The skin on your face, throat and hands is very sensitive
and can be damaged when constantly exposed to the wind, the sun,
pollution and extreme temperature changes.
These
environmental factors make the skin dry, prone to cracks and broken
capillaries., Fortunately, you can make protective cosmetic creams to
help shield your skin; the creams help to maintain the acid mantle,
which is the acidic, protective coating that guards the skin against
irritation and bacterial growth, If you skin type is normal, protect it
from the elements with an OIL BASED CREAM (see recipes below). However, if you have dry skin, protect it against further wind and sun damage with a hydration, WATER BASED Emulsion. (recipe below)
Oil-Based Cream
2 tbsp sweet almond oil
2 tbsp jojoba
1 1/2 tsp beeswax
10 drops of either German-Chamomile, Calendula, or carrot seed oil (choose one)
Heat the sweet almond oil, jojoba and beeswax in a double boiler. Just until the beeswax is melted. Mix well. Add
the final essential oil then pour the mixture into a 2 oz cosmetic jar.
the cream can be stored for up to 1 yr in a cool dry place.
Water Based Cream
1 tbsp grape-seed oil
1 tbsp jojoba oil
1 tsp beeswax
2 tsp rose water
1/4 tsp borax
heat
the oils and beeswax in a double boiler just until the beeswax is
meter. In a separate saucepan or pot, heat the rose water then stir in
the borax until it is dissolved, When the oil mixture and water mixture
are the same temperature, whisk the water mixture into the oil, Store
the cream in a 2 oz jar for up to 1 month in a cool place. or
refrigerate.
You can adapt lotions for your skin type using the following recipes which are made for 2 oz creams
NORMAL SKIN
10 drops vitamin A oil
10 drops vitamin E oil
5 drops orange essential oil
DRY SKIN
10 drops Calendula oil
15 drops Aloe Vera concentrate
2 drops coriander-seed essential oil
FOR BROKEN CAPILLARIES
10 drops German-Chamomile Oil or 10 drops Vitamin E Oil or 10 drops Blue-Cypress Essential oil
(choose one)
Tip
of The Trade: To make home-made natural cosmetics last longer, add
jojoba oil, which is a liquid wax and therefore does not go rancid!
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The Therapeutic Effects of Lemon
The lemon tree, one
of the oldest cultivated fruit plants, originated in India. Today,
lemons grow in subtropical climates all over the world, especially in
Florida and the Mediterranean. Though the fruit and its Jews have a
sour, S Citic taste, lemon actually functions as a buffer in the body
and can reduce hyper acidity in the stomach.
Lemon juice and peel have
an anti-septic affect, and the leaves of the tree are used to reduce
fever.
In addition,
lemons are rich in vitamin C, which strengthens the immune system
and’s, acting as an antioxidant, protects cells from free radical
damage. The juice of one lemon supplies 33% of your daily vitamin C
needs, and 1 tablespoon of lemon peel provides 13%. This is more than
satisfies your daily vitamin C requirement.
Choose organic lemons, especially if you plan to use the peel. They
should be firm and bright, with a fine grained skin. A very coarse
exterior may indicate a thick skin, which may mean less juicy flesh;
large lemons are usually thick skins. A lemon that feels heavy for its
size should be quite juicy.
Therapeutic effect: used internally, lemon has an anti-inflammatory
action. It also helps cleanse the body by promoting perspiration and
acting as a diuretic. At the same time, lemon stimulates the appetite,
aids digestion, strengthens the body’s defenses, relieves cramps and
generally refreshes.
Used externally, lemon dilates blood vessels in the skin.
Components
in
addition to its vitamin C content, lemon contains pectin and the
essential oil constitutes limonene, alpah terpinene, alpha pinene, beta
pinene, and bioflavanoids, which help strengthen the capillary walls.
The essential oils obtained from lemon peel stimulate the flow of lymph fluids.
Vitamin C boost
to increase your vitamin C intake, E a lemon every day. And only a few
minutes, the vitamin is carried throughout your body. Afterwards, you
may sense an increase in your performance capabilities and feel more
relaxed.
Iron and calcium absorption
lemon stimulates the production of enzymes and digestive juices in the
mucous membrane of the stomach, and enhancing the absorption of iron
and calcium from foods and supplements.
Emergency disinfectant
lemon juice can disinfect minor wounds or lesions in the mouth and
throat, such as canker sores. Apply diluted juice to the affected areas,
or gargle with it several times a day.
Sore throat and hoarseness
squeeze one lemon and dilute the juice with 1 cup of hot water. Gargle three times a day with the diluted juice.
Extra tip
to stop a nosebleed, dribble a small amount of diluted lemon juice
(equal parts water and lemon juice) on a cotton ball and Davitt
repeatedly onto the nasal mucous membrane. The lemons astringent effect
draws the body tissues together.
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