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Un-Petroleum Jelly
Petroleum jelly contains . . . well, . . . Petroleum. Crude oil derivative that can cause microscopic tears in skin. Instead of that, try this wonderfully moisturizing alternative as a diaper barrier, on dry, patchy skin, or to protect against the elements. So easy—only two ingredients—and you can even add a drop or two of your favorite essential oil for fragrance, but do that in the cool-down phase.
(makes four 4-oz. jars)
3 oz. beeswax
1 ½ c. sweet almond oil
Melt the beeswax in microwave or double boiler. Stir in the oil. Remove the mixture from heat and stir until cool.
Petroleum jelly contains . . . well, . . . Petroleum. Crude oil derivative that can cause microscopic tears in skin. Instead of that, try this wonderfully moisturizing alternative as a diaper barrier, on dry, patchy skin, or to protect against the elements. So easy—only two ingredients—and you can even add a drop or two of your favorite essential oil for fragrance, but do that in the cool-down phase.
(makes four 4-oz. jars)
3 oz. beeswax
1 ½ c. sweet almond oil
Melt the beeswax in microwave or double boiler. Stir in the oil. Remove the mixture from heat and stir until cool.
Botanical Mosquito Repellant
All of these blends are sweet-smelling to us, but repellant to *them*!
Simply blend the Essential Oils (E/O) below. Always shake before spraying and avoid contact with eyes and mouth. (I actually put mine in a base of olive oil to moisturize my skin at the same time, but avoid spraying it on clothing. You can also use distilled water.
All of these blends are sweet-smelling to us, but repellant to *them*!
Simply blend the Essential Oils (E/O) below. Always shake before spraying and avoid contact with eyes and mouth. (I actually put mine in a base of olive oil to moisturize my skin at the same time, but avoid spraying it on clothing. You can also use distilled water.
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Simple and Spicy:
5 parts Citronella E/O 5 parts Lavender E/O 5 parts Clove E/O |
Bright and Energetic:
5 parts Citronella E/O 5 parts Lavender E/O 5 parts Peppermint E/O |
Deep and Green:
10 parts Citronella E/O 10 parts Cedarwood E/O 5 parts Eucalyptus E/O 5 parts Rosemary E/O |
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Sweet Citrus:
5 parts Citronella E/O 5 parts Lemongrass E/O 5 parts Lavender E/O 5 parts Rosemary E/O 5 parts Cedarwood E/O |
Lightly Floral:
5 parts Citronella E/O 5 parts Lavender E/O 5 parts Geranium E/O 5 parts Rosemary E/O |
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