Ingredients Information.

CAUTION: Although there are fascinating properties associated with herbs, flowers, essential oils, condiments, grains, dairy products, fruits and vegetables, that doesn't mean they are harmless. Natural doesn't necessarily mean safe. Do not taste or injest your ingredients once you have opted to use them for cosmetic purposes.

CATAGORIES : SL = SLEEP | SK = SKIN | HR = HAIR | HN = HANDS NAILS | FT = FEET | M = MASSAGE | DTX =DETOXIFYING | CCF = COUGH COLD FLU | TEA = TEA | RO = ROMANCE | FR = FRAGRANCE |W = WARNING


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INGREDIENTS

SUMMARY

SUGGESTIONS FOR USE

Allspice

The fragrance of allspice inspires romance and makes a good tonic for the nervous system.

1) Blend in warming tea for sleeplessness, romance, anxiety, chills, indigestion. 2) Top note in perfumery; blends well with: apples, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, nutmeg, pumpkin, vanilla, ylang ylang. 3) Mix in baths, sleep pillows, pot pourri, sachets or linen sprays for comforting fragrance.

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Almond Oil or Sweet Almond Oil

Sweet Almond Oil is a very popular ingredient in natural skincare because it has moisturizing, softening, soothing and skin conditioning properties. It can also be used as a make-up remover. 1) Add to facials to remove make-up, clean pores, moisturize; protect; relax look; destress. Use esp. on NORMAL, OILY, DRY skin. 2) Add to manicure to clean, moisturize, condition, massage, treat nails. 3) Add to massage oil to nourish skin, rub sore muscles; preserve blend; carry ingredients.

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Almonds (whole and ground)

Ground almonds have cleansing, toning, moisturizing and softening properties and make a useful, pleasant-smelling exfoliant.

1) Add to facials to clean pores; exfoliate; moisturize. Use on ALL skin types. 2) Add to manicure to clean, exfoliate, moisturize; refine skin colour.

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Aloe Vera Gel

Used for its soothing, cooling and anti-irritant properties, the gel-like substance inside the aloe vera plant is an excellent natural remedy for any problem concerning the skin.

1) Add to facials to clean pores; moisturize; heal blemishes; rejuvinate skin; smooth wrinkles. Use esp. on PROBLEM, DRY or MATURE skin. 2) Use in cooling foot creams as deodorant; to soothe irritation. 3) Place on eyes to soothe dryness, soreness.

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Anise Plant & Anise Seed

Hinting of licorice, Anise Seeds have been used for centuries in culinary recipes and medicinal remedies. Tea has aphrodisiac properties and crushed seeds can help fade peppery skin.

1) Add to facials to clean pores; exfoliate; fade freckles. 2) Add to foot creams or bathtub to soothe eczema; psoriasis; general skin irritations. 3) Infuse in tea to make a love potion, sweeten breath, treat coughs-colds, stop hiccups, aid digestion, to ease labour. 4) Mix in baths, sleep pillows, pot pourri, sachets or linen sprays for fragrance, to repel bugs.

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Apple Cider Vinegar

Astringent Apple Cider Vinegar restores the natural pH balance of skin and hair.

1) Add to facials to clean pores; clear oiliness; exfoliate. Use esp. on NORMAL, OILY, DRY or MATURE skin. 2) Apply as hair rinse to control dandruff; balance pH; condition hair. 3) Use on feet to cure atheletes foot.

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Apples and apple juice

Apples have a natural cheerful quality which can be used to massage away headaches. Apple sauce or juice can be used to tone the skin and remove body odour.

1) Add dehydrated pieces to tea blends for flavour; aid digestion. 2) Add to facials to clean pores; clear oiliness; exfoliate; lift blackheads. Use esp. on OILY skin. 3) Use in foot creams to deodorize; stop itching; fight fungus. 4) Mix in baths, sleep pillows, pot pourri, sachets or linen sprays for fragrance.

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Apricot

Apricots can be used in skincare to diminish age spots and wrinkles.

1) Infuse into to facials to clean pores; clear oiliness; moisturize; smooth wrinkles. Use esp. on NORMAL, OILY, DRY or MATURE skin. 2) Mix in baths, sleep pillows, pot pourri, sachets or linen sprays for fragrance.

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Apricot (or Peach Kernel) Oil

Apricot (or Peach) Kernel Oil is a popular carrier oil since it is emollient, nourishing and leaves the face feeling soft after massage.

1) Add to facials to clean pores, moisturize; smooth wrinkles. Use esp. on NORMAL, OILY, DRY, MATURE or FINE skin. 2) Add to massage oil to relax; nourish skin; soothe pain; reduce swelling; preserve blend; carry ingredients.

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Arrowroot

Arrowroot, a fine, white powder, is used as a thickening agent in herbal beauty preparations. It is an edible starch and can be found in tea and cookie recipes.

1) Blend in relaxing tea to rehydrate, clean teeth. 2) Apply as dry shampoo or wet paste to condition-clean hair & scalp, absorb excess oil. 3) Use on feet and body to dry sweaty skin; in bath to soften water.

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Atlas Cedar Shavings

Atlas Cedar shavings help create a deeply tranquil atmosphere. Blocks have been placed for centuries in drawers, closets and hope chests to protect clothing & linen from moth damage.

1) Mix in baths, sleep pillows, pot pourri, sachets or linen sprays for relaxing fragrance, moth repelling properties.

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Avocado

The distinctive creamy-green flesh of the avocado is a treasury of vitamins, minerals and natural emollients which hydrate and nourish skin. The pit can also be used as a handy massage tool.

1) Add to facials to clean pores; nourish; moisturize; smooth wrinkles. Use esp. on NORMAL, OILY, DRY or MATURE skin. 2) Apply as paste to condition scalp & hair. 3) Add to manicure to clean hands, moisturize cuticles. 4) Use pit as massage tool. 5) Place on eyes to reduce puffiness. Avocado

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Avocado Oil

Emollient avocado oil nourishes and conditions dry skin and hair.

1) Add to facials to clean pores; moisturize; smooth wrinkles. Use esp. on DRY or MATURE skin. 2) Add to hair to nourish & condition dry, flaky scalp; stimulate hair growth, condition hair. 3) Add to massage oil to nourish skin, soothe pain; carry ingredients.

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Baking Soda or Sodium Bicarbonate

Ever versatile baking soda soothes itchy skin, clears blemishes, softens bath water and eliminates foot odour.

1) Add to facials to clean pores; treat blemishes; clear oiliness; exfoliate. Use esp. on DRY, ACNE or PROBLEM skin. 2) Use in foot creams or bathtub to stop itching; soften water; deodorize.

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Banana

Bananas are moisturizing for all skin types and the skins have had noteworthy effect of eliminating plantar warts from the soles of feet.

1) Add whole or dried powder to facials to moisturize; fade blotchy skin. Use esp. on NORMAL, OILY, DRY or MATURE skin. 2) Use banana peels on feet to eliminate plantar warts.

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Basil

Basil has antiseptic properties, is calming to the nervous system and leads to sleep. It also works as a conditioner and detangler for hair.

1) Blend in tea for sleeplessness, anxiety, depression, indigestion, nausea, cold symptoms. 2) Infuse in hair rinse to detangle, condition, stimulate hair growth. 3) Mix in baths, sleep pillows, pot pourri, sachets or linen sprays for relaxing fragrance.

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Bay Laurel Essential Oil

Bay Laurel essential oil, when added sparingly to massage blends, promotes restful sleep, relaxes stiff muscles, reduces stress and helps breathing. It also helps reduce cellulite deposits.

1) Add sparingly to massage oil to relax muscles; foster sleep; soothe pain; strengthen breathing; reduce cellulite, improve digestion. 2) Top note in perfumery. Blends well with: benzoin, bl. pepper, cardamon, cedar, clove, cinnamon, coriander, geranium, ginger, juniper, lavender, lime, orange, patchouli, rosemary, ylang ylang. 3) Pour drops into atomizer or burner to calm nerves, build confidence, disinfect room, repel bugs. 4) Apply as hair rinse to control dandruff; stimulate hair growth. 5)Use in foot baths/ creams to warm feet, de-stress, treat dry skin, soothe sprains.

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Beeswax

Distinctively scented Beeswax is a rich emollient used to thicken cosmetics.

1) Use in lip balms & creams to moisturize, soften, seal & protect skin without clogging, fragrance.

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Bentonite (Natural Clay)

Bentonite is a natural clay used in facial and body masks. Clay facials not only serve the skin, they also have a relaxing effect on the mind and body.

1) Add to facials or body wraps to clean pores; clear oiliness; moisturize; smooth wrinkles, relax look; destress; detoxify. Use on ALL skin types. 2) Apply as dry shampoo or wet paste to condition-clean hair & scalp, absorb excess oil.

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Benzoin Essential Oil

Hinting of vanilla, Benzoin Essential Oil is good for emotional wounds and frayed nerves as well as dry, irritated skin and scars.

1) Add to facials to clean pores; rejuvinate skin. Use esp. on DRY skin. 2) Add to massage oil to relax; foster sleep; lift depression; soothe pain; strengthen breathing; detoxify. 3) Base note fixative in perfumery; blends well with: coriander, cypress, frankincense, geranium, jasmine, juniper, lavender, lemon, neroli, patchouli, rose, sandalwood. 4) Pour drops into atomizer or burner to treat colds-flu-coughs.

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Bergamot

Best known as the keynote flavour in Earl Grey tea, Bergamot is commonly added to tea blends to treat insomnia and colds.

1) Blend in tea for sleeplessness, anxiety, tension, feverish colds, drug withdrawal. 2) Mix in baths, sleep pillows, pot pourri, sachets or linen sprays for relaxing fragrance.

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Bergamot Essential Oil

Bergamot essential oil helps lift depression and induces sleep. It is used sparingly in skincare and makes a cooling massage or bath oil.

1) Infuse into hair rinse to wash greasy hair. 2) Add to massage oil to foster sleep; lift depression; build confidence. 3) Top note in perfumery; blends well with: basil, chamomile, clary sage, cypress, eucalyptus, frankincense, geranium, ginger, jasmine, juniper, lavender, neroli, patchouli, rose, rosemary, sandalwood, ylang ylang. 4) Pour drops into atomizer to scent linen; brighten-deodorize room; treat colds-flu; aid concentration; repel bugs.

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Black Pepper Essential Oil

Black Pepper essential oil is a masculine fragrance which adds aphrodisiac properties to perfume blends. In massage it brings heat to aching muscles and helps detoxify the body.

1) Use in warming foot creams to stimulate circulation; relieve aches. 2) Add to massage oil to relax, inspire romance; soothe pain; detoxify; aid digestion; bring heat. 3) Middle note in perfumery; blends well with: frankincense, geranium, jasmine, lavender, rose, rosemary, sandalwood. 4) Pour drops into atomizer or burner to disinfect germs; treat colds; boost memory.

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Black Tea

Black Tea works from within the body to reduce fatigue, improve concentration and defend the heart. Taken internally or applied externally, the Vitamin A content softens, soothes and calms skin.

1) Blend in tea to reduce fatigue; strengthen breathing; aid digestion; detoxify; prevent colds-flu, prevent tooth decay. 2) Add to facials to clean pores; clear oiliness; moisturize; smooth wrinkles; relax look; destress. Use on ALL skin types. 3) Make a hair rinse to darken hair colour. 4) Use on feet as an antiseptic and deodorant.

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Black Walnut Leaves

Walnut Leaves have been used for two millenia in infusions to darken hair. They are believed to help prevent hair loss and have been used traditionally to heal skin disorders.

1) Infuse into hair rinse to darken hair colour, prevent hair loss & curb dandruff.

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Blackberries & Blackberry Leaves

Blackberries and blackberry leaves make a fruity, summertime, drinking tea. Because the berries contain Alpha-Hydroxi Acids, they naturally clean and exfoliate skin.

1) Blend in tea for indigestion, mouth sores and gums. 2) Infuse into facials as AHAs to clean pores, exfoliate; lift blackheads.

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Bladderwrack (seaweed)

As a seaweed, Bladderwrack is rich in iodine and has a long history in skincare for its cleansing, detoxifying, toning and conditioning agents.

1) Add to facials or body wraps to clean pores; clear oiliness; detoxify; moisturize; rejuvinate skin; relax look; destress. 2) Use on feet and in baths to relax mind & body; inspire romance; stimulate circulation-detoxification; exfoliate rough skin.

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Borage

Borage leaves, stems and flowers are edible — taste cucumberish — and can be steeped as tea to help anxiety, depression, insomnia, coughs & womens issues. Also used in the form of a lotion or facial steam to treat dry skin.

1) Blend in warming tea for sleeplessness, anxiety, depression, coughs, female issues, hangovers, muscle cramps, courage. 2) Infuse into facials to clean pores; steam, soothe skin, detoxify, relax look; destress. Use esp. on DRY skin types. 3) Add to manicure as lotion to moisturize, condition skin. 4) Use in foot creams for antibacterial properties, treat scaly skin. 5) Add to massage oil or bathtub to foster sleep, address female issues, help dry skin.

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Borage Oil

Borage oil helps treat dry skin. Make your own infusion by covering leaves and flowers with a carrier oil such as jojoba for a few weeks and use the strained liquid in recipes for creams and lotions.

1) Infuse into facials to soothe skin, detoxify, relax look; destress. Use esp. on DRY skin types. 2) Add to manicure as lotion to moisturize, condition skin. 3) Use in foot creams for antibacterial properties, treat scaly skin. 4) Add to massage oil or bathtub to foster sleep, address female issues, help dry skin.

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Bran

Bran, the fibrous coating of wheat berries, makes an excellent exfoliating agent and efficacious cleanser for hands and feet when ground into a gritty powder.

1) Add to manicure and pedicure to clean, exfoliate and soften hands and feet.

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Brown Rice & Rice Flour

Rice flour soothes irritated skin when used as a dusting powder or when stirred into bath water. Short brown rice is an ideal filling for re-usable heating pads.

1) Add ground to facials to clean pores, exfoliate; clear oiliness; condition skin, relax look, destress. Use on NORMAL, OILY, DRY or MATURE skin types. 2) Fill cloth bags with brown rice and use as heating pads for tense neck, cramps, chills or sore muscles.

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Buttermilk

Buttermilk is very soothing for the face.

1) Add to facials as AHAs to clean pores; clear oiliness; lift blackheads; exfoliate; moisturize; balance pH; condition skin; relax look; destress. Use on ALL skin types.

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Cajeput Essential Oil

Cajeput Essential Oil has a fresh, camphorous aroma with a fruity note. It helps treat coughs, sore throats and muscle aches and combats airborne infections in antiseptic room sprays.

1) Add to massage oil to relax; soothe pain; strengthen breathing. 2) Middle note in perfumery; blends well with: bergamot, cardamon, clove, cypress, geranium, juniper, lavender, lemon, nutmeg, pine, rose, rosemary, thyme. 3) Pour drops into atomizer or burner to disinfect germs; treat colds-coughs; repel bugs.

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Calendula (Pot Marigold)

Infusions made from Pot Marigolds (or Calendula) soothe irritated skin, heal hangnails, give extra shine to hair, and make an effective eyewash for tired eyes.

 

1) Blend in tea for sleeplessness; female issues. 2) Infuse into facials to clean pores; balance PH; heal capillaries; relax look; destress. Use on ALL skin types. 3) Infuse into hair rinse to lighten colour, clean oiliness, condition itchy/ flaking scalp; control dandruff; add shine. 4) Add to manicure to clean, moisturize, condition skin, heal hangnails. 5) Use in foot creams to fight fungus; stop itching; reduce swelling.

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Calendula Oil

Calendula Oil is made by infusing calendula petals into sweet almond oil. Use in recipes for lotions and soaps for its skin healing and moisturizing properties. 1) Add to facials to clean pores; balance PH; heal capillaries; relax look; destress. Use on ALL skin types. 2) Add to hair rinse to lighten colour, clean oiliness, condition itchy/ flaking scalp; control dandruff; add shine. 3) Add to manicure to clean, moisturize, condition skin, heal hangnails. 4) Use in foot creams to fight fungus; stop itching; reduce swelling. 5) Use in massage oil to moisturize skin, carry ingredients.

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Cardamom Essential Oil

Cardamom Essential Oil alleviates mental fatigue and nervous exhaustion. This top note is added to perfumes for its sweet, spicy, balsamic fragrance as well as for its aphrodisiac reputation.

1) Add to massage oil or burner to relax, inspire romance; aid digestion. 2) Top note in perfumery; blends well with: bergamot, cedarwood, cinnamon, clary sage, clove, frankincense, orange, sandalwood, ylang ylang. 3) Pour drops into atomizer to scent linen; brighten room; aid concentration; boost memory.

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Carrageen (purple seaweed) (Irish Moss)

Carrageen or Irish Moss seaweed is rich in magnesium which encourages relaxation. It is also an excellent moisturizer.

1) Add to facials or body wraps to clean pores; clear oiliness; detoxify; moisturize; rejuvinate skin; relax look; destress. 2) Use on feet to relax mind & body; inspire romance; stimulate circulation-detoxification; soothe skin.

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Carrot Seed Essential Oil

Carrot Seed Essential Oil is valued for its relaxing, restoring and nourishing properties. It refreshes and firms mature skin by detoxifying pores as well as by stimulating cell renewal and skin elasticity.

1) Add to facials to protect; smooth wrinkles; clean pores; rejuvinate skin; relax look; destress. Use esp. on DRY, MATURE or FINE skin. 2) Add to manicure to clean, protect hands, massage. 3) Add to massage oil or burner to relax; address female issues; detoxify; scent.

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Carrots

Carrots contain beta carotene which is highly beneficial to skin. Applied as a mushy facial, carrots improve skin tone and relax rigid face muscles.

1) Add to facials as antioxidant to clean pores & blemishes; nourish; moisturize; detoxify. Use esp. on DRY, MATURE or FINE skin. 2) Add to hair shampoo to prevent dandruff.

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Carrot Tissue Oil

Carrot Tissue Oil, made from carrot roots and infused in sunflower oil, splashes on the spa scene as an intensely salmon coloured liquid, performing well in various recipes for skin and hair. 1) Add to facials as antioxidant to clean pores & blemishes; nourish; moisturize; detoxify. Use esp. on DRY, MATURE or FINE skin. 2) Add to hair shampoo to prevent dandruff. 3) Add to manicure to clean, protect hands, massage. 4) Add to massage oil to relax; detoxify; scent.

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Castor Oil

Castor Oil, extracted from the castor bean, has strong moisturizing properties and it leaves a protective, waterproof coating on skin and hair.

1) Add to facials to moisturize; remove make up. Use esp. on DRY skin. 2) Apply during manicure to moisturize, add a protective, waterproof coating to hands and nails.

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Catnip

Catnip, adored by cats worldwide, also makes a pleasant tea for humans who are having trouble sleeping or who are suffering from a cold. It is also traditionally believed to promote hair growth.

1) Blend in tea for sleeplessness, colds, flu, headache, depression. 2) Infuse into hair rinse to encourage hair growth.

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Cedarwood Essential Oil

Like all essential oils derived from balsamic tree resins, Cedarwood Essential Oil creates a deeply tranquil mood. In terms of skincare, it contains antiseptic and antifungal properties.

1) Add to facials to clean, relax look, destress. Use on OILY or ACNE skin. 2) Infuse into hair rinse to clean oiliness, curb dandruff, abet hair growth. 3) Add to massage oil or bathtub to foster sleep; enhance dreams, inspire romance; strengthen breathing; address female issues. 4) Base note fixative in perfumery; blends with: bergamot, clary sage, frankincense, jasmine, juniper, myrrh, neroli, rose, rosemary, vetiver. 5) Pour drops into atomizer to scent-protect linen; brighten room; treat colds-flu; aid concentration.

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Chamomile (Roman Chamomile) Essential Oil (10%)

Roman Chamomile essential oil is given to prevent insomnia. It is also used in creams for dry and sensitive skin.

1) Add to facials to moisturize; treat acne; heal capillaries; relax look; destress. Use esp. on DRY, ACNE or FINE skin. 2) Use in foot creams to soften dry skin; stop itching. 3) Add to massage oil or burner to relax, foster sleep; prevent nightmares; lift depression, soothe pain; strengthen breathing; address female issues. 4) Middle note fixative in perfumery; blends well with: clary sage, geranium, jasmine, lavender, lemon, marjoram, neroli, patchouli, rose, ylang ylang. 5) Pour drops into atomizer to scent linen; brighten room; disinfect germs.

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Chamomile (Roman Chamomile) Herb, Flowers, Tea

Roman Chamomile is an herb which helps calm the nervous system and is used as a natural sleep remedy. It is also used to treat normal, dry or damaged hair and helps clear skin.

1) Blend in relaxing tea for sleeplessness-nightmare prevention; depression; anxiety; anger; headaches; indigestion; female issues; shock. 2) Add to facials to clean pores; relax look; destress. Use on ALL skin. 3) Infuse into hair rinse to add highlights-gloss; repair damage; abet hair growth. 4) Use in foot creams to fight fungus. 5) Place warm tea bags on eyes to reduce puffiness & dark circles. 6) Mix in baths, sleep pillows or linen sprays for fragrance.

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Cinnamon Essential Oil

The scent of Cinnamon Essential Oil aids concentration and lends a seductive, spicy note to room fragrance blends.

1) Pour drops into atomizer or burner to relax, lift depression, stimulate romance; aid digestion; disinfect germs; aid concentration; brighten room. 2) Middle note in perfumery; blends well with: clove, eucalyptus, frankincense, lemon, mandarin, orange.

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Cinnamon Sticks & Powder

Studies have shown that a mixture of cinnamon and vanilla induce amorous feelings while Citrus and Cinnamon scents are head-clearing during tense oppressive weather.

1) Blend in tea for sleeplessness, cold symptoms, digestion, flavour, sweeter breath, sensitive teeth. 2) Infuse into hair rinse to darken hair colour, add fragrance. 3) Mix in baths, sleep pillows, pot pourri, sachets or linen sprays for comforting fragrance.

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Citric Acid

Fruits like lemons & limes contain naturally occurring Citric Acid. The fine crystals lend anti-oxidant properties to recipes and are sold in the bulk section of grocery stores.

1) Blend in tea for flavour, anti-oxidant properties. 2) Add to facials to clean pores, exfoliate; clear oiliness; relax look; destress. 3) Infuse into hair rinse to remove & reduce excess oil. 4) Add to foot creams or bathtub to clean; exfoliate rough skin; soften water; detoxify; relax.

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Clary Sage Essential Oil

Clary Sage Essential Oil is a powerful relaxant. It relieves anxiety, nervous exhaustion, irritability and insomnia. Also used in skin care for its anti-inflammatory, soothing and astringent properties.

1) Add to massage oil to relax, foster sleep- enhance dreams, lift depression, inspire romance; soothe pain; address female issues. 2) Middle note fixative in perfumery; blends well with: basil, bergamot, cardamon, cedarwood, chamomile, coriander, cypress, frankincense, geranium, jasmine, juniper, lavender, lime, mandarin, patchouli, petitgrain, rose, sandalwood, tea tree, vetiver, ylang ylang. 3) Pour drops into atomizer to scent linen; brighten room; treat coughs; aid concentration.

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Cleavers

Cleavers give hair extra shine and tones the scalp.

1) Infuse into hair rinse to tone scalp, clean hair, add shine.

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Clove Essential Oil

Clove Essential Oil is a spicy, middle note scent with aphrodisiac qualities. It is warming in massage and has pain-relieving properties.

1) Add to massage oil to relax; inspire romance; soothe pain; add heat; scent. 2) Middle note fixative in perfumery; blends well with: bergamot, eucalyptus, lavender, thyme. 3) Pour drops into atomizer or burner to brighten room; aid concentration.

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Cloves

Whole cloves, named after the French word for nail, clou, are the unopened buds of the clove tree. They sweeten breath and add warming qualities to foot baths and room vaporizing medleys.

1) Blend in warming tea for sleeplessness; romance; sweeter breath; indigestion. 2) Mix in baths, sleep pillows, pot pourri, sachets or linen sprays for fragrance.

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Club Soda

Club Soda contains sodium bicarbonate which can be used to eliminate foot odour.

1) Add to facials to clean pores; clear oiliness. Use esp. on DRY, ACNE or PROBLEM skin. 2) Use in baths to relax, stop itching, soften water, deodorize, stimulate circulation.

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Cocoa Butter

Hinting of chocolate, Cocoa butter is used in skincare for its moisturizing and protective properties.

1) Add to facials to condition skin; moisturize; smooth wrinkles; relax look; destress; for fragrance. Use on ALL skin types. 2) Add to manicure to clean; moisturize chapped hands; prevent gardening grit from getting under your nails. 3) Add to massage oil to relax; diminish stretch marks; scent.

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Cocoa Powder

Chocolate lovers will be pleased to learn that a facial made with cocoa powder will not only reduce hypertension and encourage romance, it will also soften dry skin.

1) Add to facials to soften dry, rough, weathered skin; inspire romance. Use esp. on DRY, MATURE skin types. 2) Add to bath salt recipes for luxury.

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Coconut & Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is moisturizing to the skin and the scent can whisk your imagination off to a tropical beach.

1) Add to facials to clean pores, moisturize, relax look, destress; for fragrance. Use esp. on DRY, FINE skin types. 2) Apply to hair as lathering agent to revitalize, clean & condition normal, dry or damaged hair. 3) Add to massage oil to relax; carry ingredients; scent.

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Coffee Beans

Sniffing Coffee Beans while blending perfume helps clear the nasal palette. Grounds can also be used to soothe inflammed skin, remove cellulite and enhance highlights in dark hair.

1) Infuse into hair rinse to enhance dark highlights. 2) Use in foot preparations as exfoliator.

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Comfrey Leaf & Root (or Knitbone)

Comfrey leaf is suitable for dry skin or dry, damaged hair. Also called Knitbone, it has been used for centuries in compresses to mend fractured bones.

1) Add to facials to moisturize skin. Use on ALL skin types. 2) Infuse into hair rinse to treat dry, damaged hair; soothe & heal scalp irritations.

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Coriander Seed Essential Oil

Coriander Seed essential oil acts as a general pick-me-up for conditions like sluggishness, mental fatigue and poor concentration. In massage, it eases muscle pain and stiffness.

1) Add to massage oil to relax; inspire romance; soothe pain; detoxify; aid digestion. 2) Top note in perfumery; blends well with: benzoin, bergamot, clary sage, cypress, frankincense, jasmine, juniper, petitgrain, pine, sandalwood. 3) Pour drops into atomizer or burner to deodorize room; disinfect germs; treat colds-flu; aid concentration-boost memory.

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Corn Oil

An excellent moisturizer, corn oil is an acceptable carrier oil to use in massages.

1) Add to facials to moisturize skin. 2) Add to massage oil to relax; soothe pain; carry ingredients.

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Cornmeal

Amber-coloured cornmeal makes a great face cleanser and exfoliant, particularly for oily skin.

1) Add to facials to clean pores, soften; clear oiliness. Use on ALL skin types, esp. on OILY skin. 2) Add to manicure to clean hands. 3) Add to foot scrubs to exfoliate rough skin; absorb excess moisture.

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Cornstarch

Powdery cornstarch lends a particularly silky and luxurious feel to bath water, making skin feel smooth and soft.

1) Add to facials to clean pores; exfoliate; treat acne; lift blackheads, clear oiliness; smooth wrinkles. Use esp. on OILY, ACNE, PROBLEM skin. 2) Add to manicure to buff nails. 3) Use on feet to dry sweaty skin; in bath to soften water.

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Cream — Heavy, Light, Whipping

Cream, the rich fatty part of milk, moisturizes, nourishes and softens the skin.

1) Blend into relaxing tea for body and sweetness. 2) Add to facials to moisturize; nourish skin; carry ingredients. Use esp. on NORMAL, DRY, MATURE skin.

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Cucumber

Cucumber is widely known as a remedy for puffy eyes but its soothing, cooling and toning properties also work on general skin problems including wrinkles.

1) Add to facials to clean pores; exfoliate; refine skin colour; moisturize; smooth wrinkles; balance pH; fade freckles. Use on ALL skin types. 2) Use in cooling foot creams to clean, soften- exfoliate rough skin; stop itching. 3) Place slices on eyes to reduce puffiness & dark circles.

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Cypress Essential Oil

Cypress Essential Oil relieves insomnia and addresses emotions of fatigue, hopelessness and bereavement. It is also used in skincare as a tonic, astringent as well as a deodorant and slows down cellulite formation.

1) Add to facials to clear oiliness; treat acne. Use esp. on ACNE skin. 2) Add to massage oil or burner to foster sleep; soothe pain; strengthen breathing; detoxify; address female or male issues; thwart cellulite. 3) Middle note fixative in perfumery; blends well with: benzoin, bergamot, clary sage, frankincense, juniper, lavender, marjoram, pine, sandalwood. 4) Pour drops into atomizer to scent linen; brighten room; disinfect germs; treat coughs; aid concentration.

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Dandelion

Dandelion, the flower named after "lion’s teeth" or "dent de lyon" in French has wonderful skin cleansing properties, useful in treating problems such as acne and age spots.

1) Blend in tea for digestion; to release fluid retention. 2) Infuse in facials to clean pores, treat acne; refine skin colour. Use esp. on NORMAL, ACNE, MATURE skin types. 3) Use in foot creams to clean; stimulate circulation; eliminate warts.

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Dill

Dill is the Anglo Saxon word for "to lull" and it makes a gentle addition to herbs in a sleep pillow.

1) Blend in relaxing tea for sleeplessness, indigestion, bad breath. 2) Mix in baths, sleep pillows, pot pourri, sachets or linen sprays for fragrance.

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Dulse (Seaweed)

Dulse is a seaweed used in culinary, skincare and bath recipes. It has potent detoxifying capabilities and is rich in Vitamins C & E.

1) Add to facials or body wraps to clean pores; clear oiliness; exfoliate; detoxify; moisturize; rejuvinate skin; relax look; destress. 2) Use in foot creams to clean; exfoliate rough skin; stimulate circulation-detoxification; soothe tired muscles.

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Echinacea

Echinacea boosts the immune system which helps prevent the onset of colds. It is antiviral, antifungal and antibacterial and can be applied externally to treat skin conditions.

1) Blend in tea to prevent or treat cold symptoms, boost immunity, encourage lymphatic elimination. 2) Use in foot creams to fight fungus, bacteria; stimulate circulation; treat colds.

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Egg (whole)

Whole eggs are nourishing to the skin and make hair smooth and shiny.

1) Add to facials to visually reduce the size of pores and to bind ingredients. Use on ALL skin types. 2) Apply to hair for manageability, volume, shine, fullness. 3) Use in recipes to help emulsify ingredients.

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Egg White

Egg Whites are frequently used in facial masks for dry, wrinkled, puffy or combination skin because it makes skin look smoother and tighter.

1) Apply as facial treatment to make skin look smoother & tighter. 2) Apply to hair for manageability.

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Egg Yolk

Egg yolks are nourishing for dry skin and make hair easier to manage. The yolk contains a compound called lecithin which helps bind oil and water.

1) Add to facials to nourish; soften skin. Use esp. on DRY skin. 2) Apply to hair for manageability. 3) Use in recipes to help emulsify ingredients.

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Elderflowers & Elderberries

Elderflowers are considered sleep inducing and relaxing. They are also used to wash greasy, problem skin or to treat normal, dry or damaged hair.

1) Blend in relaxing tea for sleeplessness, colds, flu, fever, hay fever. 2) Infuse into facials to clean pores; moisturize; lift blackheads; smooth wrinkles; fade freckles. Use esp. on OILY, PROBLEM or MATURE skin. 3) Infuse into hair rinse to treat normal, dry, or damaged hair; to add colour tones to gray.

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Epsom Salts

In a bath, epsom salts ease aching limbs, draw toxins from the body and reduce stress.

1) Use in foot preparations or bathtub to detoxify; relieve aches; clean; soften water; exfoliate rough skin; relax.

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Eucalyptus

Hailing from Australia, Eucalyptus is best known medininally as a respiratory aid for cold and flu sufferers. It also makes a lovely addition to herbal bath pouches.

1) Use in foot creams or bath water to fight bacteria; strengthen breathing; treat colds-coughs; fragrance. 2) Mix in sleep pillows, pot pourri, sachets or linen sprays for fresh fragrance.

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Eucalyptus (Tasmanium Blue Gum) Essential Oil

Eucalyptus (Tasmanian Blue Gum) Essential Oil is antiseptic and stimulating. In massage, it revitalizes sore muscles and is handy for treating headaches, colds and flu.

1) Add to massage oil to relax; allay headaches; soothe pain; strengthen breathing. 2) Top note in perfumery; blends well with: bergamot, cedarwood, thyme, cypress, juniper, lavender, lemon, marjoram, pine, rosemary, tea tree. 3) Pour drops into atomizer or burner to disinfect germs; treat colds-flu-coughs; aid concentration; repel fleas, bugs.

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Eucalyptus Citriodora Essential Oil

Lemony Eucalyptus Citradora is calming, sedative and relaxing and works well in a bath or massage. It also strengthens the immune system by attacking many bacteria, viruses & new fungi.

1) Add to hair rinse to curb dandruff. 2) Use on feet to deodorize; fight fungus; stimulate circulation. 3) Add to massage oil to foster sleep; lift depression; boost immunity; detoxify; aid digestion; address female issues; thwart cellulite. 4) Top note in perfumery; blends well with: cedarwood, lavender, marjoram, pine, rosemary, thyme. 5) Pour drops into atomizer to brighten-disinfect room; treat colds-flu.

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Evening Primrose Oil

Pressed from the flowers and seeds of the plant, Evening Primrose oil can be used externally for dry skin.

1) Add to facials to moisturize, nourish, rejuvinate skin, help maintain elasticity, smooth wrinkles. Use esp. on DRY, MATURE skin. 2) Add to hair shampoos to control dry scalp & dandruff. 3) Add to massage oil to relax; address female issues; curb alcohol abuse.

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Eyebright

As its name indicates, Eyebright has eye soothing properties and makes a gentle compress for tired and puffy eyes.

1) Make into a cooling eye bath to reduce puffiness; treat cold symptoms; relieve allergies; heal conjunctivitis; give sparkle.

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Fennel and Fennel Seeds

Fennel can be used to tone the scalp and to wash normal hair. Chew a few to freshen your breath.

1) Blend in tea to inspire romance; freshen breath; aid digestion; soothe cold symptoms. 2) Infuse into facials to clean pores. 3) Infuse into hair rinse to treat normal hair & tone scalp. 4) Make into a cooling eye bath to treat cold symptoms; heal conjunctivitis. 4) Mix in baths, pot pourri, sachets or linen sprays for fragrance.

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Fir Needle Essential Oil

Fir Needle essential oil is most often produced in Canada. In perfumery, it’s considered a masculine, middle note and is best used in fragrance burners and sprays to quiet a tense room.

1) Add to massage oil to relax; strengthen breathing. 2) Middle note in perfumery; blends well with: cajeput, clary sage, cypress, eucalyptus, juniper, pine. 3) Pour drops into atomizer or burner to ease tension; brighten-deodorize room; clean household surfaces.

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Flax Seed

Nutty flax seeds turn into an excellent skin- and hair-care gel when boiled in water. Plain flax seeds can also be used to fill sleep pillows.

1) Add to facials to rejuvinate skin; smooth wrinkles. 2) Place gel on eyes to soothe dryness, soreness, puffiness. 3) Add to hair recipes to set and condition hair. 4) Add to creams to thicken recipes and soothe general skin irritations. 5) Pour in sleep pillows as filler.

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Flax Seed Oil

Flax Seed Oil, loaded with Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins and elements helps skin regenerate and resist negative influences. Add to cream and lotion recipes for dry, red, irritated and flaky skin.

1) Add to facials to rejuvinate skin; smooth wrinkles. 2) Place gel on eyes to soothe dryness, soreness, puffiness. 3) Add to hair recipes to set and condition hair. 4) Add to creams to thicken recipes and soothe general skin irritations. 5) Add to massage oil to relax, nourish skin, rub sore muscles; carry ingredients.

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Fractionated Coconut Oil

Fractionated Coconut oil, unlike regular coconut oil, is liquid at room temperature and is used by massage therapists for its light, non-greasy feel and by cosmeticians for its emulsifying properties. 1) Add to facials to clean pores, moisturize, relax look, destress; for fragrance. Use esp. on DRY, FINE skin types. 2) Apply to hair as lathering agent to revitalize, clean & condition normal, dry or damaged hair. 3) Add to massage oil to relax; carry ingredients; scent.

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Frankincense (Olibanum) Essential Oil

Frankincense Essential Oil has been used for thousands of years as incense and can be used to treat depression and insomnia. In skin care, it suits mature skin and stretch marks.

1) Add to facials to relax look, destress. Use esp. on MATURE, DRY skin. 2) Add to massage oil or burner to meditate; foster sleep; lift depression; strengthen breathing; treat colds-flu-coughs; address female issues; diminish stretch marks. 3) Base note fixative in perfumery; blends well with: basil, benzoin, bergamot, cedarwood, cinnamon, clary sage, geranium, lavender, myrrh, neroli, patchouli, pine, rose, sandalwood, vetiver.

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Frankincense Crystals

Frankincense is a resin gum that hardens into crystaline pebbles. It enhances deep breathing and meditation and is widely used in religious ceremonies.

1) Add to burner to relax; meditate; foster sleep; lift depression; strengthen breathing; treat colds-flu-coughs; address female issues; scent. 2) Middle note in perfumery; blends well with: basil, benzoin, bergamot, cedarwood, cinnamon, clary sage, geranium, lavender, myrrh, neroli, patchouli, pine, rose, sandalwood, vetiver. 3) Mix in baths, sleep pillows, pot pourri, sachets or linen sprays for fragrance.

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Fuller's Earth Clay

Fuller’s Earth is a clay which is well-known for its deep-cleansing qualities. Mixed with water, it makes a paste which can be spread on skin to stimulate blood circulation and lymphatic flow.

1) Add to facials to clean pores; clear oiliness; detoxify; moisturize; smooth wrinkles; relax look; destress. Use on ALL skin types. 2) Apply as dry shampoo or paste to condition-clean hair & scalp, absorb excess oil.

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Gelatin

Gelatin is used to thicken cosmetics.

1) Soak feet in a bath of prepared gelatin.

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Geranium Essential Oil

Geranium essential oil reduces anxiety and depression. In skin care, it combats puffiness, acne, plus eczema. It balances the skin, is a natural deodorant, and used in massage, creams & baths.

1) Add to facials to balance pH; relax look; destress. Use on ALL skin. 2) Use in foot creams to fight fungus; deodorize; reduce swelling. 3) Add to massage oil to relax; lift depression; address female issues. 4) Middle note fixative in perfumery; blends well with: benzoin, bergamot, chamomile, clary sage, clove, lavender, lemon, marjoram, orange, patchouli, rosemary, vetiver, sandalwood. 5) Pour drops into atomizer or burner to brighten room; disinfect germs; repel bugs.

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German Chamomile Water Distillate

German Chamomile distillate calms the nervous system and clears the skin.

1) Add to relaxing tea for sleeplessness, restlessness, irritability, resentment, depression, anxiety, anger, headaches, digestion, stomach cramps, period pains, nausea, morning sickness, shock & to prevent nightmares. 2) Add facials to clean pores, balance pH; rejuvinate skin, relax look, destress; scent. Use esp. on NORMAL, OILY, COMBO, FINE skin. 3) Rinse thru hair to add gloss, lengthen, moisturize dry, damaged hair. 4) Mix in baths or linen sprays for fragrance.

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Ginger & Gingerroot

Ginger is an ideal addition to bath water because its warming qualities stimulate circulation and increase blood flow which help the body detoxify. It also works on headaches and stiff joints.

1) Use in tea blends to foster sleep; inspire romance; treat colds; allay headaches; detoxify; aid digestion. 2) Use in warming foot creams or bath tub to stimulate circulation; relieve stiffness & aches.

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Ginger Essential Oil

Ginger Essential Oil stimulates circulation which encourages the elimination of toxins from the body.

1) Add to massage oils to soothe pain; detoxify; aid digestion. 2) Base note fixative in perfumery; blends well with: cedarwood, cinnamon, coriander, frankincense, neroli, patchouli, rose, sandalwood, vetiver. 3) Pour drops into atomizer or burner to brighten room; treat colds-flu-coughs; aid concentration-boost memory.

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Glycerin

Glycerin is a vegetable product which comes as a clear syrup. It is a natural moisturizer which adds body to beauty recipes.

1) Add to facials to moisturize, soothe skin, add body & flavour to recipes. Use esp. on FINE skin. 2) Add to spray bottle & perfume blends to prolong shelf life of fragrance.

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Golden Rod

Infusions from dried Golden Rod leaves and flowers are used in skincare for their natural astringent, toning and antiseptic properties. They also have sedative qualities.

1) Infuse into facials to tone complexion.

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Grapefruit & Grapefruit Juice

Thirst-quenching Grapefruit contains naturally occuring AHA’s which are known to exfoliate skin.

1) Add to facials as AHAs to exfoliate; clean pores; lift blackheads. Use esp. on OILY skin.

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Grapefruit Essential Oil

With its cheerful scent, Grapefruit Essential Oil is used for depression and mental exhaustion. Its tonic and astringent nature is also good for oily skin and acne.

1) Add to facials to clean pores; treat acne; firm. Use esp. on OILY, ACNE, PROBLEM skin. 2) Add to massage oils to lift depression; soothe pain; strengthen breathing; detoxify; aid digestion; thwart cellulite; support weight loss. 3) Top note in perfumery; blends well with: cardamom, clove, coriander, cypress, geranium, ginger, juniper, lavender, neroli, palmarosa, petitgrain, pine, rosemary. 4) Pour drops into atomizer or burner to brighten room; disinfect germs; treat colds-flu; aid concentration.

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Grapeseed Oil

Because it is light, non-greasy, odourless and leaves a satin-smooth finish on the skin, Grapeseed oil is ideal for massage.

1) Add to massage oils to relax; soothe pain; carry ingredients; leave a pleasant finish on skin.

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Green French Clay

Green French clay is a key spa ingredient because it helps remove surface dirt and dead cells from skin and the experience of resting while topped in mud diffuses tension in a most pleasant way.

1) Add to facials and body wraps to clean pores; clear oiliness; detoxify; moisturize; smooth wrinkles; relax look; destress. Use on ALL skin types. 2) Apply as dry shampoo or wet paste to condition-clean hair & scalp, absorb excess oil.

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Green Tea

Drinking Green Tea is good for the nervous system. Applied externally, it relieves sunburn pain, removes foot odour, darkens hair colour and tones mature skin.

1) Use in tea blends to stimulate circulation-detoxification; aid digestion; prevent colds & flu. 2) Add to facials to clean pores; clear oiliness; moisturize; smooth wrinkles; relax look; destress. Use on ALL skin types. 3) Infuse into hair rinse to darken colour. 4) Use in foot creams as deodorant.

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Hazelnut Oil

Hazelnut oil is nourishing to the skin. It stimulates circulation which results in the removal of toxins from the body.

1) Add to facials to moisturize, relax look; destress; scent. Use esp. on OILY, COMBO, ACNE skin. 2) Add to massage oils to relax; soothe pain; detoxify; carry ingredients.

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Heartsease or Wild Pansy or Viola Tricolor

Heartsease or Viola Tricolor was historically added to love potions to send pleasant thoughts. It can also be taken as tea for colds. In skincare, it is cleansing and helps a variety of skin conditions.

1) Blend in relaxing tea to inspire romance; treat colds-coughs. 2) Infuse into facials to clean pores, reduce inflammation.

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Hemp Seed Oil

Hemp Seed Oil is an excellent choice for skin, lip & hair care recipes because of its high essential fatty acid content. In massage, it penetrates skin easily without feeling greasy.

1) Add to massage oil to relax, nourish skin, rub sore muscles; carry ingredients. 2) Add into hair care recipes to moisturize and condition hair and scalp; impart a nice feel to lather. 3) Add to foot creams to condition dry skin.

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Hibiscus

Hibiscus, Hawaii’s state flower, is rich in calcium, niacin, riboflavin, iron & Vitamin C. It is often added to tea blends, particularly to complement rosehips, and is credited for lowering blood pressure.

1) Blend in relaxing tea for flavour.

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Honey

Honey, a natural humectant, has moisturizing and antiseptic qualities. It is ideal for treating chapped lips and wrinkles.

1) Blend in tea for sleeplessness; to treat colds. 2) Add to facials to clean pores; moisturize; smooth wrinkles; nourish skin. Use esp. on MATURE, DRY, PROBLEM skin.

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Horsetail

Horsetail contains silica which strengthens hair and nails.

1) Infuse into facials to clean pores; moisturize skin. Use esp. on OILY skin. 2) Infuse into hair rinse to strengthen & clean hair. 3) Add to manicure to clean, strengthen nails.

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Jasmine

Jasmine eases depression and adds a nice fragrance to hair treatments.

1) Blend in relaxing tea to lift depression; inspire romance. 2) Infuse into hair rinse to add fragrance. 3) Mix in baths, sleep pillows, pot pourri, sachets or linen sprays for fragrance.

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Jasmine Essential Oil (10%)

Sweet, exotic Jasmine Essential Oil is used to enhance dreams and encourage a good night’s sleep. Added to massage oils, it can be used as an aphrodisiac or to treat depression.

1) Add to facials to moisturize; improve elasticity; relax look; destress. Use esp. on MATURE, DRY, FINE skin. 2) Infuse into hair rinse to add fragrance. 3) Add to massage oil or burner to relax; foster sleep; enhance dreams; lift depression; inspire romance; boost self-esteem; address female issues. 4) Middle note in perfumery; blends well with: benzoin, bergamot, black pepper, clary sage, geranium, orange, rose, sandalwood, ylang ylang.

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Jojoba Oil

Jojoba Oil is an excellent choice to use as a carrier oil because it conditions hair, scalp, skin and nails and it keeps well without refrigeration.

1) Add to facials to clean pores, moisturize, nourish, clear oiliness; protect; bring out skin’s radiance, relax look, destress. Use esp. on ACNE, MATURE, DRY skin. 2) Apply to hair to condition & clean hair & scalp. 3) Add to manicure to condition nails. 4) Add to massage oils to relax; soothe pain; preserve blends; carry ingredients.

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Juniper Berries

Juniper Berries are useful in bath sachets for their calming fragrance and detoxification-stimulating properties.

1) Add to facials to clean pores, scent. Use esp. on ACNE skin. 2) Use in foot creams or bathtub to relax; detoxify. 3) Mix in sleep pillows, pot pourri, sachets or linen sprays for fragrance.

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Juniper Berry Essential Oil

Juniper Essential oil enhances dreams and treats exhaustion and worry. In skin care, it helps problem skin, puffiness and cellulite. In a bath, it will stimulate the elimination of toxins.

1) Add to facials to clean pores; treat acne; relax look, destress. Use esp. on OILY, PROBLEM, ACNE skin. 2) Add to hair rinse to abet hair growth. 3) Add to massage oils to foster sleep; aid digestion; detoxify; address female issues; thwart cellulite; reduce swelling; treat colds-flu. 4) Middle note in perfumery; blends well with: benzoin, clary sage, ginger, lavender, neroli, rosemary, woods. 5) Pour drops into atomizer to brighten room; disinfect germs; treat colds-flu; aid concentration.

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Kaolin White Clay

Kaolin clay, or white China clay, is a time-honoured spa ingredient. Used plain or mixed with herbs and fruit juices, it makes a relaxing, detoxifying and therapeutic skin treatment.

1) Add to facials or body wraps to clean pores, clear oiliness; detoxify, moisturize; smooth wrinkles; relax look; destress. Use on ALL skin types. 2) Apply as dry shampoo or wet paste to condition-clean hair & scalp, absorb excess oil.

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Kelp Powder (Seaweed)

Kelp Powder, a gift from the sea, has been used for centuries for its cleansing, detoxifying, toning and conditioning properties. It adds shine to hair, softens skin and diminishes cellulite.

1) Add to facials or body wraps to clean pores; clear oiliness; detoxify; moisturize; rejuvinate skin; relax look; destress; inspire romance. 2) Apply as dry shampoo or wet paste to clean-condition hair & scalp, absorb excess oil, add shine. 3) Use in foot creams or bathtub to clean; exfoliate rough skin; stimulate circulation-detoxification; soothe tired muscles.

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Lady’s Mantle

Lady’s Mantle is primarily used to help with menstrual cycles but it can also be used in skin care for its astringent and anti-inflammatory properties.

1) Blend in relaxing tea to address female issues; aid digestion. 2) Add to facials to reduce puffiness; treat acne. Use esp. on OILY, ACNE or DRY skin.

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Lanolin, Anhydrous

Lanolin, another useful gift from our sheep friends, is obtained from wool and is used in balms and cosmetics for its emolliency. Its available with- (hydrous) or without- (anhydrous) water.

1) Add to facial creams to moisturize; protect; relax look; destress. Use esp. on NORMAL, OILY, DRY skin. 2) Add to manicure to moisturize, condition, massage hands. 3) Add to body lotions and foot creams to nourish skin, rub sore muscles.

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Lavender

Lavender lifts spirits and banishes anxieties. It is also soothing and calming to sensitive skin. As a hair treatment, it renews hair’s silkiness and shine and tones the scalp.

1) Blend in relaxing tea for sleeplessness, anxiety, headaches. 2) Infuse into facials to clean pores, balance pH; rejuvinate skin, relax look, destress; scent. Use esp. on NORMAL, OILY, COMBO, FINE skin. 3) Infuse into hair rinse to clean oily hair, renew silkiness, add shine, tone scalp, control dandruff, scent. 4) Mix in baths, sleep pillows, pot pourri, sachets or linen sprays for fragrance.

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Lavender Essential Oil

Soporific Lavender Essential Oil is used to treat anxiety, depression and headaches. In massage, it relieves muscular aches and stiffness and is also a popular ingredient in skincare.

1) Infuse into