Relaxing Foot Soak for Achy Feet

Soothe and relax achy and tired feet with this foot soak!

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 tsp. of Aloe Vera
• 1 tsp. wheat germ oil
• 20 drops peppermint essential oil
• 20 drops eucalyptus essential oil

Directions:

• Combine all ingredients in a large bowl of warm water; mix well
• Let feet soak for 15-20 minutes
• Follow up with your favorite moisturizer

*You can also combine all ingredients and use the mixture as a foot rub as well rather than a soak

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D.I.Y. Aloe Vera Hair Detangler

Gently detangle hair with this detangling hair recipe!

Ingredients:

• 8 oz. distilled water
• 1 tsp. aloe vera gel
• 2 drops glycerin
• 2 drops lavender essential oil
• 12 drops grapefruit seed extract

Directions:

• Combine all ingredients; mix well
• Transfer mixture into a spray bottle or jar for storage
• Apply to wet/damp hair

*Shake well before each use

D.I.Y. Deep Clean Mouth Wash

Create your own deep cleansing mouthwash!

Ingredients:

• 5 oz. vodka
• 4 oz. water
• 1/2 oz. vegetable glycerin
• 1/2 oz. powdered myrrh gum
• 5 drops cinnamon essential oil
• 5 drops clove essential oil

Directions:

• Combine all ingredients: mix well

*Shake well before each use

*Due to the alcohol in this mouthwash, it is better to use on a non-regular basis and more when you are looking for a deep clean

Tropical Lip Gloss

Coat your lips in this tropical island inspired lip gloss!

Ingredients:

• 1 tsp. grated cocoa butter
• 1 tsp. coconut oil
• 1 tsp. macadamia nut oil
• 1 tsp. light sesame oil
• 1/8 tsp. vitamin E oil
  

Directions:

• Combine all ingredients in a microwave safe bowl/container; warm mixture in the microwave until cocoa butter and coconut oil are melted
• Stir well
• Transfer mixture into lip gloss containers for storage
• Let cool completely before using

D.I.Y. Coconut Hand Cream

Moisturize dry hands and leave them feeling soft and smelling delicious with this coconut hand cream!

Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup glycerin
• 1/4 cup beeswax
• 3 tbsp. baby oil
• 1/4 cup coconut oil

Directions:

• In a double boiler, melt the beeswax and coconut oil
• Add the remaining ingredients to the melted ingredients in the double boiler; melt and mix until smooth
• Transfer mixture into a container for storage (hardens/thickens as it sets)
• Let cool before using

Honey Facial Cleanser

Gently cleanse your face with this 3 ingredient honey facial cleanser!

Ingredients:

• 3 tbsp. honey
• 1/2 cup vegetable glycerine
• 2 tbsp. liquid castile soap

Directions:

• Combine all ingredients; mix well
• Apply to skin and gently massage into skin for 30 seconds to 1 minute
• Rinse with warm water

Moisturizing Watermelon Face Mask Recipe

Moisturize your face with this summery fruity facial mask!

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup watermelon (no seeds or de-seeded)
• 1/4 cup papaya
• 1/2 cup banana
• 2 tsp. milk

Directions:

• Combine all ingredients; mash with a fork until a paste forms
• Apply to a clean face (avoid the eye area)
• Let sit for 15-20 minutes
• Rinse with cool water