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ROSEWATER

On January 23, 2014   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on ROSEWATER

1 Cup boiled distilled water 2 Drops tincture of benzoin 22 Drops Rose pure essential oil Method: Add above ingredients to the boiled hot water. Allow to cool and bottle in attractive glass containers. This produces a beautiful superior quality rosewater that is one of the best skincare treatments for dry, inflamed, mature or sensitive skin as a toner, refresher and skin balancing treatment. It may be used for cleansing the face and for prevention and elimination of wrinkles. There is simply nothing better than rosewater for daily skin treatment. Also effective for the treatment of acne and blackheads with […]

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Chamomile & Oat Straw Tea

On January 23, 2014   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Chamomile & Oat Straw Tea

For improving the skin, hair, nails, bone and teeth – try drinking chamomile and oat straw tea regularly – a pleasant tasting herbal tea rich in calcium and silica to restore balance to the system. Safe and effective for everyone. Use 1 heaped teaspoon to approx. 1 cup, drink around 3 cups per day for the most effect. A superb aid to sleep if used in a dose rate of 1 large tablespoon to 1 cup of water – 1 hours before bedtime.  May be safely used during pregnancy and for children.

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Sports Balm

On January 16, 2014   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Sports Balm

This is a strong balm that has a cooling and pain relieving effect on sprains, bruising and general sports related injuries. It may also be helpful for other pain related conditions, when used topically. Ingredients: 1/4 cup beeswax pellets 1 1/4 cups oil combination made up as follows – 1/2 cup Arnica Oil (for pain, bruising and inflammation) 1/4 cup Tumeric Oil (for pain, inflammation and tissue repair) 1/4 cup St John’s Wort (for nerves, ligaments and tendons) 1/4 cup Rosemary Oil (for circulation and pain) Note: these are all infused oils Combine beeswax and oil combinations in top of […]

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ROSE SCENTED SUGAR

On January 16, 2014   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on ROSE SCENTED SUGAR

This delicate sugar has a multitude of uses: It can be used to sweeten cakes and sauces, stirred into cream or yoghurt for subtle flavouring and substituted for castor sugar in rose-water biscuits. Ingredients: 5 cups highly scented dried rose petals 1 cup castor sugar 3 – 4 drops pure essential oil of French Rose Grind the rose petals in a food processor of liquidizer with a little sugar, until the consistency of coarse sand. Add 1 drop of essential oil to each batch ground. Bottle and store for that unique “difference” in food dishes.

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Healing With Herbal Teas

On January 16, 2014   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Healing With Herbal Teas

FOR ECZEMA: 1 part Chickweed 1 part Burdock Root 1 part Yellow Dock Root 1 part Sarsparilla Root 1 part Stinging Nettle FOR CLEAR UNBLEMISHED SKIN: 1/2 part Oat Straw 1/2 part Red Clover 1/2 part Burdock Root 1 part Sarsparilla Root FOR ARTHRITIS & PAIN: 1 part Alfalfa 1 part Yarrow 1 part Devil’s Claw Root 1 part White Willow Bark 1 part Dandelion Root Method for all formulas – gently simmer 1 heaped tablespoon of the mix in 3 1/2 cups of water for 15 minutes (lid on pot). Strain and drink 1 cup three times daily – […]

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Haemorrhoid Ointment

On January 16, 2014   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Haemorrhoid Ointment

1/2 cup organic moisturising base cream 10 drops calendula oil 12 drops witch hazel extract 8 drops myrrh tincture 12 drops aloe vera liquid Combine all ingredients thoroughly. This ointment shrinks and heals painful haemorrhoids and eases itching. When treating this painful condition – the circulatory system needs to be addressed in order to prevent reoccurrence.

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Vanilla Butter Melts

On January 10, 2014   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Vanilla Butter Melts

Vanilla butter melts   This version is somewhat firmer than the Shea melts and a little silkier due to the Cocoa Butter.   Small chocolate moulds 40gm Cocoa butter 25gm Beeswax 40ml Vanilla bean infused sesame oil (or cold pressed oil of choice) 25ml Apricot cold pressed oil 5ml (120 drops) Vanilla oleoresin (or 6ml Vanilla fragrant oil) Method- Melt Cocoa butter, Beeswax and cold pressed oils in top of a double boiler until well combined. Allow to cool slightly before adding essential or fragrant oil. Pour into moulds and allow to harden at least 24 hours before unmoulding.

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Butter Melts

On January 10, 2014   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Butter Melts

Butter Melts These beautiful butter melts may be used in the shower by wetting and warming the body under hot water and then rubbing the melt all over the skin to soothe, soften and nourish – leaving silky softness all over – or if bathing, pop one melt into the bath water for a luxurious silky moisturising bath. (Be careful, as bath or shower may become quite slippery.) Small chocolate moulds 130gm Shea Nut Butter 120gm Beeswax 60ml Jojoba oil cold pressed 30ml Coconut oil cold pressed 30ml Sesame oil cold pressed 15 drops Bergamot essential oil 10 Drops Mandarin […]

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Burning Feet Formula

On January 2, 2014   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Burning Feet Formula

Burning Feet Formula 1 cup Magnesium Sulphate (Epsom Salts) ½ tsp Menthol Crystals 4 drops peppermint essential oil Combine essential oil with Epsom salts and Menthol Crystals by placing all in a glass jar and shaking together until well combined. Use the above amount in a warm foot bath and soak for 20 – 30 minutes. This mixture is very cooling and calming to hot burning feet. Use as and when required.

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Restless Leg Formula

On January 2, 2014   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Restless Leg Formula

Restless Leg Formula 1 cup Magnesium Sulphate (Epsom Salts) 2 drops Chamomile essential oil 1 drop Sweet Lavender essential oil 1 drop Ginger essential oil Combine essential oils with Epsom salts by placing in a glass jar and shaking together until well combined. Use the above amount in a warm to hot foot bath every night for 7 – 10 days and then several times a week thereafter for optimum results. This mixture if used correctly will calm and settle restless legs and greatly assists with sleep.

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Winter Warmer Foot Bath

On August 6, 2013   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Winter Warmer Foot Bath

1 tsp Cayenne Pepper powder 2 tblsp Goats Milk powder 2 drops Ginger essential oil 1 drop Lemon essential oil Warm to hot water in large bowl. Mix Cayenne Powder with Goats Milk powder, combining well. Grind the essential oils into the powder blend in a mortar and pestle or use a cup and the back of a spoon, mixing well. Make a paste with water and add hot water. Water volume needs to reach the ankles when feet are immersed and should be warm to hot. Soak 20 – 30 minutes for best effect. This mixture if used regularly […]

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Peach Body Butter

On August 6, 2013   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Peach Body Butter

100gm Peach Butter 20 drops Jojoba oil 20 drops Meadowfoam seed oil 5 drops Sea Buckthorn oil 4 drops Grapefruit seed oil 15 drops Peach flavour oil Combine all ingredients by mixing thoroughly – use a hand blender if needed. Package into sterilised pots. Enjoy.

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