December 15, 2013

Homemade Facial Scrub and Hairspray

12/15/2013

I have to add a few recipes for homemade, healthy products!

Facial Scrub: coconut oil and pure baking soda.  Pour a small amount of baking soda in your hand (I'm guessing maybe 1/8 teaspoon, although I haven't measured it out yet) and add about 1/4 teaspoon of coconut oil.  Mix together in your hand, and apply to face.  Be aware that the baking soda is abrasive, so use less if needed.  I love that when I rinse, the coconut oil stays on, leaving my face nice and moisturized!  No need to apply coconut oil again as facial moisturizer after my shower!  I also may try substituting sugar for the baking soda, because I know sugar is good for your skin... more research to do soon...

Hairspray: this might be my new favorite product, and I love the anti-frizz cream (see previous post below) so that's saying a lot!
You will need:
  • 1 cup boiled water
  • 4 tablespoons white sugar (I've also seen syrup used but I haven't tried it)
  • 2 tablespoons rubbing alcohol (I've also seen vodka or other high proof alcohol like spiced rum used, but again, haven't tried it)
  • 2 drops Young Living essential oils if desired (I used Valor)
Boil water.  Remove from heat and stir in white sugar until disolved.  Let cool at least slightly, if not all the way to room temperature.  Add rubbing alcohol and essential oil.  Stir.  Add to spray bottle (or bottle with a fine mist sprayer) and shake.  Apply (you may need to let it dry slightly, and/or reapply after it dries.  It will harden as it dries.  Use more sugar in the mix for a stronger hold, and less sugar for a lighter hold).  Experience the excitement that it actually works, and love that you're using healthy alternatives for your hair! 

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