2 Tbsp grated beeswax or beeswax beads 4 Tbsp coconut oil 1 Tbsp shea butter 4 tsp clay (Kaolin clay is very light colored, Bentonite is good too, but is darker and can stain.) 20-25 drops essential oil (carrot seed, ylang ylang, rosewood) Empty deodorant container Mix coconut oil and beeswax...
Essential Oil Benefits
Ylang Ylang: Anti-depressant Aphrodisiac Nerves Lowers blood pressure Skin Sedative Antiseptic Antiseborrhoeic It can be used to cure infections in the stomach, intestines, colon, and urinary tract. With its benefits on the nervous system and mood, people suffering from insomnia, fatigue, frigidity and other stress related conditions will see an uplift...
Herbal infused oils
To make herbal-infused oil: Heat water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil Pour a cup of oil in a glass canning jar (Jojaba, almond and grapeseed oils are good because of their low scent, but coconut oil* has a creamy texture and a stronger scent which is...
DIY Body Butter
I am all about finding new recipes to replace store-bought health and beauty products. I love my essential oils, but only want to use them when I have a specific health need. For everyday use I have started to use infused oils as they aren’t nearly as potent. This...
DIY Foundation / Sunscreen
I love, love, love this “recipe”! It is a combination of two DIY skincare products from other blogs that I really love! I combined my favorite DIY sunscreen (compliments of Wellness Mama) with my favorite DIY foundation from Live Simply. Long Version… (click here to jump straight to the...