beauty #27 Thyme & cedarwood for joint and backache rub

This thyme rub is ideal for the relief of backachr and joint pains and should be used immediately after the bath or shower. Cedarwood enhances the healing effects of thyme.

RECIPE

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2 ounces jojoba oil

12 drops thyme essential oil

12 drops cedarwood essential oil

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Mix ingredients thoroughly and massage into affected areas with a slow circular motion.

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Source: Secrets of the Spas

beauty #26 Vetiver & Jojoba Massage oil

Jojoba is one of  the most popular carrier oil. Rich in vitamin E, easily absorbed by the skin and adds more shelf life than most carrier oil. Vetiver essential oil in combination with jojoba has a calming effect and grounding properties in addition to its soothing rich woody scent.

RECIPE

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1/2 cup jojoba oil

40 drops vetiver essential oil

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MIX the oils and store in an amber glass. Use for full body aromatherapy massages or for local applications to soothe tired and sore muscles.

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beauty #25 Massage oil Lavender & Sage Blend

Now after the lotions and potions, we move on to massage oils. Massages helps to activate the body's nerve endings and stimulate circulation. Grapeseed oil is a carrier oil, it works well with essential oils helping with the rapid penetration into the body through the pores. Lavender and sage is ideal for cleansing and ridding the body of toxins and impurities. So get the ingredients ready and grab a partner.

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LAVENDER & CLARY SAGE BLEND

Massage Oil

from the book Secrets of the Spas

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1/2 cup grapeseed oil

4 drops lavender essential oil

4 drops clary sage essential oil

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Blend oils together and massage into skin

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beauty #24 Cooling witch hazel and wheat germ oil moisturizer

This particular moisturizer is high in vitamin E from wheat germ oil. It also has a cooling and cleansing property from the witch hazel. The lemon oil adds a cool refreshinf scent.

source: Secrets of the Spas

RECIPE

2 tablespoons grated beeswax

2 tablespoons distilled water

1/4 cup wheat germ oil

2 tablespoons witch hazel

2 drops lemon essential oil

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Melt beeswax and distilled water over low heat then pour it into a blender.

On low speed, gradually add wheat germ oil and witch hazel and blend until smooth. add essential oil and pour into a jar. Lotion will thicken as it cools. Beacause of its cooling effects, this moisturizer is ideal for summer months.

beauty #23 Rose & Galbanum body softener for normal to oily skin

When applied to the skin Galbanum oil alleviates skin irritations and an effective skin regenerator. combined with rose oil which fights wrinkles, this body  lotion can be used for the face and hands.

source: Secrets of the Spas

RECIPE

2 tablespoons beeswax

1/4 cup distilled water

1/2 cup almond oil or apricot oil

1/4 cup rose water

5 drops galbanum essential oil

4 drops rose essential oil

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Melt beeswax with dostilled water. When melted, pour into a blender and blend on low speed. while blender is running, gradually pour in almond oil or apricot oil, rose water,and essential oils. the mixture will have the texture of frosting and will thicken as it cools. Pour into a glass jar or container. This is a thick lotion so use it sparingly. will last for 3 to 5 months.

beauty #22- Moisturizer for dry skin

COCONUT BODY BUTTER for DRY SKIN

source: Secrets of the Spas

All of this ingredients has lots of moisturizing and wonderful skin softening effect on your skin. Just perfect for the cold weather months. Coconut oil has lots of vitamins and minerals and is a good skin softener. Cocoa butter protects the skin from the wind and cold weather. Sesame oil has wonderful sunscreen properties and Olive oil is ideal for soothing the skin that has been exposed to nature's elements. So write down your shopping list and check your pantry you may already have some of these ingredients.

RECIPE

2 tablespoons grated beeswax

2 teaspoons distilled water

1/2 cup cocoa butter

3 tablespoons sesame oil

2 tablespoons coconut oil

1 tablespoons olive oil

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Melt the beeswax over low heat with the water. Spoon in cocoa butter and blend. Gradually blend in sesame oil, coconut oil and olive oil. Pour into a glass jar. Lotion will thicken as it cools. Apply liberally over body.