Lavender and honey are two natural ingredients that can be found in the garden. So why not use ingredients to give our skin and body some self love. These are perfect for small gestures during the holidays, and are fun to decorate aesthetically.
Manuka honey is by far the best honey that includes medical properties, and is most effective in treatment. Hospitals and medical professions use Manuka honey to heal wounds and cuts due to its anti-bacterial properties. It can even be used to treat acne and skin care problems. But otherwise, any honey works.
Our skin and hair care affects our emotional health, and ultimately a stressful time in our life can create a weak appearance. Let’s eliminate this risk by using natural care.
(Honey + Lavender) Brightening Face Mask
Materials-
- 1 tbsp. of raw (Manuka honey)
- 2 drops of natural lavender essential oil
Instructions:
- Mix the lavender and honey together
- Apply the mixture on to your face
- Massage in small circles
- Leave on for 15-20 minutes
- Wash off with warm water
Optional step: Apply onto the face before getting into the shower. Then rinse it off in the warm shower for a nourishing feel.
Lemon Lavender Honey Body Scrub
Materials-
- 1 cup of Organic Cane Sugar or Himalayan salt
- 1/4 cup of Olive Oil
- 1 cup of Raw Honey
- Half of a lemon
- 15 drops of Lavender Oil
- Dried Rosemary or Lavender
Note- The salt or sugar will make a difference on the skin. Sugar scrubs are less abrasive than salt scrubs and they don’t burn if you have a cut from shaving. These are great for exfoliating sensitive areas. Salt scrubs are better for rough skin that could benefit from deep exfoliation, like the feet. They also have detoxifying benefits.
Instructions:
- Combine the sugar/salt, honey, oil, and herbs in a medium sized bowl.
- Add the lavender essential oil and a squirt of a small lemon.
- Gently clean your face/body with hot water either in the shower or apply it to a towel from the sink.
- Massage the scrub on your face, legs, toes, torso, in a circular motion.
- Let the scrub sit on the bottom for at least 3-5 minutes.
- Rinse with lukewarm water and moisturize once finished.
Nourishing Hand Scrub
Materials–
- 1/2 cup Cane Sugar
- 1-2 tsp. of Lavender Infused Oil
- 1 teaspoon Lavender Honey
- a few drops of Lavender Essential Oil
Instructions:
- Mix all the ingredients into it is evenly distributed.
- Add small amounts of oil at a time until it is your favored consistency. Add more sugar if it feels too oily, and more oil if it is too dry.
- Gently rub on areas of dry skin, in a circular rotation.
- Leave on for 3-5 minutes.
- Rinse well with lukewarm water.
Calming Bath Bomb
Materials-
- Bath Bomb Mold
- 3 bowls
- Whisk
Ingredients:
• 1 cup of Baking Soda
• 1/2 cup of Citric Acid
• 1/4 cup of (organic) Corn Starch
• 1/4 cup of (organic) Powdered Milk
• 2 tsp. of (organic) Cocoa Butter
• 1 tbsp. of (warmed) Raw Honey
• 1 tbsp. of (organic) Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 10 drops of Lavender Essential Oil
• 1/4 cup of Lavender buds or any herbs
Instructions:
- Combine all the dry ingredients together except the buds and herbs.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, mix the warm honey, olive oil, and cocoa butter, and melt in a microwave for a minute.
- Mix the dry ingredients together with the wet, while adding the lavender buds and the essential oil in as well.
- Add the mix ingredients into the molds, and let them sit for at least 5 minutes before taking them out.
- Let the bath bombs dry overnight to ensure the best results.
Tips:
– If you would like a colorful bath bomb, add your preferred icing color during Step 3 of this process.
– Consider using heart and flower bath bomb molds if you are giving this out as a gift
-Use other herbs, like rosemary or sage, and experiment with other essential oil flavors to make your own version
Honey Lavender Hair Healthy Mask
Materials–
- 2 tbsp. (organic) Coconut Oil
- 1 tsp. Honey
- 10 drops Lavender Essential Oil
Instructions:
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.
- Apply on to the hair for 15-30 minutes or even overnight for extra moisturizing relief.
- Wash it off in the shower, with the elements of shampoo. Rinse throughly.
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