Winter Cures

Hair Conditioner

Mix 1/2 cup honey with 1/4 cup olive oil. ( Warm for 30 seconds in microwave) Using a small amount, work mixture through hair until coated from root to the ends. Cover hair with a shower cap; leave on 30 minutes. Remove shower cap; shampoo well and rinse. Dry as normal.

Skin Balm

To help protect your skin from the harsh winter conditions, I have great home treatment.. Use it on your lips, dry cuticles, or anywhere you have dry skin.

Ingredients:

2 teaspoons avocado oil 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil 1 slightly rounded teaspoon of shea butter, 1 1/2 teaspoons beeswax beads (available at herb shops or online) 7 drops lavender essential oil (optional) 5 drops geranium essential oil (optional)

Directions:

Measure all ingredients except essential oils in a heat proof measuring cup or bowl, microwave for one minute. (If the ingredients have not fully melted, microwave in 10 second increments until they melt.) Stir the mixture with a Popsicle stick. If you are using essential oils, wait a few minutes before adding them. Add the essential oil and mix well with the stick. Carefully pour the mixture into a clean glass jar. Allow to harden about 15 minutes before using. Store in a cool, dry place.

Ivy Alexander – March 15, 2006 – 1:45am

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i love stuff like this!

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thanks for sharing :)

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myspaceoryours – March 16, 2006 – 9:46pm

Winter Cures

Thanx! I have a bunch of these that have been passed along to me that I will be posting. I did another one on different baths a few days ago...

Ivy Alexander – March 16, 2006 – 9:50pm

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