1 Tbsp. organic coconut oil (this can be substituted for any oil or even butter (like Shea)

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1 Beauty by Carina Natural Beauty Recipes and Remedies. CARINA DESIREE BROOKS-KING summer 2010 Coconut Body Scrub 1 cup sea salt (regular will do if that's all you have) 1 Tbsp. organic coconut oil (this can be substituted for any oil or even butter (like Shea) Enough coconut milk to make the salts a little wet. I didn't measure the coconut milk but poured a couple of tablespoons or so into the mix. You'll get a nice wet-ish consistency. Set aside. Coconut Clay Body Mask 1 cup kaolin clay (this is the best for sensitive skin but you can use green clay too) 1 tsp. glycerin Enough coconut milk to make a nice thick paste. Preparation: 1

2 Bring both bowls into your bathroom. Since my bathroom is cold (weather isn't good right now), I brought in a small heater to heat it. Make sure the bathroom is really warm before you start. Stand in your tub and wet your body. Turn the shower off, and then use the scrub on your body using a circular motion, avoiding cuts/scrapes or freshly shaved areas. Do not use this on your face. Rinse, then pat dry. Spread the clay mask all over your body. This can be used on your face but I didn't do that. Sit in your dry tub for about 20 minutes until the mask starts to dry. I found that the parts where I was sitting, the mask didn't dry as well. If you have someone who can help, wrap yourself in a dollar-store clear shower curtain, then with warm towels and lay down. I just sat in the tub as is. Rinse the mask off, and then pat dry. Apply a nice lotion. Dry Skin Hand Lotion Place 3/4 cup almond oil, 1/3 cup coconut oil, 1 tsp. lanolin and 1/2 oz. of grated beeswax in the top of a double boiler. Heat until everything is melted. Remove from heat and allow it to cool. Mix together 2/3 cup of rose water, 1/3 cup of aloe Vera gel, 2 drops of rose essential oil and the oil from one capsule of vitamin E. Pour this into the first mixture and whip with a hand mixer until thickened and the consistency of mousse. Store in a container in a cool place. Beeswax Hand Lotion Heat 3 tbsp. of grated beeswax, 1 tbsp. of lanolin, 4 oz. of light sesame oil, 2 tbsp. of brewed chamomile tea, and 1 tbsp. of coconut oil, 1 tsp. honey and 1/8 tsp. of baking soda in a double 2

3 boiler until everything is melted. Stir to mix well and decant into a jar with a lid. Cool completely before use. Palm Oil Hand Lotion Put 3/4 cup of palm oil, 2 tsp. of stearic acid and 1 tsp. of emulsifying wax into a microwave-safe dish. Microwave until melted. In another heat-proof bowl, combine 1/2 cup of distilled water and 1/2 tsp. of borax. Microwave this until boiling and the borax is dissolved. Use an electric hand mixer to whip the oil mixture into the water mixture, pouring in the oil slowly while the mixer is running. Keep whipping until it is cool, and then add the oil from 2 vitamin E capsules and 10 drops of an essential oil for fragrance. Gardenia, ylang ylang and lavender are good choices. Allow the mixture to sit for several hours and it will thicken. Quick Moisturizing Olive Oil Hand Lotion Combine 1/4 cup of pure olive oil, 1/4 cup salt and 1/4 cup granulated sugar and mix well. Massage into hands and rinse off with warm water. Store in a tightly-closed container, and shake well before use. Things you ll need: 3

4 2 Cups Epsom Salt 1/4 cup petroleum jelly A few drops of scented oil A bowl to mix it in A bottle for storage or to give as gifts Gather ingredients. Fragrance can be found in many scents (strawberry, lavender, blueberry, etc.) at stores such as The Body Shop or a craft store. All you will need is a few drops so one bottle will last for a long time. Step 2 In a bowl, mix the Epsom salt, petroleum jelly, and the fragrance into a smooth, homogenous cream. Step 3 4

5 Fill the bottles of your choice with the mixture. Small squeeze bottles can be bought at craft stores or online. The bottles can be simple or more decretive. A great way to recycle is to reuse old lotion bottles. Step 4 If you are going to give some lotion away as gifts, think about tying a ribbon around the bottle or adding some other decoration. 5

6 1. Home Made Bath Salts for Natural Glow Home Made Milk Bath Salt Ingredients: 2 cups of powdered milk 1 cup of cornstarch Instruction: Blend together 2 cups of powdered milk with 1 cup of cornstarch. Then add approximately 10 drops of the essence oil of your choice for Fragrance. You can store this mixture in a non-porous container for About 1 week. Romantic Bath Salts Ingredients: 2 cups Epsom salts 1 cup Sea salt 10 drops red 6

7 10 drops of sandalwood essential oil 5 drops of ylang ylang essential oil 10 drops of rose essential oil Instruction: In a large bowl mix salts first, and then adds the other ingredients Slowly. Then add 3-4 tablespoons to hot running bath water. Honey and Milk Bath Recipe Ingredients: 1/4 cup honey Instructions: Add ingredients to running hot bath water. Honey and milk will Soothe, soften, and moisturize your skin. 7

8 Uplifting Bath Salts Ingredients: 2 cups Epsom salt 1 cup Sea salt Food coloring (4 drops red, 6 drops yellow) 8 drops of orange essential oil 6 drops of neroli essential oil 6 drops of lavender essential oil 3 drops of lemon essential oil Instruction: Mix salts in a large bowl and then add the other ingredients slowly. Then add 3-4 tablespoons to hot running bath water. This bath salt Will surely uplift your spirit. 8

9 Energizing Bath Salts Ingredients: 2 cups Epsom salts 1 cup Sea salt 6 drops eucalyptus oil 10 drops green food coloring, 5 drops blue 10 drops rosemary oil 15 drops peppermint oil Instruction: Mix salts in a large bowl and then add the other ingredients slowly. Then add 3-4 tablespoons to hot running bath water. This bath salt Will surely energizes you with freshness. 9

10 2. Natural Hair Conditioners and Shampoos Home Made Hair Sprays 10

11 Ingredients: 1 lemon or orange Water Instruction: Chop one lemon into four pieces. If you have dry hair, you can Do the same with an orange. Place the lemon or orange in a pot With 2 cups water. Boil until half of the initial amount of water Remains. Cool, strain, and place in a spray bottle. Note: Store it in the refrigerator. You can also add one ounce of Rubbing alcohol as a preservative. Doing this will allow you to Keep the spray for two weeks un-refrigerated. If you find the Hairspray too sticky, just add more water. Home Made Hair Conditioner Ingredients: 3-4 tablespoons of Yogurt Lemon Coconut Oil 11

12 Egg White Beaten Mashed soft banana Hair henna Instruction: Mix all the ingredients and apply on your hair for about 15 Minutes to 30 minutes depending upon the amount of Conditioning required. Make sure that you have covered the Roots and the tips. Wash well with water and if wanted shampoo As you usually do. An instant shine and freshness is seen in your Natural Dandruff Treatment Ingredients: 1/2 cup Water 1/2 cup of White Vinegar Instruction: Add both the ingredients together and then apply directly to the Scalp. Use before shampoo. For better result, apply it twice a 12

13 week. Home Made Anti Dandruff Formula Ingredients: 2 tablespoons cornmeal 1/2 cup grape seed oil 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1 plastic bag that will fit over your hair Instruction: Pour the grape seed oil into a bowl, and add the cornmeal and vinegar. Stir well to make pasty oil. Firstly rinse hair with warm water. Massage the oil into the scalp using your fingertips in a circular motion gently. Repeat until the entire scalp has been Massaged. Now place a plastic bag over your hair, secure with a Hair clip or clothespin, and allow oil to remain on for at least 1/2 hour. Finally rinse well, with shampoo as you normally Would. 13

14 3. Home Made Soaps for Soft and Smooth Skin Rose Petals Soap Ingredients: 1/2 cup of clear glycerin soap base Rose petals 20 drops of scent of your choice Instruction: Melt about 1/2 cup of clear glycerin soap base. When melted, Add approximately 20 drops of scent (for better fragrance, add Rose Garden fragrance). Using a pair of tweezers, dip rose Petals in the melted glycerin soap. Dip one at a time, shaking Off the excess soap, and place the petal on waxed paper to dry. As they start to dry, gently turn them over to keep them from Getting a glob of soap underneath them. Home Made Soap for Natural Glow 14

15 Ingredients: Bars of natural fragrance or color free soap Essential oil Food coloring Oats Almond oil Vitamin E oil Instruction: Grate soap in a blender and boil a pot of water and put a glass Bowl over the pot. Add some almond oil into the bowl and then Add soap into the bowl. Take the water from the pot and add it Into the bowl until soap changes into paste. Add oils, color, and Vitamin E as desired. Let cool in molds of your choice. Air out On wax paper for a day or two. 4. Natural Facial Masks Recipes Apple or Carrot Facial Mask Recipe Ingredients: 15

16 1 apple or a large carrot Honey Instruction: Grate an apple finely and then add about 4 tablespoons of Honey. Mix it well apply the mask to your face wait 10 minutes And rinse. This recipe works very well for oily skins. If your Skin is not oily you can substitute raw carrots for the apple. I Tend to use the apples most of the time but if I am having an Acne problem I use carrots for my facial mask that week. Facial Mask Recipes for Normal combination, oily and Blemished skin Ingredients: 1 egg white 1/2 cup cooked instant oatmeal 1 teaspoon olive oil Few drops of lemon juice Instruction: 16

17 Mix one egg white, 1/2 cup cooked instant oatmeal, a teaspoon Olive oil and a few drop of lemon juice until smooth. Spread On your face and neck, leave on for min then rinse with Lukewarm water. Few drops lemon juice will help to reduce Blackheads while egg white will leave your skin feel tight After this mask application. Banana, Yogurt and Honey Facial Mask Ingredients: 1/2 banana 2 tablespoons yogurt 1 tablespoon honey Instruction: Mash the banana with a fork then mix in honey and yogurt. Apply To your face evenly. Leave it on for minutes. Rinse off with Cool water and get soft and smooth skin. 17

18 Orange and Yogurt Facial Mask Ingredients: 1 tablespoon plain yogurt Juice of 1/4 of an orange Instruction: Mash the above ingredients properly and apply on your face Gently. The sensation is both cool and relaxing. Leave on for a Five minutes and then rinse. If you are feeling sluggish, this is the Perfect mask for you. The yogurt will cleanse and nourish. Bliss Facial Massage Protocol 18

19 You can add essential oils for extra therapeutic benefits. Mix 5 drops TOTAL to your base oil and blend together. Make your blend from one essential oil or a combination of the following; Dry skin; chamomile, lavender, peppermint, rosemary. Oily skin; basil, eucalyptus, lemongrass, ylang ylang. Normal skin; rose, geranium, neroli." You will need a base oil of cold pressed vegetable oil. About 1 teaspoon in small clean bowl will be sufficient for a single massage. Pour your oil or oil blend into the palm of your hand. Rub your hands together and apply all over your face and neck. The facial massage technique Forehead Begin in the middle of the forehead making small circular movements out towards the temples. Repeat 5 times. 19

20 Eyes From your temples, glide your index fingers over your brow and circle your eye sockets. The pressure should be very light. Repeat twice. Nose Slide your fingers down each side of your nose to the tip and up again. Repeat 5 times. End at the top of the mouth. Mouth Use your index and middle fingers and start at the chin, gently massage in a circular and upward motion around the mouth and lips. Bring the massage motion to the top of the mouth, under the nostrils. Repeat 5 times. Cheeks In a circular motion, massage outward from your chin to your earlobes, from the corners of your mouth to the middle of your ears and from your nostrils to your temples. Repeat twice covering the whole area of the cheek. Chin Beginning on your right where the jaw meets your ear. Using your thumb and index finger, gently slide across the jaw to your chin. Massage back to the starting point with circular motions. Repeat on the left side. Repeat 3 times each side. 20

21 Neck Beginning at the back of the neck, massage upwards to the head with small circular motions. Repeat 5 times. Come around to the front of the neck and gently stroke upwards from the collarbone to the base of the chin. Repeat 3 times. Blissed Out Facial This is a deep cleansing homemade facial treatment that can be performed on all skin types ideally every 3 weeks. You can miss steps according to the time you have. All of the quantities below are enough for one application, if you are swapping a homemade facial treatment with a friend, double the amounts. Recipes for your homemade facial treatment are best made fresh; don t keep for longer than a day or two in the fridge. As with all skin care it is best to do a sensitivity test first. If you have an allergy to a certain food, don t use it in your preparations. Choose an alternative. 21

22 The Steps Step 1 Steam Herbal Step 2 Cleanse Cookies and Milk Skin Polish Step 3 Mask with eye compress Honey Mask Step 4 Tone Step 5 Moisturize & Massage 22

23 Step 1 Steam Steam your face to encourage the removal of wastes, improve skin hydration and loosen dead skin cells. Note: Do not steam your face if you have broken veins, inflammation, sunburn or hypersensitive skin. Ingredients 2 liters of water 2 tablespoons of dried herbs (or 4 tablespoons of fresh) Method Rinse your face and leave it a little damp. 23

24 Add your herbs and water to a pot. Cover the pot with the lid. Bring to the boil and simmer for 3-4 minutes. Turn off the heat and remove pot from the stove. Remove the lid. Tie your hair up and cover your head and the pot with a towel. Keep your face 30cm (approx. 12 inches) away from the water (more if you have delicate skin). Steam your face for up to 10 minutes. After steaming wipe your face with a cloth. 24

25 Step 2 Cleanse Cleanse your face with Cookies and Milk to remove impurities and dead skin. Ingredients 2 teaspoons of oatmeal 2 teaspoons dried milk 1 teaspoon powdered cinnamon Enough water to make a paste 25

26 Method Mix all ingredients together. Apply to face in small circular motions. Rinse face thoroughly with warm water. Step 3 Mask Relax with a mask and eye compress. Ingredients 2 slices of cucumber 26

27 2 tablespoons of honey 2 teaspoons of milk Method Combine honey and milk, stirring until completely combined. Apply to face and throat. Take the cucumber and place one on each eye. Lie down for 10 minutes. Remove cucumber and rinse off mask with warm water. 27

28 Step 4 Tone Tone your skin with a refreshing cucumber tonic to cool, soothe and refresh the skin as well as remove any remains from the previous treatments. Ingredients 1/3 of a cucumber (peeled) Cotton balls Method Juice the cucumber. 28

29 Strain the juice into a clean container. (Make this up to a day beforehand and keep it in the fridge so that it is nice and cool when you use it). Smooth it over your face and throat with clean cotton balls. Step 5 Moisturize and Massage Moisturize your skin by massaging your face with facial oil. Ingredients "Using facial oil will nourish your skin with essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. It won t clog your skin or make it more oily, in fact; it can help restore balance to an overly oily skin." ½ to 1 teaspoon of cold pressed vegetable oil 29

30 Good choices are; jojoba (light), sweet almond (medium), olive oil (heavy). Method Brown Sugar Facial Scrub 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar 1/2 cup sweet almond oil* 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1 tablespoon ground oatmeal 1 teaspoon nutmeg Large pinch calendula petals* Mix all together and put in jar with tight lid. 30

31 Equal parts sugar and virgin olive oil. It's wonderful!! Baking Soda/Aspirin Acne Scrub A gentle scrub is baking soda. If you want acne to be fixed, try uncoated aspirin (usually can find at dollar stores), a few in the hand with a few drops of warm water. Rub on your face. If you have time, use some honey (preferably local and fresh) with a few aspirin (dilute with a drop or two of water to dissolve), rub on face and leave around 10 minutes, wash off. Smooth and clean! Natural Scrubs #1) Mix finely ground Cornmeal with Vinegar (apple cider works best) 31

32 #2) Sugars (that's it, plain old Sugar!) Sugar works great, stay away from it if you're prone to acne or fungus because it can cause bacteria or fungus to grow if it's not washed off completely. You can add baby oil to sugar (or salt) if you like for added moisturizing. For even more moisturizing you can add a mashed avocado BATH COOKIES 2 cups sea salt -- finely ground 1/2 cup baking soda 1/2 cup cornstarch 2 Tablespoons light oil 1 teaspoon vitamin E oil 2 eggs 6 drops essential oil (scented quality oils) 32

33 Mix all together and cut out with decorative cookie cutters. Bake at 350 for minutes. Do not over bake. Allow to cool completely and store in decorative containers. Place on tag: Use 1-2 "cookies" per bath. Turn lights low and relax ashed up avocado. SKIN SCRUBBING GRAINS & CREAMS Grains 1 c Dried orange and lemon peel 1 c cooked oatmeal 1 c Blanched almonds Cream 1/2 c Uncooked oatmeal 1 T Honey 1 T Cider vinegar 33

34 1 t Ground almonds ** Only for firm, young, resilient skin. If your skin feels especially fragile, use one of the gentle fruit masks such as APPLE MASK FOR NORMAL SKIN or STRAWBERRY FRUIT MASK instead. Oatmeal Citrus Scrubbing Grains: Place peels, oats, and almonds in food processor and whirl until mixture is a fine powder. Store in an attractive container near the bathroom sink and use a tiny portion as needed. To Use: Place as bit in the palm of your hand and moisten with a few drops of warm water. Rub paste onto face with a gentle circular and upward motion. Rinse with tepid water and pat dry. IDEA: Consider storing this scrub in one of the big shakers meant for the kitchen and keep it handy at the bathroom sink. Oatmeal Honey Scrubbing Cream: 34

35 Combine all in a glass or enamel bowl. To Use: Steam faces or lays warm washcloth on face for 1 min. Apply mixture to your face being careful to avoid the sensitive area around eyes. Let dry on skin completely. If your skin is young and firm, you can gently rub dried mixture off with a clean terry washcloth or towel. Lean over sink and rub face in brisk but gentle circles with the cloth. Rinse with warm water, pat dry and apply one of the FRESH FACIAL CREAMS TONING & SOOTHING MASKS Avocado Honey Mask 1 lg Avocado 1 T Honey 35

36 Peel and slice avocado. Puree with honey. Pat it gently to the face and continue patting until the mask feels extremely tacky to the touch. Relax and leave the mask on mins. Rinse with warm water Herbal Astringent for Oily Skin 1 ounce Chamomile 3 Tablespoons Witch hazel 1/2 teaspoon Cider vinegar 1 ounce Peppermint extract 8 ounces Water Few drops of peppermint extract 1/4 teaspoon Boric acid -- optional Boil chamomile, witch hazel, vinegar, peppermint and water. Cool and strain. Add remaining ingredients in a spray bottle and shake. Keep refrigerated. 36

37 Dissolving Bath Oil 1/4 c Sweet almond oil 24 dr Fragrance oil concentrate 2 T Gum Arabic 2 c Distilled water The gum Arabic acts to blend oil and water so it doesn't separate in the tub HERBAL BATHS 37

38 1 Cup Oatmeal Tablespoon of Herbs 1 Drop essential oil Mix oatmeal, herbs and oil and fill bath bags with mixture. Oatmeal is used because it is a natural skin softener and cleanser. STIMULATING BATHS: basil, bay, calendula, citronella, fennel horseradish roots, lavender, lemon verbena, lovage root, marjoram, mint, nettle, pine needles, queen of the meadow, sage, rosemary, savory, thyme, vetiver root. SOOTHING BATHS: catnip, chamomile, comfrey, elder, primrose, hyssop, jasmine, juniper berries, lemon balm, linden flowers, marshmallow root, maillot, mullein, passionflower flowers, roses, slippery elm inner bark, tansy, violet, Valerian root, vervain (whole plant) BODY SCRUB 38

39 2 oz. Apricot kernel oil 1 oz. Sunflower oil 1 oz. Jojoba oil 1 oz. Rice bran or oat bran 6 Drops essential oil of Lavender or rosemary Heat plant oils together. Mix in bran and essential oils. Stand on a large towel and gently rub mixture into the skin in small, circular motions. Work from the toes to the neck, avoiding the face. Rinse in a lukewarm shower, without soap. Give a blast of cold water and towel dry Honey and Almond Scrub 1/2 Cold cream -- small jar 39

40 1 Tablespoon Honey Slivered almonds Yeast/Lemon Juice Mask You just mix a bit of active dry yeast and some fresh lemon juice, enough to make a paste. Spread the paste on your face and allow it to dry, and then rinse with a warm washcloth. This recipe exfoliates, clears pores, and dries acne without drying out your skin. If you have pimples that are particularly stubborn, you can apply a bit of the yeast and lemon juice mixture to the problem area and leave it on overnight. Milk and Honey Pedicure Fill a footbath with water. Add honey to hot water. Use sugar as an exfoliate. Add 1 cup whole milk and a drop of almond oil for moisture. Soak for 15 minutes. Buttermilk Soak 40

41 Buttermilk is an excellent skin conditioner and mild exfoliate. 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup warm water 1 tsp. almond or mint oil Combine ingredients with whisk or fork. Soak feet for minutes. Rinse. Lotions and Smoothers Almond Lotion (Makes 8 Ounces) 1/8 tsp. borax 1/4 cup distilled water 1/2 cup almond oil 1 Tbsp. grated beeswax Combine borax and distilled water and set aside. Heat almond oil and beeswax together until beeswax is almost melted. Remove from heat and stir. Heat borax water to almost boiling. Slowly pour water into the heated oils while stirring with a wire whisk or a mixer. Once the 41

42 water is completely mixed into the oils, allow the mixture to cool. If you would like, you could a drop of an essential oil of your choice to add fragrance. Banana foot lotion 2 bananas 1/2 cup honey 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup butter Mix ingredients. Spread all over feet, then cover feet with socks and go to sleep. Rinse the next morning. For a quick on the go alternative: Place a drop of vitamin E oil on every toe before bed and gently massage in. Athlete's Foot Disinfectant Solution 1 bulb of garlic 1/2 cup of vinegar Garlic is a natural anti-fungal and also makes a good moisturizer while the vinegar removes dry skin buildup. Take a bulb of garlic and carefully cut off the top, exposing the ends of the garlic cloves. Roast the entire bulb in the oven at 400 degrees for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven 42

43 and let cool. Peel off the garlic skin and place soft cloves in a bowl. Mash with a fork and combine with vinegar. Athlete's Foot Disinfectant Oil 2 cups olive oil 10 peeled and pressed garlic cloves 1 cup of (lotion or scented oil) Put the pressed garlic and olive oil in a pot and cook over low heat (do not boil) for one hour. Let the mixture cool and add the (lotion). Of course before you add the lotion you could place some on a baguette just for good measure. Once you have mixed your cooled ingredients, rub the mixture all of your feet. Not only with this combo put essential oils back into your feet, the garlic acts as a natural anti-fungal and antibiotic to prevent athlete's foot. Peppermint Foot Gel What feels better on tired feet than peppermint? 2 Tbsp. aloe Vera gel 1/2 Tbsp. peppermint oil Avocado Smoother 43

44 1/2 avocado 1 cup of mayonnaise Squeeze of lemon Cut the avocado in half. Remove the pit and place it aside. Place 1/2 of the avocado in the fridge making sure to wrap it up. Place the other half in a salad and enjoy. Let the pit dry out for a day or two and then mash it up by hand or with a blender. It should break up in small pieces. Mix the avocado pit with the 1/2 that was in the fridge along with the mayo and squeeze of lemon. As good as this may sound to eat, it's for your feet. Avocado helps to prevent calluses while the mayo is an excellent conditioner. For extra medicine, add a beaten egg. Fruit Super-Smoother 3-5 strawberries 1 egg 1/4 cup of cream or milk Place all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth. Massage onto clean feet for 3-4 minutes. Rinse with warm water. Tropical Smoother 44

45 1/2 ripe papaya 3 Tbsp. of cocoa butter 1 egg The papaya exfoliates while egg and cocoa butter moisturize for super-soft feet. Melt the butter in a saucepan and let cool. Mash up papaya in a bowl and then mix in egg and butter. Have a loved one massage into your feet and enjoy. Massage into tired feet until absorbed. Scrubs and Cleansers Quaker's Foot Scrub 2 tablespoons oatmeal 2 tablespoons cornmeal 2 tablespoons wheat germ A light exfoliating paste, perfect for tired feet. Mix ingredients. Use as needed by grabbing a handful of the mixture and adding a splash of water no bowl necessary. Massage feet with paste for 2-3 minutes, adding water as needed. Rinse feet with warm water and slather on your favorite lotion. Your feet will feel smooth as silk. 45

46 Note: Store mixture in a sealed container. Keep refrigerated. California Foot Smoothie 1 banana 1 cup of plain yogurt 1/2 cup of orange juice Blend ingredients until smooth. As tempting as this is to drink, the astringent qualities of the bananas and O.J. added to the yogurt for moisturizing make a super California lather. Make a double batch for breakfast too. On The Run Instant Exfoliator Combine table salt and liquid hand soap or mix lotion and sugar to exfoliate and help circulation. Sandy Beaches Scrub 1 handful of sand 1 cup of olive oil 46

47 1 squeeze of lemon Sand (any sand will do) is an excellent exfoliator and the olive oil will super-soften your soles. Mix ingredients in a bowl with a fork and massage into feet. Rinse. Apple Avocado Smoother 1/2 avocado 1 cup of grapefruit juice 1/2 apple The apple exfoliates. The avocado moisturizes. The grapefruit juice acts as an astringent. Mash the apple and mix them all together in a bowl and let your feet take a vacation as your slather them with this scrub. Wake Up Call Scrub 1/2 cup of oats 1/2 apple, diced 1/2 cup of honey 47

48 Combine ingredients in bowl and mix with hands. Massage fruity goo onto feet and leave on for 2-3 minutes. kin Cleanser (For all skin types) 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1 Tbsp. sunflower oil 1 1/2 tsp. fresh lemon juice Mix all ingredients together and place in a sealed container. Store in the refrigerator. Use 1 tsp. morning and night to cleanse face. Facial Cleansing Gel (For all skin types) Add 2 tsp. flax seeds to a saucepan containing 1 1/2 cups of distilled water or herbal infusion. Bring to a boil and simmer gently for 15 minutes, stirring to prevent sticking. Remove from heat and cool. The mixture should thicken into a gel. Strain. To use, add enough finely ground oatmeal to the gel to make a smooth paste. Rub over the face and neck, leave a few minutes, and then rinse with warm water (not hot!) Steam Your Face 48

49 The next step is to steam the face. Pour hot boiling water into a bowl and tent your head over the bowl. Dry herbs like peppermint or lavender can be added to the bowl for the rejuvenating properties (peppermint) or calming effect (lavender). Your next step is a face mask. Again, no need for expensive products, just a trip to the local grocery. Herbal Facial Mask (Cleans and tightens pores) 1 Tbsp. honey 1 egg 1 tsp. crumbled dried chamomile flowers 1 tsp. finely chopped fresh mint Mix all ingredients in a small bowl. Apply the mixture to your face and neck. Let dry (10-15 minutes) and rinse off with warm water. Oatmeal Face Mask 1/2 cup of oatmeal 49

50 1 smashed avocado 1/3 cup of honey In a bowl mix smashed avocado with the honey, then continuously add oatmeal. When all ingredients are mixed well apply to face and relax. After minutes, wash off with warm water. Do this once a week or when you desire relaxation. You won't believe the difference! Orange Yogurt Mask 1 tsp. plain yogurt The juice of 1/4 of an orange Stir to mix and then dip fingers into mixture and smooth onto face. The sensation is both cool and relaxing. Leave on for a five minutes and then rinse. If you are feeling sluggish, this is the perfect mask for you. *Yogurt will cleanse and nourish *The orange is full of Vitamin C and AHA's Peel-Off Mask Recipe This mask will peel off your blackheads and tighten your skin. It is very strong, so those with sensitive skin may want to rinse this off instead of peeling it off. Do not use if you have acne. 50

51 1 tablespoon of unflavored gelatin 1 1/2 tablespoons of cold milk 1 egg white Vitamin E Oil (breaks open a capsule, or buys in a bottle) In a small pan mix the unflavored gelatin and the cold milk. Stir until melted over a very low flame. Once melted, remove from heat and let the gelatin mixture cool slightly. Then add one egg white. Mix until smooth, and when cool enough to touch, apply evenly over face. Do not apply on or directly under, your eyes or on your upper lip. Apply quickly before mixture hardens in pan. Apply enough to cover your skin but not too thickly. Lie on the couch and let it dry completely, about 30 minutes. Once dry, lift up a corner under your chin and peel off lightly in an upward motion. This will really tingle. Rinse face with lukewarm water and apply vitamin E. Tip: The vitamin E is for moisture. If you prefer, you can use your favorite moisturizer on your face instead. Prune Porridge This mask sounds and looks disgusting but is very soothing and good for a face tormented by sore underground pimples. 51

52 Pour 1/2 cup boiling water over 2 dried prunes in a bowl and leave until soft. Mash prunes. Use any leftover prune water in cooking about 1/2 cup oatmeal. Mix oatmeal with mashed prunes and enough honey to make a sticky mash that will adhere to the face. Apply while still warm (but not hot), leave 20 minutes and rinse off with warm water. Toner for Your Face Your last step is to apply a toner to your face. Then you will have a clean palette to apply your special makeup. Here are some great recipes for them. Astringent 3 tsp. lemon extract Juice of one lime 1/2 cup rubbing alcohol Combine ingredients in a small bowl. Transfer to a jar and shake well. Store in the refrigerator. Tightens your pores, refreshes your skin, and helps remove oils from skin. Citrus Astringent 52

53 1/2 thinly sliced lemon 1/2 thinly sliced orange 3/4 cup ethanol alcohol Combine lemon, orange, and alcohol in a blender and mix until fruits are pulverized. Strain liquid into a jar using a small strainer or cheesecloth. Tightens your pores, refreshes your skin, and helps remove oils from skin. Will keep 6 months refrigerated. Yield, 3/4 cup. Basic Toner 3 cups distilled water 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar Mix water and vinegar. Pour into a clean decanter and store in bathroom. Use daily after washing face by putting on a clean cotton ball or gauze and wiping face. BE CAREFUL NOT TO GET INTO EYES! Chamomile Astringent 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint (or 2 tbsp. dried) 53

54 2 tbsp. dried chamomile flowers, crushed 4 cups water Combine ingredients in a small saucepan. Boil for 10 minutes, then remove from heat and allow too steep for 5 minutes. Strain liquid into a jar, cover and refrigerate. Will keep 2 weeks refrigerated. Apply with cotton balls to skin. Especially good for very oily skin. Chamomile Fields Shampoo This shampoo smells similar to apples. It has antifungal and antibacterial properties. Either annual (Matric aria recutica) or perennial Roman Chamomile (Anthemis nobilis) species can be used. 4 bags of Chamomile tea (or 1 handful of fresh Chamomile flowers) 4 Tbsp. pure soap flakes 1 1/2 tablespoons glycerin Let the tea bags steep in 1 1/2 cups of boiled water for 10 minutes. Remove the tea bags and with the remaining liquid add the soap flakes. Let stand until the soap softens. Stir in glycerin until mixture is well blended. Pour into a bottle. Keep in a dark, cool place. Soap wart Shampoo 54

55 Suitable for all hair types Soap wart: Saponaria officinalis contains saponins which is similar to soap. It lathers when agitated. Most health food stores carry this. Lemon Verbena: for a citrus fragrance Catnip: promotes healthy hair growth 2 cups water 1 1/2 Tbsp. dried soapwort root (chopped) 2 tsp. Lemon Verbena or 2 tsp. Catnip Bring water to a boil add soapwort and simmer, cover for about 20 minutes. Remove from heat, add herb then allow mixture to cool. Strain the mixture keeping the liquid. Pour into a bottle. Makes enough for 6-7 shampoos. Must be used within 8-10 days. Store in a cool dark place. Yucca Shampoo Native American tribes in the Southwest have used Yucca to prevent hair loss and dandruff. The Yucca plant contains a substance called saponin which is a natural detergent. It is the saponin found in the Yucca Plant that creates foamy suds when agitated in water. Yucca is 55

56 commonly found in the U.S. Southwest or Mexico. It's all in the root of the Yucca. To make your own version of Yucca Shampoo, look for fresh young Yucca plants. Cut off a piece of the root and peel the brown off of the root until you have exposed the white root inside. Once clean, take a hammer and smash the Yucca root until it breaks in pieces. Wet the Yucca root, while holding the root over a basin of warm water; rub the root like a bar of soap to get mounds of lather from it. Wash your hair with the lather for a few minutes, gently massaging the scalp. Rinse very well in warm water making sure that no Yucca pieces remain in your hair. Natural Egg Shampoo 1 egg 1 tsp. olive oil 1 tsp. lemon juice 1 Tbsp. castile soap or mild unscented shampoo 1/2 cup water Combine all ingredients in a blender and whip until smooth. Use shampoo immediately. Herbal Secret Shampoo 56

57 Don't except mountains of soapy lather from this shampoo, it has gentle cleaning power. To customize this recipes for different hair colors, do the following: For blonde hair, double the chamomile and omit the sage; for dark hair, double the sage and omit the chamomile; for Red hair, add cranberry juice and omit chamomile and sage; for oily hair, add 1/2 cup of lemon peel; and for dry hair, increase the marigold to 1/2 cup. Try to use fresh leaves if possible (2 Tbsp. dry herb equals about 6-8 leaves fresh). 1 Tbsp. sage 1 Tbsp. rosemary 1 Tbsp. nettle 1 Tbsp. peppermint 2 Tbsp. red clover 2 Tbsp. chamomile 1/4 cup orange peel 1/4 cup marigold flowers 1/4 cup birch buds and leaves 1 Tbsp. orrisroot 5 cups water 3/4 cup castile soap 57

58 2 Tbsp. aloe gel Few drops essential oil In medium pan, stir the water and spices and herbs and simmer for 15 minutes. Cover and let seep for about 30 minutes. Strain the liquid. In a blender, add 1 cup of the herb liquid with the aloe gel and blend on low speed until smooth. In a glass bowl, blend the soap and the remaining liquid. Whip with a wire whisk until smooth and frothy, and then add the liquid from the blender. Pour the mixture into containers of your choice and add the scent last, a few drops to each container. Shake to disperse the scent Shampoo will last for 1-2 months if kept in a cool dry place. Clarifying Shampoo An inexpensive way to clarify your hair is to use your usual shampoo. During the first lather, take a handful of baking soda and work it into the lather thoroughly. Let it set for a few minutes, depending on how much styling buildup you have on your hair. Rinse and shampoo again without baking soda, then condition. The baking soda makes an excellent chelating aid. It is also advisable to clarify at least every two weeks to remove product buildup. Always clarify before doing a deep conditioning treatment. Otherwise, you will be conditioning over product buildup which really won't be beneficial. Chelating also removes traces of prescription drugs that build up in your hair. Rinses 58

59 The next step is to rinse your hair and there are many options to this. You can choose one to highlight your hair color or for your hair type, the choice is yours. A cold water rinse is also very good for the hair and leaves it bright and shiny. For Light Hair 2 cups white vinegar 2 cups water 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup chamomile leaves Combine the ingredients and let boil for 15 minutes, Strain and cool and store in a tightly capped bottle. For Dark Hair 2 cups malt or red wine vinegar 2 cups water 1/4 cup sage 59

60 Combine ingredients in pan and boil for 15 minutes and store in tightly capped bottle. For Red Hair 1 cup dark berry juice (any kind will do) 1/2 cup rose hips 1/2 cup cloves 1/4 cup strong black coffee Mix all ingredients. Distribute evenly throughout your hair. There will definitely be some left over, but put in as much of the mixture as your hair can hold. Leave on for 10 minutes, and then rinse thoroughly with warm water and let dry. This will keep red hair vibrant and never dull. For Damaged Hair 1/4 cup sea kelp 1 cup either lemon or sage rinse Combine the kelp and rinse in pint or quart size jar, putting lid on lightly and shake. Apply generously to freshly shampooed hair, leave on twenty minutes and then rinse thoroughly. For Normal Hair 60

61 1/2 cup white vinegar 1/2 cup water 2 Tbsp. rosemary 2 Tbsp. red clover 2 Tbsp. nettle Combine all ingredients and boil to a rolling boil. Decrease heat and let simmer for 15 minutes. Cover and let seep for thirty minutes. Strain and bottle into glass or plastic container. Apple Cider Softness 1-2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar 3 cups distilled water Pour over your hair as the final rinse. It will leave your hair feeling soft. Good for all hair types. Green Tea Rinse 2 bags green tea 2 cups boiling water make green tea as if you were going to drink it. Steep for at least 30 minutes. Cool and then rinse hair for smooth and shiny hair. Dandruff Control Rinse 1 cup cider vinegar 6 aspirins crushed 61

62 1/4 cup witch hazel Mix all the ingredients in glass container and shake. After shampooing, apply rinse and let sit for 10 minutes while massaging then rinse with again with warm water. Conditioners For everyday conditioning try one of these wonderful conditioners. Lavender-and-Rosemary Scalp Treatment 2 tsp. vodka 2 Tbsp. water 6 drops essential oil of rosemary 10 drops essential oil of lavender 4 drops essential oil of rose geranium Mix ingredients together (makes enough for several treatments). Bottle and shake. Massage a small amount onto the scalp (hair may be dry or damp). Do not rinse. Towel dry. Alcohol and herbal oils invigorate and stimulate the scalp while adding fresh fragrance to the hair. High Protein Scalp Conditioner 62

63 This high-protein, all-natural hair conditioner will help to dislodge any debris or pollution that may be clogging the tiny openings in your scalp. This conditioner will open the tiny openings for better passage of nutrients into your hair. This scalp conditioner also enriches the hair, helping to make it stronger and more lustrous. Blend together, preferably in an electric blender: 1 cup fresh skimmed milk 1 egg yolk (separated from the egg white) 2 capsules of wheat germ oil contents (you may have to open up capsules and squeeze the contents out) 1 Tbsp. of fresh wheat germ The contents of 1 Tbsp. of lecithin granules (you may need to open capsules) 1 Tbsp. natural wheat bran (available in bulk also) Note: You may find all of the above ingredients at a health food store. It is unlikely that your local grocery store will carry most of the ingredients other than the milk and eggs. Slowly and firmly massage the mixture into your scalp. Leave the mixture on for about 10 minutes. If you cover your head with a shower cap or you drape a towel around your head and 63

64 lie on a slant board while the conditioner does its work, you will benefit even more because of the gravity effect. After 10 minutes, thoroughly rinse the conditioner from your hair with warm (not hot) water. Follow with your usual shampoo and conditioner. Egg Conditioner 1 tsp. baby oil 1 egg yolk 1 cup water Beat the egg yolk until it's frothy, add the oil then beat again. Add to the water. Massage into the scalp and throughout your hair. Rinse well. Herbal Scalp Tonic 1/4 cup Distilled water 1/8 cup Witch hazel water 1 Tbsp. Burdock Tincture 1/4 tsp. Vitamin C (Powered Vitamin C can be bought a health food store) 64

65 1/4 tsp. Vitamin E acetate 5 drops Lemon essential oil Mix all of the ingredients in a glass jar with a tight fitting lid and shake. Apply and leave on 15 minutes with head wrapped. Rinse with warm water. Deep Conditioning Now it's time for a deep conditioning and I bet you're wondering when the brand-new paint brush would come into play. Well, here it is. This is what you apply the deep conditioning pastes with. Banana Hair Mask 1 organic ripened banana 2 Tbsp. plain organic yogurt 2 tsp. organic wheat germ oil 1/4 tsp. of lecithin 1/8 tsp. of organic honey 2 tsp. of sweetened condensed milk 65

66 2-4 drops of ylang ylang essential oil The ylang ylang essential is used to give a special relaxing and soothing effect. Not only does this magnificent oil calm and soothe raw nerves and emotions, it is famous as a softening agent for skin and scalps. Mix all ingredients and apply with paint brush. Wrap hair in saran wrap or shower cap and then apply hot towel. This can be a wet towel that you have wet with hot water from the tap or a towel warmed in the dryer or microwave. Leave on for one hour or can be left on overnight if applied one hour before bedtime so it dries somewhat on hair. Rinse with warm water and apply hair rinse, if desired. Tropical Conditioner 1 avocado (peeled and mashed) coconut milk Combine mashed avocado with some coconut milk. Mash together until its smooth and about as thick as shampoo. Comb it through the hair and let sit for minutes, wash out. Dry and Breaking Hair Conditioner Before washing or even wetting hair, put about 1/6-1/4 cup of olive oil (closer to 1/6 for shorter hair, and closer to 1/4 for longer, thicker hair) on it and work it through from the scalp to the ends. Leave it on for about 10 or 15 minutes. After that, you can shampoo and condition as 66

67 usual. This works because it s very oily, but not the nasty, dirty grease that builds up. It's not heavy at all, but in fact, very thin and loose. It works great for smoothing and moistening dry hair. Kinky or Curly Conditioner For people with really kinky, curly, dry ethnic hair, try this for a deep conditioner: 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup bland oil (either grape seed/almond/sesame) Put in a little pot, heat it until warm. Apply to hair, put a plastic bag over your hair and leave it for 30 minutes. Wash and condition as usual. The result; hair feels soft and moisturized. You can forgo the bland veggie oil if you want to, but I find that it helps the honey and oil to 'flow'. Or, you could try and investing in some jojoba oil and follow the same instructions for deep conditioning above. Jojoba oil contains the same sebellum as our skin, so it conditions without weighing hair down. Super body Hair Treat 2 Tbsp. Molasses 67

68 2 Tbsp. unflavored gelatin 1 Tbsp. sweetened condensed milk 1 Tbsp. stale beer Combine ingredients in small bowl. Comb or brush into hair. Cover hair with a plastic shower cap and leave in for 30 minutes. Shampoo and rinse. Avocado Scalp Pack 1 egg 1/2 avocado, peeled and mashed 2 Tbsp. wheat germ oil Beat egg until frothy, either in a blender or by hand. Then add the avocado and the oil and beat until smooth. Use immediately. Apply with paint brush and then cover head and leave on for 30 minutes. Cover with warm towel. Rinse with warm water and a little shampoo. Natural Hair Coloring Wash your hair with one of the following rinses. Pour the selected rinse through your hair 15 times, re-rinsing with the same liquid. On the final rinse, wring hair, and leave for 15 minutes before rinsing with clear water. 68

69 Blonde: Mix 1 tablespoon lemon juice in 1 gallon warm water. Brunette: Rinse hair with a strong black tea, or black coffee. Red: Make a strong tea of rose hips or cloves, or use strong black coffee. A darker recipe for is any dark red wine and grapefruit juice. Blonde Highlights 1 cup lemon juice 3 cups chamomile tea (brewed and cooled) Mix ingredients, pour over damp hair then let sit for an hour while you sit in the sun. Wash out. Follow with a good conditioner. NOTE: This process must be repeated daily for a few weeks before you notice any changes. How To Make Your Hair Blonde 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice Take the lemon juice and rub it into your dry clean hair and sit in the sun for a few hours, rinse out and repeat until hair is blonder! Enhance Red Hair Ingredients 69

70 1/2 cup beet juice 1/2 cup carrot juice Mix ingredients together, pour over damp hair. Let it sit for 1 hour while you sit in the sun. Wash out. Covering Gray Simmer 1/2 cup dried sage in 2 cups water for 30 minutes, and then steep for several hours. Apply to hair and leave on until dried. Then rinse and dry. Repeat weekly, until desired shade, then monthly to maintain color. Sage and a Bit of Rosemary Natural Hair Color To make a strong rosemary and sage tea, use equal amounts of rosemary and sage to 1 cup of water. Combine ingredients and steep for 10 minutes. Strain and refrigerate it, use liquid for the colorant. Now before washing hair, spray it on the base of the grey patches of hair, massaging it in. Leave it for 5-10 minutes and then wash as usual and care for your hair as you normally do. After a few weeks of this (do this almost daily), you will find the grey is disappearing. After using the sage, the normal coloring returns to the hair. It is not a 'color-change' shocker, and it 70

71 softens and allows you to control the curls, and the amount of grey. When you stop using it, the grey gradually returns and it is even prettier than the time before. "Funky" Colored Hair If you want more "funky" colored looking hair like green, for example. Then use Koolaid with a cup and a half of water - NO SUGAR ADDED! Leave hair in the Kool-Aid mix for about 10 to 15 minutes. Let it dry and there you have it! Green (or whatever color of Kool-Aid mix) hair! Caution, this is permanent until your hair grows out! To Obtain Black Hair Obtain a cup of dry rosemary seeds and boil in a gallon of water for ten minutes or until water changes to a dark color. After every shower, apply it to the hair. Dry excess rosemary water from hair with towel and style as usual. Natural Hairspray The finishing touches are two recipes for Natural Hairspray Honey Hair Spray 71

72 Use honey-water instead of hair spray. I just rinse out a small plastic spray bottle, add about two tablespoons of honey to the bottom of the bottle, fill the bottle with hot water, and shake well. I store the mixture in the refrigerator, and I've found that it will keep for about two weeks. I would suggest that you use the mixture sparingly, and that you completely clean the bottle and spray mechanism every time you make a fresh batch. It works well on my long, straight hair and it seems to keep my dry hair moisturized too. Lemon Hair Spray This great for light hair but can be used on any color hair 2 lemons, sliced 2 cups hot water Place lemon slices and water in pan and bring to a boil. Immediately reduce heat and simmer uncovered until the water is reduced by half about 30 minutes. Remove and cool. Strain through cheese cloth and squeeze out all the juice. Pour into pump type bottle. Will keep two months in refrigerator. Sugar Scrubs 72

73 Brown Sugar Scrubs 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 heaping tablespoons almond oil Few drops of honey 3 to 5 drops of your favorite essential oil Or 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon jojoba oil 1 tablespoon almond oil 2 teaspoons honey 5-7 drops orange essential oil Dash of cinnamon Here's what you do: Mix ingredients thoroughly in a glass bowl. In the shower, gently scrub all over body. 73

74 Fruit Sugar Scrub 1/2 cup white sugar 3 Tbsp. coconut milk or oil 3 Tbsp. almond or jojoba oil 1/2 cup fresh papaya and guava Mix sugar and coconut milk or oil with almond or jojoba oil. Puree fruit in a blender or food processor, stir into oil and sugar mixture. Exfoliate with dry brush or exfoliation gloves, rinse off in shower. Pat dry (skin should be damp) and apply mixture from feet to head in circular motions always towards the heart. Rinse with warm water, pat dry, and enjoy silky smooth, sweet-smelling skin! Body Wraps Clay Body Wrap (for oily skin) 1 cup bentonite or green clay 1/4 cup sea salt 74

75 2 Tbsp. olive oil 2 cups water Boil water and add sea salt until it is dissolved. Add remaining ingredients and stir. Adjust the water if necessary to form a wet paste. Rub the mixture over your entire body and cover yourself with a sheet. Avocado Moisture Body Wrap (for dry skin) 1 very ripe avocado 1 cup of heavy cream 1/4 cup of aloe Vera gel Lots of towels Plastic wrap Here's what you do: Blend avocado pulp, cream and aloe Vera gel to a thick paste. Place lots of old towels down where you will nap later. Apply paste to body. Wash hands and loosely wrap over masked areas. Lie down and relax for one hour. Rinse. Oatmeal Wrap (for soft and smooth skin) 75

76 1 cup of oatmeal not the instant kind 1 cup of warm milk Mix oatmeal and milk into a paste and apply to body. Rest one hour and rinse off. Removing Extra Hair Body Sugaring is a natural way to remove the hair that you don't want from your body. Basically, you are making a cooked paste out of white sugar and other ingredients that you will spread on your legs and, using strips of cloth, removing the hair. You will need a stove and pot to cook the sugar mixture in and an old sheet to cut up into strips or a couple of yards of cheap broadcloth from Wal-Mart. The strips can be used again by washing in a lingerie bag in your washer. Body Sugar Recipe 1-7/8 cups of white sugar 1/4 cup water 1/4 cup lemon juice Use a fairly large, heavy pan because the sugar will foam up as it boils. Mix the ingredients in the pan and put on medium heat. Boil gently until a candy thermometer reads 120 degrees C. 76