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INTRODUCTION Let start by knowing some meaning of the short-forms/words: Tbs means tablespoon, which is used for measurement. Tsp means teaspoon also used in measuring. Shelf life means period in which your products can survive i.e. expired date. SPF means sun protecting factor, which is used to protect ourselves from the harmful ultra-violet rays. Preservative: This is added to cream to prolong its life shelf. Double boiler: This is a set of two fitted saucepans or pots that are stacked together with space between them. The bottom saucepan is filled with water, and then the second saucepan is stacked on top. The steam from the bottom pot rises and heats the upper pot. In other words, place a wide pot on fire with water and put a thick glass bowl in it to melt your products. This means you are not heating or melting your products directly from stove or gas but from the pot. Measurements cups: They comes in different sizes and used for measuring. Mixer: This comes in different forms e.g. hand mixer, standing mixer or use a wooden spoon. INGREDIENTS USED IN CREAMS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: Base oils and herbal infused oils – Base oils are usually vegetable oils, pressed from nuts, seeds, kernels and other fatty parts of fruits and vegetables. Things to be aware of when choosing base oils include the consistency & smell. Some oils are rich and moisturizing and good for drier skins like avocado, hemp, macadamia, argan and rosehip. Often you would only use these in a smaller percentage along with lighter oil like almond or apricot. Oils like rosehip, hemp and macadamia can have quite a strong aroma, especially if they’re high quality and unrefined so factor this into your recipe and don’t use too much. Lighter oils that are good for 2

oiler skins include hazelnut, grape seed and jojoba. Sensitive skins respond well to apricot oil. As this topic is something of a vast one, I will dedicate a post to exploring some different base oils in further detail soon. Be aware that some wonderfully nutritious skin oils like borage and evening primrose have a very short shelf life, around 6 months, so ensure you get them from a good supplier and store them in the fridge. Never buy oils that smell rancid and be aware of using nut oils on those with allergies. Herbal infused oils are simply vegetable oils infused with herbs. Solid oils and butters – These include cacao butter, coconut oil, avocado butter, mango butter and Shea butter and they are rich and moisturizing as well as adding body to a cream. For a lighter effect which sinks in to the skin easily use coconut, or for a rich, nourishing hand cream opt for Shea. Cacao is nice in both body and face creams and, if you get it food grade, it lends a delicious chocolaty aroma to your finished product. Somewhere between liquid oil and beeswax or plant waxes in consistency, fats will partly absorb into the skin but will leave something of a protective film behind. Beeswax and plant waxes – These thicken and add body to creams and also help a little with emulsification. They are not well absorbed into the skin creating a protective barrier that helps it maintain its own moisture and keeps it hydrated, especially during these wintery months with their high winds. Waters – These include spring water, floral waters, herbal teas and aloe vera. You can vary them endlessly to suit your purpose. If you are making a plain base cream try using just spring water or if it’s a luxury face cream then use Rose floral water. If you want a soothing cream with anti-inflammatory properties then try a strong tea of chamomile and calendula Vegetable Glycerin – Glycerin is a sweet, syrupy, clear liquid that helps draw moisture to the surface of the skin. In very dry climates it can apparently take the moisture from deeper layers of skin so best to avoid using it, but if you live in the damp UK, it can be a nice addition and improve the consistency of your creams. Tinctures – A small proportion of a suitable herbal tincture will add therapeutic value as well as helping to preserve your cream. Try calendula in a soothing

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cream, comfrey in a bruise healing cream or yarrow in an anti-inflammatory cream. Do beware though that alcohol can irritate sensitive skins. Essential Oils – The volatile oil content of the plant is distilled, pressed or extracted with solvents leaving a highly concentrated and powerfully aromatic liquid that can be used for strong therapeutic benefits or simply to make the product smell delicious. Emulsifiers – These help the water and oil parts of a cream to mix and leave a homogenous finish. Common ones include emulsifying wax, vegetal and VE/MF emulsifiers all derived from vegetable sources, albeit after some intense processing! Another commonly used and readily available emulsifier is borax Vitamins and minerals – These can be added to creams and usually come as a powder or in liquid form. Vitamins A, C and E are the ones most commonly used as they are good anti-oxidants and can help prevent oils going rancid. Sometimes minerals like zinc are added to sun creams to create a barrier against the sun’s rays. Natural preservatives – These include rosemary extract and grape seed extract. Both are powerful anti-oxidants that can increase the shelf life of creams. They have some anti-bacterial action but most agree it is not powerful enough for products sold commercially. Grapefruit seed extract is more powerfully antimicrobial but there is much evidence out there that suggests it is harmful so I suggest reading the research yourself before using it. Synthetic preservatives – Creams are much like food. If you plan to use them quickly (how quickly will depend on the recipe) and keep them cool then you have no need to go down this route but if you are planning to keep them for longer than a few weeks or if you wish to sell them you will need to add a synthetic preservative which will protect against moulds, yeasts, bacteria etc. Though there is conflicting evidence as to whether all types of parabens are carcinogenic, I personally avoid them altogether. Some of the safest ones seem to be Preservative 12 and Preservative Eco, both sold by Aromatic. I often avoid using these where possible but for creams with high water content they are always necessary.

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WHAT ARE CARRIER OILS? Carrier oils are naturally derived from vegetarian sources and have a neutral smell. They aren’t volatile like essential oils, which makes them an excellent medium for dilution and application. How are carrier oils used? Essential oils are volatile, which means they evaporate rapidly and contain the natural smell and characteristics of the plant. This can make them too strong to apply undiluted. Carrier oils do not evaporate or have a strong aroma, making them the perfect pair for diluting especially strong essential oils, reducing the concentration of the essential oil without altering its therapeutic qualities. When you dilute an essential oil with carrier oil, you can also control its concentration before applying. Like other substances that are high in fat, carrier oils have a limited shelf life, meaning that eventually they can go bad. Depending on the type, oils with a short shelf life should typically be used within six months, while oils with a longer shelf life may stay good for up to a year. It’s important to store oils in their original airtight containers in a cool, dark place, such as the pantry, to maximize shelf life. Carrier oils can vary widely in their consistency, absorption, aroma, shelf life, and other characteristics. Carrier oils can be blended to change or combine their properties, so you can mix and match until you find the blend that’s just right for you! Get to know some of the more popular carrier oils! V-6* A proprietary Young Living formula combining fractionated coconut oil, grape seed oil, sweet almond oil, wheat germ oil (contains a lot of vitamin E and acts as a natural preservative), sunflower oil, and olive oil. Moisturizes and nourishes the skin. Excellent carrier oil for all your best essential oils and applications **Caution: May cause a reaction to those with nut allergies. Grape seed Oil* Light and thin consistency Well suited for massages; leaves a light glossy film over the skin, Moisturizing, High in linoleic acid, relatively short shelf life.

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Sweet Almond Oil* Slightly sweet, nutty aroma, Medium consistency, Absorbs relatively quickly; leaves a slight hint of oil on the skin, Rich in vitamin E and oleic acid, Moisturizing, Good all-purpose carrier oil. *Caution: May cause a reaction to those with nut allergies. Jojoba Oil* Slightly nutty aroma, Medium consistency, Superior, non-greasy absorption, similar to the skin’s natural oils, Moisturizing for skin and hair, Long shelf life. Olive Oil* Popular, easy-to-find oil used in both topical and culinary applications, Thicker consistency; leaves an oily feel on the skin, Stronger aroma, Good source of oleic acid (omega fatty acid), Relatively short shelf life, Fractionated Coconut Oil, Unlike coconut oil, fractionated coconut oil is liquid at room temperature, No noticeable aroma, Absorbs well; leaves skin feeling silky and moisturized; non-greasy, High in essential fatty acids, Long shelf life. Coconut Oil* Solid at room temperature, distinct coconut aroma, Solid white color, Leaves a moisturizing, oily feeling layer on top of the skin, Long shelf life. Cocoa Butter* Solid and difficult to work with at room temperature, best used when melted and blended with other carrier oils, Sweet, chocolate aroma. Shea Butter* Solid at room temperature, Nutty aroma, Cream colored, Moisturizing to skin and hair; leaves behind a moisturizing, waxy-feeling layer. An essential oil is a concentrated hydrophobic liquid containing volatile aroma compounds from plants. Essential oils are also known as volatile oils, ethereal oils, aetherolea, or simply as the oil of the plant from which they were extracted, such as oil of clove. List of essential oils Lavender, Tea tree oil, Peppermint oil, Lemon oil, Lemongrass oil, Myrrh, Frankincense, Chamomile, Rosemary oi, Bergamon,t Black pepper, Neroli, Nutmeg 6

oi,l Palmarosa, Patchouli, Cypress, Carrot seed oil, Sandalwood, Jasmine, Yang ylang, Grapefruit. The essential oils go with carrier oils...you can't use them without carrier oils. List of carrier oils: Grape seed, Sweet almond oil, Avocado oil, Coconut oil, Argan oi, Olive oil, Apricot kernel oil, Borage seed oil, Evening primrose, Hazelnut, Hempseed oil, Jojoba oil, Sesame oil, Peanut oil, Sunflower oil, Rosehip seed oil. BUTTERS Our butters are: Shea butter, Cocoa butter, Avocado butter, Mango butter SKIN LIGHTENING/WHITENING AGENTS Kojic acid, Licorice acid, Mulberry, Lactic acid, Jojoba, beads for face, Glutathione powder, Turmeric powder, Walnut shell, Rice flour, Gram flour, Alpha arbutin, Salicylic acid, Niacinmide Azelaic derived from yeast, Snow white powder. WAXES List of waxes: Bees wax, Emulsify wax, Borage wax. There are 3 phases in cream or lotion making which are oil phase, water phase and cool down phase. Oil phase we have: Cocoa butter, Coconut oil, emulsifying wax, Jojoba oil Water phase we have: Water, Glycerin, Perfumery alcohol. SKIN TYPES AND CARE Here's what you need to know about what skin type you have and how to take better care of your skin. Normal skin type If you have a normal skin type, you're lucky to have skin that has a good balance and the right amount of water and lipids. Normal skin has: No or few imperfections No severe sensitivity Barely visible pores A radiant complexion Combination skin type 7

A combination skin type can be dry or normal in some areas, and oily in others, such as the T-zone. The T- zone is the nose, forehead, and chin area. A common skin type, combination skin may benefit from slightly different types of skin care in different areas. Combination skin can produce: Overly dilated pores Blackheads Shiny skin This type of skin results from genetic or hormonal factors that cause an imbalance in how much and where lipids are produced. It can also vary, depending on the weather. Dry skin type Dry skin can produce: Almost invisible pores Dull, rough complexion Red patches Less elasticity More visible lines When exposed to drying factors, skin can flake, crack, peel or become itchy, irritated or inflamed. If your skin is very dry, it can become rough and scaly, especially on the backs of your hands, arms, and legs. Dry skin may be caused or worsened by: Genetics Ageing or changes in hormones Weather such as wind, sun, or cold or ultraviolet (UV) radiation Indoor heating Long hot baths and showers Ingredients in soaps, cosmetics or cleaning agents Medications Here are some tips for taking better care of dry skin: Take shorter showers and baths, no more than once daily. Use mild, gentle soaps or cleansers. Avoid deodorant soaps. Don't scrub while bathing or drying.

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Apply a rich moisturizer right after bathing. Ointments and creams may work better than lotions for dry skin. Re-apply as needed throughout the day. Use a humidifier and don't let indoor temperatures get too hot. Buy natural cleaning products. Wear gloves when using cleaning agents, solvents or household detergents. Oily skin type Oily skin is more common in youth. It occurs when glands in the skin secrete too much oil (lipids). Oily skin can produce: Enlarged pores Dull or shiny, thick complexion Blackheads, spots or other blemishes Oiliness can change, depending upon the time of year or the weather. Oily skin can be caused or worsened by: Puberty or other hormonal imbalances Stress Antibiotics Exposure to heat or too much humidity Here are some tips for taking better care of oily skin: Wash your skin no more than twice a day and after you perspire heavily. Use a gentle cleanser and don't scrub. Don't pick, pop or squeeze spots. This prolongs healing time. Use products labeled as 'noncomedogenic'. They don't tend to clog pores. Sensitive skin type If your skin is sensitive, it's helpful to find out why so you can stay away from things that make it react. You may have sensitive skin for a variety of reasons, but often in response to particular skin care products. Sensitive skin can show up as: Redness Itching Burning Dryness These are a few of the most common reasons for sensitive skin: 9

Acne is from oil in the skin that clogs pores and allows for the overgrowth of skin bacteria. Treatment may include: Tea tree oil Antibiotics Benzoyl peroxide Salicylic acid Retinoids HOT CHOCOLATE BODY BUTTER 1/2 cup of organic cocoa butter 1/2 cup organic mango or Shea butter. You can also substitute another 1/2 cup cocoa butter. , 1/2 cup coconut oil 1/2 cup of jojoba or a mild olive oil. Almond oil can also be used but it will decrease shelf life because it is more vulnerable to oxidation. 1-2 teaspoons peppermint 2 tablespoons pure cocoa or cacao powder. 2 teaspoons naturally derived vitamin E, optional How To Make Whipped Body Butter: Prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice and fitting a smaller bowl inside. The inside bowl needs to be able to hold at least 4-5 cups of liquid. Using a double boiler or a pot of boiling water with a smaller pot fitted inside, melt cocoa butter and mango butter over a low simmer. Add coconut oil and melt until completely liquid. Remove cocoa butter/coconut oil mixture from heat. Measure 5 teaspoons of cocoa powder into a small bowl and gradually add several tablespoons of jojoba/almond/olive oil. Mix thoroughly and then add to cocoa butter/coconut oil mixture along with remaining jojoba/almond/olive oil. Place mixture in chilled bowl (which should still be resting above the ice bowl) and allow to cool for 10 minutes. Remove mixture from ice bath and whip until stiff peaks form. If after a few minutes it does not seem to be thickening return the bowl to the ice bath and whip there. Store in an airtight jar keep out of direct sunlight (which promotes oxidation). 10

EBONY BODY BUTTER 1/2 cup distilled water 1/8 tsp. borax powder 1/2 cup almond oil 1 tsp. coconut oil 1 tsp. grated beeswax 2 Tbsp. honey 3-4 drops orange Essential Oil (optional) METHOD 1) Mix water and borax together, stirring until well mixed. Set aside. Mix together the almond oil, coconut oil, honey, and beeswax in a glass measuring cup. Place the cup with the oils-beeswax mixture in a pan of water (about 1 to 2" of water) on a double boiler let it melt for 8 to 10 min stirring occasionally. When the wax is melted, put the water/borax solution in the microwave on High for 1 min., or use double boiler method. Remove the oil-beeswax mixture from the double boiler and start whipping. Slowly add water/borax to the mixture and continue whipping. Allow the lotion to cool completely. The consistency may seem a bit thin, but it will thicken as it cools. You may add the orange Essential Oil now if you wish. Pour into a lidded container. To use: massage a small amount into your skin. This body lotion recipe leaves your skin feeling and looking radiant. The Almond oil Body Lotion feels silky-smooth. This body lotion is a lavish and invigorating way to treat your skin. It is easy to make and affordable, it nourishes and pampers the skin. Feel free to substitute or add other essential oils to personalize your body lotion recipe. The recipe can be left without fragrance or essential oils can be added for therapeutic benefit. GLOWING LOTION Almond oil – half a cup. Coconut oil – one-quarter of a cup. Beeswax – one-quarter of a cup. Vitamin E (oil) – one teaspoon. 11

Shea butter – one to two tablespoons (depending on the texture you’re after). Essential oils (pure essential oils, not water based or hydrosols). If your skin is typically dry, try rose essential oil or geranium essential oil. If your little ones suffer eczema outbreaks every now and then, add lavender, sandalwood, jasmine or chamomile essential oils. You can enjoy the refreshing feeling of a glowing and energized skin by adding grapefruit, lavender or lemon essential oils. Melt the first three ingredients in a mason jar placed in a saucepan filled with water. Stir until incorporated, then add the rest of the ingredients (remember they are optional,) stir for a few seconds more, and remove from heat. Finally, pour the lotion in another container – preferably one without a pump, as it will not work well with the texture of this nourishing lotion. ANTI-WRINKLE SHEA CREAM Carrot Seed Essential Oil Important Properties: Helps smooth skin, smooth out acne scars, improves cell regeneration and overall tone of aging skin. INGREDIENTS 2 oz Unrefined Shea Butter 1 Teaspoon Rosehip Seed Oil 1 Teaspoon Argan Oil 40 Drops Carrot Seed Essential Oil METHOD Slowly melt the Shea Butter. Remove from the heat and add the Rosehip, Argan and Carrot Seed Oils. Mix well, set aside and let cool for 10 minutes Cover loosely with paper or a lid and place in the refrigerator for 45 minutes. Take out of the fridge and whip the mixture for a few minutes. You can hand whip it with a small whip or fork, or with a small electric mixer. Apply on clean face twice a day. If after 10 minutes the cream is not completely absorbed, gently pat off excess with a paper towel. ECZEMA SHEA CREAM Wheat Germ Oil important properties: has anti-inflammatory properties to help prevent eczema. Is rich in vitamins A, B, D and E, antioxidants and fatty acids. IMPORTANT: Wheat Germ Oil contains Gluten. For a Gluten-free version of this cream, use Jojoba Oil instead. INGREDIENTS 4 oz Unrefined Shea Butter 12

2 TBS Wheat Germ Oil (or Jojoba Oil for gluten-free) 40 Drops Lavender Essential Oil METHOD Slowly melt the Shea Butter. Remove from the heat and add the Wheat Germ Oil (or Jojoba Oil), Lavender Oil and mix well. Let it cool off for 10 minutes. Cover loosely with paper or a lid and place in the refrigerator for 45 minutes. Take out of the fridge and whip the mixture with an electric mixer for about 5 minutes until it looks creamy. Apply at least twice a day (morning and night) or as often as your skin needs it. COLLAGEN BODY SCRUB Oatmeal one cup Cinnamon 2 tablespoons Raw honey 2 tablespoons Brown sugar 4 tablespoons 4 Collagen liquid extract tablespoons 2 tablespoons of Castile soap Cinnamon, known for its distinct aroma, is a spice that is not only useful for cooking but also remarkable for health benefits. Here are some of the benefits of cinnamon on our health: Increases the blood flow Has anti-microbial property Lowers cholesterol Increases collagen production It’s a great anti-oxidant. Method: Mix the powders in a bowl then you add the liquids and warm collagen extract. The mixture should be thick. Your collagen scrub is ready Use twice a week. You can add half spoon of preservative. This scrub helps build up collagen for aging skin and makes the skin smooth. BLEACHED SKIN OIL 60ml mustard seed oil 20ml turmeric oil 5ml frankincense oil 5ml vit E oil 30ml rosehip oil 13

30ml tissue oil Mix together and that's your bleached skin oil STRETCH MARKS CREAM 2tbsp Shea butter 2tbsp cocoa butter 2tbsp coconut oil 2tbsp avocado oil 2tbsp lavender oil 2tsp miracle powder 1tsp Vitamin E oil PROCESS Melt all ingredients in a double boiler Remove from heat when it's dissolved. -Whip until creamy. Store in an airtight container. STRETCH MARKS OIL INGREDIENTS 6tsp sesame oil 3 drops lavender oil 3 drops sandalwood oil 3 drops frankincense oil PROCESS Put all the oils in a bowl. Mix very well Store this oil in a glass container and use as when required. STRETCH MARKS SCRUB 1 cup of coffee ground (nestle coffee) 1tbsp almond oil 3tbsp lemon juice 2tbsp sea salt 1tsp carrot oil PROCESS Put the coffee in a bowl. Add the almond oil, lemon juice, sea salt and carrot oil. Mix very well until well combined. 14

Use it to scrub the stretch marks affected area PAPAYA SEED OIL Papaya seed oil contains antibacterial, and antibiotics properties that have been shown to treat rashes and minor skin irritations. Papaya seed oil contains antiinflammatory compound that calm and soothe. Papaya seed oil is rich in vitamins, fatty acid, mineral and enzymes called papain. Papain act as an excellent gently dissolving dead skin cell. Unlike other commercial chemical exfoliant, papain reduces black spots and lightening up the skin, lightening post acne marks, and brightens all over without any irritation. So if you still doubt papaya oil, you need to give it a trial. SKIN BENEFITS: Moisturizer skin, Reduces under eye dark circles, Treat Melasma, Cures Eczema and Psoriasis, Clears Pigmentation; Removes Tans, Reduces Wrinkles, Controls acne breakout. PAPAYA OIL AT HOME Cut the papaya into small pieces including the skin, flesh and the seeds together. Put them in a pot and cover with extra virgin Olive oil to cover all the pieces. Simmer for 5 min in a low heat then bring it down to cool and pour the oil together with the pieces in a container and cover, leave it in a cool dark place for 2 days and extract the oil by using a clean clothes. PINK LIP BALM 1tbsp almond oil 1tsp beetroot powder 1tbsp Shea butter 1tsp coconut oil 1tsp beeswax 10 drops of vitamin E oil 10 drops of fragrance of your choice PROCESS -Melt Shea butter and beeswax together in a double boiler and allow to cool. - Put beetroot powder and stir until it's very smooth. Add fragrance and other oil and stir well. Always remember to scrub your lips often with lip scrub or your toothbrush. 15

DIY STRAWBERRY LIP BALM 1 fully ripe strawberry 3tbsp coconut oil 2tbsp glycerin PROCESS Mash strawberry into a smooth paste, add coconut oil, glycerin. Mix well and transfer to a clean lip balm jar. LIQUID BLACK WHITENING SOAP 2KG Black soap 1/4 cup camwood powder Quaker oat flour/4 cup (to be grinded) or get the flour Cinnamon powder 1/3 cup Turmeric 3 table spoon Aloe vera gel half cup Coconut oil 200ml Licorice extract 1/3 cup Shea butter 1 cup Vitamin C (ascorbic) 2 tbsp Lemon juice 200ml(freshly squeezed or use lemon oil 60ml) Herbal water 500ml (Herbal water is when you infuse a herb in water like ceylon green tea or use any green tea) Honey 400ml Orange peel half cup Neem 1/3 cup Black seed oil 2 tbsp Tea tree oil 2 tbsp Salicylic acid 2 tbsp Snow white powder 50g 1 santarde lotion 1 nature secret oil Whitening glycerin 30ml 16

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METHODS These are the soaps used, you can use any black soap of your choice. Half kg Ghana soap, half kg black soap, one kg Ghana white soap. Put all in a pot, Add my herbal water, Put on low heat for about 4mins to melt, In a double boiler, Add coconut oil, Measure my Shea butter and put in a double boiler to melt, The soap is melted. Drop it down and pour in a big bowl or bucket, Oil melted and put off the heat, Add honey to the soap in the bucket, Add aloe vera gel, Add camwood to the oil, Add quaker oat to the oil, Add dried neem leaf powder to the oil, Add papaya extract 50ml to the soap in the bucket, Add licorice extract to the oil, But please if your licorice extract is strong, Endeavour to make it smooth first before using because it takes, forever to melt inside the oil or even when it’s in soap try beating it or soak it in warm water a day before. Add cinnamon to the oil, Add orange peel powder to the oil, Add turmeric to the oil, Mixed the powders and oil together and poured in to the soap in the bucket, Mixed all together, So in your process of making a whitening soap, you have made a GLOWING BLACK SOAP at this stage. You can take from it at this stage and use or sell ORGANIC HALFCAST CREAM 1tbsp Emulsifying wax, 2tbsp Shea butter, 2tbsp lightening glycerin, 1tsp steric acid, 2tbsp Snow White powder, 2tbsp giga white powder, 2tbsp sepi white powder, 2tbsp Filipino powder and solution (it’s also called filipino set) 2tbsp carrots oil, 2tbsp half cast oil. METHOD In a double boiler melt your e- wax, shea butter, lightening glycerin, stearic acid and stir well to melt into liquid and bring it down. In another double boiler put your Snow White, giga white and sepi white powder into a small bowl add you carrot oil and halfcast oil and set it on the big pot of boiling water on the stove allow to melt then pour it into your base cream that you first melt and mix together very well. Mix your Filipino powder and solution together, it will look like milk, pour into the cream and mix again. Now pour the mixture into your blender

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and blend well until it give you creamy texture, bring it down and pour into your container allow to cool for 10mins then close the container PIMPLES ERADICATOR SOAP 2 wrap of Ghana black soap or any black soap of your choice 4 tea spoons turmeric Lemon juice 60ml Lime juice 60ml Honey half cup Basil 1 teaspoon Neem 2 table spoon Sulphur 1 teaspoon Coconut oil 2tbsp Cinnamon 2 tbsp Activated charcoal 1 tbsp Mint oil half teaspoon or one spoon of mint powder Arrowroot 1 teaspoon Clove 1 teaspoon Mix together and that’s your pimples soap. ANTI-AGEING FACE CREAM 1/2 tbsp Emulsifying Wax 65ml of Rosewater 15ml Jojoba Oil 10ml Vitamin E oil 10ml of Rosehip Oil. METHOD Stand the Rosewater in a bath of hot water to raise the temperature Melt the Emulsifying Wax with the other Carrier Oils, Except the Vitamin E Oil, in a double-boiler. Once everything is melted take out of the double-boiler. Stir the melted mixture and add the Vitamin E Oil to the mix and stir to combine thoroughly Now start adding the warm Rosewater, little by little, to the mixture while stirring vigorously. The mixture will first be milky but after a while of stirring it will thicken. 19

IMPORTANT- It is important to make small quantity at a time because this has no preservatives, so won’t last long. BABY LOTION 1/2 cup coconut oil 1/2 cup aloe vera gel 3 drops lavender Essential oil (optional) Instructions Gently heat coconut oil until well melted - but not hot. Pour into a blender or food processer (or use a cup & stick blender for easy clean up!) with cold aloe vera gel,add essential oil, & blend until creamy & well emulsified. Scrape into a container with a tight fitting lid, & store either at room STRECHMARK CREAM Shea Butter Coconut Oil Vitamin E Oil Little Pinch of Turmeric Aloe Vera Extract Direction Melt Shea butter on low heat, Add vitamin e oil, Coconut oil, Aloe vera extract, turmeric. Mix well. Bring down to cool off store in air tight container. 100% effective SANDALWOOD BODY FAIRNESS OIL This oil is a sheer miracle to your body. It targets pigmentation n spots present on ur body n inhibits melanin formation. It nourishes d skin, it lightens n brightens dark spots n pigmentation. Ingredients 1 tsp pure sandalwood powder 8 tbsp almond oil Pinch of turmeric powder Method: Bring the oil to a boil. Remove from heat n add sandalwood powder n turmeric. Let d oil cool to room temp. Transfer d contents into an empty clean bottle Shake vigorously before using it. Massage onto your entire body 10mins b4 bedtime.

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LIGHTENING/ BRIGHTENING CREAM 2tbsp e-wax 1tbsp beeswax 60ml homemade carrot oil 60ml homemade aloe vera oil 60ml homemade lemon oil 1tbsp steric acid 1tbsp vitamin B powder also known as nicotinamide 1tbsp of sepi white( this is optional ) magic kenacal oil 10 drops of Any choice of essential oil 5% Preservative ( phenoxyethanol) PROCESS: pour the e-wax and beeswax in a pot together with the oils and powder and start double boiling, bring it down when they are all melted and put it in the fridge to cool and stand. Bring it out from the fridge and start whipping with your hand mixer till you get a creamy consistency. Add your preservative and your essential oil here i used rosemary essential oil. Then you whip again before you transfer into your jar. Use this cream twice a day and your skin will glow and lighter but you still have to be patient because this cream contains natural ingredients and it takes it time to lightening but the end result is so beautiful BUT if you want a faster result you can add a natural tube that does not contain any side effect. E.g. miracle derm PURE NATURAL BUTT ENLARGEMENT WITH NO SIDE EFFECTS Fenugreek oil 50ml Soaybean oil 50ml Mix it together rub it on your butt in the night if you want to sleep with out wearing anything I use mine for just two weeks and am okay with the way it is you can also use yours for one month and how you want tested okay.

SOAP SECTION INTRODUCTION Black soap hails from West Africa and is quite popular due to its powerful effects on the skin. It is known by many names, including "ose dudu," a name used by the 21

Yoruba people of western Nigeria that literally means "black soap." The color of black soap can range from light brown to deep black, depending on the method of production. Black soap contains ingredients that are beneficial for the skin. HOW BLACK SOAP IS MADE FROM SCRATCH Black soap is generally made from locally harvested African plants such as plantain, cocoa pods, palm tree leaves and shea tree bark. The ingredients are sun-dried and roasted, which is how it gets its deep color. Water and oils such as coconut, palm and shea butter are then added. The soap is then left to sit and “cure.” BLACK SOAP COMMON INGREDIENTS INCLUDE:PALM OIL Palm oil is an ingredient in black soap that is rich in antioxidants. It contains tocopherols and tocotrienol, both forms of vitamin E, which is used in the treatment of acne and eczema. Palm oil also contains carotene. Carotene, tocopherols and tocotrienol all help reduce cell damage caused by toxic substances and environmental pollution. PALM KERNEL OIL Palm kernel oil is another ingredient in black soap and is extracted from the fruit seeds of the African palm tree. It is used to increase the lather and hardness of soap and is high in lauric acid, which helps to destroy organisms like fungus, bacteria and viruses. Palm kernel oil is similar in nature and properties to coconut oil. COCOA BUTTER Black soap also contains cocoa butter, a natural fat extracted from the cacao bean. Cocoa butter is a very good moisturizer and readily absorbed by the skin. It is often recommended for the treatment of eczema and dermatitis.

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SHEA BUTTER Shea butter, also known as karite butter because it is made from the nuts of the karite tree, is another ingredient in black soap. Shea butter is used to heal burns, scars, dermatitis, psoriasis and sores, as well as dandruff and stretch marks. It can diminish wrinkles by moisturizing the skin while increasing circulation and promoting cell renewal. It contains cinnamic acid, which helps to protect the skin from harmful UV rays. STEP BY STEP IN MAKING ORGANIC BLACK SOAP The active ingredients of African Black soap come from the ash of local plants including: Cocoa pods Palm kernels Shea bark Palm leaves Coconut Plantain leaves Potash produced from plantain leaves Virgin olive oil Naturally-occurring glycerin The plantain skin and potash are excellent sources of Vitamin A and E, while glycerin helps the skin retain moisture throughout the day. Palm kernel oil has lubricating properties, which makes it suitable as a moisturizer. Palm oil and shea butter also serve as the base oils. All the ingredients combined give the soap its light brown to black color. Traditional African black soap has a rough, earthy texture and smell. Despite the ingredients, the soap is not oily. The grainy texture helps exfoliate dead skin cells off your skin to reveal healthier and smoother skin. APPARATUS NEEDED INCLUDE Mortar and pestle Big bowl 23

Pot Small bowl or bucket Hand glove Double boiler USES FOR AFRICAN BLACK SOAP Africans use black soap for a number of reasons. Africans have used it to clear acne, oily skin, as well as to maintain the natural moisture and elasticity of the skin. Modern African women also use this soap to remove make up. Since traditional black soap contains natural ingredients without any perfumes, it is suitable for use for women who have sensitive skin. African black soap can also be used to clean hair. You simply dissolve the soap in water in order to transfer the liquid soap into a pump dispenser. The emollient properties of the ingredients are suitable for dry hair. STEPS FOR MAKING AFRICAN BLACK SOAP The procedure for making African black soap is actually very easy. You simply need to gather all the ingredients together including coconut husks for coconut palm oil, as well as the plantain skin, cocoa pods, and other ingredients. The first step is gathering the ingredients. You will need Coconut husks Plantain skins Shea bark Cocoa pods Hand press Bowl or any other container Strainer Double broiler Molds Lighter

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Create the base oil by extracting oil from coconut husks using the palm press. You can also extract oil from the shea tree bark using the press. If you can find bottled natural palm oil or shea butter extracts, you can use these as substitutes. It is important to remember that your oil should not be more than half the capacity of the broiler. Burn the plantain skins and cocoa pods together. Collect the ashes and place them into a bowl. Add distilled water while continuously stirring the mixture. Add ashes and water until you reach your desired consistency. Heat the oil in the broiler until it reaches a liquid and smooth consistency. Add the ash mixture and continue stirring until the entire mixture turns into a deep dark brown. Keep the burner in low heat and continue stirring. If you want to add a little bit of fragrance to the mix, you can add one or two drops of lavender oil. You can also add dried plant parts to add to the scent and texture. Aside from adding scent, this is also a great way to personalize your bars of African black soap. You will see films of the liquid soap forming on the sides of the broiler. Scoop them up and transfer them into molds. Pack the soaps into the molds and leave it to harden in the molds for up to 2 weeks. STORAGE Now that you have you bars of African black soap ready, the next step is storage. The soap dissolves easily when exposed to water so make sure that you store the soap in a dry place. You can cut the bar up into smaller cubes that you can use for each shower to avoid exposing the entire bar to water. ADVANTAGES OF MAKING YOUR OWN AFRICAN BLACK SOAP There are many commercialized African black soaps being sold on the market. However, most of these do not contain all the ingredients used by native African makers, and they often contain harsh ingredients such as parabens and sulfates, which are known skin irritants. If you make your own soap using all the natural ingredients you can be sure that you are not introducing any harmful chemicals in the soap that you will use for your body and face. Commercial black soaps may 25

also use ingredient substitutes, which do not work as well as the original ingredients for this soap, so you won’t have any assurance that you are really getting your money’s worth. Now that you know how to make black soap, you can easily get the ingredients yourself and make your own batch of natural African black soap. Most food and health stores sell the ingredients and the entire process usually takes just a couple of hours to make. BENEFITS OF AFRICAN BLACK SOAP Skin healing properties clears acne, soothes psoriasis and eczema; Antibacterial and anti fungal properties; Oil-controlling properties; gentle, moisturizing and nourishing with high percentage of shea butter; made from natural ingredients (depending on the source); money-saving because this soap can be used on the face, body and for hair; versatile because you can make bar or liquid (from your bar) and add any other oils or ingredients that your skin would need. AFRICAN BLACK SOAP FOR DARK SKIN 1 African black soapa 3 tbs almond oil 3 tbs olive oil 3 tbs Rosemary oil 1cup coconut oil 1 cup palm canl oil 1 shea butter 1 tbs vitamin e PROCESS Start by soaking your black soap in water and leave to dissolve overnight If you are in hurry to use the soap, you can heat the soap on fire by adding a little water to the soap in a pot until it dissolves. Add other ingredients and mix

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SKIN REPAIR BLACK SOAP MIX 2 mold of Ghana black soap 3 tbs of Shea butter 3 tbs of turmeric powder 2 tbs arrowroot or cornstarch powder (the two are similar) 1 tbs neem powder 1 tbs oatmeal powder 1 tsp vit E or 4-5 capsules of vit e, 40ml lemon juice 50ml honey 2 tbs coconut oil PROCESS Start by soaking your black soap in water and leave to dissolve overnight If you are in hurry to use the soap, you can heat the soap on fire by adding a little water to the soap in a pot until it dissolves. Add other ingredients, Mix together n scoop in your container... This soap repairs damaged skin from bleaching with harmful Chemicals BLACK SOAP FOR BABIES INGREDIENTS Black soap Shea butter 3 tablespoons 2tablespoon of glycerin 3tablespoons jojoba oil/coconut oil 2 tablespoons of almond oil 2 tablespoons of sulphur 2 tablespoons of castor oil 2 tablespoons of aloe Vera gel 2 tablespoons of camwood (osun in Yoruba)/sandalwood or both 2tsp of potash PROCESS: Start by soaking your black soap in water and leave to dissolve overnight. if you are in hurry to use the soap, you can heat the soap on fire by adding a little water to the soap in a pot until it dissolve

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Get a mortar and pour the soap inside & pound well then add up your ingredients, after that pour in your soap container You can use rose water if it's too hard That's our baby soap NOTE: You can also include 2tsp of orange peel powder 2tsp of goat milk powder, if your kids have craw craw you can add omi aro like 2tsp, as an adult if you have acne on your back include salicylic acid half a teaspoon. KIDS GLOW BLACK SOAP MIX 2 mold of Ghana soap 2 tbs turmeric powder 1 tbs sulphur powder 30cl honey 10ml carrot oil 2 tbs Shea butter 10ml coconut oil 10 ml tea tree oil PROCESS Start by soaking your black soap in water and leave to dissolve overnight If you are in hurry to use the soap, you can heat you the soap on fire by adding a little water to the soap in a pot until it dissolves. Mix with other ingredients together very well n scoop into your container... You can do a double boiler to melt your Shea butter and oils together before adding to the soap mixture either ways. It glows children's skin and lightens the skin too, because the carrot oil is a skin lightener. Heals and prevents rash, eczema, ring worms and other skin related issues, because of the sulphur powder, turmeric powder and tea tree oil. It also moisturizes the skin because of honey, Shea butter and coconut oil. You can add powdered milk to it, if you wish. That helps exfoliates the skin

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PIMPLES BLACK SOAP MIX 2 mold of Ghana black soap 2 tbs Shea butter 3 tbs turmeric powder 1 tbs neem powder 1 tbs basil powder 1 tbs cinnamon powder 1 tbs sandalwood powder 60ml honey 2 tbs coconut oil 30ml lemon juice 1 tbs sulphur powder 40ml lime juice 1 teaspoon tea tree oil PROCESS Start by soaking your black soap in water and leave to dissolve overnight If you are in hurry to use the soap, you can heat the soap on fire by adding a little water to the soap in a pot until it dissolves Then add other ingredients to the soap Mix together thoroughly n scoop into container.. The person using this soap should wet her face, apply d soap on d face, and let it stay for 5-10 mins then wash off. Morning and night. It cures pimples and leaving no dark spots on d face...sell this soap to ur client with a face cream and cleanser if having an oil face. DARK KNUCKLE BLACK SOAP MIX Divide Ghana black soap into 4 and use 1 part Lemon 30ml Lime 20ml Honey 20ml Alum powder 2 spoons Yellow peeling oil 20ml mix together n scoop in container PROCESS Start by soaking your black soap in water and leave to dissolve overnight

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If you are in hurry to use the soap, you can heat the soap on fire by adding a little water to the soap in a pot until it dissolves Then add other ingredients to the soap Please mix with gloves. Should be applied on dark knuckles 10 mins before bathing WHITENING BLACK SOAP 2 wraps of Ghana soap 4 tbs turmeric powder Half cup honey 2 tbs coconut oil 3tbs powdered milk 3tbs orange peel powder 2 tbs sandalwood powder 4 tsp oatmeal powder 100ml lemon juice 2 tbs kojic dipalmitate powder 50g snow white 2tbs bleaching powder 2 seven days lightening serum PROCESS Start by soaking your black soap in water and leave to dissolve overnight If you are in hurry to use the soap, you can heat the soap on fire by adding a little water to the soap in a pot until it dissolves Then add other ingredients to the soap Mix together in a mortar and pound That’s your whitening black soap. You can name it half cast soap, Indian whitening soap. It whitens up to 4-5 shades of your desire skin tone. SKIN GLOW HERBAL SOAP 2 wraps Ghana soap 3 tbsp turmeric powder Half cup honey 4 tbsp coconut oil 30

2 tbsp rice powder 2 tbsp oat powder 2 tbsp sandalwood powder 30ml lemon juice 2 tbsp carrot powder PROCESS Start by soaking your black soap in water and leave to dissolve overnight If you are in hurry to use the soap, you can heat the soap on fire by adding a little water to the soap in a pot until it dissolves. Then add other ingredients to the soap Mix together and that’s your skin glow soap. It glows the skin, lightens and treats skin problems. Can be used on the face and body BLACK SOAP SKINGLOW MIX 2 wraps Ghana black soap Crush in a mortar Add 3tspn of turmeric powder Add 2tbs of sandalwood powder 2tbs of cinammon Add 20cl of lemon juice Mix together. Blend well using hand or pestle Add 40cl of honey and 5tsp of coconut oil Blend well and add 2tsp of fragrance TONING HERBAL SOAP 2 wraps Ghana black soap Crush in a mortar Add 5tsp of turmeric Add 2tsp of sandalwood powder 2tsp of cinnamon powder Add 40cl of lemon juice Mix together. Blend well using hand or pestle Add 2tbs of oatmeal powder Add 2tbs of kojic powder Add a half tin of liquid milk or 4tbs of powder milk Add 20cl honey and mix all Add fragrance and scoop in a container

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LIGHTENING BLACK SOAP MIX 2 mold of Ghana black soap 3tbs of turmeric powder 2 tbs of rice powder 40ml lemon juice 50ml honey 20ml carrot oil 20ml almond oil 2 tbs sandalwood powder 3 tbs kojic acid powder 3 tbs snow white powder 1 kojic acid serum Mix together in a bowl with ur hand or with a mortar and pestle n scoop into Your container EXFOLIATING BLACK SOAP INGREDIENTS: Lemon Ghana black soap or dudu osun soap Olive oil Vitamin E oil Potash Almond seed Almond oil Glycerin Sulphur powder Honey PROCESS: Put your black soap in a bowl and use your hand or a hard object to mash it. Make it to be smooth. Or you can use your small pestle to do it Add 1 tsp camwood powder (optional) to it Mix it together

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MAGIC SOAP FOR ACNE, BLACKHEADS/ PIMPLES 1 tbsp of Camwood Black soap 15 ml Natural honey 1 tsp of Sulphur 1/2 lemon 1 tsp olive oil Pour black soap in a small bowl, and then add 1 tbsp of camwood. Mix it up, add 1 tsp of Sulphur, mix up then add 1 tsp of Olive oil, mix thoroughly together then add 1 tbsp of honey, half cut lemon juice, and then mix thoroughly... Apply on d face and body. Note: don't leave it for more than 10 minutes on your face.. Then take a warm bath or rinse off with warm water. If for chocolate/ dark skinned people, no need of adding lemon juice.. Just add more of honey and also add 20ml of coconut oil. MOISTURISING HERBAL SOAP INGREDIENTS 1 pound Black Soap Grater 6 cups Boiled Distilled water 1tbsp Vitamin E oil 2tbsp Vegetable Glycerin 1/3 cup Aloe Vera Gel 1 tbsp Camwood 1tbsp Turmeric 1/4cup Rice water/1 tbsp powder INSTRUCTIONS Use a cheese grater or crumble the soap by hand into small pieces. Grating the soap helps it dissolve much faster. Boil water and pour into an empty bottle. Add soap after water so it doesn’t bubble up and overflow in the bottle. Add desired oils and additives. shake the bottle well and leave overnight so the soap can thicken and dissolve properly 33

OR You put the grated soap and water in a pot on low heat until all the soap is dissolved. Make sure to stir every once in a while so it doesn't stick to the pot Once the soap is dissolved, put it in a bowl...Add oils and additives...Stir properly...Once it's the way you like it, pour it into your containers.

OIL SECTION HOW TO MAKE ALOE VERA OIL 1. Remove the gel in the aloe leaf into a bowl. 2. Add coconut oil that is enough to cover the gel and leave it for 48hours. 3. After that, Mix with a spoon till aloe is covered in oil. 4. Put a pot on heat and pour in aloe mixture. 5. Fry till the popping sound stops (stir while frying to avoid burning) then remove from heat. 6. Let it cool, sieve it and pour in a container. Aloe vera plant is very efficient in treating hair and skin. Daily usage will bring a satisfying result. Whether you want to give your hair that special treatment or go for a body massage, aloe oil works well for both. SOME BENEFITS ALOE VERA OIL FOR HAIR It moisturize both hair and scalp. Strengthen hair. Stimulate hair growth. Get rid of dandruff Improves hair texture and length. 34

HOW TO MAKE NEEM OIL Also known as dongoyaro leaves. You can try this over the weekend. This is one of the recipes that is used by the Indians 1. Get a bunch of fresh neem leaves. 2. Wash it clean. 3. Place in a blender and grind to paste. 4. Pour the paste in your frying pan or pot 5. Pour your carrier oil (Olive, coconut, carrot, ginger, or any oil you have) 6. Fry on very low heat for like 20 - 30 mins or you use double boiler method for 1hr. The oil color changes to green 7. Bring down and allow it to cool 8. Sieve your oil and pour into your bottle. Your hair growth oil is ready Application: Massage oil into the scalp Keep on hair for two hours at least or overnight before washing off with a mild shampoo . This can be done three times a week. NATURAL HAIR GROWTH OIL This is natural oil that controls and helps in growing hair naturally within 4weeks. Sometimes it's good to always check the ingredients used in making whatever you buy to see if you can actually DIY. These are the ingredients used in making the hair wonder oil you buy from stores;

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Shea butter, neem leaf oil, curry leaf oil, coconut oil, moringa leaf oil, castor oil and olive oil. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon neem oil 10 drops of curry essential oil 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 tbspoon moringa oil 1 tablespoon castor oil 1 tablespoons olive oil PROCEDURE Mix all ingredients together. Pour it in hair oil bottle. Your hair oil is ready for use. HOW TO MAKE MORINGA SEED OIL (HOT PRESS) Get your seeds Put the Moringa seeds in a pan and stir them, until they turn a dark brown and drop from the fire. Crush them using a blender or something similar. Put the crushed seeds in a pot of boiling water. Boil the seeds until you see the oil come to the top, and then boil them a few minutes longer. This may take a total of 20 minutes. By this time, the oil will rise to the top. Carefully skim it off, let it cool, and pour into clean, glass containers.

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BENEFITS OF MORINGA OIL It clears pimples and prevents recurrence, if used regularly It removes wrinkles & will prevent sagging of facial muscles Helps clears black heads & spots. Makes face glow. Helps to tighten the skin pores. It is able to purify the skin, balance the secretion of oil & remove skin fatigue. Regular use diminishes the formation of blackheads for all skin types. Deworms the body Is anti-poison! HOW TO MAKE BANANA OIL AT HOME RECIPE 4 banana peels 4 tablespoons of almond oil METHOD Step 1 – Cut the banana peels into pieces and place them in a plastic bag. Step 2 – Beat, crush and mash the banana peels until they are softened. Step 3 – Move banana peels to a glass jar and add the almond oil (olive oil also works). Step 4 – Seal the jar and put it in a sunny place for 2-3 days. Step 5 – Shake the jar every 1-2 hours.

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Step 6 – Strain out the banana peel remains and store the oil in a cool, dark and dry place. BENEFITS OF BANANA OIL FOR YOUR SKIN & HAIR Banana oil has some important benefits including soothing the skin, slowing hair loss, moisturizing the scalp, preventing premature aging, eliminating dandruff, and boosting the immune system. Its primary benefits affect the hair and skin, although it is occasionally used for other health conditions.

HOW TO MAKE KOJIC ACID SERUM Kojic acid is a chemical derived from mushrooms and can be beneficial for: For skin blemishes, age spots Pigmentation Fading of dark spots Evens out skin tone INGREDIENTS Half tea spoon kojic acid powder One table spoon Vegetable glycerine Two teaspoon Rose Water Method Place Kojic acid in a small bowl Add your rose water Mix completely till dissolved Add vegetable glycerine 38

Mix well Transfer into a dark colored bottle to prevent oxidation Keep away from sunlight Use within two weeks Use day and night or mix with your cream

SPECIAL GLOW SERUM TO GET FRESH GLOWING SKIN This is a glow serum that will rejuvenate your skin and will give beautiful radiant glow to your skin. If you use it daily, it will keep your skin well moisturized and will remove all pigmentation, dark spots, sun tan from your skin Ingredients: Fresh cucumber juice Aloe vera gel Vitamin E capsule – 2 Rose water Olive oil Preparation: In a bowl take 6 spoon cucumber juice Add 2 spoon aloe vera gel Add oil of 2 vitamin E capsule Add 3 spoon rose water Add 1 spoon olive oil

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Mix all of them very well and your serum is ready Store this serum in spray bottle How to use it Before going to bed clean your face, spary this serum on your face, massage for 2 minutes and sleep Wash your face next morning.

HOW TO MAKE ALMOND OIL AT HOME Reasons Why Almond Oil Is Good For Your Skin #1 Promotes Flawless Skin #2 Deep Cleanses Skin & Prevents Acne #3 Almond Oil is good for Dark Circles #4 Almond Oil also Removes Tan #5 Relieves Psoriasis and Eczema #6 Treats Skin Rashes #7 Reduces Signs of Ageing FOR MAKING ALMOND OIL You will need: ⚪ A blender ⚪ Two cups of raw almonds ⚪ 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil

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Instructions: Step 1. Put the almonds in a blender. For best results use fresh dry nuts and leave the skins on. Step 2. Start blending the almonds at slow speed. Gradually increase the speed once they are thoroughly crushed. Pause every now and again to scrape the almonds off the inside of the blender. Step 3. Once the crushed almonds start to gather up into a ball, add some olive oil and continue blending. If you think that the paste is still too thick, add the rest of the olive oil. Step 4. After the blending is complete, and the mixture is of the right consistency, get it out of the blender and put it in a plastic container or a glass jar. Step 5. Leave the container with the almond mixture to sit for two weeks at room temperature. During this time, the actual almond oil will separate from the rest of the mixture. Step 6. Take a strainer or a piece of gauzy fabric and drain the oil through it into another container. You should leave it for some time to get all the oil out. Step 7. Your homemade almond oil is ready to use! You can use it to moisturize your skin or for hair care purposes. The leftovers are actually edible, so you don’t have to throw them away. HOW TO MAKE COCONUT OIL AT HOME 1.Remove your coconut flesh from the shell 41

2. Shred/Grate into small pieces with a food processor/knife/grater 3. Blend into paste as you would for coconut rice but use warm water 4. Squeeze out first milk in a bowl. Soak the chaff in warm water and leave for say 10 min then squeeze into your bowl. Repeat this step about 3 times or until the chaff is tasteless. Careful not to use too much water 5. Pour the liquid in a bowl and put in a freezer for saying 2hours or fridge for a few hours or overnight as you wish/time permits you. If you don't have a fridge, cover and leave overnight in a dark place. The cream will separate from the water in the morning After this time, if your bowl is transparent you'll clearly see the milk separate itself from the water(i.e the cream will float on top of the water in the bowl). 6. Scoop out your cream (not with the water) into a pot and on low heat, begin to cook and constantly stir with a spoon or spatula. After few minutes(say 3-4) the oil becomes visible while your cream begins to form tiny tiny crumbs. Keep turning until you are sure all you have in there is dried crumbs and oil. 7. Allow to cool and strain. The aroma of a homemade coconut oil cannot be over emphasized plus the crumbs too can be used to eat rice( so sweet). You might want to keep that separated water to cook your coconut rice or to mix with more coconut coz it'll still have a relatively sweet taste. Tip: dark shell coconuts tends to yield more oil. Also, make sure you use warm water HOW TO MAKE AVOCADO OIL Overall Benefits Of Avocado Oil 42

Prevents sun damage Heals skin diseases and wounds Helps hair regrowth Fights dandruff Fights inflammation Improves eye health Aids in weight loss We have two methods of extracting the oil. This is itemized below.. METHOD 1 HOW TO EXTRACT OIL FROM AVOCADO THROUGH DRYING If you want to extract oil from the avocado itself, you will need a large amount of avocados. We will start with twelve avocados. 1. Slice the avocados around the pit in half. Then separate the halves and get out the pit. Use a spoon to take out the fruit of the avocados and put them into a blender or a food processor. Pit is the seed. 2. Use the blender to make a puree out of those avocados! It has to be like a paste, with no chunks. You can also mash the avocados with your hands if you don’t have a blender. You can also use a plastic bag and a mallet. 3. When you have your thick paste, spread the avocado on a baking tray. The layer has to be even, but don’t make it too thick or thin – about 1 – 1.5 centimeters is ideal. 4. Take the tray and put it in the sun to dry. It may take up to two days. If you don’t want to wait, then put the tray in the oven and set the temperature to more than 50 degrees C. 43

Note: It may take up to 5 hours to dry the avocado in the oven. You also have to check it every hour and make sure that it is drying, not baking. If the avocado is turning black, it is time to take it out. 5. Take the avocado out of the oven. Use a flat spoon to get the avocado out of the tray and put it into a thin cotton cloth. 6. Take the cloth and pitch the corners together making a sack. Squeeze the avocado oil into a bowl. 7. Pour the avocado into a bottle. Let it sit for a few days to settle and remove any impurities. METHOD 2 HOW TO EXTRACT OIL FROM AVOCADO (HOT PROCESS) You will need twelve avocados again. Peel them the same way as we did in the previous option. Use the blender or your food processor to make the avocado puree. 1. When you’ve done all the mentioned steps, it is time to start some cooking. Take your blended puree and put it into a pot. Put the pot on a stove and turn the heat on “medium”. 2. Don’t forget to stir the avocados. You should do this every five minutes. Note: The avocado will start to boil. You will notice that there will be oils on the top of the mixture. Don’t worry and don’t try to get the oils right away. 3. Cook and stir the mixture until it’s dark green or brown. You will also notice that the water has evaporated. 4. The next steps are the same as in the previous option – take a clean, thin cloth and put the avocado mix into the cloth. Make it like a sack, put a bowl under it and squeeze the oils into the bowl. Then pour into a bottle. Your oil is ready. 44

TALKING OIL FOR A BRIGHT, BEAUTIFUL AND HEALTHY GLOWING SKIN Talking oil helps nourish the skin in more ways than one. It gives the skin a bright, beautiful and healthy glowing skin. It is enriched with skin pampering ingredients to promote a radiant, supple and well conditioned skin. For those with soft and fast healing skin talking oil helps in fading off and clearing their stretch marks. The talking oil, when applied all over the body over time, helps in restoring dry, damaged, scaly and chapped skin. Talking oil can be applied on the face to fade off acne scars and black spots on the face. NOTE: BE CAREFUL OF ADULTERATED ESSENTIAL OILS. INGREDIENTS 5ml aloe vera essential oil 5ml jojoba essential oil 5ml bergamot essential oil 5ml lemon essential oil 5ml cucumber essential oil 5ml sandalwood essential oil Mix all ingredients together in a bowl. Pour into a bottle. NOTE Its best used at night and can be mixed in cream. If you have sensitive skin, dilute with 10ml of Coconut Oil. It can be used for fair, chocolate & dark skin. *TURMERIC ESSENTIAL OIL*

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INGREDIENTS Turmeric roots Coconut oil Coarse stone *PROCEDURE* Clean a coarse stone, also the turmeric roots. Add few drops of water to the stone and rub the root over the stone. This forms the turmeric paste. Collect a spoon full of thick turmeric paste. Heat a pan in low flame and pour coconut oil to the pan. Add the collected turmeric paste to the oil and stir well so that the turmeric extracts does not settle at the bottom. you can choose any carrier oil, usually turmeric and coconut oil is a wonder combination. Allow the oil to heat at low flame till you find bubbles. Switch off the flame, immerse one or two turmeric roots into hot oil and close the lid. Let the oil attain room temperature. The turmeric roots are dropped into oil so that all turmeric content would be spread making the oil rich in turmeric benefits. Pour the oil to an air tight bottle and preserve it from moist and air. The stick can also be immersed into the bottle or can be discarded. Note: That the sticks dropped into the oil should be free from moisture else the entire prepared oil gets fungal attack. *LEMON ESSENTIAL OIL*

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Lemon essential oil contains an antioxidant called d-limonene. This antioxidant is extremely powerful and can even help lower risk of cancer. Lemon essential oil can contain up to 70% d-limonene, which in part fuels its powerful health benefits. Studies have since found that lemon essential oil has many established health benefits, one study found that lemon essential oil is possibly the most antimicrobial of any type of essential oil. It’s added to many soaps, lotions, and cleaners due to its powerful scent. In fact, lemon essential oil is even more common than that. The oil comes from lemons, typically cold-pressed from their rinds (as opposed to the pulp). Lemon essential oil is distilled and highly concentrated, making it extremely potent; you can’t get the same health benefits from regular lemons or lemon juice. *PROCEDURE* Grate a lemon peel over a bowl. Fill a small glass bottle halfway with the grated lemon zest. Fill the rest of the bottle with olive oil. Set the bottle on a windowsill or somewhere else that gets a lot of sun. Leave it there for a few days, but shake the bottle a few times a day. Pour the oil through a strainer into a bowl. The oil in the bowl is your new lemon oil. Store your lemon oil in an airtight container at room temperature. *GINGER OIL* Ginger is an exceptional addition to any massage oil. It boosts the immune system and has amazing warming qualities. Because it’s aroma is so potent and powerful, Ginger should always be highly diluted when used on the skin. Many people use Ginger as a remedy for seasonal affective disorder. For thousands of years, Ginger has been a favorite domestic spice in the Eastern and Western Hemisphere. In China, fresh Ginger is used for rheumatism and bacterial dysentery. It has long 47

been used as a digestive aid and to soothe the respiratory system. Mental fatigue and motion sickness don’t stand a chance with Ginger in hand. It also aids in poor circulation, colds, achy muscles and migraines. *INGREDIENTS* Fresh Ginger Olive oil Oven-safe bowl Cheese grater *PROCEDURE* Rinse a cup of fresh ginger, including the skin, thoroughly, and let dry for a few hours. Pour olive oil in an oven-safe bowl. Chop the ginger and then shred using a clean cheese grater. Add to the olive oil and mix well. Put the mixture in the oven and leave it to simmer under low heat (150 degrees Fahrenheit) for at least two hours. Pour the mixture through an cheese cloth to filter it and take out the bits of ginger. Once all the oil has been filtered, squeeze out the remaining oil from the cheese cloth. Transfer the ginger oil into clean bottles and store in a cool dry place. Your Ginger oil is ready!!! Note: Ginger oil infusion can stay fresh for up to six months. *STRETCH MARK OIL* 48

This oil contains beneficial ingredients to help deeply moisturize and restore the skin after pregnancy. Rich in fatty acids, antioxidants and vitamins A and E, your skin will love this rich, luxurious oil. *INGREDIENTS:* 4 Tbsp. jojoba oil 2 Tbsp. carrot seed oil or rose hip oil 8 drops lavender essential oil 4 drops frankincense essential oil *INSTRUCTIONS:* Mix all oils together in amber glass bottle. Shake to combine. Store in a cool, dark place. HYDRATING FACE OIL Ingredients: 3 TBS jojoba oil 1 and 1/2 TBS olive oil or argan oil 2 tsp rosehip seed oil 1/4 tsp Vitamin E 4 drops carrot seed essential oil 8 drops geranium essential oil 2 oz. dark dropper bottle Directions:

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Pour the jojoba oil into dropper bottle. Then add the olive oil, rosehip seed oil and vitamin E. Carefully add your drops of carrot and geranium oil. Cap the bottle and give it a good shake. You are all set to go. NOTE: Facial oils are best applied to clean skin. Cleanse your face as usual, spray on your favorite toner, and gently massage about a 1/4 to 1/2 dropper full of oil blend onto your face and neck. Your skin will love this oil. JOJOBA ROSEHIP FACIAL OIL Rosehip, jojoba and lavender come together in this facial oil with nourishing properties. Particularly good for those with dry, sensitive or aging skin. INGREDIENTS 12 teaspoons jojoba oil 9 teaspoons rosehip oil 12 drops of lavender essential oil 3 small (1 oz) dark glass dropper bottles small funnel *INSTRUCTIONS* Mix oils together in a glass or measuring cup with a spout. Pour combined oil into each glass dropper bottle, using a small funnel to keep from spilling.

*To use facial oil:* Apply 2-3 drops of oil to your finger tips and smooth on face in an upward motion, always against gravity. If needed, you can spot-treat dry areas rather than applying to the whole face. BUST FIRMING OIL

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10 drops Almond Oil 5 drops Virgin Olive Oil 5 drops Lemon Oil 5 drops Geranium Oil 5 drops Orange Oil 5 drops Ylang Ylang Oil 5 drops Fenugreek Oil 3 drops Lemongrass Oil 5 drops Argan Oil Method: Mix all the above oils well and store in a dark-coloured glass container away from sunlight and direct heat. The texture of the oil is not too thick. It is smooth and easy to massage plus absorb into skin. Use every day morning and evening after shower *Vitamin E Oil And Egg Breast Mask* Make a paste consisting of yogurt, 10 drop vitamin E oil ,10 drops fenugreek oil and egg . Apply this paste over your breast and rub it in nicely. Let the mask settle for about half an hour. Rinse it off with cold water afterwards.

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Almond oil Vitamin e capsule Method Take a bowl and add 2 tablespoon each of coconut oil and castor oil and then add 1 tablespoon almond oil and oil of 4 vitamin E Capsules together to mix it well. Apply this oil on your scalp and massage for about 10 minutes and then leave it overnight. In the morning, wash your hair with shampoo and conditioner. For effective result repeat the procedure twice or thrice a week. Benefits: It’s very important to maintain the pH level of our scalp and this oil is very effective in balancing the pH level of our scalp.It provides our hair root appropriate strength which leads to less hair breakage.This Vitamin E oil also provides shine our hair which makes our hair look more healthy and attractive.

SCRUB SECTION HOW TO EXFOLIATE YOUR BODY Exfoliation involves removing dead cells from your skin surface, there are a lot of good but expensive scrubs which achieves this but I will give you an easy, cheap but efficient method, WHAT YOU NEED: Granulated sugar and pure honey, mix the two together and use to scrub your body, do this for 5mins then wash with warm water and add sea salt and Epsom salt inside let it dissolve before using it , for a little lightening effect add a few drops of lime or lemon juice. BRIGHTENING AND MOISTURIZING SCRUB Coffee 1tbsp Grape juice 2tbdp White Sugar 1tbsp

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Green tea bring out the green inside add it to it just one then mix all together rub it all over your body and face leave it for just 10min to open your dead skin then wash it off LIGHTENING BODY SCRUB Body scrub is one of the skincare products that one uses to cleanse the skin and exfoliate the skin. I made my body scrub and I’m so happy about this scrub. MY whole skin feels so fresh, smooth and silky. I used 4 ingredients in making this body scrub. These ingredients are brown sugar, coconut oil, turmeric essential oil and green tea leaves (a bag of green tea opened and I used the leaves). METHOD: 500g brown sugar 60ml coconut oil 15 drops of turmeric essential oil 1tsp green tea leaves I mixed them together and transferred to a clean jar with a lid. BROWN SUGAR: Brown sugar has smaller particles, gentle and safer on the skin. I chose brown sugar because it can be used as an exfoliator on the face if I choose to use it only on my face and I also chose brown sugar because it’s good for a sensitive skin strong enough to scrub away dead skin cell and make away for a smooth, healthier glowing skin and gives a younger and fresher looking skin. COCONUT OIL: Coconut oil is naturally antibacterial and antifungal, coconut oil for skin is an excellent moisturizer and prevent aging. TURMERIC ESSENTIAL OIL: I chose turmeric essential oil because it’s such magical oil that gives a flawless fair complexion it treats acne and other skin infections. It treat and prevent wounds, eczema, wrinkles, pigmentation of the skin, pimples etc. GREEN TEA LEAVES: Green tea is a gentle exfoliator that removes dead skin cell, excess oil. It reduces redness and creates radiant and silky soft skin. This body scrub works perfectly well for my skin because my skin feels so smooth and silky, moisture and feels nice. The smell of the scrub will make you want to 53

use it all the time, but I decided to use it 3 times a week. Continuously using it will lightening your skin and makes it look younger WHY SOAP/CREAM DOESN’T WORK? EXFOLIATING: When we exfoliate its take off deed skin cells, renew it and open up the pores for proper penetration of your skin care products. DETOXIFICATION: this has to do with the system, it means purifying from within.  HOW?  A. take a spoon of lime and honey add it into warm water and drink 2/3times a week. B. chew one pawpaw seed after meal (go for one of the methods). IMPATIENT: changing products often. please always give your products time to work before assuming is fake or does not work, good products will not perform magic, it is a gradual process. SUN EXPOSURE: let's try and avoid this, it damages the skin. Use sun shade to avoid under eye cycles & add sunscreen to your cream. HONEY & PAPAYA LIGHTENING MASK! Do you have hyper-pigmentation, sun spots, and uneven pigment or want a lighter tone? 1. Blend together two tablespoons of honey and half a cup of mashed ripe papaya with the seeds into blender and blend away till the seeds are in small pieces (you may add water if necessary). 2. Apply on the face evenly for 15-20 minutes. 3. Rinse with lukewarm water and then wash with If you are still having issues with dull facial skin, try this scrub/mask 2 tablespoons dried, grounded ripe pawpaw seeds 1 tablespoon turmeric powder 1 tablespoon pure honey 1 tablespoon mashed, over ripe pawpaw Mix this up and apply to clean face for 20 minutes, if you have very dry skin, add a teaspoon of glycerin to this mix 54

Use this to scrub your face in circular motions and rinse off after stipulated time with warm water then pat your face dry Apply moisturizer and repeat this treatment 2 or maximum of 3 times every week SCRUB FOR STUBBORN SKIN Ingredients 1 hamalayan salt 1 Black indian salt 1 Alum powder 1 Style Claire 1 5days action milk Mix all well for a stubborn skin TURMERIC BODY SCRUB 1cup of sea salt/sugar 1 tsp turmeric 1/4 cup olive oil 1tsp of vitamin e oil Few drop of essential oil Mix all together, store in a container. Rub in a circular motion, live for 10-20min.rinse off and pat dry for smooth and beautiful skin. HOW TO MAKE BODY SCRUB FOR SKIN WHITENING Ingredients: 3 table spoon of Himalaya salt or Epsom salt 2 table spoon of honey 1 table spoon of turmeric powder 2 table spoon of lemon juice PROCEDURE Add honey to a bowl Then add your lemon juice Add your turmeric powder Then stir all together and mix very well and pour into your container Use it to scrub your whole body for washing away dead cell in your body

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If you want to scrub it very effective then add 1 table spoon of mulberry powder or 3drops of mulberry extract,1 table spoon of goat milk powder to it and 3 table spoon of bentonite clay to be more effective. SUPER GLOWING BODY SCRUB Recipes: Brown sugar Mint oil Sea salt Mix all together and scrub at most 3 times in a week GLOW BODY SCRUB INGREDIENTS Sandalwood powder – 1 tablespoon Saffron – a pinch Rose water – 2 tablespoons Honey – 1 teaspoon Lemon juice – ½ tablespoon METHOD Put sandalwood powder in a bowl. Pour saffron, rose water, honey and lemon juice in the powder. Mix well to get a paste. Apply it on the face and exfoliate by scrubbing. Wash off the face after 10-15 minutes. You can observe the results within a few weeks if this scrub is used frequently CHOCOLATE SCRUB 1½ cup brown sugar 1 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon cocoa powder 1 cup coconut oil Instructions In a bowl combine sugars and cocoa powder. Add in coconut oil; mix until well combined. Store in air tight container. HALF CASTE SCRUB 1/2 spa light salt 2 spoon dry sea salt 56

50ml whitening powder BODY POLISHING SCRUB 1/2 cup coffee 1/4 cup of brown sugar 1/2 cup of olive oil 3 tbs honey 1tsp of vitamin e oil Few drops of essential oil (optional) CLAY SCRUB 6 oz. Sodium Bicarbonate 7.5 oz. Sea salt 1.5 Tbs. Bentonite Clay 1 cup coconut oil ANTI-ACNE MASK ¼ tsp honey 1 tsp apple cider vinegar 1 tsp bentonite clay Whisk the honey and apple cider vinegar together in a small dish until thoroughly combined, and then sprinkle in the clay and whisk that in to create a smooth, creamy paste. Spread the paste over your face and let it dry for about 20 minutes before rinsing it off.

FACE MASK 3 tbsp bentonite clay 1 tbsp oat meal 5 drops lavender essential oil Method

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Blend everything together in a blender. To use, mix 2–3 tbsp of the powder with water until you get a smooth paste. Spread on your face and leave it for 30 mins den wash it with warm water CELLULITE & STRETCH MARK SCRUB Ingredients: 1 cup of coffee grounds (nestle coffee) 1 tablespoon almond oil 3 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons sea salt 1tsp of Dead Sea salt 4 drops carrot oil or argan oil Process Get a bowl pour in your coffee; add almond oil, lemon juice, sea salt n dead sea salt and carrot oil or argan oil Stir well & ready 4 uses after one hour HOW TO MAKE PALM OIL SCRUB 1. 2 table spoon sugar. 3tbs palm oil 1tbs fuller earth clay powder Mix all together and apply scrub for some minute and leave it to stay on your face for 20 to 30 minutes 2. 2 tbs of palm oil 1 tbs of Turmerics powder 1tbs of brown sugar Mix together and apply let it stay for 20 minutes 3. 2 TBS of palm oil Rub on your face and leave for 30 minutes HOW TO MAKE BREAST ENLARGEMENT OIL Ingredients 10ml of virgin olive oil 58

10ml of fenugreek seed oil 5capsule Vit E oil The process: Mix them all together Use after one day. Use it to massage your breast avoiding your nipples. MORE WAYS TO FIRM SAGGING BREAST. FENUGREEK AND YOGHURT. Soak a handful of fenugreek seeds in water for an hour then grind and turn it into a thick paste, keep it aside. Take a cup of yoghurt and whisk it properly then add the fenugreek paste and mix well. Apply on the breast in a circular motion, let it stay for an hour, and then wash off with water. Repeat it 3-4 times per week for effective results. The most effective way of deriving the benefits of fenugreek is to consume it in the form of fenugreek oil Use twice daily. FOODS TO EAT FOR BREAST ENLARGEMENT Add 1tbsp of fenugreek powder to 1 cup of soya milk. Drink 2 times daily. Drink a cup of soya milk twice a day. It contains a lot of protein and produces estrogen needed for breast enlargement. Take 1 cup of cow milk everyday twice daily Take Soya beans either the powder or the milk. Soya milk can also be taken with cereals. Fennel seeds are rich in flavonoid, that allows your body produces estrogen. ALOE VERA GEL MASSAGE 59

Cut a leaf of Aloe Vera and scrap out the gel. Put in a bowl and whisk it well. Apply the gel on the breasts and massage in gentle circular motion for 10-15 minutes, so that the gel gets absorbed into the skin, and then wash off with water. Repeat it 4-5 times per week to get effective results. CUCUMBER AND EGG YOLK Grate half cucumber and add 2 egg yolks to it. Mix well and apply on the breasts evenly. Let it stay for 30 minutes and wash off with water. Repeat this 2-3 times per week to see noticeable improvements. STRETCH MARK SCRUB Ingredients ¼ cup of coffee (grounded) 1 table spoon of almond oil 3 table spoon of lemon juice 1 table spoon of sea salt 4 drops of essential oil of choice. I choose Lavender oil PROCEDURE Pour your grounded coffee into a bowl, Add almond oil, add lemon juice, Add sea salt, Add essential oil, Mix them together Leave it for 1hour after production,Then apply it on where you have the stretch marks

COFFEE AND SUGAR BODY SCRUB FOR GLOWING SKIN ¼ cup Ground Coffee ¼ cup Sugar 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil 3 Vitamin E Capsules 60

Method Combine all the ingredients until you get a coarse paste. Cleanse your skin and apply this paste onto it. Use your fingers to gently massage the mixture, in circular motions, on your skin. Take 5-10 minutes to gently massage and exfoliate your body, spending 1-2 minutes on each part. Wash the mixture off your body using a hydrating body scrub and lukewarm water. How Often? Use this body scrub about 2-3 times a week for a smooth and glowing skin. SEA SALTS BODY SCRUB FOR GLOWING SKIN You will Need 1 cup Sea Salt ½ cup Olive Oil 5-15 drops of An Essential Oil Of Your Choice Method Combine all the ingredients until you get a coarse paste. Cleanse your skin and apply this paste onto it. Use your fingers to gently massage the mixture, in circular motions, on your skin. Take 5-10 minutes to gently massage and exfoliate your body, spending 1-2 minutes on each part. Wash the mixture off your body using a hydrating body scrub and lukewarm water. How Often? Once a week for dry skin, twice a week if you have normal skin, and thrice a week if you have oily skin. COCONUT OIL BODY SCRUB FOR GLOWING SKIN You will Need ¼ – ½ cup Granulated Sugar ½ cup Coconut Oil Method 61

Combine the ingredients until you get a coarse paste. Do not heat the oil as this might cause the sugar to melt. Cleanse your skin and apply this paste onto it. Use your fingers to gently massage the mixture, in circular motions, on your skin. Take 5-10 minutes to gently massage and exfoliate your body, spending 1-2 minutes on each part. Wash the mixture off using a hydrating body scrub and lukewarm water. Use 2-3 times a week. OLIVE OIL, PEPPERMINT, AND SUGAR SCRUB FOR GLOWING SKIN You will Need ¼ cup Olive Oil 1 cup Brown Sugar 15 drops peppermint essential oil Method Combine the ingredients until you get a coarse paste. Do not heat the oil as this might cause the sugar to melt. Cleanse your skin and apply this paste onto it. Use your fingers to gently massage the mixture, in circular motions, on your skin. Take 5-10 minutes to gently massage and exfoliate your body, spending 1-2 minutes on each part. Wash the mixture off using a hydrating body scrub and lukewarm water. Use 2-3 times a week. EPSOM SALT BODY SCRUB FOR GLOWING SKIN 1 cup Epsom Salt 2 drops of An Essential Oil Of Your Choice 3 drops Jojoba oil Method Combine the ingredients until you get a coarse paste. Cleanse your skin and apply this paste onto it. Use your fingers to gently massage the mixture, in circular motions, on your skin.

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Take 5-10 minutes to gently massage and exfoliate your body, spending 1-2 minutes on each part. Wash the mixture off your body using a hydrating body scrub and lukewarm water. Once a week for dry skin, twice a week for normal skin, and thrice a week for oily skin. OATMEAL BODY SCRUB FOR GLOWING SKIN ½ cup Uncooked Oatmeal ½ cup Brown Sugar ½ cup Raw Honey ¼ cup Jojoba Oil 2 drops Lavender Essential Oil 4 drops Geranium Essential Oil 4 drops Frankincense Method Grind the dry ingredients until you get a fine powder and into it mix the liquid ingredients. Combine the rest of the ingredients until you get a coarse paste. Cleanse your skin and apply this paste onto it. Use your fingers to gently massage the mixture, in circular motions, on your skin. Take 5-10 minutes to gently massage and exfoliate your body, spending 1-2 minutes on each part. Wash the mixture off using a hydrating body scrub and lukewarm water. Twice a week. YOGURT BODY SCRUB FOR GLOWING SKIN 1 tbsp Yogurt ¼ cup Olive Oil 1 tsp Honey 3 tbsp Granulated Sugar Method Combine the ingredients until you get a coarse paste. Cleanse your skin and apply this paste onto it. Use your fingers to gently massage the mixture, in circular motions, on your skin. Take 5-10 minutes to gently mass 63

CUCUMBER SCRUB FOR OILY SKIN This scrub is the simplest among all the scrubs. Cucumber removes excess oil from the skin as it is a mild astringent. It also shrinks pores which are a common problem with oily skin. With regular use, you will notice your skin getting clear and oil-free. Ingredients 1/2 cucumber How To Use Take the cucumber and either grate it or mash it. Apply on the face and massage in upward circular motions for 3-5 minutes. Rinse with cool water. Time Taken To Complete This Process 10 minutes Repeat this twice a week. COCONUT OIL SCRUB FOR OILY SKIN Coconut oil absorbs all the accumulated impurities from your skin and also nourishes it. It keeps the skin moisturized, and this brings the excess oil production under control. The coconut sugar granules help in exfoliating the dead skin cells. 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 teaspoon coconut sugar How To Use Add sugar to the oil and give it a stir. Apply this in circular motions all over the face and neck. Scrub for 3-4 minutes and then rinse with lukewarm water. Wash your face with cool water immediately. Time Taken To Complete This Process 10 minutes Use this twice a week. 64

COFFEE FACE SCRUB FOR OILY SKIN Your morning coffee is not just for that caffeine to wake you up properly, it can also be used for your skin. The caffeine will also wake up your skin and make it glow naturally. This is because it increases the circulation of blood under the skin. It is also rich in antioxidants. The coarseness of the grounds will exfoliate the skin effectively. Ingredients 1 tablespoon coffee grounds (preferably from freshly brewed coffee) 1 tablespoon yogurt How To Use Mix the coffee grounds and yogurt together and gently scrub your face for a minute or two. Leave it on for about five minutes and then rinse. Time Taken To Complete This Process 10-12 minutes Do this once or twice a week. OATMEAL SCRUB FOR OILY SKIN Oatmeal is soothing and cleansing for the skin as it contains anti-inflammatory compounds and saponins. Yogurt also cleanses the skin and reduces the extra sebum production. Along with honey, it keeps the skin moisturized and hydrated. After regular use of this scrub, you will see a glow on your face, and the excess oil on the face will reduce to a great extent. Ingredients 1 tablespoon oatmeal 1 tablespoon yogurt 1 tablespoon honey How To Use Mix all the ingredients together and apply on the face and neck areas. Leave it on for 10 minutes. Wet your fingers and start scrubbing in a circular motion. Scrub for 3-4 minutes. 65

Rinse with cool water. Time Taken To Complete This Process 18-20 minutes Repeat the scrub application one to two times a week. KIWI FRUIT SCRUB FOR OILY SKIN The vitamins A and C present in kiwi act as antioxidants and improve both the health and the texture of the skin (9). Sugar is a well-known exfoliant. Ingredients 1 kiwi fruit 2 teaspoons sugar 2-3 drops sunflower oil or olive oil How To Use Peel and mash the kiwi. To this, add the sugar and oil and mix well. Apply all over the face and neck and scrub in circular motions for 2-3 minutes. Leave the scrub on for a few more minutes before rinsing it off. Time Taken To Complete This Process 10 minutes Use this once a week. GREEN TEA SCRUB FOR OILY SKIN The beneficial effects of green tea are primarily due to its polyphenol content. These compounds are potent antioxidants that will remove the oxidative stress damaging your skin. The acidic nature of lemon juice keeps the skin’s natural oils under control. Ingredients 2 green tea bags 2 tablespoons sugar Few drops of lemon juice A cup of hot water

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How To Use Steep the green tea in hot water until the water cools down by itself. Once cooled, remove the tea bags and use this decoction to prepare the scrub. Take about two tablespoons of green tea decoction and add the sugar and lemon juice to it. Add more green tea if required, but keep the consistency liquidy enough to apply as a scrub. Apply this on your face using your fingers or a cotton pad. Scrub for 3-4 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water and then with cool water. Store the rest of the decoction in an air-tight container to be used the next time. 30-40 minutes Repeat this twice a week. HONEY SCRUB FOR OILY SKIN The healing properties of honey have been used to treat a variety of skin ailments. When it comes to oily skin, the antioxidants in honey heal the damaged skin cells and also protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals. Honey, being a humectant, will keep the skin hydrated and moisturized. This particular effect will reduce the excess oil from your skin. Ingredients 1 tablespoon honey 2 tablespoons ground almonds 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice How To Use Mix all the ingredients together and scrub your face with it for 2-3 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water. Do not grind the almonds too finely. Leave them a little grainy and coarse for better exfoliation. Use this scrub twice a week. LEMON SUGAR SCRUB FOR OILY SKIN The enzymes present in the lemon juice tighten the skin pores while the acids neutralize the skin’s PH. This reduces the excess oil production and makes your skin less oily, lighter, and brighter.

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Ingredients 1 teaspoon lemon juice 2 teaspoons brow Few drops of honey or olive oil How To Use Add sugar and honey to the lemon juice and give the mix a stir. Scrub with this for 2-3 minutes and then rinse with water. Do not mix the ingredients too much as the sugar will start to melt. After washing your face, use a gentle moisturizer. Repeat this twice a week for best results. MASOOR DAL SCRUB FOR OILY SKIN The coarseness of the masoor dal (red lentils) will remove the dead skin cells and impurities from your skin. Your skin will become smoother and softer. Turmeric improves the vascular density and circulation under the skin. Yogurt controls the oil production. Ingredients 2 teaspoons masoor dal powder (red lentils) A pinch of turmeric 1-2 teaspoon yogurt How To Use 1. Add the turmeric powder to the red lentils powder and mix well. 2. Now, add the yogurt and mix. 3. Scrub your face gently with this for 2-3 minutes. 4. Rinse with lukewarm water. Use rosewater as the liquid if you are allergic to dairy products. Use this scrub once every week. OLIVE OIL AND SUGAR SCRUB FOR OILY SKIN Olive oil is an excellent ingredient to unclog pores and balance the skin’s oil production. It nourishes and moisturizes the skin, and this lessens the excess sebum that was being produced. The honey and brown sugar exfoliate the skin 68

and also remove the skin peels that usually form over acne in people with oily skin. Ingredients 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 teaspoon honey 1 tablespoon brown sugar How To Use 1. Mix all the ingredients and use as a scrub. 2. Rub in gentle circular motions for 2-3 minutes. 3. Rinse with lukewarm water. It is recommended to use this scrub twice a week. ORANGE PEEL SCRUB FOR OILY SKIN The compounds present in orange peels not only bring the oil under control but also brighten your complexion and even out your skin tone. Its exfoliating action is suitable even for sensitive skin type. Ingredients 1 tablespoon orange peel powder 1 tablespoon honey A pinch of turmeric How To Use Firstly, mix the orange peel powder and turmeric thoroughly. Then add the honey to bind the powders together and get a grainy paste. Scrub with this paste for 3-4 minutes and then rinse your face with water. Use this scrub twice every week

PAPAYA SCRUB FOR OILY SKIN Papaya in a face mask or scrub is absolutely heavenly, especially for those with oily skin type. Its enzymes exfoliate the skin and are as good as getting a chemical treatment done at a clinic. It also unclogs pores and shrinks their size.

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Ingredients A piece of ripe papaya Few drops of lemon juice (optional) How To Use 1. Puree the papaya and apply on the face and neck. 2. Massage in circular motions for a few minutes. 3. Rinse with water. Do not use this remedy if you are allergic to papaya. Repeat this once or twice a week. RICE SCRUB FOR OILY SKIN Rice scrub is a gentle exfoliant that helps to remove the dead cells clogging the skin pores. Baking soda is also a skin exfoliant, and at the same time, it helps to bring down the excess sebum production. Ingredients 1 tablespoon ground rice or rice powder A pinch of baking soda 1 teaspoon honey How To Use 1. Mix all the ingredients together. 2. Apply the paste formed on the face and neck, and scrub gently for 2-3 minutes. 3. Rinse with cool water. Repeat this 1-2 times in a week. SUGAR SCRUB FOR OILY SKIN Sugar granules exfoliate the skin and make it smoother. Exfoliation also removes excess oil from the skin and reduces the chances of acne breakouts (17). Ingredients 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon honey How To Use 70

1. Mix the sugar and honey together. 2. Scrub your face and neck gently for 2-3 minutes. 3. Rinse with lukewarm water. Do not mix the ingredients too much as the sugar will melt. Use this scrub twice a week. TOMATO SCRUB FOR OILY SKIN The astringent properties of tomato reduce the excess oil, cleanse the skin, and also shrink pores. Your skin will be less oily, tighter, and also lighter with this remedy. Ingredients 1 small tomato 1-2 tablespoons sugar How To Use 1. Extract the juice from the tomato and add sugar to it. 2. Scrub well with this mix on the face and the neck area as well. 3. Rinse with water If you have sensitive skin, add some honey to the mix. Repeat this twice a week. WALNUT SCRUB FOR OILY SKIN This scrub for oily skin is very effective as walnuts are excellent smoothening agents. They contain beta-carotene, vitamin E, and alpha-linolenic acid that help to keep the skin soft and supple. Honey keeps the skin nourished and hydrated. Ingredients 1-2 walnuts 2 teaspoon honey 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice How To Use 1. Take the walnuts and grind them. 2. Add honey and lemon juice, and mix well. 3. Apply on the face in circular motions. Scrub for a minute or two. 71

4. Rinse with lukewarm water. Don’t grind the walnuts too much as they need to be in the granular form for better exfoliation. Scrub your face with this paste once a week. LEMON JUICE AND SALT SCRUB Sea salt is one of the best ingredients for scrubbing and exfoliating your face. Lemon juice helps in reducing the blemishes on your skin and also reduces the oiliness. Ingredients 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon sea salt How To Use 1. Mix the lemon juice and sea salt and apply the mixture on the face. 2. Massage on your face for 2-3 minutes. 3. Rinse with water. Make sure to use an oil-free moisturizer after using this scrub. Use this one to two times in a week. EGG, SEA SALT, AND LIME JUICE In this scrub, the egg white helps in tightening the skin while the lemon juice lightens the skin, reducing the blemishes. Sea salt helps in removing the dead skin cells. Ingredients 1 egg white 2 teaspoons sea salt 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice How To Use 1. Mix all the above ingredients. 2. Apply onto the face and scrub nicely, but gently for 2-3 minutes. 3. Rinse with lukewarm water and then with cool water. 72

Use a moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated after rinsing away the scrub from your face. Repeat this once every week for best results. STRAWBERRY, OATS, AND LIME JUICE SCRUB Strawberries are very good at removing dead skin cells without harming the skin. It tightens the skin pores, refreshes the skin, and lightens it as well. Blackheads can also be removed with this scrub. Ingredients 2-3 ripe strawberry 2 tablespoons oatmeal 1/2 teaspoon lime juice Water How To Use 1. Mash the strawberries and grind the oats. 2. Add the lime juice and enough water to make a paste. 3. Apply on the face, avoiding the eyes. 4. Concentrate scrubbing on the forehead and the nose and then rinse with cold water. It is recommended to use this scrub once every week. APPLE AND OATMEAL SCRUB FOR OILY SKIN Apple and oatmeal make a great combination to exfoliate dead skin cells and remove all the impurities from your skin. Your skin is cleansed and feels more toned as well. Ingredients 1/2 apple 1 tablespoon oatmeal 1 tablespoon cornmeal 1 tablespoon honey How To Use 1. Blend everything together to get a smooth paste. 73

2. Exfoliate with this scrub for 2-3 minutes. 3. Rinse with lukewarm water. Use this scrub every week. The benefits of regular exfoliation are many; ranging from smoothening your skin and preventing breakouts to keeping your skin oil-free and young-looking. Some of the best homemade scrubs for oily skin are listed in this article. So, look around your kitchen and see which of these ingredients you can find. Start exfoliating now to reap the benefits all your life. OATMEAL AND BROWN SUGAR BODY SCRUB There is some belief that the caffeine in coffee can help reduce the appearance of aging skin. Whether or not this is true, exfoliating can help that area and reduce the appearance of bumpiness. If your skin is sensitive, oatmeal is a good substitute for the coffee. It is lightly exfoliating while also soothing for the skin. The olive oil adds moisture while also helping this mixture stay together and apply easily. ¼ cup olive oil ½ cup brown sugar ½ cup ground oatmeal or coffee grounds (the coffee is more invigorating choose oatmeal for sensitive skin) A few drops of your favorite essential oil. Directions: Combine ingredients and store the mixture in a dry place for up to 4 weeks. To use wet skin first, and then apply in circular motions, gently exfoliating. Rinse. If you have extra sensitive skin, just leave out the sugar. One thing to be aware of is that using this scrub in your shower requires some clean up afterwards! TWO IN ONE BANANA BODY SCRUB Bananas are lightly moisturizing while also helping to control oil. This makes them great for you if you have areas of your body that are prone to oily skin, such as

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your chest or back. Those with super sensitive skin may want to swap oatmeal for the sugar. The other bonus of this scrub is that it smells like dessert. 1 ripe banana 1 tbsp brown sugar ¼ teaspoon vanilla (if you like). Directions: Mix ingredients to combine but avoid mixing too much, as it will thin out the recipe. Apply in the shower and allow sitting about a minute, then gently massaging over skin in circular motions. Rinse. INVIGORATING LEMON OLIVE OIL BODY SCRUB This is a great cleansing scrub for reducing your risk of oily skin. The olive oil helps to balance out the lemon, so your skin will be left clean but not dry. I recommend adding rosemary or grapefruit essential oil to this. Both are invigorating, stimulating, and also help keep oily skin and clogged pores in check. ¾ cup olive oil 3 cups granulated sugar Juice of one lemon Zest from 2 lemons A couple drops of your favorite invigorating essential oil. Directions: Combine olive oil and sugar first, followed by the lemon juice and rind. Finish by adding essential oil—rosemary and grapefruit are both invigorating and good for your skin. Apply to skin in circular motions, then rinse off. GREEN TEA SALT SCRUB We can't say enough about the benefits of green tea both internally and externally. We have infused it into many of our products, including our Anti-Aging Eye Cream. 75

3 tsp Epsom salts 3 tsp baking soda 1 bag of green tea leaves (or a tbsp of loose leaf tea) 4 tbsp your favorite moisturizing oil, such as jojoba, olive, grapeseed, or sweet almond Directions: Combine first three ingredients and then work in the oil. Apply as usual, using circular motions, and then rinse off. COCONUT BUTTER SCRUB This one is super moisturizing! Exfoliating allows you to really absorb the butter and oil. Your skin will feel all kinds of soft after you use this. ½ cup shea butter or cocoa butter 3 tbsp olive oil 3 tbsp coconut oil Optional: a couple drops of your favorite essential oil ½ cup sugar Directions: Use a double boiler to melt the shea butter or cocoa butter. Once it’s melted, whip it up with a mixer until its smooth and fluffy (a hand blender would also work well here). Add the olive oil and coconut oil and slowly mix into the butter. You can add some essential oils at this point if you like. Finally, mix in the brown sugar. Apply as you normally would, but you can leave this one on the skin a little longer to take advantage of the moisturizing properties before rinsing off. WHITENING FACE AND BODY SCRUB This scrub is great for whitening and brightening the skin. A non-plastic container ½ cup Granulated sugar (any kind will do) 2 TB Raw honey 1-2 TB oil like olive, jojoba, coconut, sweet almond, grape seed etc. 2 TB Fresh lemon juices 76

½ TB Dried parsley 5 drops each of essential oils like lemon, bergamot, sandalwood, and galbanum Instructions Add all of the ingredients together and mix well Add more lemon juice, honey, sugar, or oil to make the scrub the consistency you like

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