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Queen Bee Bath

November 23rd, 2009

3 tablespoons honey
3 drops rose essential oil
2 drops vanilla essential oil

Add essential oils to honey and mix well, then add the mixture to (not too hot) running water to treat yourself to a sensual and nourishing bath fit for a queen.

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Egg White Facial Mask

October 20th, 2009

A simple face mask recipe suitable for all skin types.

1 egg white
2 teaspoons facial oil suitable for your skin type

Blend ingredients together with a wire whisk. Use immediately.

TO Use: Apply to clean skin (avoid eye area), leave on for 15 minutes. Rinse off with tepid water and apply a facial tonic followed by a facial treatment cream or oil.

To learn more about facial oils, considering purchasing my recipe guide.

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Clay Body Mask

October 19th, 2009

10 ounces kaolin (white) clay
enough water to form a paste
2 egg yolks
12 drops lemon essential oil
6 drops patchouli essential oil

lemon oil to remove impurities, patchouli oil to tone and soothe the skin

Measure out the clay in a glass bowl, add enough water to form a paste that has the consistency of yogurt. In another bowl, separate the eggs (save the egg whites for a face mask) and add the essential oils (use a wire whisk to blend). Add yolks to the clay mixture, and blend well. Smooth over your entire body (except for your face). Leave on for 20-30 minutes, then sponge off with warm water.

Follow this up with an aromatherapy bath suitable for your skin type and a good moisturizer.

Aromatherapy Cosmetic Recipes, to Nourish

Aromatherapy Banana Facial

September 10th, 2009

Banana Facial (all skin types)

1 ripe banana, mashed

1 tablespoon almond oil

Essential Oil (EO) blend as follows: 3 drops lavender oil, 2 drops rosewood oil, 1 drop chamomile oil, 1 drop neroli oil, 1 drop rose oil

Blend ingredients together to form a smooth paste.  Use immediately.

TO Use: Apply to clean skin (avoid eye area), leave on for 15 minutes. Rinse off with tepid water and apply a facial tonic followed by a facial treatment cream or oil.

Please consult Essential Oil Blending Basics for information on how to blend essential oils.

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