A super soothing bath soak for tired muscles and a racing mind! Use the entire mixture in the bathtub or just a few scoops as a foot soak. Pack into a pretty jar for a great gift. Here's what you need: 2 heaping cups of Epsom Salt 2 teaspoons jojoba or almond oil 8 to […]
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Parfait Me Away Morning Facial Mask
Perfect for the gal on the go! This easy, three-in-one mask whisks away dirt and dead skin cells while delivering skin-softening botanicals. Here’s what you need: 1 cup fresh strawberries 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 tablespoon honey 1 egg 1 tablespoon plain yogurt 1/4 cup almonds Here’s what you do: Combine ingredients in a blender […]
Tried-and-True Cucumber Soak
Okay, it’s not just a wives’ tale … cucumbers really do help relieve puffiness, sore eyes and eye fatigue. Cukes have a high water content, which helps soothe and cool eyes. The trace amounts of salt help draw excess water from the tissue surrounding the eyes, reducing puffiness. They also help to tone and firm […]
Miracle Mineral Mud Mask
Mineral-rich mud draws impurities from the skin while feeding it with nutrients and leaving it refreshed and luminous. The powdered mud or clay used for this recipe can be found at your local health food store. Here’s what you need: 2 tablespoons powdered clay (bentonite or French green clay) Non-carbonated mineral water 2 tablespoons powdered […]
Sunny Side Hand Conditioner
This citrus-spiked hand oil replenishes moisture in parched, overly dry hands. Keep it next to the kitchen sink and rub onto knuckles frequently! Here’s what you need: 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil (organic preferably) 5 to 7 drops orange essential oil Here’s what you do: Shake the oils together thoroughly in small glass jar […]
Mind Over Meltdown Soap
Whipping up a few bars of your own soap is about as easy as making “homemade” chocolate-chip cookies (fresh from the cold section of your local grocery store). And the best part? You can’t eat soap (well, you can but we wouldn’t recommend it). Break out these homemade soaps when you want something pretty in […]
Markey's Funny Bone Rub
Possibly the unsung heroes of our bodies, elbows take on a heap of wear and tear. They prop up our heads when our necks give out, absorb the shock of a rogue tennis swing and even catch us when our stiletto heel breaks and sends us sprawling on the sidewalk. Inspired by Garden of Wisdom […]
Stinky Feet Be-Gone Spray
A cooling and deodorizing spritz for your feet and body. Great for stinky boy feet! Here’s what you need: 1/4 cup distilled water 1/4 cup vodka 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 3 to 5 drops tea tree oil 3 to 5 drops lemon essential oil Here’s what you do: Combine all ingredients and pour into […]
Comin' Up Roses
Treat dry skin with a surge of sweetness straight from the source. Honey combined with rose oil is an effective and gentle treatment for wrinkles and puffiness. Here’s what you need: 2 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons sweet almond oil 3 to 5 drops rose essential oil Here’s what you do: Combine honey, almond oil and […]
Herbal Steam
Steaming open pores to release impurities missed during regular cleansing. Herbs in the steam sooth the skin and relax the body. Here’s what you need: 2 quarts distilled water 1/2 cup of your favorite dried herbs Here’s what you do: In a covered pot, heat water and herbs to boiling. Remove pot from burner and […]
Cool as a Cuke Toner
The refreshing, gently astringent qualities of cucumber make this a perfect toner for the delicate skin around the eyes. Store in a glass or plastic container in the refrigerator. Here’s what you need: 1 small cucumber 1/4 cup witch hazel Here’s what you do: Cut the cucumber into thick chunks and puree them in a […]
Coconut Lip Balm
A coconut oil base with soothing chickweed herb helps to counteract chapped lips. Here’s what you need: 2 tablespoons coconut oil 1 teaspoon chickweed tincture chickweed flowers to decorate Here’s what you do: Heat the coconut oil in a small bowl over the hot water. Add the tincture and stir. Place the flowers in the […]
