- Make an Easy Lotion For Your Skin
- by Danielle
Sims
Years ago I found out how incredible
easy it is to make lotion. It is so inexpensive and organic that
I wondered why anyone would even consider spending a dime on
the chemical rich lotions on the market.
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Besides I had an added incentive,
I have eczema, so I am extremely sensitive to what I put on my
skin. Making my own lotion was a great alternative for me.
To begin, for a lotion base all
you need is water, oil and an emulsifier. An emulsifier is simply
an ingredient that blends the water and oil together. Here is
the base that I begin with to make my lotion:
* ½ cup distilled water
* ½ cup oil (I usually use olive, almond, macadamia nut,
or grape seed)
* 1 TBS liquid lecithin
You can experiment from here
by adding essential oils, combining other oils; you can steep
beneficial herbs into your water before you add your oil, etc.
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Here is a nice winter lotion
to get you started:
* ½ cup distilled water
* ½ cup olive oil
* 1 TBS lecithin
* 6-8 drops of geranium oil
* 2-4 drops Myrrh oil
* 400 IU Vitamin E oil (1-2 open capsules)
Geranium oil is good for supporting
balance and rejuvenating dry skin conditions and for wrinkled
and matured skin.
Myrrh is a gentle oil that is
effective in replenishing moisture.
Vitamin E oil is an excellent
antioxidant and helps to protect the skin as well as a nice preservative.
Blend all ingredients in the
blender either on whip or cream. You will have a nice creamy
firm lotion. Add more water to make a lighter lotion. Store in
the refrigerator in hot climates or store in a cool place. Shake
well before use.
Enjoy your lotion. Hopefully
this little recipe will inspire you to become creative! |
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