Beauty by Carina Natural Beauty Recipes and Remedies

BEAUTY BY CARINA Beauty by Carina Natural Beauty Recipes and Remedies.
CARINA DESIREE BROOKS-KING summer 2010
Coconut Body Scrub
1 cup sea salt (regular will do if that's all you have) 1 Tbsp. organic coconut oil (this can be substituted for any oil or even butter (like Shea) Enough coconut milk to make the salts a little wet.
I didn't measure the coconut milk but poured a couple of tablespoons or so into the mix. You'll get a nice wet-ish consistency. Set aside. Coconut Clay Body Mask
1 cup kaolin clay (this is the best for sensitive skin but you can use green clay too) 1 tsp. glycerin Enough coconut milk to make a nice thick paste.
Preparation:
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Bring both bowls into your bathroom. Since my bathroom is cold (weather isn't good right now), I brought in a small heater to heat it. Make sure the bathroom is really warm before you start. Stand in your tub and wet your body. Turn the shower off, and then use the scrub on your body using a circular motion, avoiding cuts/scrapes or freshly shaved areas. Do not use this on your face. Rinse, then pat dry. Spread the clay mask all over your body. This can be used on your face but I didn't do that. Sit in your dry tub for about 20 minutes until the mask starts to dry. I found that the parts where I was sitting, the mask didn't dry as well. If you have someone who can help, wrap yourself in a dollar-store clear shower curtain, then with warm towels and lay down. I just sat in the tub as is. Rinse the mask off, and then pat dry. Apply a nice lotion. Dry Skin Hand Lotion Place 3/4 cup almond oil, 1/3 cup coconut oil, 1 tsp. lanolin and 1/2 oz. of grated beeswax in the top of a double boiler. Heat until everything is melted. Remove from heat and allow it to cool. Mix together 2/3 cup of rose water, 1/3 cup of aloe Vera gel, 2 drops of rose essential oil and the oil from one capsule of vitamin E. Pour this into the first mixture and whip with a hand mixer until thickened and the consistency of mousse. Store in a container in a cool place. Beeswax Hand Lotion Heat 3 tbsp. of grated beeswax, 1 tbsp. of lanolin, 4 oz. of light sesame oil, 2 tbsp. of brewed chamomile tea, and 1 tbsp. of coconut oil, 1 tsp. honey and 1/8 tsp. of baking soda in a double
BEAUTY BY CARINA boiler until everything is melted. Stir to mix well and decant into a jar with a lid. Cool completely before use. Palm Oil Hand Lotion Put 3/4 cup of palm oil, 2 tsp. of stearic acid and 1 tsp. of emulsifying wax into a microwave-safe dish. Microwave until melted. In another heat-proof bowl, combine 1/2 cup of distilled water and 1/2 tsp. of borax. Microwave this until boiling and the borax is dissolved. Use an electric hand mixer to whip the oil mixture into the water mixture, pouring in the oil slowly while the mixer is running. Keep whipping until it is cool, and then add the oil from 2 vitamin E capsules and 10 drops of an essential oil for fragrance. Gardenia, ylang ylang and lavender are good choices. Allow the mixture to sit for several hours and it will thicken. Quick Moisturizing Olive Oil Hand Lotion Combine 1/4 cup of pure olive oil, 1/4 cup salt and 1/4 cup granulated sugar and mix well. Massage into hands and rinse off with warm water. Store in a tightly-closed container, and shake well before use.
Things youll need:
BEAUTY BY CARINA 2 Cups Epsom Salt 1/4 cup petroleum jelly A few drops of scented oil A bowl to mix it in A bottle for storage or to give as gifts
Gather ingredients. Fragrance can be found in many scents (strawberry, lavender, blueberry, etc.) at stores such as The Body Shop or a craft store. All you will need is a few drops so one bottle will last for a long time.
Step 2
In a bowl, mix the Epsom salt, petroleum jelly, and the fragrance into a smooth, homogenous cream.
Step 3
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Fill the bottles of your choice with the mixture. Small squeeze bottles can be bought at craft stores or online. The bottles can be simple or more decretive. A great way to recycle is to reuse old lotion bottles.
Step 4
If you are going to give some lotion away as gifts, think about tying a ribbon around the bottle or adding some other decoration.
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1. Home Made Bath Salts for Natural Glow Home Made Milk Bath Salt Ingredients: 2 cups of powdered milk 1 cup of cornstarch
Instruction: Blend together 2 cups of powdered milk with 1 cup of cornstarch. Then add approximately 10 drops of the essence oil of your choice for Fragrance. You can store this mixture in a non-porous container for About 1 week.
Romantic Bath Salts Ingredients: 2 cups Epsom salts 1 cup Sea salt 10 drops red
BEAUTY BY CARINA 10 drops of sandalwood essential oil 5 drops of ylang ylang essential oil 10 drops of rose essential oil
Instruction: In a large bowl mix salts first, and then adds the other ingredients Slowly. Then add 3-4 tablespoons to hot running bath water.
Honey and Milk Bath Recipe Ingredients: 1/4 cup honey Instructions: Add ingredients to running hot bath water. Honey and milk will Soothe, soften, and moisturize your skin.
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Uplifting Bath Salts Ingredients: 2 cups Epsom salt 1 cup Sea salt Food coloring (4 drops red, 6 drops yellow) 8 drops of orange essential oil 6 drops of neroli essential oil 6 drops of lavender essential oil 3 drops of lemon essential oil
Instruction: Mix salts in a large bowl and then add the other ingredients slowly. Then add 3-4 tablespoons to hot running bath water. This bath salt Will surely uplift your spirit.
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Energizing Bath Salts Ingredients: 2 cups Epsom salts 1 cup Sea salt 6 drops eucalyptus oil 10 drops green food coloring, 5 drops blue 10 drops rosemary oil 15 drops peppermint oil
Instruction: Mix salts in a large bowl and then add the other ingredients slowly. Then add 3-4 tablespoons to hot running bath water. This bath salt Will surely energizes you with freshness.
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2. Natural Hair Conditioners and Shampoos Home Made Hair Sprays
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Ingredients: 1 lemon or orange Water
Instruction: Chop one lemon into four pieces. If you have dry hair, you can Do the same with an orange. Place the lemon or orange in a pot With 2 cups water. Boil until half of the initial amount of water Remains. Cool, strain, and place in a spray bottle. Note: Store it in the refrigerator. You can also add one ounce of Rubbing alcohol as a preservative. Doing this will allow you to Keep the spray for two weeks un-refrigerated. If you find the Hairspray too sticky, just add more water. Home Made Hair Conditioner Ingredients: 3-4 tablespoons of Yogurt Lemon Coconut Oil
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Egg White Beaten Mashed soft banana Hair henna
Instruction: Mix all the ingredients and apply on your hair for about 15 Minutes to 30 minutes depending upon the amount of Conditioning required. Make sure that you have covered the Roots and the tips. Wash well with water and if wanted shampoo As you usually do. An instant shine and freshness is seen in your
Natural Dandruff Treatment Ingredients: 1/2 cup Water 1/2 cup of White Vinegar
Instruction: Add both the ingredients together and then apply directly to the Scalp. Use before shampoo. For better result, apply it twice a
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Home Made Anti Dandruff Formula Ingredients: 2 tablespoons cornmeal 1/2 cup grape seed oil 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1 plastic bag that will fit over your hair
Instruction: Pour the grape seed oil into a bowl, and add the cornmeal and vinegar. Stir well to make pasty oil. Firstly rinse hair with warm water. Massage the oil into the scalp using your fingertips in a circular motion gently. Repeat until the entire scalp has been Massaged. Now place a plastic bag over your hair, secure with a Hair clip or clothespin, and allow oil to remain on for at least 1/2 hour. Finally rinse well, with shampoo as you normally Would.
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3. Home Made Soaps for Soft and Smooth Skin Rose Petals Soap Ingredients: 1/2 cup of clear glycerin soap base Rose petals 20 drops of scent of your choice
Instruction: Melt about 1/2 cup of clear glycerin soap base. When melted, Add approximately 20 drops of scent (for better fragrance, add Rose Garden fragrance). Using a pair of tweezers, dip rose Petals in the melted glycerin soap. Dip one at a time, shaking Off the excess soap, and place the petal on waxed paper to dry. As they start to dry, gently turn them over to keep them from Getting a glob of soap underneath them. Home Made Soap for Natural Glow
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Ingredients: Bars of natural fragrance or color free soap Essential oil Food coloring Oats Almond oil Vitamin E oil
Instruction: Grate soap in a blender and boil a pot of water and put a glass Bowl over the pot. Add some almond oil into the bowl and then Add soap into the bowl. Take the water from the pot and add it Into the bowl until soap changes into paste. Add oils, color, and Vitamin E as desired. Let cool in molds of your choice. Air out On wax paper for a day or two.
4. Natural Facial Masks Recipes Apple or Carrot Facial Mask Recipe Ingredients:
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BEAUTY BY CARINA 1 apple or a large carrot Honey
Instruction: Grate an apple finely and then add about 4 tablespoons of Honey. Mix it well apply the mask to your face wait 10 minutes And rinse. This recipe works very well for oily skins. If your Skin is not oily you can substitute raw carrots for the apple. I Tend to use the apples most of the time but if I am having an Acne problem I use carrots for my facial mask that week. Facial Mask Recipes for Normal combination, oily and Blemished skin Ingredients: 1 egg white 1/2 cup cooked instant oatmeal 1 teaspoon olive oil
Few drops of lemon juice Instruction:
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Mix one egg white, 1/2 cup cooked instant oatmeal, a teaspoon Olive oil and a few drop of lemon juice until smooth. Spread On your face and neck, leave on for 15 30 min then rinse with Lukewarm water. Few drops lemon juice will help to reduce Blackheads while egg white will leave your skin feel tight After this mask application.
Banana, Yogurt and Honey Facial Mask Ingredients: 1/2 banana 2 tablespoons yogurt 1 tablespoon honey
Instruction: Mash the banana with a fork then mix in honey and yogurt. Apply To your face evenly. Leave it on for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off with Cool water and get soft and smooth skin.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Orange and Yogurt Facial Mask Ingredients: 1 tablespoon plain yogurt Juice of 1/4 of an orange
Instruction: Mash the above ingredients properly and apply on your face Gently. The sensation is both cool and relaxing. Leave on for a Five minutes and then rinse. If you are feeling sluggish, this is the Perfect mask for you. The yogurt will cleanse and nourish.
Bliss Facial Massage Protocol
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BEAUTY BY CARINA You can add essential oils for extra therapeutic benefits. Mix 5 drops TOTAL to your base oil and blend together. Make your blend from one essential oil or a combination of the following; Dry skin; chamomile, lavender, peppermint, rosemary. Oily skin; basil, eucalyptus, lemongrass, ylang ylang. Normal skin; rose, geranium, neroli."
You will need a base oil of cold pressed vegetable oil. About 1 teaspoon in small clean bowl will be sufficient for a single massage.
Pour your oil or oil blend into the palm of your hand. Rub your hands together and apply all over your face and neck.
The facial massage technique
Forehead Begin in the middle of the forehead making small circular movements out towards the temples. Repeat 5 times.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Eyes From your temples, glide your index fingers over your brow and circle your eye sockets. The pressure should be very light. Repeat twice.
Nose Slide your fingers down each side of your nose to the tip and up again. Repeat 5 times. End at the top of the mouth.
Mouth Use your index and middle fingers and start at the chin, gently massage in a circular and upward motion around the mouth and lips. Bring the massage motion to the top of the mouth, under the nostrils. Repeat 5 times.
Cheeks In a circular motion, massage outward from your chin to your earlobes, from the corners of your mouth to the middle of your ears and from your nostrils to your temples. Repeat twice covering the whole area of the cheek.
Chin Beginning on your right where the jaw meets your ear. Using your thumb and index finger, gently slide across the jaw to your chin. Massage back to the starting point with circular motions. Repeat on the left side. Repeat 3 times each side.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Neck Beginning at the back of the neck, massage upwards to the head with small circular motions. Repeat 5 times. Come around to the front of the neck and gently stroke upwards from the collarbone to the base of the chin. Repeat 3 times. Blissed Out Facial
This is a deep cleansing homemade facial treatment that can be performed on all skin types ideally every 3 weeks. You can miss steps according to the time you have.
All of the quantities below are enough for one application, if you are swapping a homemade facial treatment with a friend, double the amounts.
Recipes for your homemade facial treatment are best made fresh; dont keep for longer than a day or two in the fridge.
As with all skin care it is best to do a sensitivity test first. If you have an allergy to a certain food, dont use it in your preparations. Choose an alternative.
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The Steps
Step 1 Steam Herbal
Step 2 Cleanse Cookies and Milk Skin Polish
Step 3 Mask with eye compress Honey Mask
Step 4 Tone
Step 5 Moisturize & Massage
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Step 1 Steam
Steam your face to encourage the removal of wastes, improve skin hydration and loosen dead skin cells.
Note: Do not steam your face if you have broken veins, inflammation, sunburn or hypersensitive skin.
Ingredients
2 liters of water
2 tablespoons of dried herbs (or 4 tablespoons of fresh)
Method
Rinse your face and leave it a little damp.
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Add your herbs and water to a pot. Cover the pot with the lid.
Bring to the boil and simmer for 3 - 4 minutes.
Turn off the heat and remove pot from the stove.
Remove the lid.
Tie your hair up and cover your head and the pot with a towel.
Keep your face 30cm (approx. 12 inches) away from the water (more if you have delicate skin).
Steam your face for up to 10 minutes.
After steaming wipe your face with a cloth.
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Step 2 Cleanse
Cleanse your face with Cookies and Milk to remove impurities and dead skin.
Ingredients
2 teaspoons of oatmeal
2 teaspoons dried milk
1 teaspoon powdered cinnamon
Enough water to make a paste
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Mix all ingredients together.
Apply to face in small circular motions.
Rinse face thoroughly with warm water.
Step 3 Mask
Relax with a mask and eye compress.
Ingredients
2 slices of cucumber
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2 tablespoons of honey
2 teaspoons of milk
Method
Combine honey and milk, stirring until completely combined.
Apply to face and throat.
Take the cucumber and place one on each eye.
Lie down for 10 minutes.
Remove cucumber and rinse off mask with warm water.
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Step 4 Tone
Tone your skin with a refreshing cucumber tonic to cool, soothe and refresh the skin as well as remove any remains from the previous treatments.
Ingredients
1/3 of a cucumber (peeled)
Cotton balls
Method
Juice the cucumber.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Strain the juice into a clean container. (Make this up to a day beforehand and keep it in the fridge so that it is nice and cool when you use it).
Smooth it over your face and throat with clean cotton balls.
Step 5 Moisturize and Massage
Moisturize your skin by massaging your face with facial oil.
Ingredients
"Using facial oil will nourish your skin with essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. It wont clog your skin or make it more oily, in fact; it can help restore balance to an overly oily skin." to 1 teaspoon of cold pressed vegetable oil
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Good choices are; jojoba (light), sweet almond (medium), olive oil (heavy).
Method Brown Sugar Facial Scrub
1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar 1/2 cup sweet almond oil* 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1 tablespoon ground oatmeal 1 teaspoon nutmeg Large pinch calendula petals*
Mix all together and put in jar with tight lid.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Equal parts sugar and virgin olive oil. It's wonderful!!
Baking Soda/Aspirin Acne Scrub A gentle scrub is baking soda. If you want acne to be fixed, try uncoated aspirin (usually can find at dollar stores), a few in the hand with a few drops of warm water. Rub on your face. If you have time, use some honey (preferably local and fresh) with a few aspirin (dilute with a drop or two of water to dissolve), rub on face and leave around 10 minutes, wash off. Smooth and clean!
Natural Scrubs
#1) Mix finely ground Cornmeal with Vinegar (apple cider works best)
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BEAUTY BY CARINA #2) Sugars (that's it, plain old Sugar!) Sugar works great, stay away from it if you're prone to acne or fungus because it can cause bacteria or fungus to grow if it's not washed off completely. You can add baby oil to sugar (or salt) if you like for added moisturizing. For even more moisturizing you can add a mashed avocado
BATH COOKIES
2 cups sea salt -- finely ground 1/2 cup baking soda 1/2 cup cornstarch 2 Tablespoons light oil 1 teaspoon vitamin E oil 2 eggs 6 drops essential oil (scented quality oils)
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SKIN SCRUBBING GRAINS & CREAMS
Grains
1 c Dried orange and lemon peel 1 c cooked oatmeal 1 c Blanched almonds Cream
1/2 c Uncooked oatmeal 1 T Honey 1 T Cider vinegar
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BEAUTY BY CARINA 1 t Ground almonds ** Only for firm, young, resilient skin. If your skin feels especially fragile, use one of the gentle fruit masks such as APPLE MASK FOR NORMAL SKIN or STRAWBERRY FRUIT MASK instead.
Oatmeal Citrus Scrubbing Grains:
Place peels, oats, and almonds in food processor and whirl until mixture is a fine powder. Store in an attractive container near the bathroom sink and use a tiny portion as needed.
To Use: Place as bit in the palm of your hand and moisten with a few drops of warm water. Rub paste onto face with a gentle circular and upward motion. Rinse with tepid water and pat dry.
IDEA: Consider storing this scrub in one of the big shakers meant for the kitchen and keep it handy at the bathroom sink.
Oatmeal Honey Scrubbing Cream:
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Combine all in a glass or enamel bowl.
To Use: Steam faces or lays warm washcloth on face for 1 min. Apply mixture to your face being careful to avoid the sensitive area around eyes. Let dry on skin completely. If your skin is young and firm, you can gently rub dried mixture off with a clean terry washcloth or towel. Lean over sink and rub face in brisk but gentle circles with the cloth. Rinse with warm water, pat dry and apply one of the FRESH FACIAL CREAMS.
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TONING & SOOTHING MASKS
Avocado Honey Mask
1 lg Avocado 1 T Honey
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Peel and slice avocado. Puree with honey. Pat it gently to the face and continue patting until the mask feels extremely tacky to the touch. Relax and leave the mask on 20-30 mins. Rinse with warm water. ------------------------------------------------------------Herbal Astringent for Oily Skin
1 ounce Chamomile 3 Tablespoons Witch hazel 1/2 teaspoon Cider vinegar 1 ounce Peppermint extract 8 ounces Water Few drops of peppermint extract 1/4 teaspoon Boric acid -- optional
Boil chamomile, witch hazel, vinegar, peppermint and water. Cool and strain. Add remaining ingredients in a spray bottle and shake. Keep refrigerated.
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Dissolving Bath Oil
1/4 c Sweet almond oil 24 dr Fragrance oil concentrate 2 T Gum Arabic 2 c Distilled water
The gum Arabic acts to blend oil and water so it doesn't separate in the tub. -------------------------------------------------------------
HERBAL BATHS
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BEAUTY BY CARINA 1 Cup Oatmeal Tablespoon of Herbs 1 Drop essential oil
Mix oatmeal, herbs and oil and fill bath bags with mixture. Oatmeal is used because it is a natural skin softener and cleanser.
STIMULATING BATHS: basil, bay, calendula, citronella, fennel horseradish roots, lavender, lemon verbena, lovage root, marjoram, mint, nettle, pine needles, queen of the meadow, sage, rosemary, savory, thyme, vetiver root.
SOOTHING BATHS: catnip, chamomile, comfrey, elder, primrose, hyssop, jasmine, juniper berries, lemon balm, linden flowers, marshmallow root, maillot, mullein, passionflower flowers, roses, slippery elm inner bark, tansy, violet, Valerian root, vervain (whole plant). -------------------------------------------------------------
BODY SCRUB
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2 oz. Apricot kernel oil
1 oz. Sunflower oil 1 oz. Jojoba oil 1 oz. Rice bran or oat bran 6 Drops essential oil of Lavender or rosemary
Heat plant oils together. Mix in bran and essential oils. Stand on a large towel and gently rub mixture into the skin in small, circular motions. Work from the toes to the neck, avoiding the face. Rinse in a lukewarm shower, without soap. Give a blast of cold water and towel dry. -------------------------------------------------------------
Honey and Almond Scrub
1/2 Cold cream -- small jar
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BEAUTY BY CARINA 1 Tablespoon Honey Slivered almonds
Yeast/Lemon Juice Mask You just mix a bit of active dry yeast and some fresh lemon juice, enough to make a paste. Spread the paste on your face and allow it to dry, and then rinse with a warm washcloth.
This recipe exfoliates, clears pores, and dries acne without drying out your skin. If you have pimples that are particularly stubborn, you can apply a bit of the yeast and lemon juice mixture to the problem area and leave it on overnight. Milk and Honey Pedicure
Fill a footbath with water. Add honey to hot water. Use sugar as an exfoliate. Add 1 cup whole milk and a drop of almond oil for moisture. Soak for 15 minutes. Buttermilk Soak
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Buttermilk is an excellent skin conditioner and mild exfoliate. 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup warm water 1 tsp. almond or mint oil Combine ingredients with whisk or fork. Soak feet for 10-15 minutes. Rinse. Lotions and Smoothers
Almond Lotion
(Makes 8 Ounces) 1/8 tsp. borax 1/4 cup distilled water 1/2 cup almond oil 1 Tbsp. grated beeswax Combine borax and distilled water and set aside. Heat almond oil and beeswax together until beeswax is almost melted. Remove from heat and stir. Heat borax water to almost boiling. Slowly pour water into the heated oils while stirring with a wire whisk or a mixer. Once the
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BEAUTY BY CARINA water is completely mixed into the oils, allow the mixture to cool. If you would like, you could a drop of an essential oil of your choice to add fragrance. Banana foot lotion
2 bananas 1/2 cup honey 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup butter Mix ingredients. Spread all over feet, then cover feet with socks and go to sleep. Rinse the next morning. For a quick on the go alternative: Place a drop of vitamin E oil on every toe before bed and gently massage in. Athlete's Foot Disinfectant Solution
1 bulb of garlic 1/2 cup of vinegar Garlic is a natural anti-fungal and also makes a good moisturizer while the vinegar removes dry skin buildup. Take a bulb of garlic and carefully cut off the top, exposing the ends of the garlic cloves. Roast the entire bulb in the oven at 400 degrees for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven
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2 cups olive oil 10 peeled and pressed garlic cloves 1 cup of (lotion or scented oil) Put the pressed garlic and olive oil in a pot and cook over low heat (do not boil) for one hour. Let the mixture cool and add the (lotion). Of course before you add the lotion you could place some on a baguette just for good measure. Once you have mixed your cooled ingredients, rub the mixture all of your feet. Not only with this combo put essential oils back into your feet, the garlic acts as a natural anti-fungal and antibiotic to prevent athlete's foot. Peppermint Foot Gel
What feels better on tired feet than peppermint? 2 Tbsp. aloe Vera gel 1/2 Tbsp. peppermint oil Avocado Smoother
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1/2 avocado 1 cup of mayonnaise Squeeze of lemon Cut the avocado in half. Remove the pit and place it aside. Place 1/2 of the avocado in the fridge making sure to wrap it up. Place the other half in a salad and enjoy. Let the pit dry out for a day or two and then mash it up by hand or with a blender. It should break up in small pieces. Mix the avocado pit with the 1/2 that was in the fridge along with the mayo and squeeze of lemon. As good as this may sound to eat, it's for your feet. Avocado helps to prevent calluses while the mayo is an excellent conditioner. For extra medicine, add a beaten egg. Fruit Super-Smoother
3-5 strawberries 1 egg 1/4 cup of cream or milk Place all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth. Massage onto clean feet for 3-4 minutes. Rinse with warm water. Tropical Smoother
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1/2 ripe papaya 3 Tbsp. of cocoa butter 1 egg The papaya exfoliates while egg and cocoa butter moisturize for super-soft feet. Melt the butter in a saucepan and let cool. Mash up papaya in a bowl and then mix in egg and butter. Have a loved one massage into your feet and enjoy. Massage into tired feet until absorbed. Scrubs and Cleansers
Quaker's Foot Scrub
2 tablespoons oatmeal 2 tablespoons cornmeal 2 tablespoons wheat germ A light exfoliating paste, perfect for tired feet. Mix ingredients. Use as needed by grabbing a handful of the mixture and adding a splash of water no bowl necessary. Massage feet with paste for 2-3 minutes, adding water as needed. Rinse feet with warm water and slather on your favorite lotion. Your feet will feel smooth as silk.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Note: Store mixture in a sealed container. Keep refrigerated. California Foot Smoothie
1 banana 1 cup of plain yogurt 1/2 cup of orange juice Blend ingredients until smooth. As tempting as this is to drink, the astringent qualities of the bananas and O.J. added to the yogurt for moisturizing make a super California lather. Make a double batch for breakfast too. On The Run Instant Exfoliator
Combine table salt and liquid hand soap or mix lotion and sugar to exfoliate and help circulation. Sandy Beaches Scrub
1 handful of sand 1 cup of olive oil
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BEAUTY BY CARINA 1 squeeze of lemon Sand (any sand will do) is an excellent exfoliator and the olive oil will super-soften your soles. Mix ingredients in a bowl with a fork and massage into feet. Rinse. Apple Avocado Smoother
1/2 avocado 1 cup of grapefruit juice 1/2 apple The apple exfoliates. The avocado moisturizes. The grapefruit juice acts as an astringent. Mash the apple and mix them all together in a bowl and let your feet take a vacation as your slather them with this scrub. Wake Up Call Scrub
1/2 cup of oats 1/2 apple, diced 1/2 cup of honey
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Combine ingredients in bowl and mix with hands. Massage fruity goo onto feet and leave on for 2-3 minutes.
kin Cleanser (For all skin types)
1/2 cup plain yogurt 1 Tbsp. sunflower oil 1 1/2 tsp. fresh lemon juice Mix all ingredients together and place in a sealed container. Store in the refrigerator. Use 1 tsp. morning and night to cleanse face. Facial Cleansing Gel (For all skin types)
Add 2 tsp. flax seeds to a saucepan containing 1 1/2 cups of distilled water or herbal infusion. Bring to a boil and simmer gently for 15 minutes, stirring to prevent sticking. Remove from heat and cool. The mixture should thicken into a gel. Strain. To use, add enough finely ground oatmeal to the gel to make a smooth paste. Rub over the face and neck, leave a few minutes, and then rinse with warm water (not hot!) Steam Your Face
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The next step is to steam the face. Pour hot boiling water into a bowl and tent your head over the bowl. Dry herbs like peppermint or lavender can be added to the bowl for the rejuvenating properties (peppermint) or calming effect (lavender). Your next step is a face mask. Again, no need for expensive products, just a trip to the local grocery.
Herbal Facial Mask (Cleans and tightens pores)
1 Tbsp. honey 1 egg 1 tsp. crumbled dried chamomile flowers 1 tsp. finely chopped fresh mint Mix all ingredients in a small bowl. Apply the mixture to your face and neck. Let dry (10-15 minutes) and rinse off with warm water. Oatmeal Face Mask
1/2 cup of oatmeal
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BEAUTY BY CARINA 1 smashed avocado 1/3 cup of honey In a bowl mix smashed avocado with the honey, then continuously add oatmeal. When all ingredients are mixed well apply to face and relax. After 10-15 minutes, wash off with warm water. Do this once a week or when you desire relaxation. You won't believe the difference! Orange Yogurt Mask
1 tsp. plain yogurt The juice of 1/4 of an orange Stir to mix and then dip fingers into mixture and smooth onto face. The sensation is both cool and relaxing. Leave on for a five minutes and then rinse. If you are feeling sluggish, this is the perfect mask for you. *Yogurt will cleanse and nourish *The orange is full of Vitamin C and AHA's Peel-Off Mask Recipe
This mask will peel off your blackheads and tighten your skin. It is very strong, so those with sensitive skin may want to rinse this off instead of peeling it off. Do not use if you have acne.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA 1 tablespoon of unflavored gelatin 1 1/2 tablespoons of cold milk 1 egg white Vitamin E Oil (breaks open a capsule, or buys in a bottle) In a small pan mix the unflavored gelatin and the cold milk. Stir until melted over a very low flame. Once melted, remove from heat and let the gelatin mixture cool slightly. Then add one egg white. Mix until smooth, and when cool enough to touch, apply evenly over face. Do not apply on or directly under, your eyes or on your upper lip. Apply quickly before mixture hardens in pan. Apply enough to cover your skin but not too thickly. Lie on the couch and let it dry completely, about 30 minutes. Once dry, lift up a corner under your chin and peel off lightly in an upward motion. This will really tingle. Rinse face with lukewarm water and apply vitamin E. Tip: The vitamin E is for moisture. If you prefer, you can use your favorite moisturizer on your face instead.
Prune Porridge
This mask sounds and looks disgusting but is very soothing and good for a face tormented by sore underground pimples.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Pour 1/2 cup boiling water over 2 dried prunes in a bowl and leave until soft. Mash prunes. Use any leftover prune water in cooking about 1/2 cup oatmeal. Mix oatmeal with mashed prunes and enough honey to make a sticky mash that will adhere to the face. Apply while still warm (but not hot), leave 20 minutes and rinse off with warm water.
Toner for Your Face
Your last step is to apply a toner to your face. Then you will have a clean palette to apply your special makeup. Here are some great recipes for them.
Astringent
3 tsp. lemon extract Juice of one lime 1/2 cup rubbing alcohol Combine ingredients in a small bowl. Transfer to a jar and shake well. Store in the refrigerator. Tightens your pores, refreshes your skin, and helps remove oils from skin. Citrus Astringent
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1/2 thinly sliced lemon 1/2 thinly sliced orange 3/4 cup ethanol alcohol Combine lemon, orange, and alcohol in a blender and mix until fruits are pulverized. Strain liquid into a jar using a small strainer or cheesecloth. Tightens your pores, refreshes your skin, and helps remove oils from skin. Will keep 6 months refrigerated. Yield, 3/4 cup. Basic Toner
3 cups distilled water 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar Mix water and vinegar. Pour into a clean decanter and store in bathroom. Use daily after washing face by putting on a clean cotton ball or gauze and wiping face. BE CAREFUL NOT TO GET INTO EYES! Chamomile Astringent
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint (or 2 tbsp. dried)
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BEAUTY BY CARINA 2 tbsp. dried chamomile flowers, crushed 4 cups water Combine ingredients in a small saucepan. Boil for 10 minutes, then remove from heat and allow too steep for 5 minutes. Strain liquid into a jar, cover and refrigerate. Will keep 2 weeks refrigerated. Apply with cotton balls to skin. Especially good for very oily skin.
Chamomile Fields Shampoo
This shampoo smells similar to apples. It has antifungal and antibacterial properties. Either annual (Matric aria recutica) or perennial Roman Chamomile (Anthemis nobilis) species can be used. 4 bags of Chamomile tea (or 1 handful of fresh Chamomile flowers) 4 Tbsp. pure soap flakes 1 1/2 tablespoons glycerin Let the tea bags steep in 1 1/2 cups of boiled water for 10 minutes. Remove the tea bags and with the remaining liquid add the soap flakes. Let stand until the soap softens. Stir in glycerin until mixture is well blended. Pour into a bottle. Keep in a dark, cool place. Soap wart Shampoo
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Suitable for all hair types Soap wart: Saponaria officinalis contains saponins which is similar to soap. It lathers when agitated. Most health food stores carry this. Lemon Verbena: for a citrus fragrance Catnip: promotes healthy hair growth
2 cups water 1 1/2 Tbsp. dried soapwort root (chopped) 2 tsp. Lemon Verbena or 2 tsp. Catnip Bring water to a boil add soapwort and simmer, cover for about 20 minutes. Remove from heat, add herb then allow mixture to cool. Strain the mixture keeping the liquid. Pour into a bottle. Makes enough for 6-7 shampoos. Must be used within 8-10 days. Store in a cool dark place. Yucca Shampoo
Native American tribes in the Southwest have used Yucca to prevent hair loss and dandruff. The Yucca plant contains a substance called saponin which is a natural detergent. It is the saponin found in the Yucca Plant that creates foamy suds when agitated in water. Yucca is
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1 egg 1 tsp. olive oil 1 tsp. lemon juice 1 Tbsp. castile soap or mild unscented shampoo 1/2 cup water Combine all ingredients in a blender and whip until smooth. Use shampoo immediately. Herbal Secret Shampoo
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Don't except mountains of soapy lather from this shampoo, it has gentle cleaning power. To customize this recipes for different hair colors, do the following: For blonde hair, double the chamomile and omit the sage; for dark hair, double the sage and omit the chamomile; for Red hair, add cranberry juice and omit chamomile and sage; for oily hair, add 1/2 cup of lemon peel; and for dry hair, increase the marigold to 1/2 cup. Try to use fresh leaves if possible (2 Tbsp. dry herb equals about 6-8 leaves fresh). 1 Tbsp. sage 1 Tbsp. rosemary 1 Tbsp. nettle 1 Tbsp. peppermint 2 Tbsp. red clover 2 Tbsp. chamomile 1/4 cup orange peel 1/4 cup marigold flowers 1/4 cup birch buds and leaves 1 Tbsp. orrisroot 5 cups water 3/4 cup castile soap
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BEAUTY BY CARINA 2 Tbsp. aloe gel Few drops essential oil In medium pan, stir the water and spices and herbs and simmer for 15 minutes. Cover and let seep for about 30 minutes. Strain the liquid. In a blender, add 1 cup of the herb liquid with the aloe gel and blend on low speed until smooth. In a glass bowl, blend the soap and the remaining liquid. Whip with a wire whisk until smooth and frothy, and then add the liquid from the blender. Pour the mixture into containers of your choice and add the scent last, a few drops to each container. Shake to disperse the scent Shampoo will last for 1-2 months if kept in a cool dry place. Clarifying Shampoo
An inexpensive way to clarify your hair is to use your usual shampoo. During the first lather, take a handful of baking soda and work it into the lather thoroughly. Let it set for a few minutes, depending on how much styling buildup you have on your hair. Rinse and shampoo again without baking soda, then condition. The baking soda makes an excellent chelating aid. It is also advisable to clarify at least every two weeks to remove product buildup. Always clarify before doing a deep conditioning treatment. Otherwise, you will be conditioning over product buildup which really won't be beneficial. Chelating also removes traces of prescription drugs that build up in your hair. Rinses
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The next step is to rinse your hair and there are many options to this. You can choose one to highlight your hair color or for your hair type, the choice is yours. A cold water rinse is also very good for the hair and leaves it bright and shiny. For Light Hair
2 cups white vinegar 2 cups water 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup chamomile leaves Combine the ingredients and let boil for 15 minutes, Strain and cool and store in a tightly capped bottle. For Dark Hair
2 cups malt or red wine vinegar 2 cups water 1/4 cup sage
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Combine ingredients in pan and boil for 15 minutes and store in tightly capped bottle. For Red Hair
1 cup dark berry juice (any kind will do) 1/2 cup rose hips 1/2 cup cloves 1/4 cup strong black coffee Mix all ingredients. Distribute evenly throughout your hair. There will definitely be some left over, but put in as much of the mixture as your hair can hold. Leave on for 10 minutes, and then rinse thoroughly with warm water and let dry. This will keep red hair vibrant and never dull. For Damaged Hair
1/4 cup sea kelp 1 cup either lemon or sage rinse Combine the kelp and rinse in pint or quart size jar, putting lid on lightly and shake. Apply generously to freshly shampooed hair, leave on twenty minutes and then rinse thoroughly. For Normal Hair
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1/2 cup white vinegar 1/2 cup water 2 Tbsp. rosemary 2 Tbsp. red clover 2 Tbsp. nettle Combine all ingredients and boil to a rolling boil. Decrease heat and let simmer for 15 minutes. Cover and let seep for thirty minutes. Strain and bottle into glass or plastic container. Apple Cider Softness
1-2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar 3 cups distilled water Pour over your hair as the final rinse. It will leave your hair feeling soft. Good for all hair types. Green Tea Rinse
2 bags green tea 2 cups boiling water make green tea as if you were going to drink it. Steep for at least 30 minutes. Cool and then rinse hair for smooth and shiny hair. Dandruff Control Rinse
1 cup cider vinegar 6 aspirins crushed
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For everyday conditioning try one of these wonderful conditioners. Lavender-and-Rosemary Scalp Treatment
2 tsp. vodka 2 Tbsp. water 6 drops essential oil of rosemary 10 drops essential oil of lavender 4 drops essential oil of rose geranium Mix ingredients together (makes enough for several treatments). Bottle and shake. Massage a small amount onto the scalp (hair may be dry or damp). Do not rinse. Towel dry. Alcohol and herbal oils invigorate and stimulate the scalp while adding fresh fragrance to the hair. High Protein Scalp Conditioner
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This high-protein, all-natural hair conditioner will help to dislodge any debris or pollution that may be clogging the tiny openings in your scalp. This conditioner will open the tiny openings for better passage of nutrients into your hair. This scalp conditioner also enriches the hair, helping to make it stronger and more lustrous. Blend together, preferably in an electric blender:
1 cup fresh skimmed milk 1 egg yolk (separated from the egg white) 2 capsules of wheat germ oil contents (you may have to open up capsules and squeeze the contents out) 1 Tbsp. of fresh wheat germ The contents of 1 Tbsp. of lecithin granules (you may need to open capsules) 1 Tbsp. natural wheat bran (available in bulk also) Note: You may find all of the above ingredients at a health food store. It is unlikely that your local grocery store will carry most of the ingredients other than the milk and eggs. Slowly and firmly massage the mixture into your scalp. Leave the mixture on for about 10 minutes. If you cover your head with a shower cap or you drape a towel around your head and
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Egg Conditioner
1 tsp. baby oil 1 egg yolk 1 cup water Beat the egg yolk until it's frothy, add the oil then beat again. Add to the water. Massage into the scalp and throughout your hair. Rinse well. Herbal Scalp Tonic
1/4 cup Distilled water 1/8 cup Witch hazel water 1 Tbsp. Burdock Tincture 1/4 tsp. Vitamin C (Powered Vitamin C can be bought a health food store)
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Now it's time for a deep conditioning and I bet you're wondering when the brand-new paint brush would come into play. Well, here it is. This is what you apply the deep conditioning pastes with. Banana Hair Mask
1 organic ripened banana 2 Tbsp. plain organic yogurt 2 tsp. organic wheat germ oil 1/4 tsp. of lecithin 1/8 tsp. of organic honey 2 tsp. of sweetened condensed milk
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BEAUTY BY CARINA 2-4 drops of ylang ylang essential oil The ylang ylang essential is used to give a special relaxing and soothing effect. Not only does this magnificent oil calm and soothe raw nerves and emotions, it is famous as a softening agent for skin and scalps. Mix all ingredients and apply with paint brush. Wrap hair in saran wrap or shower cap and then apply hot towel. This can be a wet towel that you have wet with hot water from the tap or a towel warmed in the dryer or microwave. Leave on for one hour or can be left on overnight if applied one hour before bedtime so it dries somewhat on hair. Rinse with warm water and apply hair rinse, if desired. Tropical Conditioner
1 avocado (peeled and mashed) coconut milk Combine mashed avocado with some coconut milk. Mash together until its smooth and about as thick as shampoo. Comb it through the hair and let sit for 10 -15 minutes, wash out. Dry and Breaking Hair Conditioner
Before washing or even wetting hair, put about 1/6 - 1/4 cup of olive oil (closer to 1/6 for shorter hair, and closer to 1/4 for longer, thicker hair) on it and work it through from the scalp to the ends. Leave it on for about 10 or 15 minutes. After that, you can shampoo and condition as
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For people with really kinky, curly, dry ethnic hair, try this for a deep conditioner: 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup bland oil (either grape seed/almond/sesame) Put in a little pot, heat it until warm. Apply to hair, put a plastic bag over your hair and leave it for 30 minutes. Wash and condition as usual. The result; hair feels soft and moisturized. You can forgo the bland veggie oil if you want to, but I find that it helps the honey and oil to 'flow'. Or, you could try and investing in some jojoba oil and follow the same instructions for deep conditioning above. Jojoba oil contains the same sebellum as our skin, so it conditions without weighing hair down. Super body Hair Treat
2 Tbsp. Molasses
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BEAUTY BY CARINA 2 Tbsp. unflavored gelatin 1 Tbsp. sweetened condensed milk 1 Tbsp. stale beer Combine ingredients in small bowl. Comb or brush into hair. Cover hair with a plastic shower cap and leave in for 30 minutes. Shampoo and rinse. Avocado Scalp Pack
1 egg 1/2 avocado, peeled and mashed 2 Tbsp. wheat germ oil Beat egg until frothy, either in a blender or by hand. Then add the avocado and the oil and beat until smooth. Use immediately. Apply with paint brush and then cover head and leave on for 30 minutes. Cover with warm towel. Rinse with warm water and a little shampoo. Natural Hair Coloring
Wash your hair with one of the following rinses. Pour the selected rinse through your hair 15 times, re-rinsing with the same liquid. On the final rinse, wring hair, and leave for 15 minutes before rinsing with clear water.
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1 cup lemon juice 3 cups chamomile tea (brewed and cooled) Mix ingredients, pour over damp hair then let sit for an hour while you sit in the sun. Wash out. Follow with a good conditioner. NOTE: This process must be repeated daily for a few weeks before you notice any changes. How To Make Your Hair Blonde
1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice Take the lemon juice and rub it into your dry clean hair and sit in the sun for a few hours, rinse out and repeat until hair is blonder! Enhance Red Hair Ingredients
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1/2 cup beet juice 1/2 cup carrot juice Mix ingredients together, pour over damp hair. Let it sit for 1 hour while you sit in the sun. Wash out. Covering Gray
Simmer 1/2 cup dried sage in 2 cups water for 30 minutes, and then steep for several hours. Apply to hair and leave on until dried. Then rinse and dry. Repeat weekly, until desired shade, then monthly to maintain color. Sage and a Bit of Rosemary Natural Hair Color
To make a strong rosemary and sage tea, use equal amounts of rosemary and sage to 1 cup of water. Combine ingredients and steep for 10 minutes. Strain and refrigerate it, use liquid for the colorant. Now before washing hair, spray it on the base of the grey patches of hair, massaging it in. Leave it for 5 - 10 minutes and then wash as usual and care for your hair as you normally do. After a few weeks of this (do this almost daily), you will find the grey is disappearing. After using the sage, the normal coloring returns to the hair. It is not a 'color-change' shocker, and it
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BEAUTY BY CARINA softens and allows you to control the curls, and the amount of grey. When you stop using it, the grey gradually returns and it is even prettier than the time before. "Funky" Colored Hair
If you want more "funky" colored looking hair like green, for example. Then use Koolaid with a cup and a half of water - NO SUGAR ADDED! Leave hair in the Kool-Aid mix for about 10 to 15 minutes. Let it dry and there you have it! Green (or whatever color of Kool-Aid mix) hair! Caution, this is permanent until your hair grows out! To Obtain Black Hair
Obtain a cup of dry rosemary seeds and boil in a gallon of water for ten minutes or until water changes to a dark color. After every shower, apply it to the hair. Dry excess rosemary water from hair with towel and style as usual. Natural Hairspray
The finishing touches are two recipes for Natural Hairspray Honey Hair Spray
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This great for light hair but can be used on any color hair 2 lemons, sliced 2 cups hot water Place lemon slices and water in pan and bring to a boil. Immediately reduce heat and simmer uncovered until the water is reduced by half about 30 minutes. Remove and cool. Strain through cheese cloth and squeeze out all the juice. Pour into pump type bottle. Will keep two months in refrigerator.
Sugar Scrubs
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1/2 cup brown sugar 2 heaping tablespoons almond oil Few drops of honey 3 to 5 drops of your favorite essential oil Or 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon jojoba oil 1 tablespoon almond oil 2 teaspoons honey 5-7 drops orange essential oil Dash of cinnamon Here's what you do: Mix ingredients thoroughly in a glass bowl. In the shower, gently scrub all over body.
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1/2 cup white sugar 3 Tbsp. coconut milk or oil 3 Tbsp. almond or jojoba oil 1/2 cup fresh papaya and guava Mix sugar and coconut milk or oil with almond or jojoba oil. Puree fruit in a blender or food processor, stir into oil and sugar mixture. Exfoliate with dry brush or exfoliation gloves, rinse off in shower. Pat dry (skin should be damp) and apply mixture from feet to head in circular motions always towards the heart. Rinse with warm water, pat dry, and enjoy silky smooth, sweet-smelling skin! Body Wraps
Clay Body Wrap (for oily skin)
1 cup bentonite or green clay 1/4 cup sea salt
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BEAUTY BY CARINA 2 Tbsp. olive oil 2 cups water Boil water and add sea salt until it is dissolved. Add remaining ingredients and stir. Adjust the water if necessary to form a wet paste. Rub the mixture over your entire body and cover yourself with a sheet. Avocado Moisture Body Wrap (for dry skin)
1 very ripe avocado 1 cup of heavy cream 1/4 cup of aloe Vera gel Lots of towels Plastic wrap Here's what you do: Blend avocado pulp, cream and aloe Vera gel to a thick paste. Place lots of old towels down where you will nap later. Apply paste to body. Wash hands and loosely wrap over masked areas. Lie down and relax for one hour. Rinse. Oatmeal Wrap (for soft and smooth skin)
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BEAUTY BY CARINA 1 cup of oatmeal not the instant kind 1 cup of warm milk Mix oatmeal and milk into a paste and apply to body. Rest one hour and rinse off. Removing Extra Hair
Body Sugaring is a natural way to remove the hair that you don't want from your body. Basically, you are making a cooked paste out of white sugar and other ingredients that you will spread on your legs and, using strips of cloth, removing the hair. You will need a stove and pot to cook the sugar mixture in and an old sheet to cut up into strips or a couple of yards of cheap broadcloth from Wal-Mart. The strips can be used again by washing in a lingerie bag in your washer. Body Sugar Recipe
1-7/8 cups of white sugar 1/4 cup water 1/4 cup lemon juice Use a fairly large, heavy pan because the sugar will foam up as it boils. Mix the ingredients in the pan and put on medium heat. Boil gently until a candy thermometer reads 120 degrees C.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA The mixture will turn an amber color as it cooks. Take it off the heat, let it cool a bit and pour into a container. A wide shallow one works best - if you have a tall container, the paste tends to get all over the stick. When cooled, it should be quite thick. To use the paste, either microwaves it (careful-it heats up fast) or boils some water and let the jar sit in the hot water for about 5 minutes. Be sure to test the temperature *very* carefully before you put a lot on your skin. Test a bit on the palm of your hand where the skin is a little thicker and tougher. Use a craft stick, like a tongue depressor, to spread the paste. The paste works best when it is very warm, it spreads thinner that way.
Take a bit of paste on the stick and spread it on, as thin as you can, in the direction of the hair growth. Put a strip on the paste and press it on firmly. Pull the strip off against the direction of the hair growth. Be sure to hold your skin taut, and pull the strip directly back, not up. You can use the same strip a couple of times. To clean up, all you need is soap and water. You can cream your legs after with a good natural lotion
Coconut Body Scrub
1 cup sea salt (regular will do if that's all you have) 1 Tbsp. organic coconut oil (this can be substituted for any oil or even butter (like Shea)
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Coconut Clay Body Mask
1 cup kaolin clay (this is the best for sensitive skin but you can use green clay too) 1 tsp. glycerin Enough coconut milk to make a nice thick paste. Preparation:
Bring both bowls into your bathroom. Since my bathroom is cold (weather isn't good right now), I brought in a small heater to heat it. Make sure the bathroom is really warm before you start. Stand in your tub and wet your body. Turn the shower off, and then use the scrub on your body using a circular motion, avoiding cuts/scrapes or freshly shaved areas. Do not use this on your face. Rinse, then pat dry. Spread the clay mask all over your body. This can be used on your face but I didn't do that. Sit in your dry tub for about 20 minutes until the mask starts to dry. I found that the parts where I
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Rinse the mask off, and then pat dry. Apply a nice lotion.
Rosemary Rosmarinus officinal is
This delightfully refreshing scented herb has antibacterial and antifungal properties and is used extensively in hair care products for its tonic properties. Lav/rose oil
Lavender/Rosemary Hair Oil This recipe is courtesy of Jeanne Rose "Kitchen Cosmetics"
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1 oz. oil of Rosemary
1/8 oz. oil of Lavender
Quantity: Enough for about 6 months of use.
To Make: Simply mix the two oils together and store in the dark or in a small amber or lightproof bottle.
To Use: Put a few drops of the oil on your palm, brush your palm against your hairbrush and then brush your hair.
Tip: Proper Hair Brushing: Every day, rain or shine, men and women should thoroughly brush the hair. Brushing dislodges dirt and distributes the natural hair oils. Bend at the waist (this increases circulation to the scalp) and massage the scalp with fingertips. Then brush hair starting at the nape of the neck with long easy strokes from nape to ends. Follow each of the
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Cucumber recipes
Apple recipes
Apple
A fruit that contains Calcium, Iron and Vitamin A. antioxidant, astringent and toning.
It's properties include antibacterial,
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Aphrodite Apple Mask This recipe is courtesy of Noreen Finnegan "Incredible Edible Spa"
1 T Applesauce
1 T Wheat Germ
To Make: Pure apple in a blender or add applesauce to a small bowl. Mix in the wheat germ to form a paste.
To Use: Apply to washed, scrubbed, and steamed face. Allow mask to set for 10-15 minutes. Tone then moisturizes.
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Coffee recipes
Coffee
This aromatic bean contains Magnesium and Vitamin E. It's properties include antioxidant, antibacterial, exfoliating, and stimulating.
Invigorating scrub
Invigorating Coffee Scrub This recipe is courtesy of Noreen Finnegan "Incredible Edible Spa"
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1 T Salt (optional)
To Make: Brew a fresh pot of coffee. Enjoy a cup, if you like. Put grounds (and salt) in a small bowl. Use grounds within 20 minutes of brewing before oxidation occurs.
To Use: Scrub mixture over entire body while in the shower. Rinse. Tone. Moisturize.
Cucumber Cucumis sativa
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Cucumber- Honey Toner
1 medium Cucumber, peeled and cut up into pieces
2 tsp. Honey
Puree cucumber in a blender. Line a sieve with cheesecloth and set the sieve over a glass bowl or measuring cup. Pour the cucumber puree through the sieve and let it stand for 15 minutes for the juices to drip into the bowl. Pour the clear juice into a clean bottle and add honey.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA To use, shake the bottle and saturate a cotton pad with the lotion. Sweep over face, neck and chest morning and night, and let it air dry (about 3 to 4 minutes). Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Makes about 1/2 cup.
Cucumber hair treatment
Cucumber Hair Drench
If you swim in a chlorinated pool for exercise on a regular basis, the same damage you've noticed happening to your skin and bathing suit, is happening to your hair, as well. Try this treatment at home to keep chlorine damage to a minimum.
1 egg
1 eggshell's worth of olive oil
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Blend the egg, olive oil and peeled cucumber. Spread evenly through your hair, leave on for 10 minutes, and then thoroughly rinse. For the best results year-round, continue this treatment monthly.
Avocado recipes
Avocado Persea Americana
Rich in vitamins A, D, E, potassium, sulfur and chlorine, this fruit is used in facial and hair packs and is deep penetrating.
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This mask combines avocados, which are rich in Vitamin E, with carrots, which are high in betacarotene and antioxidants, and cream, which is high in calcium and protein. These ingredients will rebuild skin collagen, improve tone and texture, and fade age spots. 1 avocado, mashed 1 carrot, cooked and mashed 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 egg, beaten 3 tablespoons honey Combine all ingredients in a bowl until smooth. Spread gently over your face and neck, and leave in place 10-15 minutes. Rinse with cool water and follow with your favorite toner.
Kiwi recipes
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This fruit is high in vitamin C and has enzymatic and detergency properties making it helpful for skin and hair preparations.
Kiwi cleanser
Kiwi Facial Cleanser (for dry or oily skin)
1 kiwi fruit
2 tablespoons of plain yogurt
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1 tablespoon apricot or almond oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon finely ground almonds
2 drops orange (or your favorite citrus) essential oil
Puree the kiwi fruit in a food processor until liquid. During processing, add yogurt, orange water, almond or apricot oil, and ground almonds. Process until thick and cream like. Add essential and stir to mix. To apply, massage gently over neck, face and dcollet to cleanse. Rinse well. Makes one application.
thyme recipes
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Thyme Thymus vulgaris
This herb is used for its toning, refreshing and disinfectant properties. thyme/fennel cleanser
Thyme and Fennel Seed Cleanser (for normal skin) This recipe is courtesy of www.Spaindex.com
Fennel has been used throughout history as an aid to digestion or as a slight diuretic. As an infusion, fennel seeds can be gently cleansing and toning for the skin, and they can help reduce puffiness and superficial irritation. Thyme, which is used in antiseptic preparations, is a good
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BEAUTY BY CARINA astringent. Because this cleanser is very gentle, it can be used each morning. Dab it on your face and neck with a cotton ball, and rinse.
2 sprigs fresh thyme, crumbled (or 1/2 T dried Thyme)
2 teaspoons fennel seeds, crushed
1/2 cup boiling water
Juice of Half Lemon
Mix the thyme and fennel seed in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Add lemon juice and steep for 15 minutes. Strain the infusion and store the liquid in a jar, in the refrigerator.
pumpkin recipes
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A member of the Gourd family, pumpkins are high in vitamin C for all-around tissue building and healing. Pumpkin treatment
Papya pumpkin mask
2/3 cup fresh papaya, mashed
15 oz. can pure pumpkin
1 egg, beaten
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1. Prepare the mask. Cut the papaya in half and scoop out the seeds. Scoop out the papaya fruit and mash it well to eliminate lumps in the mask. Beat the egg until it is frothy. Combine that with the papaya. Add the pumpkin to the egg/papaya mixture and whip together. You can also mix the ingredients in the blender or a food processor for an extra smooth mask.
2. Prepare your face. Wash with your daily cleanser and remove all residual makeup on your skin. Rinse with warm water. It's very important to have clean skin to ensure you get maximum benefits from the facial.
3. Apply the Mask. Cover your entire face, being careful to avoid the immediate eye area. If you have sensitive skin, test the mixture on your hand before spreading it on your face. You'll feel some tingling as the enzymes in the pumpkin go to work immediately -- gently exfoliating your top layer of skin. It works like a scrub without being abrasive to your skin. Leave the mask on for 10 minutes.
4. Rinse off Mask. After you've relaxed for ten minutes it's time to rinse. The mask is fairly thick -- head for the kitchen sink.
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ginger recipes
Ginger Zingiber officinale
Used for its warming and invigorating properties in topical preparations, making it useful for massage oils and creams. ginger creme
Ginger Skin Creme This recipe is courtesy of www.Spaindex.com
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Ginger invigorates, and oil soothes. Try this double dose for dry skin.
2-inch piece of fresh ginger
2 teaspoons light sesame oil
2 teaspoons apricot kernel oil
2 teaspoons vitamin E oil
cup cocoa butter
Preheat oven on lowest setting. Finely grate the ginger just enough so that you have about an 1/8 teaspoon of ginger "juice." To obtain the juice, squeeze the freshly grated ginger over a small bowl. Place the ingredients (including the ginger) in a glass container and heat just until the
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lavender recipes
Lavender Lavandula spp.
This beautiful flowers properties include: relaxant, antispasmodic, tonic for the nervous system, antibacterial, analgesic, and antiseptic. It's a mood lifter. lavender wash
Spa Index Lavender Hand and Foot Wash This recipe is courtesy of www.Spaindex.com
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Use this wash to relieve red and inflamed hands and feet.
1/2 cup dried Lavender Flowers
1/2 cup finely chopped Fresh Sage
2 cups of water
8 drops of Lavender Oil
In a saucepan, combine lavender flowers, sage and water. Simmer, covered, on low heat for 20 minutes. Strain mixture through cheesecloth and let cool. Discard the solids, retain the liquid. Add Lavender Oil, shake to emulsify, and then apply to hands and feet with a soft wash cloth or cotton pads. Repeat as necessary, or desired.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA lavender bath Lavender- Honey Milk Bath This recipe is courtesy of www.honey.com National Honey Board
3 T dried Lavender flowers*
1 1/2 cups whole mild, cream, or combination
1/3 cup Honey
Process lavender flowers in a blender until they become a powder, turning off the blender and scraping down the sides as necessary. Whisk together lavender powder, milk and honey in a glass bowl, then pour into a jar. Before each use, shake the jar and pour half of the mixture into the bath. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Makes enough for 2 baths.
*Dried lavender flowers can be found in the spice section of gourmet and specialty stores.
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strawberry recipes
Strawberry
Frugaria
This fruit contains several polyphenols that have high antioxidant capacity. They are also high in Vitamin C which is also a potent antioxidant. strawberry exfoliant
Strawberry Hand and Foot Exfoliant This recipe is courtesy of www.Spaindex.com
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8-10 Strawberries
2 tablespoons Apricot Oil (you may substitute olive oil)
1 teaspoon of coarse salt, such as Kosher Salt, or Sea Salt
Mix together all ingredients, massage into hands and feet, rinse, and pat dry. Strawberries contain a natural fruit acid which aids in exfoliation.
strawberry moisturizer
Strawberry Cream (for oily or normal skin) This recipe is courtesy of Jeanne Rose "Herbs & Things"
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BEAUTY BY CARINA 1/2 oz. white beeswax
1 1/2 oz. sweet almond oil
1 oz. apricot kernel oil
1 oz. strawberry juice (or apricot or peach or honey-dew melon)
8 drops tincture of benzoin (known to be STRONG sensitizer)
Wash, drain, and mash 4-5 large strawberries. Squeeze out the juice and strain through muslin or cheesecloth. Heat the beeswax and the oils together in a double boiler until the wax is melted. Remove from the heat and add the juice quickly. Beat the mixture until it is fluffy. Add the benzoin and beat until it is cool. You must beat the mixture until it cools or else it will separate.
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peach recipes Peach
Prunus persica
Some of the properties of this fruit are: Antitumor, Laxative, and Sedative. It's perfect for fresh use because of its lovely scent.
peach skin
Peach Lotion (for dry or normal skin) This recipe is courtesy of Jeanne Rose "Herbs & Things"
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4 drops tincture of Benzoin (known to be STRONG sensitizer)
2 oz. coconut or sweet almond oil
1 1/2 oz. orange flower water and 1 or 2 drops orange oil
Wash, drain, mash, and then strain the juice from 1 peach through muslin or cheesecloth. Add to it 4 drops of tincture of benzoin, 2 oz. coconut or sweet almond oil, 1 1/2 oz. orange flower water and 1 or 2 drops orange oil. Beat together until it is fluffy and pour into a clean 4 oz container. It will keep for a longer period if you store it in the refrigerator. Use the lotion to moisturize your skin whenever it feels dry.
chamomile recipes
Chamomile
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Matricaria recutita
Long known for its calming, sedating effects, it makes a beautiful hair rinse for blond hair as well as has calming anti-inflammatory effects for sensitive skin. chamomile balm
SharAmbrosia Chamomile Lip Balm This recipe is courtesy of SharAmbrosia
1/2 tsp. Macadamia Nut oil
1/2 tsp. Jojoba oil
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1/2 tsp. Cocoa butter
1/2 tsp. Beeswax
1/2 tsp. Chamomile flowers (dried)
In a double-boiler, melt 1/2 tsp. Macadamia Nut oil, 1/2 tsp. jojoba oil, 1/2 tsp. lanolin and 1/2 tsp. Cocoa butter until it is liquefied. Add 1/2 tsp. of dried Chamomile flowers and stir gently for about 10 minutes. Strain the mixture with a very fine sieve into a small Pyrex ramekin and clean the area of the double boiler where you had the mixture (Dry the area well). Pour the new strained mixture back into the double boiler and reheat. Add another 1/2 tsp. of lanolin and 1/2 tsp. of beeswax shavings. Heat and stir until liquefied completely. Remove from the heat and pour into a 1/2 oz. amber or cobalt container. This is enough for personal use. To use on dry hands, or to give as gifts, you'll want to double or triple this recipe.
This is a very soothing formula that has real "staying" power.
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banana recipes
Banana
Musa sapentium L
This fruit is rich in Potassium and have wonderful emollient properties when used as hair or skin treatments. banana masque
SharAmbrosia Banana Facial Masque This recipe is courtesy of SharAmbrosia
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1 T Honey
1/2 teaspoon Jojoba oil
1 T Yogurt
1 egg white
1 T Kaolin (white) clay
In a small mixing bowl, whisk the egg white, then blend in the Yogurt, Jojoba oil, Honey and then the Kaolin clay until it becomes a smooth creamy mixture. In a separate bowl, mash up the banana until it is smooth, then blend into the first mixture.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA The best way to use this masque is while sitting in the tub because it is a bit messy. Apply to the entire face, neck and shoulder area. As it sits, keep applying more while you build the masque up as well as massage it in. Let sit for at least 10-15 minutes and then remove with a warm washcloth. Finish with a tonic or hydrosol on a cotton ball to remove any excess product from the skin, then moisturize as usual.
This is a wonderful softening and firming treatment in one.
lemon recipes
Lemon
Citrus limonum
This fruit provides a cooling, refreshing and uplifting feeling as well as having bleaching, exfoliating and anti-viral properties.
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Lemon Mint Elbow Bleach Jeanne Rose "Kitchen Cosmetics"
1/2 C Mint Water
1/2 Lemon, squeezed
To Make: Make a thick infusion of Peppermint, strain out the herb and to 1/2 cup of the liquid add the Lemon juice. Mix together.
To Use: While studying or working, apply this liquid with cotton pads to the elbows; let it dry and make another application. Repeat applications 3 or 4 times. Do not remove.
Why: The Lemon juice acts as a bleach, the Mint as a soothing aromatic astringent.
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lemon hair spray
Hair Spray for Fine Hair Jeanne Rose "Kitchen Cosmetics"
1 Lemon
2 C Water
Quantity: Makes about 1 to 1 1/2 cups of Lemon Hair Spray.
To Make: Chop up the Lemon in a wooden bowl so that you don't lose any of the juice. Add the chopped Lemon to the water in the top of a double boiler. Simmer the mixture until the liquid has been reduced by half. Strain through cheesecloth or fine silk cloth and pour the
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BEAUTY BY CARINA liquid into a bottle that will fit a pump-type sprayer. A washed and rinsed Windex bottle will do for your spray container. Add 1/2 cup of water to thin the mixture if necessary.
To Use: Spray your hair with this mixture whenever necessary. Since it is gentle, with not alcohol or chemical additions, it can be used on children's hair too. Should be made fresh every few days and kept in the fridge between uses.
Tip No. 1: One cup of the Lemon Hair Spray can be preserved with 1 oz. or more of Bay Rum.
Tip No. 2: Substitute an Orange for the Lemon for dry hair.
kelp recipes
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Fucus vesiculosis
Used in lotions for its skin-softening qualities. Antioxidant, Antitumor, Emollient kelp masque
Its properties include: Antibacterial,
SharAmbrosia Kelp Firming Masque This recipe is courtesy of SharAmbrosia
This mask treatment will help to soften and firm your skin at the same time.
3 T Yogurt
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1 tsp. Organic Powdered Kelp
1 tsp. Honey
Place 3 tablespoons of plain yogurt into a small dish. Add the powdered Kelp, stir well. Add the honey and stir until all three ingredients are blended into a smooth consistency. To use: Cleanse face, apply the mask all over face, neck and shoulder area. Massage lightly (the Kelp acts as beauty grains to promote exfoliation). Leave on for about 5-10 minutes. Remove with a warm washcloth. Use a tonic or hydrosol on a cotton ball for complete removal. Apply your moisturizer as usual. Kelp contains iodine, so those with iodine allergies should not use this mask.
rose recipes
Rose
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Rosa spp.
Beyond this flowers heavenly scent lies its properties: antidepressant, astringent, cleansing, antiviral, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, as well as aphrodisiac. night rose lotion
rosebath
Sumptuous Rose Bath This recipe is courtesy of Noreen Finnegan "Incredible Edible Spa"
1 Cup Rose Petals OR
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1/2 Cup Coconut Milk
To Make: Draw a warm bath. Add the Rose petals (or any type of pesticide-free edible flower) or Rose Water and Coconut Milk.
To Use: Slip in tub and relax for 10-15 minutes. Rinse, tone, then moisturize.
Night-Time Rose Creamy Lotion Jeanne Rose "Kitchen Cosmetics"
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BEAUTY BY CARINA 20 fl. oz. Almond oil
16 fl. oz. Rosewater to which have been added 1 oz. dried red Rose petals, this soaked for 3 days, then strained out and removed
3 oz. Beeswax Essence of Rose, if desired
To make: Into a water bath or the top of a double boiler put the oil and the wax. Heat until the wax is dissolved and then remove pot from the fire. Add the Rosewater slowly, beating all the while, and beat until it is cool. At this point add the essence of Rose a drop at a time, if you like. Beat the creamy lotion until cold, pour into a bottle and store away for use.
To use: This lotion makes an excellent Rose Cold Cream to remove old grimy dirt or makeup. Simply apply with clean fingertips and remove with fine tissue. Then you might take a
teaspoonful of cornmeal in each palm and rub the hands and face well with it. Rinse with warm water and then cold. smoothing. Pat the remaining fine film of cream into the skin for night-time
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Why: Almond oil and Rosewater as we know is an excellent moisturizing lubricant for normal to dry to sensitive skin; cornmeal is a gentle tonic stimulating to the tissues and acts as a "beauty grain".
Tip: Whenever making fine cosmetics always use a porcelain or glass pot. Some beauty experts recommend stainless steel cooking pots but these often leach poisonous heavy metals into the enclosed liquids. Nonmetal is best for herbs.
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Rose Cream for Day Use Jeanne Rose "Kitchen Cosmetics"
6 fl. oz. Almond oil
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2 oz. Beeswax
1 heaping tsp. anhydrous Lanolin
1 tsp. Borax dissolved in 4 fl. oz. Rosewater
2 tsp. Zinc Oxide rubbed into a smooth cream with 4 fl. oz. Almond oil
10-20 drops oil of Rose
Quantity: Makes enough for about three 4 oz. cream jars.
To Make: Heat the beeswax and the lanolin gently in a water bath. Do not let the wax simmer or burn. Remove from heat and add the Almond oil slowly. Add the zinc oxide-Almond oil cream beating the mixture continuously. Add the borax-Rosewater and beat until cool. Add
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To Use: This makes an excellent everyday cream that can be used under makeup or as a moisturizer. Simply rub gently onto face, hands or throat. As a throat moisturizer the cream is excellent, especially when rubbed in with a large marble or small avocado pit. rub in gentle circular motions while looking up into the sky, thereby stretching and stimulating your neck muscles.
Why: Almond oil replaces necessary body oils; Rosewater is a gentle astringent and moisturizer replacing liquid to the cells and tightening the skin; lanolin is a potent emollient and very much like human oils; borax is a skin softener and will help to produce a very white cream while its disadvantage is that it often adds a grainy texture; zinc oxide is useful for healing reddened, sore or irritated skin.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Rose Eye Wash for Sore, Tired or Irritated Eyes Jeanne Rose "Kitchen Cosmetics"
1 oz. Rosewater
8 oz. Water
9 Rosebuds
Quantity: Makes 3-8 eye or face washes.
To Make: In a small covered enamel pot, bring the Rosebuds and water to a slow boil, lower the heat, remove the cover and simmer for a minute or two until some of the water boils off. Strain out the liquid into a clean container and refrigerate. When cool, add the Rosewater to 4 oz. of the herbal liquid. You must use this liquid within 3 days.
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Tip No. 1: You can also add 1 oz. Rosewater directly to 4 oz. of distilled or boiled water, without using the Rosebuds called for above and bottle the liquid. This will not spoil and may be used at your leisure.
Tip No. 2: Rosewater may be purchased at any old-fashioned pharmacy, herb or nutrition store and in most fine liquor stores (Rosewater is often used in fine mixed drinks). You might also find it available in Turkish or Middle Eastern specialty shops.
orange recipes
Orange
Citrus aurantium
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This fruit is loaded with Vitamin C and has astringent properties making it good for oily skins. orange
orangescrub
Refreshing Orange Scrub This recipe is courtesy of Noreen Finnegan "Incredible Edible Spa"
1/2 of an Orange
4 T Cornmeal
To Make: Squeeze orange juice and pulp into a bowl and add the cornmeal. Mix into a paste.
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bath
Orange-Citrus Bath Herbs
Jeanne Rose "Kitchen Cosmetics"
Use only dried materials.
1 oz. Orange peel, CS (Cut and Sifted)
1 oz. Orange flowers, WH (Whole)
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1 oz. Lemon peel, CS
1 oz. Comfrey leaves, CS
Camomile, WH
1 oz. Almond meal
Quantity: Makes 6-12 baths.
To Make: Mix together and store away for use.
To Use: At bath time you may, 1) put a large handful of the mixed herbs into a muslin bag and drop the bag in the hot tub; 2) drop the herbs directly into the water; 3) put the herbs into a perforated metal ball available in the cooking section of department stores and often used in the cooking of rice; 4) make an infusion of herbs and strain the liquid into the tub.
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Why: In this bath mixture, Orange peel soothes the skin, Orange flowers impart fragrance, Lemon peel is an astringent, Comfrey leaves are a healing emollient and astringent, Camomile is soothing and a healer, and Almond meal adds a slippery feel.
Tip: There are several kinds of metal balls used in cooking rice. Some have chains attached that can be hung from the edge of pot or tub. One small 3" diameter ball I purchased came equipped with a cork float that was perfect in my tub. Now I can always keep track of my bath ball.
almond recipes
Almonds
Amygdalus communis
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Almonds - A Treatment for Hands
This recipe is courtesy of Jeanne Rose "Kitchen Cosmetics"
Soft kid gloves
1 C Almond meal
1 T Comfrey root, PO (Powdered)
1 T Parsley, PO
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Some raw Egg
1 tsp. Tincture of Benzoin (known to be STRONG sensitizer)
Quantity: Makes about 12 beautifying hand treatments.
To Make: Mix the herbs and Almond meal together and store away. When your hands need care, take about 2 tablespoons of the herbal mixture and mix in a small bowl with a bit of the morning's egg (before it is cooked of course), the Benzoin, and enough Honey to make a thick but non-drippy goo.
To Use: About once a month when your hands get dry and chapped or red and rough, pat a thick layer of the goo all over your hands, massaging around each and every finger and then ask someone to put on the gloves for you. Go to bed.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Why: During the night the Almond will smooth, the Comfrey heal, the Benzoin protect, the Parsley medicate and the Honey will soothe all those problems that your hands have accumulated during the month. Kid gloves are important because they do not absorb the mixture, whereas with cotton gloves the cotton itself absorbs, leaving very little for your hands. The gloves can be washed by hand or in the washing machine after each use.
honey scrub
SharAmbrosia Honey Almond Scrub
This recipe is courtesy of SharAmbrosia
This is a Honey Almond scrub with a Peppermint twist! This product will exfoliate your skin to help make it smoother and softer.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA 4 T Almond meal (or Almond flour)
2 T Jojoba oil
4 T Honey
5 drops of Peppermint essential oil
Pour the Almond Meal and Jojoba oil into a 4 oz cobalt or amber glass jar (preferably). Stir well. Then mix in the Honey and Peppermint essential oil. Keep stirring until the mixture is completely mixed.
To use: Cleanse the skin first. Apply about a teaspoon amount of the scrub to a moistened face. Mix with water to make it a more fluid application (do not add water to the jar). Scrub the skin gently, letting the almond meal do the work (harder pressure will only damage capillaries!). Massage every square inch of skin except the delicate eye tissue. Remove with a warm washcloth. Be careful to remove every bit of the scrub. Apply a tonic or hydrosol with a
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honey recipes
Honey
Mel despumatum Syn.
This sweet, sticky substance is made by Honeybees from various types of flower nectar. It is used in cosmetics for its emollient properties as well as for coloring and flavoring. rose/honey mask
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Rose Oil and Honey Facial Mask
This recipe is courtesy of www.honey.com National Honey Board
Rejuvenate and replenish your skin. Sweet almond oil, which is light and easily absorbed, softens and nourishes skin. Honey as natural humectant, moisturizes, leaving even tired skin incredibly smooth.
2 T Honey
2 T Sweet Almond oil
5 drops essential oil of Rose
1 drop Vitamin E oil
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Massage onto clean face and neck with fingertips. Relax for 15 minutes, then rinse off with lukewarm water. Gently pat dry to reveal a fresh, soft complexion.
rosemary conditioner
Rosemary Honey Hair Conditioner
This recipe is courtesy of www.honey.com National Honey Board
The extremes of heat and cold we endure throughout winter can make even the greatest of hair look and feel like straw. This nourishing conditioner blends honey for shine; olive oil for moisture and essential oil of rosemary to stimulate hair growth.
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1/2 cup Honey
1/4 cup warmed Olive oil (2T for normal to oily hair)
4 drops of essential oil of Rosemary
1 tsp. Xanthum gum (available in health food stores)
Place all the ingredients in a small bowl and mix thoroughly. Pour into a clean plastic bottle with a tight fitting stopper or lid.
Apply a small amount at a time to slightly dampened hair. Massage scalp and work mixture through hair until completely coated. Cover hair with a warm towel (towel can be heated in a microwave or dryer) or shower cap; leave on to nourish and condition for 30 minutes. Remove towel or shower cap; shampoo lightly and rinse with cool water. Dry as normal and enjoy shinier, softer and healthier hair the natural way.
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marigold recipes
Marigold
Calendula officinal is
This flower is widely used in hair and skincare formulations for its softening and healing properties. marigold mask Marigold Face Mask
This recipe is courtesy of Jeanne Rose "Kitchen Cosmetics"
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1 T Marigold flowers
1 T Chamomile flowers
1/2 C Water
Almond oil, as much as is necessary
1 T Carrots, well-mashed
1 T Lecithin granules
1 tsp. Wheat germ oil
Quantity: 1-2 masks
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To Make: Bring water to a boil and pour over the Marigold and Chamomile flowers. Cover and set aside. Mash the carrots, add wheat germ oil. Strain out the liquid from the flowers and add them to the carrot-wheat germ oil. Mix thoroughly and add the lecithin granules. If you have a blender, blend it finely. The texture can be changed with the addition of Almond oil; add a bit to make a smooth cream for dry skin; if you have oily skin add enough Almond oil to blend these disparate ingredients.
To Use: Wash face. Steam clean it for a few minutes with one of the steam mixtures. Apply a thick layer of the Marigold Face Mask to the face in smooth upward motions. Rest on a slantboard or rock in a rocking chair, but in any case leave the mask on for 15 minutes. Wipe it off with tissues, rinse with warm water and then close your pores with a refreshing cold water rinse.
Why: Marigold and Chamomile flower infusion is healing to the tissues; carrots add texture and Vitamin A that may or may not be absorbed through the skin; lecithin is an emulsifying agent in the recipe that is also necessary for healthy tissues; wheat germ oil adds Vitamin E; and the Almond oil is for a creamy consistency.
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yogurt recipes Yogurt
This dairy product contains "healthy" bacteria, it can be used for a wonderful cleansing and moisturizing treatment for the skin. goddessyogurt
Goddess Yogurt Body Mask This recipe is courtesy of Noreen Finnegan "Incredible Edible Spa" Or
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3 T Honey
3 T Pured Pumpkin OR
3 T Pured Carrots
To Make: Use canned (nothing added), or slightly cooked pumpkin or carrots. Drain, and pure in a blender. Pour into a bowl with the yogurt and honey.
To Use: Draw a warm bath. Lather your face and body with the yogurt mask. Sink into a warm bath and soak for 10-20 minutes. Rinse in the shower, tone, and apply a light moisturizer.
yogurt mask
Yogurt-Honey Mask
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1 T Yogurt
1 T Honey
To Make: Add the two ingredients together and apply to a clean, moist face.
To Use:
Pat this mask onto the skin for a moisturizing, penetrating, hydrating, soothing
application that will also help to clear up skin problems.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA HENNA INFORMATION & TIPS/HENNA RECIPE FOR HENNA TATTOO Henna is a Persian word, which describes a small flowering shrub (Lawsonia inermis). It is found all over the world, including India, Pakistan, Morocco, Yemen, Iran, Afghanistan, Somalia, Sudan, Libya, Egypt and Bangladesh. However, the variety of henna plant varies from region to region. Different plants have different coloring properties and hence, the color of the powder also varies. Henna has been used for thousands of years, for its medicinal properties and cosmetic properties. Apart from this, it is also used for coloring and conditioning the hair and in the form of body art.
Henna powder, in its pure and natural form, is a bright or deep green, khaki or brown. The color produced by pure natural henna ranges from orange to red, to black cherry and near black color. Contrary to the popular belief, pure black color is not produced by natural henna powder. Talking about its production, henna powder is made from the leaves of the henna bushes. When manufactured in large quantities, the leaves are taken to the factory and machine grounded. Normally, henna powder is made by blending different types of henna leaves from different parts of a country or from different countries.
Once the leaves have been grounded, the powder is sifted. This is because, if not sifted, the henna powder will contain pieces of the leaves. The finely sifted henna powder contains no leaves, making it best for cosmetic use. Henna powder colors the skin, when the dye is released,
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BEAUTY BY CARINA as a result of the henna powder being mixed with water or lemon juice and being applied on the skin. Hanna, when applied to the body parts such as hands, arms, legs, near the naval region and at the back, is called mehndi. For a simple mehndi design, it may take about 10 to 15 minutes, but if you want to go for an intricate design, you might need to invest several hours.
After application of henna, you need to dab it, with a lemon-sugar solution when it becomes firm on the skin. This is essentially done to preserve the paste. Unlike tattooing and piercing, henna does not hurt, because it is applied on the surface of the skin with an applicator and not injected into the skin. Traditionally, a cone is used for making the designs. However, mehndi can also be made using a bottle, with a fine silver nozzle tip. People enjoy the cooling sensation felt after the application of mehndi. This aromatic mixture, apart from conditioning the skin, gives a natural soothing effect.
Henna has, today, become a part of all major festivals and celebration. Be it, Purim, Eid, Diwali, Karva Chauth, Passover, Nowruz or Mawlid, it has graced every occasion with its presence. Celebrations like wedding, birth of a baby and birthdays seem to be incomplete without the ceremony of henna. Brides, in the present time, typically have the most complex patterns of henna, to express their greatest joy and wishes for luck. With an improved technology being used for its cultivation, henna available today, has an enhanced dye content and greater artistic potential than earlier.
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For henna powder to release the dye you will have to make a paste of the henna powder with water or lemon juice. There are a number of things that can be added to the henna powder to make a paste that will stain your skin or hair the color you desire. Most people follow a trial and error method and finally come up with a recipe that suits their needs. Given below is a basic henna paste recipe, you can try it out and add to it to suit your needs. To make henna paste or mehendi 1 cup boiling water 2 tablespoons black tea or coffee 3 tablespoons of sifted henna powder (make sure you sift the powder before making a paste) 1 teaspoon eucalyptus oil Lemon-Sugar Glaze Strained juice of lemon 1 teaspoon sugar Boil the water and add the tea or coffee powder and make a decoction. Let this decoction soak for a few hours. Strain the decoction to remove any particles of tea or coffee. Place the henna powder into a plastic or glass bowl and add eucalyptus oil. Now slowly add the tea/coffee decoction a little at a time and stir the mixture. Use the spoon to press the powder and water together. Make a smooth paste of the henna powder. Allow the paste to stand for 6 to 12 hours.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA The longer you allow the paste to stand the smoother the mixture will become. Now apply this paste in any design you want and wait till the mehndi is dry, but not cracking. Take a cotton ball and dab a little lemon-sugar glaze to keep the henna moist. Keep the henna on for as long as you want.
After you remove the henna paste design from your skin, try not to wet the area for as long as possible. It is best to leave henna overnight. Using lemon-sugar glaze will ensure that the mehndi stays overnight. The less you wash the colored area of your skin the longer the design will last. If the colored skin is constantly touching water then the color will fade quickly. Applying lotions or creams will cause the design to loose color. A henna tattoo cannot be removed; it will have to fade off on its own. The color may last on your skin for two or three weeks or longer.
MISCILLANEOUS BEAUTY TIPS To remove puffiness from the eyelids, massage a drop of very fresh castor oil on to them. To cool your eyes, make eye pads using thick slices of cucumber. Another option is to use cotton pads soaked in cold milk. Lie down and place them on your closed eyes and relax for a while.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Putting a drop of rose water into each eye just before you sleep can also refresh you eyes. To prevent your lips from chapping, use hot water fermentation on your lips and then apply a mixture of vaseline and honey. Apply this mixture about three times a week. To prevent your lips from drying you can use a ground mixture or rose petals and milk butter. To delay age spots on your hand, use a piece of lemon and rub all over your hand, before washing. This will delay onset of age-spots. If you have no time to shampoo your hair before going out, then brush 1 tablespoon of talcum powder or corn flour through your hair. Try this out first when you are not in hurry to make sure that it works the way you want. To prevent hair loss you should have a biotin rich drink. Blend bananas with honey, yogurt and low fat milk. Drink this for a few weeks. While blow drying and setting your hair, blow-dry at hot on the roots of the hair. Roll your hair inwards or outwards at the ends. To improve the setting make sure the ends are evenly rolled in or rolled out. Heat the hair for a second and then let it cool. This process of setting the hair will last longer and make your hair look beautiful. To condition your hair, after shampooing your hair take some conditioner on your palm and rub it with both hands. Apply from the hair shaft moving downwards. Do not apply on your scalp. Rinse your hair after 5 minutes. To add extra shine and glow to your hair add 2 tablespoons of malt vinegar. Use it as a last rinse and towel dry your hair.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA BODY PIERCING AFTER CARE How To Care For Body Piercings If you have recently pierced yourself, the wound would be new and so application of any astringents, creams, and ointments on the piercings is not advisable. Keep your piercing away from any bodily fluids like saliva and semen. This will also protect the piercing from developing any infection. Neither you nor anyone should touch the piercing for the first few days. At least for a month or so do not take off your body piercing. The piercing needs to be healed completely. To avoid scarring of the tissue, do not clean the pierced area of the body with alcohol or hydrogen peroxide. Also, do not use petroleum jelly as it can lead to the growth of bacteria. Do not wet the piercings by submerging them in water. If you want to swim or soak in a tub then first cover the piercing with a waterproof bandage. If you have pierced your tongue or lips, then stay away from eating any spicy foods. It is also better to stop smoking or chewing tobacco, at least until the piercing gets healed. Stay away from direct sunlight as well as tanning oils, lotions, and sand. Do not try to over clean the piercing as it can delay the healing process. Also avoid drugs and too much of coffee. Keep the pierced area free from cosmetics and sprays.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Cleaning The Body Piercing Wash your hands with an antiseptic lotion, then soak a cotton ball in warm water and gently wipe away any dirt that has gathered around the pierced area. If the piercing is new, then rinse it with warm water several times and then dry it with a paper towel. However, if the piercing is a couple of days old then you can rinse it with anti-bacterial or anti-microbial soap water. Then rinse several times with warm water and then dry with paper towels. Rotating the piercing around is also a good way to clean the jewelry as well as the pierced area. However, do not do it if it still pains on touch. Apply tea tree oil in the piercing. The oil soothes the irritation and also refreshes it. Dilute one to two drops of the oil in a cup of water and apply it on the pierced area. You can also soothe the new piercing by soaking it in saline solution. Another excellent way to clean the piercing is to use sea salt soaks. In a disposable cup, take a pinch of sea salt. Now, add hot water to it. The water should be as hot as you can stand. Then take the cup and if possible invert it over the piercing. Or you can also soak a cotton ball and hold it against the piercing. After 5 minutes soak a new cotton ball and then apply it to the area. Then rinse with warm water and dry with a warm towel
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BEAUTY BY CARINA TATOO CARE How To Take Care Of Tattooed Skin After getting the tattoo done, ensure that the artist dresses the tattoo properly. The tattoo must be wiped and cleaned and then, using a cotton ball, antiseptic ointment must be applied to it. Wrap the tattoo in bandage. You should keep on the bandage on for at least 2 to 4 hours. This will protect the skin when it is the most vulnerable. The dressing will also heal the tattoo faster and prevent scabbing. Do not re-dress the tattoo after removing the original bandage as you may trap in the dirt, which can lead to infection. That is why, it is better to let the tattoo artist do the bandage. The tattooed skin must be cleaned every few hours. When the tattoo is getting healed, fluids will be oozing out. Wipe off this fluid with a clean cloth. Always keep the hands clean before touching the tattoo to prevent any chances of infection. The tattooed skin must be kept moist to assist the healing. Moisturizing also helps in preventing scars by keeping the scabs from falling too early. You can also use ayurvedic ointments and lubricants. Lubricants also keep the tattoo clean and shiny by preserving the ink colors. Make sure that the ointments and lubricants do not produce any allergic reaction. And also avoid the scented ones as most likely the scent chemicals can cause irritation in the skin and also delay the healing process.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Apply the lubricants more often to prevent the fresh tattoo from drying out. If you notice the tattoo is starting to dry then apply a coat of lubricant over it. After a week of getting the tattoo, you can use the normal body lotion. After getting the tattoo done the skin may start itching. Do not take recourse to scratching or scrubbing the tattoo as it can lead to the peeling of the scabs. Scabs will fall of naturally when the skin is healed completely. In time, a layer of skin will develop over the top of the tattoo and then the itching will also stop. Initially the tattoo color is very susceptible to fading so it must be protected from the water and the rain. Before taking a shower, bandage a plastic wrap over the tattoo. If the tattoo is big or you cannot put a bandage to it then avoid taking a bath for the first few days. Instead, wipe your body with a wet cloth. Also, avoid water with chemicals. Cover your tattoo from the sun as it can lead to fading or drying.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA OLIVE OIL MASK AND FACIAL 1 egg 1/2 tsp. olive oil 1 Tbsp. natural unbleached flour 1/4 tsp. of sea salt 1 Tbsp. whole milk
Gently crack and beat the egg in a small bowl. Eggs are perfect skin care ingredients for people with large pores, or those who want to firm and tighten wrinkles. Egg yolks are made from albumin, which gently dries the skin and refines pores. Egg whites help soothe sunburned or windburned skin, and gently remove oily residue.
Step 2 Add the olive oil and flour. In this case, the flour is used to thicken the consistency of the facemask. Olive oil is a fantastic way to balance the drying effects of the eggs. Unlike petroleum jelly, heavy lotions and other oils, olive oil will rinse cleanly away, leaving your skin moisturized, supple and glowing.
Step 3
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Step 4 Mix in the whole milk. The lactic acid in milk soothes and softens dry, itchy skin. Milk will help moisturize skin while at the same time tightening wrinkles and refining pores.
Step 5 Wash your face gently with warm water and pat dry. Apply the olive oil face mask, massaging gently to exfoliate the skin. Allow the mask to set for at least 20 minutes before rinsing.
HONEY AND OLIVE OIL HAIR MASK
1 1/2 tsp honey Small, microwave-safe mixing bowl 3 tsp olive oil Spoon Microwave
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Conditioner or deep conditioner (optional)
Pour 1 1/2 teaspoons of honey into a small mixing bowl that is safe for the microwave.
Step 2 Add 3 teaspoons of olive oil to the bowl with the honey.
Step 3 Stir the mixture with a spoon and place the bowl into the microwave.
Step 4 Microwave the mixture for 15 seconds to melt the ingredients.
Step 5 Use a spoon to stir in your regular conditioner or deep conditioner to enhance the conditioning power of this mixture. You can skip adding the conditioner if you prefer.
Step 6 Apply this mask to the hair while the hair is dry. You may shampoo it out after 20 to 30 minutes.
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DRY SKIN OLIVE OIL AND HONEY SOAP Castile Soap Honey Olive Oil Water
In a soap dispenser or reused bottle, combine 1 Tablespoon liquid castile soap, 1/4 Cup of honey, 1/4 Cup of water, and 1/4 Cup of olive oil. You may add a few drops of essential oils if desired for fragrance. Essential lavender oil works well for homemade soaps.
Step 2 Roll the bottle from side to side to mix well. Ensure the ingredients are well combined.
Step 3 Use the olive oil soap when dry skin is a problem. This soap makes an excellent hand soap during winter months and will comfort rough elbows and heels any time of the year.
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VANILLA OLIVE OIL CASTILE SOAP Rubber gloves Safety goggles Soap molds Scale Large stainless steel container Two wooden spoons Two kitchen thermometers Two plastic pitchers Hand stick blender Plastic measuring cup 30 ounces olive oil 16 ounces water 10 ounces coconut oil
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Oftentimes people who make Olive Oil soap will add other oils to it rather than making pure Olive Oil soap. This depends on the desired quality you want in a soap. For example, if you want a soap with a rich, bubbly lather, you would benefit from adding Coconut Oil. If you are looking to make a creamier soap, adding Canola Oil would work. I prefer to use a combination of Olive Oil, Coconut Oil, Palm Oil, and Canola Oil. However, you can make adjustments as necessary if you plan to either make pure Olive Oil soap, or if you only want to use two or three of the oils. Use your own preference and judgment, but you should have a total of 50 ounces of oil altogether. Since Olive Oil Soap is made with several edible ingredients, rather than shopping for supplies in a craft store, you may find some of the ingredients in your grocery store.
Step 2 The first thing you want to do is gather all of your supplies and have them easily accessible. Measure all ingredients so they are ready to mix.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Step 3 Pour the water into a lye-resistant container. It must be stainless steel, glass, or a heat resistant plastic. NO ALUMINUM OR TIN!
Step 4
Carefully pour the lye into the water and stir until the lye has dissolved.
Step 5 Pour all oils you have chosen into a saucepan and begin heating until they reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 6 When the oils are at the required temperature, pour them into the container you are going to use to make the soap.
Step 7
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Soap Mixture at Continue stirring the oils while you now pour the lye mixture into the oil. Stir continuously until the soap mixture "traces." To test for "trace," dip a spatula or spoon into the mix and let a bit of it dribble back into the pot. If it leaves a little bit of a "trace" or small "mound" of soap, it has traced.
Step 8
You can now add your French Vanilla fragrance to the soap but continue shirring quickly so you can get the fragrance mixed in before the soap begins to solidify.
Step 9 Now pour the soap into the mold(s) and cover with a towel.
Step 10 The soap needs to remain undisturbed for at least 24 hours. You will know if your soap is ready when there is no oil sitting on top of the soap and the soap is firm. If the soap is not firm or has
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Step 11
You can now remove the soap from the molds. Slice it into bars if needed.
FEET SOAK RECIPE For the Feet:
mix 1/4 cup of sea salt to a bowl or pedicure style basin filled with hot water. 10-15 drops of your choice of essential oils can now be added, here are a few suggestions:
LAVENDER: Lavender is my first choice for the feet, especially if you are suffering from athlete's foot or any other foot condition. Lavender is also a great antiseptic and purifier. It relaxes and has a wonderful aromatic quality. Add 10-15 drops of Lavender Oil.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA LEMON: Lemon has a wonderful cleansing and refreshing aroma, and allows the feet and body to deep cleanse and renew. NEROLI: Neroli is a wonderful treatment oil for dry cracked skin. It is very restorative and calming. TANGERINE: Tangerine is a fantastic aromatic oil that calms, and soothes the nervous system. It also aids in depression. You can store this mask in the fridge and use it up within one week.
LEMON HONEY YOUGURT MASK SKIN LIGHTNENING MASK Ingredients:
2 tablespoons honey 4 teaspoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed or bottled) 3 teaspoon plain or Greek-style yogurt 1 egg white Method:
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Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk until the mask thickens. Apply to clean, dry face and let set for 15 minutes. Gently wash off with warm water.
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BEAUTY BY CARINA Beauty by Carina Natural Beauty Recipes and Remedies.

CARINA DESIREE BROOKS-KING summer 2010

Coconut Body Scrub

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Things youll need:

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2. Natural Hair Conditioners and Shampoos Home Made Hair Sprays

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BEAUTY BY CARINA Ingredients: 1 lemon or orange Water

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BEAUTY BY CARINA 1 apple or a large carrot Honey

Few drops of lemon juice Instruction:

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Bliss Facial Massage Protocol

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The facial massage technique

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Step 1 Steam Herbal

Step 2 Cleanse Cookies and Milk Skin Polish

Step 3 Mask with eye compress Honey Mask

Step 5 Moisturize & Massage

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2 tablespoons of dried herbs (or 4 tablespoons of fresh)

Rinse your face and leave it a little damp.

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Bring to the boil and simmer for 3 - 4 minutes.

Remove the lid.

Steam your face for up to 10 minutes.

After steaming wipe your face with a cloth.

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2 teaspoons dried milk

1 teaspoon powdered cinnamon

Enough water to make a paste

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Mix all ingredients together.

Apply to face in small circular motions.

Rinse face thoroughly with warm water.

Relax with a mask and eye compress.

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Combine honey and milk, stirring until completely combined.

Apply to face and throat.

Take the cucumber and place one on each eye.

Lie down for 10 minutes.

Remove cucumber and rinse off mask with warm water.

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