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Waxing can be little bit of a mess in the beginning. But as you get the hang of it, you'll appreciate the finer hair re-growth and potential cost savings. Ingredients 1 cup brown sugar juice from 1/2 lemon 1/2 cup honey (vegans can buy vegetable glycerin from Phoon Huat & Co. as a substitute) cornstarch, if necessary spatula for spreading mixture any thin cotton fabric, cut into strips Instructions Melt sugar, honey and lemon juice in a pot over stove at low heat until you reach a smooth consistency. Make sure the area to be waxed is clean and dry. Dust a little cornstarch to draw out excess oil if necessary. Once the mixture lowers to a comfortable temperature, spread a thin layer over skin and 'paste' a cotton strip over, smoothening it out in the direction of hair growth. Holding your skin taut at one end, grab the same end of the cotton strip and rip it off quickly against the direction of hair growth, keeping it as close to your skin as possible. Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize after cleaning! Note: Sugar mixture can be re-heated if it becomes too sticky for application. Use a little jojoba oil or warm soapy water to remove any excess sugar left on skin. Do not use on sensitive skin.
This is a fragrant natural body powder both babies and adults can enjoy. Ingredients 1 cup cornflour 1/2 cup white kaolin clay 1/2 tsp orris root powder (optional, it helps to fix the scent) handful of dried lavender buds & chamomile flowers 2 drops lavender essential oil 1 drop chamomile essential oil Instructions Combine all ingredients and blend well. Allow to sit overnight, covered with a paper towel, before storing in a clean container. You can use a salt shaker to dispense. Recipe by Lisa
This invigorating body wrap takes a little skill to blend but once you get the hang of it, you’ll see it’s worth the results. Ingredients 1 cup distilled water 1 cup green clay 1/4 cup dried peppermint leaves 1/4 cup dried lemongrass herb 1 tsbp sweet almond oil 10 drops rosemary essential oil cotton gauze or sheet strips (you can cut up some old cloth) Instructions 1. Add the herbs to 1 cup of boiled water and let steep for 20mins. 2. Combine sweet almond oil and rosemary essential oil. 3. Place clay in clean bowl and slowly add in almond oil mixture, blending it in at the same time. 4. Next add in herbal water a little at a time and slowly blend into a smooth paste. Leave the herbs in the paste. 5. Have a large bowl of hot water next to you while you do this - brush on clay mixture with a paint brush starting with legs, then dip cotton strips in hot water and wrap, working your way to the upper body. 6. Once wrapped up, cover yourself with a warm towel and relax for 20 minutes, then rinse off. 7. If using a bed, remember to cover with plastic sheets to prevent stains. Recipe by Lisa
A simple recipe for soft clean cuticles. Use after bath or shower when cuticles have softened. Ingredients 1 tsp warmed jojoba oil 2 drops eucalyptus essential oil Instructions Mix ingredients well. Massage into cuticles using the tips of your fingers to push it back gently.
For all skin types. Apply and leave on for 15mins then rinse off with warm water. Ingredients 1 tbsp green clay 2 tbsp plain yoghurt 10 drops lemon essential oil 1 cup fresh parsley leaves 1 cup fresh sage leaves Instructions Puree all the ingredients thoroughly in a blender. * Citrus oils can cause photo-sensitivity and should be avoided before sun exposure.
This blend is relaxing and best enjoyed in the evenings. Epsom and sea salts work your body’s circulation, leaving you feeling rejuvated. Ingredients 2 tbsp aloe vera gel (roughly the amount from one fresh leaf) 2 drops lavender essential oil 2 drops peppermint essential oil Instructions Mix all ingredients thoroughly in a clean bowl and apply onto affected skin area.
Soothe your sunburn with this quick and easy recipe. Ingredients 1/2 cucumber 1-2 tbsp plain yoghurt (to desired consistency) 2 drops lavender essential oil 1 drop peppermint essential oil 1 drop chamomile german essential oil Instructions 1. Puree cucumber with yoghurt in a blender. 2. Stir in lavender essential oil into the mixture in a clean bowl and mix well. 3. Apply onto burnt skin and leave for 10 to 15 minutes before washing off.
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