Thursday, November 8, 2007

Homemade Creams and moisturizers for oily and dry skin - Home made cream for Hands and Face

Normal Skin - Day Moisturiser

Blend together 30ml Sweet Almond oil, 15 drops of rose, 5 drops of Chamomile Blue, 5 drops of Lavender and 5 drops of Lemon oil.
Apply daily to a damp face, then pat away excess with a clean tissue.

Rich moisturiser

3 tablespoons apricot kernel oil
3 tablespoons avocado oil
3 tablespoons sweet almond oil
3 tablespoons beeswax
3 tablespoons rosewater
Melt the oils and wax slowly over heat until melted, stirring all the time. Take off as soon as it is melted. Add rosewater and beat well until cool. It should be nice and soft.

Peaches & Cream Moisturizing Lotion

Peel and mash one very ripe peach. Strain through a sieve to extract all the juice. Mix peach juice with an equal quantity of fresh cream. Keep refrigerated.

Coconut moisturiser

1 teaspoon organic safflower oil
1/3 teaspoon vegetable shortening
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lime juice
1/3 teaspoon coconut oil
Over low heat, heat all ingredients until warm. Pour into a non-metallic container and stir or shake well before each use. Can be used over the entire body. Apply to face in a circular motion. Makes 2 tablespoons. Store at room temperature. Discard after 3 days

High Protein Moisturizer

Beat 1 egg yolk into 1cup whole milk. Apply to face with fingertips. Bottle and store remainder in refrigerator.