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Body & Bath
Herbal Baths
Tie one cup of dried herb or two to three cups fresh
herbs into a loose bag of cheesecloth or nylon hose.
Place bag into enamel pan. Cover with water and bring
to a boil. Turn off heat and cover with lid and let
steep for 15 minutes. Pour into tub of warm water and
enjoy.
Suggested herbs:
Lavender flowers, rose petals or lemon balm leaves.
Lavender Bubble Bath
bunch lavender
1 large bottle clear organic shampoo
5 drops lavender essential oil
Place the bunch of lavender head down in a clean,
screw-top widemouth jar. You really only need the
flowers, so cut off any long stalks. Add the shampoo
and the lavender oil. Close the jar and place it on a
sunny windowsill for two or three weeks, shaking
occasionally. Strain the liquid and rebottle.
Scented Dusting Powders
5 tablespoons unscented talcum powder
1 tablespoon cornstarch
5 drops rose or jasmine essential oil
or 2 drops peppermint oil
Makes 2 ounces
Facial Toner for Oily Skin
Toners help remove soapy residue and close pores.
Add 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice to 1 pint of cold water then splash on face.
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