Whipped Body Butter

Whipped Body Butter

             An easy DIY recipe excellent for any skin type and completely natural ingredients.

• ½ Cup Shea Butter
• ½ Cup Cocoa Butter or Mango Butter
• ½ Cup Coconut Oil
• ½ Cup Olive Oil
• Peppermint Essential Oil

In a double boiler or glass bowl, combine all ingredients together except the essential Oil. Bring to medium heat and stir constantly until all the ingredients are melted. Remove from the heat and let slightly cool. Move to the refrigerator and let cool for 1 hour. Use a hand mixer to whip for 10 minutes or until it is fluffy. return to refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to set it. Store this in a glass jar with a lid. Use as you would use a regular body lotion. If your home stays above 75 degrees, it may soften and need to be kept at the fridge, but it will stay whipped at a temperature lower than that.

Pain Relieving Lotion Bar

Pain Relieving Lotion Bar
         Works to relieve muscle pain and tension.

• 1/3 Cup of Coconut Oil
• 1/3 Cup of Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, or Mango Butter
• 1/3 Cup of Beeswax
• 1 Tablespoon of Menthol Crystals
• 10 Drops of Peppermint Essential Oil
• 1.2 Teaspoon Arnica Oil (optional)

Combine all ingredients in a quart size glass jar and carefully place the jar in a small saucepan of water on the stove. Turn the burner on and bring water to a low simmer. Stir ingredients constantly until they are melted and smooth. Remove from the heat and stir in the menthol crystals until they dissolve. Add in the essential oils and arnica oil and stir until mixed. Carefully pour into molds or whatever you will be allowing the lotion bars to harden in. Allow the lotion bars to cool completely before popping out of molds. Store in a cool or dry place for up to six months.

To apply to skin: hold bar in hand and carefully rub on dry skin. The heat of the skin will transfer some of the lotion bar to the skin. I store my lotion bars on a small plate on my dresser and bathroom counter. Add more or less menthol for a more or less potent bar.

Revitalizing Face Mask

Revitalizing Face Mask

• 1/2 Cup of Chopped Cumcumber
• 1/2 Cup of Chopped Avocado
• 1 Egg White
• 2 Teaspoons of Powdered Milk

Combine all of the ingredients in a blender until they become a smooth paste, apply the mask to your face and neck. Leave on your face for 30 minutes. Rinse your face with warm water and then splash cool water on to close your pores. 

Nail Strengthening Treatment

Nail Strengthening Treatment 

•  2 Teaspoons of Castor Oil
• 2 Teaspoons of Salt
• 1 Teaspoon of Wheat Germ Oil

Pour all ingredients into a seal-able bottle and shake well. Rub a small amount of the mixture onto your nails and leave on of 5 minutes. Wipe off with cotton. Use as often as needed.

Acne Spot Treatment

Acne Spot Treatment

• 1 packet yeast

• 1 lemon, juiced

• Water

 Pour yeast into a bowl and add water one drop at a time (approximately one teaspoon of water). Mix well after each drop until the mixture turns into a medium paste. Then add a drop or two of lemon juice to the paste, and keep stirring until the juice is blended in. Dab the paste on your breakouts. Let it dry and then go to sleep with it on. Rinse off in the morning.

Read more: http://www.youbeauty.com/skin/skin-recipe-sonya-dakars-zit-zapper-treatment#ixzz2NhwBtmMW

Soothing Sunburn Mask

Soothing Sunburn Mask 
Yogurt is a natural healer that works by reestablishing the acid/alkaline balance of the skin to help heal a sunburn. This recipe provides some natural comfort.

•  1/2 Cup of Plain Greek Yogurt
• 1 Bag of Chamomile Tea
• 5 Drops of Grape-seed Oil or Flax-seed Oil

Steep and cool 1 bag of chamomile tea in a cup of boiling water. Strain the yogurt into a bowl through a cheesecloth or a paper towel for a few minutes. Add contents of a cooled tea bag to the strained yogurt and mix together. Apply the yogurt mixture to the sun affected area and let it dry for 15 minutes. After it has dried apply another layer on top. Repeat 3 to 5 times. Rinse off your face with cool water and then apply 1 to 3 drops of the grape-seed or flax-seed oil. The oil may be reapplied throughout the day. The mask itself may be applied 2 times daily until your burn fades.

Read more: http://www.youbeauty.com/skin/skin-recipe-sonya-dakar%E2%80%99s-sunburn-soother-yogurt-mask#ixzz2NXyYUAtw

Honey Cocoa Lip Butter

Honey Cocoa Lip Butter

• 2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil
• 1/2 Teaspoon of Honey
• 3/4 Teaspoon of grated Beeswax
• 1/2 Teaspoon of pure Cocoa Butter
• 1/2 Teaspoon of Vanilla Flavored Oil
• 1 Vitamin E Capsule

In a small saucepan, over low heat, heat the oil, honey, beeswax, and cocoa butter until melted. Remove from heat and let it sit to cool for 4 minutes. Stir in the vanilla flavor and the Vitamin E capsule contents. Put into container of your choice. 

Dry Skin Treatment

Dry Skin Treatment

• 2 Tablespoons of Mayonnaise
• 1 Teaspoon of Baby Oil

Mix the ingredients well. Smooth onto any area that is dry. Leave on for 20 minutes. Rinse off.