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Simple Beauty Hacks10 DIY Recipes From Your Kitchenby tracey blackdontmesswithmama.com
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What’s InsideIntroduction.4Foaming Face Wash .5Apple Cider Vinegar Toner .6Facial Oil Moisturizer .7Facial Serum .8Lip Balm.9Lavender Bath Salts .10Honey Avocado Face Mask .11Resources .12
IntroductionIt’s hard to believe that just over a year ago I was spending up to 150 a month on skin careproducts. Yep, you read that right. Some of you may relate too.I used to buy expensive department store or mail-order skin care products to fight aging,wrinkles, age spots and adult acne. I used to think the more expensive the skin care product,the better the quality. Some worked, some didn’t. In the end, I spent a fortune without reallygetting great results.Worst of all, most contained toxic chemicals, such as alpha and beta hydroxy acids (glycolicacid), hydroquinone, parabens, oxybenzone, vitamin A compounds (retinyl palmitate, retinylacetate, retinol), and other toxic ingredients.1And little did I know, I didn’t have to spend a fortune to get the best skin of my life.Getting StartedWhen I started using essential oils, I first started with DIY cleaners in my home. I made myown DIY all-purpose cleaner, homemade laundry detergent and DIY hand soap. I wasthrilled to save money and get toxic chemicals out of my cleaning products.But then, I started to think about my skin care products and slowly began making DIY skincare products with simple ingredients - mostly from my kitchen pantry. Now I regularly usethese DIY skin care products and save a TON - I spend just about 15 a month for everythingin this book!Want to find out how you can do it too? Keep reading For More RecipesAlso be sure to check out my blog at DontMesswithMama.com for more DIY beauty hacks,gluten-free recipes and so much more!4
Foaming Face WashIngredients 3/4 cup filtered or distilled water 1/4 cup liquid Castile soap 1/2 tsp organic sweet almond oil 3-4 drops vitamin E oil (optional) 8 drops of Frankincense oil (where to buy) 8 drops of Lavender oil (where to buy)Instructions1. In a 4 to 6 oz. foaming soap bottle, add Castile liquid soap, sweet almond oil and vitaminE oil.2. Add essential oils as needed.3. Fill with water to the top of the bottle.4. Shake well and use as needed.5
Apple Cider Vinegar TonerIngredients Filtered water Raw apple cider vinegarInstructions1. For normal to dry skin, mix 1/3 part vinegar to 2/3 part filtered water.2. For oily and acne-prone skin, mix 1/2 part vinegar and 1/2 part filtered water.3. Store in a glass bottle at room temperature.4. Use toner twice a day – first thing in the morning and right before bed.6
Facial Oil MoisturizerIngredients 2 oz. organic Argan oil 15 drops of Frankincense oil (where to buy) 10 drops of Lavender oil (where to buy)Instructions1. Add Frankincense and Lavender essential oil to a bottle of Argan oil. Store in a cool, dryspot.2. Use morning and night after each facial wash, or as needed. 2-3 pumps (about 3-6 drops)should be enough to moisturize the skin.7
Facial SerumIngredients 5 drops Frankincense essential oil (where to buy) 5 drops Myrrh essential oil (where to buy) 5 drops Lavender essential oil (where to buy) 1-2 drops Rose essential oil (where to buy) Carrier oil (such as argan oil, almond oil, jojoba oil or rosehip oil)Instructions1. In a 5 ml roller bottle, add all essential oils.2. Fill the bottle with a carrier oil of your choice.3. Use this DIY Facial Serum morning and night around the eyes, mouth and other troubleareas on the face.8
Lip BalmIngredients 10 drops Lemon or Lavender essential oil (where to buy) 1 tbsp sweet almond oil 2 tbsp organic extra-virgin coconut oil 1.5 tbsp organic, cosmetic-grade beeswax pastilles Lip balm tubesInstructions1. Use a double boiler on low heat to melt all ingredients (except essential oils).2. Remove from heat once melted and add essential oils.3. Fill lip balm tins and let cool for a couple of hours to firm up.9
Lavender Bath SaltsIngredients 2 cups Epsom salt 1 cup organic extra-virgin coconut oil 10-15 drops Lavender essential oil (where to buy)Instructions1. In a large bowl, add Epsom salt, coconut oil, and Lavender essential oil. Mix well.2. Transfer mixture to a pint-sized Mason jar. Cover with lid.10
Honey Avocado Face MaskIngredients 1 tbsp raw honey or Manuka honey 1/2 ripe avocadoInstructions1. Mix honey and avocado to make a paste.2. Apply to face and let sit for 15-20 minutes.3. Use a warm washcloth to wipe off.11
ResourcesEssential OilsWant to start using essential oils but aren’t sure how to get started or where to buy them?There’s a lot of information out there, and I’ve been in your shoes - overwhelmed witheverything that’s out there.That’s why I teach online webinars to help you learn more about essential oils - on your timeAND in the comfort of your own home. Check out my FREE online webinars here.Or if you’re ready to get started now and want to get a great deal (24% off retail prices), youcan find out where to buy here. Find out how you can also get a free goodie bag and my ebook The Essential Home: Quick Start Guide to DIY with Essential Oils.
5 drops Frankincense essential oil (where to buy) 5 drops Myrrh essential oil (where to buy) 5 drops Lavender essential oil (where to buy) 1-2 drops Rose essential oil (where to buy) Carrier oil (such as argan oil, almond oil, jojoba oil or rosehip oil) Instructions 1. In a 5 ml r
