Herb Recipes for bath,body and skin

Herb Recipes for bath,body and skin

• psy333che 17 years ago
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• invisiblechef 16 years ago said:
  Here are some recipes for Herbal Facial Cleansers.
  
  I get a magazine called "The Herb Companion" and came across these simple recipes on personal hygiene and I thought they would fit perfect here
  
  HERBAL CLEANSING LOTION:
  
  Makes 6 oz.
  
  This cleanser is a great alternative to harsh soaps, great for sensitive skin, if you don't grow these or can't find the fresh versions, feel free to substitute using dried versions.
  
  1/2 cup boiling water ( distilled)
  
  1 tsp fresh fennel leaves or 1/2 tsp dried
  
  1/2 cup fresh elderflowers or 1/4 cup dried
  
  1 tbsp honey
  
  1/4 cup buttermilk.
  
  Combine water, fennel and elderflowers. Steep until cool ( like making tea) Strain mixture and blend liquid with honey and buttermilk.
  
  To use, massage a small amount onto face and neck. Rinse with warm water and pat skin dry.
  
  Store in fridge.
  
  
  FRESH ALOE CLEANSER:
  
  Aloe has been used for centuries as a important beauty ingredient for centuries, this is another alternative to soap and water.
  
  2 tbsp fresh aloe vera gel
  
  1/4 cup light olive oil
  
  2 tbsp rose water.
  
  Blend together all ingredients and pour into a clean container. You may need to stir mixture before use.
  To use, massage mixture onto face and neck and rise with warm water, pat skin dry.
  
  
  SAGE MASK:
  
  1/2 cup boiling water
  
  1 tbsp fresh sage leaves
  
  3 tbsp oatmeal
  
  2 tbsp honey
  
  1 egg white
  
  Pour water over sage leaves; cool completely.
  Strain and add sage liquid to oatmeal, honey and egg white. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  Spread mixture on clean skin and leave on for 15-20 minutes. Rinse with warm water and pat skin dry.
  
  
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