Mint Toner Honey & Lavender Toner Anti Ageing Face Toner Acne Face Toner Vodka & Watermelon Toner Summertime refreshing Toner Basic Skin Toner ACV Toner Cucumber & Honey Toner

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Green Tea Toner 5 Green Tea Bags

cup chopped Chamomile 2 cups Mineral Water

Combine all ingredients into a pot and bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Apply with a cotton wool ball after cleansing Store in fridge for up to a week
Lemon Toner 1/2 cup lemon juice 1 cup distilled water 2/3 cup witch hazel Combine all ingredients then pour into a clean bottle Apply with a clean cotton ball. Shake well before using. Lemon Lavender Toner 3 drops lemon oil 3 drops lavender oil 3 tsp of distilled water

Combine all ingredients together Use a soft cotton ball to massage mixture into the skin after cleansing. .

Rosewater Toner 4 tablespoons Rose water 3.5 oz. (100 gm) Glycerine Mix all ingredients together You can keep this in the fridge for a few days

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Witchy Mint Toner 1 cup Witch hazel 1/4 cup White wine Vinegar 1/4 teaspoon Mint extract 5-6 fresh Mint leaves

Mix all the ingredients well and apply with cotton pads Honey & Lavender Toner

tsp Honey 5 tbsp Mineral Water, warmed 4 drops Lavender essential oil tsp Apple Cider Vinegar

Dissolve the honey in warm water. Add essential oil to apple cider vinegar Store in refrigerator for up to 6 months Shake well before use

Anti Aging Face Toner Recipe 4 oz Witch Hazel 5 drops Carrot Seed Oil 5 drops Patchouli

Mix all ingredients together in a plastic bottle

Apply with cotton wool to face

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Acne Face Toner Recipe

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4oz Witch Hazel 10 drops Tea Tree Essential Oil

Mix ingredients well in bottle. Shake before each Use. Apply to face with cotton ball after cleansing

Vodka & Watermelon Toner Recipe 2 tbsp fresh watermelon juice 1 tbsp vodka 2 tbsp witch hazel 2 tbsp distilled water

Strain the watermelon juice to get rid of seeds and fruit pieces. Combine all ingredients in small bowl and stir well. Pour the liquid into clean containers with tight-fitting lids. Pour a small amount on a clean cotton pad and apply it to your face. Store in fridge between uses to retain freshness. The toner will keep approximately one week.

Summertime Refreshing Toner 1/2 cup witch hazel 1/4 Green tea 1/4 cup lemon juice 5 drops natural vegetable glycerine 5 drops lavender essential oil
Shake all ingredients together in a small bottle. Just dab some on a cotton ball and gently wipe your face clean

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Basic Skin Toner 3 cups Distilled Water

cup Apple Cider Vinegar

Combine all ingredients together and pour into a clean bottle. Store in the bathroom

ACV Toner 4oz Apple Cider Vinegar 4oz Water 4 bags of Green Tea 1 bag of Chamomile Tea 10-15 drops of Tea Tree oil 10-15 drops of Jojoba oil Pour the Apple Cider Vinegar into the container of your choice. Heat the water to a boil, set aside and steep the tea bags in it for at least 30 minutes. When cool, remove tea bags and be sure to squeeze them (your own washed fingers work best) to get the trapped bit of tea liquid out. Add to the ACV. Add the Tea Tree oil and Jojoba oil. The 10-15 drops is just a basic amount... add more or less to your liking. Add some drops of Lemon essential oil to remove any vinegar smell Cucumber & Honey Toner 1 medium Cucumber, peeled and cubed 2 tsp Honey

Puree cucumber in a blender. Pour the cucumber puree through the sieve and let it stand for 15 minutes for the juices to drip into the bowl. Pour the clear juice into a clean bottle and add honey. Apply to face and neck and let air dry for 3-4 minutes Store in fridge for up to 1 week

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Pantry Skinspirations
Almond Facial Cleanser Chamomile Cleansing Milk Olive Oil & Honey Cleanser Honey Cleanser Cucumber Cleanser Lemon Cleanser Avocado Moisturizer for Acne Avocado Stone Massage Papaya Face Peel Natural Face Peel Fruity Alpha Hydroxy Acid Wrinkle Peel Facial Peel for Sensitive Skin Smoothing Anti Wrinkle Serum Avocado Wrinkle Cream Cucumber Anti Wrinkle Cream Anti Ageing Cream Kiwi Cleanser Fennel Cleanser Baking Soda Cleanser Strawberry Acne Cleanser Cornstarch & Glycerine Cleanser Oatmeal & Yoghurt Cleanser Apple Honey Cleanser Coconut & Vitamin E Cleanser Mango Magic Moisturizer Pomegranate Cleanser No Puff Potato Eye Cream Coconut Face Shine

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Almond Honey Facial Cleanser Recipe, Dry skin 1 tsp almond oil 2 tbsp whole milk 1 tsp honey Mix ingredients in a bowl. Apply to skin in a circular motion for 1-2 minutes Rinse with a warm cloth and water.

Chamomile Cleansing Milk (For Dry and Sensitive Skin) 1/4 cup cream 1/4 cup milk 2 Tbsp chamomile flowers, fresh or dried

Heat all ingredients in top of a double boiler for about 30 minutes, do not allow milk to boil. Turn off heat and let sit for about 2 hours, strain. Pour into a bottle and refrigerate. Keeps for 2 weeks.

Olive Oil and Honey Face Cleanser 1 tsp Olive oil, 1 tsp Honey 2 tsp Distilled Water Combine each of olive oil and honey and mix it with two teaspoons of distilled water. Apply this mixture evenly on the face and leave on for five minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry.

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Honey Cleanser 1 tbsp Honey

Oatmeal (grind to desired coarseness)

Mix honey with oatmeal to create a thick paste. Gently spread the mixture over your face and rinse with warm water .

Cucumber Face Cleanser Cucumber Juice Milk Puree a chunk of cucumber and extract the juice Mix juice with enough milk to cleanse your face Apply using cotton wool and then rinse face with warm water

Lemon Cleanser 1 tbsp corn meal 1 tbsp grated lemon zest 2 tbsp finely ground oats 1 tsp distilled water 1 tbsp lemon pulp 2 tbsp plain yogurt
Mix all ingredients Wet your face and then apply rubbing gently in a circular motion. Remove with warm damp cloth. Mixture can be kept in your refrigerator for a few weeks.

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Avocado Moisturizer for Acne/Oily Skin 1 tbsp honey Juice of lemon 3 tbsp Plain Yoghurt 1 Egg White, whipped

Mix all ingredients together and apply to face and leave fro 15 minutes Rinse with lukewarm water
Avocado Stone Massage 1 ripe Avocado + stone
Mash avocado and smooth over face. Use the avocado stone to gently massage face in upward circular motion. Relax for 10-15 minutes Rinse off with warm water

Papaya Face Peel 1 cup of Fresh Pineapple

cup Fresh Papaya 1 tbsp Honey

Puree pineapple and papaya together in a blender. Add homey and mix to create a paste. Apply to face and leave on for 20 minutes Rinse off with warm water

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Natural Face Peel 1 fresh Pineapple 2 tbsp Oatmeal 1 tbsp Olive Oil

Peel pineapple and then puree with papaya in a blender Add honey and mix to form a paste. Apply to face and leave for 20 minutes, then rinse Fruity Alpha Hydroxy Acid Wrinkle Peel 1 tbsp Strawberry juice 2 tbsp Orange Juice 1 tbsp Whole Milk

Mix all ingredients together and apply to face using a soft bristle brush Leave for 10-15 minutes, then rinse with warm water Moisturize Facial Peel for Sensitive Skins 1 small Cucumber 2 tsp Green Tea 2 tsp of Chamomile Tea 1 tbsp Aloe Vera Gel

Peel the cucumber, take out the seeds and cut it in pieces. Put these in a food processor and mash them well. Strain this through gauze and keep the juice for later

Boil some water and make 1/2 cup chamomile and 1/2 cup green tea. Let them stand for a few minutes and then strain them until you have 1/4 cup of each Then add the cucumber juice and aloe vera gel and mix it well Allow to cool before applying to face Leave for 20 minutes and rinse with warm water

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Smoothing & Anti Wrinkle Serum 1 tsp Honey 1 tsp Olive Oil

tsp Lemon Combine all ingredients together. Massage gently into skin and leave for 5-10 minutes. Rinse off with warm water
Avocado Wrinkle Cream

Avocado 5 drops Almond or Olive Oil Mash avocado together with oil and apply to face. Massage gently into skin and leave for 5-10 minutes. Rinse off with warm water
Cucumber Anti Wrinkle Cream

Cucumber, cubed 1 Egg White 2 tbsp Mayonnaise cup Olive/Wheat Germ or Avocado Oil Blend cucumber, including peel with all ingredients. Apply morning and evening and wipe off gently with tissues Will keep in fridge for 2 3 days

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Anti Ageing Cream 1 oz Glycerine 3 tbsp Honey 3 tbsp Wheat Germ Oil 1 oz Witch Hazel

oz Rose Water

Whisk all ingredients together until combined Pour into a clean sterilized container Can also be applied to lips and eyes Store at room temperature for up to a month
Kiwi Cleanser 1 Kiwi, peeled 2 tbsp Plain Yoghurt 1 tbsp Almond Oil 1 tbsp Honey 1 tbsp Almond Meal
Puree kiwi in a blender. Add all other ingredients to form a thick paste Apply to face and rinse with plenty of warm water Will keep 2-3 days in the fridge

Fennel Cleanser 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme 2 tsp Fennel Seeds

cup water lemon, juiced Pull thyme leaves from stem and crush fennel seeds Add water to a pan and bring to the boil, then add thyme and fennel. Add lemon juice and let steep for 20 minutes. Strain liquid and pour into bottle and leave to cool Refrigerate until ready to use

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Baking Soda Cleanser 1 tsp Baking Soda 1 tsp Plain Yoghurt

Combine ingredients together and apply to face Leave for 2 minutes, then massage gently before rinsing it off with warm water

Strawberry Acne Cleanser 1 strawberry 2 tbsp plain yogurt

Mash strawberry into yoghurt Apply to skin in a circular motion for 2 minutes. Rinse with a warm cloth and water. Great for oily skin as well.

Cornstarch & Glycerine Cleanser 2 .tbsp Cornstarch 2 tbsp Glycerine cup water

Mix ingredients until smooth and heat in a small double boiler pan. Heat until thick and clear; it will have the consistency of pudding, making sure it doesnt boil. Cool completely, Use in place of soap to cleanse your skin.

Oatmeal & Yoghurt Cleanser

cup oatmeal or cornmeal 2 tbsp of plain yogurt [enough to form a paste]

Mix ingredients, smooth over entire face avoiding eye area. Allow to sit for 10 min and rinse

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Apple Honey Cleanser for Acne/Oily skin 1 tbsp Apple Juice 2 tbsp Milk 1 tsp Honey Mix ingredients in a bowl. Apply to skin in a circular motion for 2 minutes Rinse with a warm cloth and water. Coconut & Vitamin E Eye Cream 1 tbsp Coconut Oil 2 x Vitamin E Capsules Pierce the vitamin e capsules and add to coconut oil. Massage gently around eye area in the mornings only Mango Magic Moisturizer I tbsp Mango flesh 1 tbsp Greek Yoghurt 1 tsp Oatmeal Combine all ingredients together. Apply to face after cleansing. Rinse off with warm water Pomegranate Cleanser

cup Pomegranate Juice cup Milk 1 tsp Baking Soda Combine all ingredients together. Place a small amount on a face cloth and gently wash your face and neck. Rinse off with warm water

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No Puff Potato Eye Cream 1 Potato (raw) 1 tsp Sour Cream/Yoghurt 1 tsp Castor Oil

Place the potato in a food processor and blend to a liquid puree. Take 1 tsp of the potato juice and add to sour cream/yoghurt and oil Apply gently to eye area Keep in fridge for 4 days Coconut Face Shine Coconut Oil Rosewater Hand towel Bowl of hot water

Spread the coconut oil over your face, massaging gently. Take a towel and dip it into the hot water, wring out and place on your face. Repeat 4-5 times, then rinse face with warm water Next place some rosewater on cotton wool and dab the face, to refresh and ensure all traces of oil are wiped off

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