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Cough Mixture

On February 10, 2012   /   Herbal Medicine and Health, Recipes   /   Comments Off on Cough Mixture

25gms Dried Liquorice Root 10gms Dried Thyme 1 to 2 Cups Brown Sugar 2 Tablespoons Cider Vinegar 5 Cups Water Very gently simmer the dried herbs in the water for 20 minutes with the lid on the pot. Then strain and place liquid back into the saucepan. Add Cider Vinegar and half the sugar, simmer, stirring frequently – adding more sugar if required until a syrup is formed and taste is acceptable. This may be as thick or runny as you prefer – simply add more sugar till the mixture is acceptable, taste wise. Pour into sterilised bottles and store […]

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Colloidal Oatmeal

On February 10, 2012   /   Featured Product, Natural Skincare and Beauty   /   Comments Off on Colloidal Oatmeal

The skincare use of oats dates back to ancient Egypt. During the 1800’s oats were regarded as so powerful the extracts were exclusively available only at pharmacies. Oatmeal’s ability to relieve dry, itching skin was first documented during the 1930’s. The recognised clinical benefits of finely ground oats are due to their remarkable chemical composition and the fortunate coincidence that compounds essential for the natural development of oats may have beneficial effects on humans. Oats have the highest protein and lipid content of any cereal grain, as well as a high fatty acid content and provides soothing, non-irritating cleansing for […]

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Peppermint & Myrrh Mouthwash

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95mls Vodka (38 – 40% proof) 12 Drops myrrh tincture 3 Teaspoons peppermint – dried 12 Drops peppermint essential oil Place dried peppermint in vodka and leave to infuse for at least 3 weeks. Strain dried leaves from vodka. Place peppermint infused vodka into 100ml amber glass bottle, add peppermint essential oil and myrrh tincture and shake thoroughly before use. Works well with a dropper in the bottle. This mouthwash is excellent for mouth ulcers, soft, spongy and bleeding gums and to freshen breath. Use daily

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Anti-Wrinkle Eye Makeup Remover

On February 10, 2012   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Anti-Wrinkle Eye Makeup Remover

20ml Organic cold pressed castor oil 1 Teaspoon shea nut butter 1 Teaspoon coconut oil (solid type) 10ml Organic rosehip seed oil 10ml Oat infused oil 8 Drops geranium pure essential oil Melt shea nut butter and coconut oil in a cup placed in hot water. Once melted remove from hot water and cool well. Slowly add to the other oils, stirring briskly to prevent clumping. Add essential oil, place in a pump bottle and shake well. Makes a rich silky anti-wrinkle oil blend that is very effective at removing makeup, eye shadow and mascara, whilst enriching delicate eye tissue […]

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Cedar And Juniper Aftershave

On February 10, 2012   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Cedar And Juniper Aftershave

200mls Vodka (38 – 40% proof) 2 Tablespoons juniper berries (Infuse these two together for at least 3 weeks or more if possible. Strain the juniper berries from the alcohol.) Place the alcohol extract into a large bottle or jar. To this add 100ml witch hazel extract, 40 drops cedarwood essential oil, 10 drops juniper essential oil, 12 drops sweet orange essential oil. Shake vigorously and bottle into a spray bottle or suitable aftershave container. This recipe makes enough for 3 x 100ml bottles of aftershave. It has antiseptic and astringent properties plus a deep woody and masculine fragrance without […]

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Herbal Sunburn Spray

On February 10, 2012   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Herbal Sunburn Spray

50ml Melissa Hydrosol 30ml Aloe Vera Liquid 15ml Colloidal Silver 35 Drops Lavender Pure Essential Oil 10 Drops Peppermint Pure Essential Oil Combine all ingredients and pour into 100ml spray bottle (dark glass) Spray liberally onto sunburnt areas as often as required. This mixture relieves pain and inflammation and prevents blistering when used correctly, i.e. as soon as possible after exposure. Safe for all age groups. NOTE: This remedy is for after sun exposure.

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Oatmeal & Milk Bath

On February 10, 2012   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Oatmeal & Milk Bath

An amazing skin soothing and softening bath product. Effective for eczema, psoriasis, chicken pox, measles etc. 1 Cup Goats Milk Powder ½ Cup Full Cream Milk Powder 1 Cup Colloidal Oatmeal 60 Drops Lavender Pure Essential Oil Grind lavender essential oil carefully into ½ cup full cream milk powder ensuring no lumps of oil. Then combine all ingredients thoroughly. Place in an attractive glass bottle or jar. Use approximately ½ cup per bath or more if desired.

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Pain Relieving Herbal Massage Oil Pain Relieving Herbal Massage Oil

On February 10, 2012   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Pain Relieving Herbal Massage Oil Pain Relieving Herbal Massage Oil

50ml Arnica Oil 40ml St Johns Wort Oil 10 Drops Peppermint Essential Oil 10 Drops Rosemary Essential Oil 6 Drops Wintergreen Essential Oil 6 Drops Chamomile Essential Oil 6 Drops Juniper Essential Oil Combine all ingredients into a 100ml bottle and shake well. This wonderful oil soothes aching muscles, sprains and inflamed, swollen and bruised areas.

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Cooling Peppermint Foot Cream

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An amazingly easy but most effective cream for painful feet, or any other part of the body. (So cooling) 1 Cup Moisturising Base Cream ½ Cup Shea Nut Butter – Melted 1 Tablespoon Menthol Flakes 1 Teaspoon Peppermint Pure Essential Oil 4 Drops Grapefruit Seed Extract Gently melt shea nut butter in a double boiler – remove from heat and cool, then incorporate into moisturising base cream – whip with a hand held whisk until well blended and thickened. Should have a butter like consistency. Place peppermint essential oil in a container, with the menthol flakes, place container in a […]

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Vanilla Bubble Bath

On June 17, 2011   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Vanilla Bubble Bath

• 1 Cup Apricot Kernel cold pressed oil • ½ Cup liquid castile soap • ½ Cup liquid honey • 15 Drops Vanilla Oleoresin oil Blend all ingredients in a bowl and stir until well combined. Transfer to a jug and pour into an attractive bottle. Shake the bottle gently before use, pouring desired amount into bath under the running tap. Step in and descend into a warm silky soothing lightly sudsing bath. Makes enough for 4 – 6 baths. Note: The bath will be slippery – please take care.

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Liquid Lip Gloss

On June 17, 2011   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Liquid Lip Gloss

• 3 Teaspoons Castor oil • 1 Teaspoon Vegetable Glycerine • 2 Teaspoons Coconut oil – liquid • 6 Teaspoons Macadamia oil • 8 Drops lip balm sweetener • 10 – 12 Drops lip balm flavour of choice Using a double boiler combine first five ingredients and warm very slightly to assist combining. Remove from heat and add lip balm flavour. Pour into a jug and pour into roll-on bottles.

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Liquid Lip Balm (Chocolate)

On June 17, 2011   /   Recipes   /   Comments Off on Liquid Lip Balm (Chocolate)

• 1 Teaspoon Shea Nut Butter • 1 Teaspoon Mango Butter • 1 Tablespoon Jojoba oil • 6 Drops lip balm sweetener • 8 Drops chocolate flavour Melt butters and oil together in a double boiler till fully blended. Remove from heat – pour into a jug and add sweetener and flavour. Stir to combine and pour into roll on bottles.

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