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Homemade Lush Bath Sex Bomb!

3/27/2015

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Ever wonder how Lush makes their bath bombs? Well we have the secret for you. As time goes on and with more experimenting you will get better at these. They are very simple and would be a great gift for a friend that is stressing out. With some nice candles and other relaxation items for a gift basket found in our mall she will love you! This recipe will make 3 bath bombs. Soooo here we gooooo.......

Ingredients:

1 Cup (8 oz.) - Baking Soda
1/2 Cup (4 oz.) - Corn Starch
1/2 Cup (4 oz.) - Epsom Salts
1/4 Cup (2 oz.) - Cream of Tartar OR 1/2 Cup (4 oz.) - Citric Acid

2 Teaspoons (Essential Oil) - Lavender Oil was used in this one for the violet part
2 1/2 Teaspoons of Coconut Oil
2 Teaspoons (Light Essential Oil) - Jasmine Oil was used in this one for the pink part
3/4 Teaspoon - Water

*OPTIONAL* - Food Coloring

Double the batch for use of both colors and scents. You have to make a batch of each!!!!

What you Need:
- A Large Mixing Bowl
- A Small Mixing Bowl or Cup
- A Whisk
- A Ice Cream Scoop or Transparent Ornament Holder
- A Few Mixing Spoons
- A Bath Towel
- A Piece of Wax Paper

Directions:

In a large mixing bowl, add all of the dry ingredients together and stir them.
In a separate mixing bowl or cup, add all of the scented oils, water, and food coloring (optional).
After the ingredients are separately mixed, combine them together in a large mixing bowl and stir them together with a whisk.
When the mixture begins to clump together, use an ice cream scoop or ornament holder to form spheres.
Once the mixture is molded into a ball, carefully place it on a sheet of wax paper on top of a bath towel and let it dry out for 1 - 2 days.
Once the bath bomb has dried out, you can go ahead and use it in the bath tub.

If you still need more assistance find this video tutorial below to help you out!

Sources: Cla Cali

To find other ideas on decorators for the center of bath bombs, transparent ornaments for shape, or more gift ideas for a basket visit our mall!

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Natural Facial Masks

3/10/2015

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Always test the mask on a small portion of the skin to test for allergic reactions!!!!

Anti-aging & Anti-wrinkle Exfoliating Masks

Ingredients:
~1/2 Cup of Oatmeal, uncooked - build, promote, and repair healing
~1/2 Cup of Water (preferably purified or filtered)
~1/2 Cup of Milk - killing off Germs
~2 Tbsp. of Pure Honey (look on the back the only ingredient showing should be one, honey) - natural antibacterial and vitamins from the "B" family
~Shea butter or cocoa butter - vitamin A with healing properties, antioxidant & deep hydration

Boiling water and milk together. Add oatmeal and let cook over medium heat for about 5-6 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons of raw honey distributing evenly into the oatmeal. Transfer the mixture to another bowl and allow it to cool. As you wait for the mixture to cool, wash your face with warm water to open your pores to accept the natural benefits of the ingredients. Once the mixture is cool, apply it to your face and slightly below your jaw line. Massage the mixture into your face using a circular motion and exfoliating the skin with the oatmeal. Leave the mixture on your face for 10-15 minutes. Wash your face with cool water and remove the mask from your face. Apply a natural moisturizer (Shea butter or Cocoa Butter) to your face to keep it healthy. This mask can be applied once daily to keep your skin looking vibrant and pure.

Sources: http://skinnyms.com, http://www.somewhatsimple.com

Homemade Customized Fruit Mask (Dry, Normal, & Oily Skin)

Nutrient Options:
~1/2 Cucumber - helps to cool and moisturize dry skin
~1/2 Banana - cleanses
~1 Cup of Strawberries - softens dull tanned skin
~1 Cup of Grapes - acne
~1 Cup of Mango's, chopped - vibrancy
~1 Cup Papaya, chopped - rejuvenation
~1 Cup of Kiwi, chopped - for tanned skin
~1 Cup of Orange - for oily skin types (do not use on dry skin)
~1 Cup of Tomato, chopped - scarring & pimples
~1 Head of Fresh Organic Parsley, soaked in warm water - dark circles and acne

Ingredients:
1. Chosen fruit or vegetable from above blended
2. 1 egg white for oily skin or egg yolk for dry skin - elasticity, glowing (respectively)
3. 2 Tbsp. honey - natural antibacterial and vitamins from the "B" family
4. 3 Tbsp. milk, or for normal skin 1 Tbsp. of yogurt - many benefits
5. Shea butter or cocoa butter - vitamin A with healing properties, antioxidant & deep hydration

First blend your chosen nutrient. In a different bowl beat the egg desired, then add the milk and honey. Mix well then add the nutrient and mix all until you obtain a smooth consistency. Rinse your face with warm water to open your pores. Apply it on your face and leave it to action for about 20-25 minutes. Rinse with cool water to close your pours preventing other bacteria to enter. Moisturize.

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Mud Mask
This recipe makes enough for 3-5 face masks:

Ingredients:
~ 2-3 Tbsp. Greek yogurt, unsweetened or plain - many benefits
~ 1 tsp. cocoa powder - firm and renew skin cells
~ 1 tsp. buttermilk - used to minimize pores
~ 1/2 of a banana, mashed - cleanses
~ 1 tsp. honey (exclude if skin is oily and use double lemon juice)- natural antibacterial and vitamins from the "B" family
~ 1 tsp. lemon juice (exclude if skin is dry or damaged and use double the honey) - many benefits from the acid
~ Shea butter or cocoa butter - vitamin A with healing properties, antioxidant & deep hydration

Mix well in a blender or food processor. Wash face with warm water and pat dry. Apply a layer of the mask to your face and allow it to sit for 20-30 minutes. (Note: mask should be thick enough to not run down your face) Wash off mask with cool water, followed by a splash of cold water to close your pores. Moisturize.

Sources: http://www.essentiallyeclectic.com/

Coffee Face Mask for Normal Skin

Ingredients:
~ 3 Tbsp. of finely ground coffee - enhances circulation
~ 1 Tbsp. of Milk - many benefits
~ Shea butter or cocoa butter - vitamin A with healing properties, antioxidant & deep hydration

Wash face with warm water. Pat dry. Apply the mixture on the face massaging in a circular motion. Let the mask dry (approx. 15-20 min). Rinse with cool water and pat dry. Moisturize.

Sources: http://www.skincareihub.com/

Dark Circle Mask

Ingredients:
~ 1 tsp Turmeric - many benefits
~ 1 tsp honey - natural antibacterial and vitamins from the "B" family
~ 1 tsp Yogurt - many benefits

Mix turmeric with yogurt and honey until thin. Apply it with a brush or cotton swab under the eyes and also on the entire face to brighten the skin. Leave it for 10-15 mins and then rinse with warm water.
***Note: The turmeric might stain your skin so use this mask at night, store the left overs in the fridge for a week.

Source: http://www.indianbeautyspot.com/

Blackhead Removal Peel Off Mask

Ingredients:
~ 1 Egg White - elasticity
~ Thin Tissue
~ Brush

Wash face with warm water. Beat the egg white slightly and apply to face. Place thin tissue on your egg white face and brush lightly. Pat dry. Apply another thin layer of egg white on the thin tissue and leave it until completely dry. Gently peel off the thin tissue in an upward direction. Rinse with cold water and pat dry.

Source: http://superfoodprofiles.com/

Eczema Facial Mask

Ingredients:
~ 1 tablespoon of honey - natural antibacterial and vitamins from the "B" family
~ 1 teaspoon of baking soda - neutralizes PH imbalances
~ ½ teaspoon of cinnamon - antiseptic
~ Shea butter or cocoa butter - vitamin A with healing properties, antioxidant & deep hydration

Mix 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 teaspoon of baking soda and ½ teaspoon of cinnamon together. Wash face with warm water opening the pours and pat dry. Apply the mask and leave on for 15-20 minutes
Wash mask off with cold water to close the pours and pat dry. Moisturize with Shea butter or cocoa butter.

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Other Sources: http://beautytips4her.com/, http://www.skincareihub.com/,
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/, http://www.newhealthguide.org/,
https://respectedroots.com/, http://healthmunsta.hubpages.com/,
http://homemademasks.net/, http://www.stylecraze.com/

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