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HOW
TO MAKE YOUR OWN FACE CARE
>Facial Oil and Spray
>Facial Masks
>Face Creams
>Face Lotions
>Face Cleansers
>Toners
>Lip Balm
Facial Oils & Sprays
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Rosehip & Aloe
Facial Spray |
Instructions: makes 125ml/4fl.oz. |
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Recommended for Dry, Mature Skin types
Ingredients
30 ml
Aloe vera gel
20 ml
Witch Hazel
50ml
Rosewater (Organic)
25ml *Rosehip infusion
1/2 ml
Vegetable Glycerin
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Infuse 1 tablespoon ground
Rosehips
in 50ml of boiled distilled or filtered water. Allow to steep for
15 minutes, strain and keep liquid. Mix all ingredients together
and pour into a
dark glass bottle (amber is best). Allow to set
for a day or two for best results. Shake before use. Store in a
cool dark location, refrigeration is best. Shelf life up to 6
months.
Essential oils to try
Calming: 2 drops
German Chamomile
Balancing: 3 drops
Lavender
Toning: 2 drops
Grapefruit
Moisturizing: 3 drops
Ylang Ylang |
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Calendula
Petal Facial Spray |
Instructions: makes 125ml/4fl.oz. |
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Recommended for Normal to Dry Skin types
Ingredients
30 ml
Aloe vera gel
20 ml
Witch Hazel
25ml
Orange Blossom water (Organic)
50ml
Calendula Infusion
1/2 ml
Vegetable Glycerin
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Infuse 1 tablespoon
Calendula petals
(Marigold) in 50ml of boiled distilled or filtered water. Allow to
steep for 15 minutes, strain and keep liquid. Mix all ingredients
together and pour into a
dark glass bottle (amber is best). Allow
to set for a day or two for best results. Shake before use. Store
in a cool dark location, refrigeration is best. Shelf life up to 6
months.
Essential oils to try
Calming: 2 drops
German Chamomile
Balancing: 3 drops
Lavender
Toning: 2 drops
Grapefruit
Moisturizing: 3 drops
Ylang Ylang |
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Facial Masks
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Clear Skin Facial Mask |
Making & Using
Facial Masks |
1 Tbsp
Clear Skin Herb
Mask blend
100ml (1/3 cup) distilled or filtered water
2 Tbsp
Clear Skin Dry Mask blend
3-5 drops
Clear Skin essential oil blend"Clear Skin"
recipes are designed for those with oily to normal and acne prone
skin types. |
1) Make an herbal infusion:
Bring water to boil. Add herb blend to a one cup glass measuring
cup or stainless steel bowl with lid, pour hot water over herbs and
allow to infuse with lid on for 10 minutes.
2) Strain herbal infusion and pour into a one cup size
measuring cup or small stainless steel pot.
3) Add dry mask blend to herbal infusion and heat on stove
or microwave until mixture has thickened, stirring occasionally.
4) Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly, add
essential oils and blend well. Store dry material in a cool dark
location. Use all ingredients within one year of purchase.If
mask is made and not used it can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. |
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Renew Skin Facial Mask |
Making & Using
Facial Masks |
1 Tbsp
Renew Skin Herb Mask blend
100ml (1/3 cup) distilled or filtered water
2 Tbsp
Renew Skin Dry Mask blend
3-5 drops
Renew Skin essential oil blend"Renew Skin"
recipes are designed for those with normal to dry
skin. Good for maturing skin types. |
1) Make an herbal infusion:
Bring water to boil. Add herb blend to a one cup glass measuring
cup or stainless steel bowl with lid, pour hot water over herbs and
allow to infuse with lid on for 10 minutes.
2) Strain herbal infusion and pour into a one cup size
measuring cup or small stainless steel pot.
3) Add dry mask blend to herbal infusion and heat on stove
or microwave until mixture has thickened, stirring occasionally.
4) Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly, add
essential oils and blend well. Store dry material in a cool dark
location. Use all ingredients within one year of purchase.If
mask is made and not used it can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. |
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Green Tea Sea Facial
Mask |
Blending &
Using the Mask |
1 Tbsp Sea Mud Base
(Sea
Kelp powder,
Clay,
Baking soda,
Xanthan gum)
1 tsp
Green Tea Extract
125ml Distilled or filtered water (hot)
5-6 drops of
essential oil |
Beat all ingredients together, using
a whisk or hand blender, until mask begins to thicken into a
paste.
If mask is not being used
immediately then refrigerate (3-4 days).
Apply to clean skin. Relax for
10-15 minutes with mask on.
Remove mask with tepid water and pat dry. Apply moisturizer or
facial oil.Suggested Essential oils:
Use 5-6 drops "Renew
Skin" essential oil blend or "Clear
Skin" essential oil blend |
Face Creams
Awesome Moisture Cream: This wonderfully rich cream provides dry
and maturing skin with the moisturizing nutrients it craves.
Use it at night for maximum affect.
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Awesome Moisture Cream |
Instructions: makes 150ml/5.3fl.oz. |
75ml Distilled water (or filtered)
1 Tbsp
Skin Lotion herb blend
100ml
Face Rich oil Blend
50 ml
Skin Care Complex
2 Tbsp
Soy blend waxEssential oils to try:
10 drops "Renew
Skin" Essential oil blend
10 drops "Clear
Skin" essential oil blend |
1) Make an infusion: Pour
boiled water over herbs, allow to steep for 15 minutes, strain and
set liquid aside to cool.
2) Combine Face Rich oil with Soy blend wax and gently heat
on medium heat until wax has melted. Remove from heat. * Use
stainless steel pots only. Or microwavable glass container
3) To the melted oils and wax add the remaining ingredients
in a steady stream while beating. Beat all ingredients until
creamy and smooth.
4) Allow cream to cool before adding essential oils and
packaging.Shelf life approximately: 6 months. Store in cool
dark place. Refer to our Make-it-yourself Tip section for more
information. (coming soon) |
Green Tea Moisture Cream: This wonderfully rich cream full of
antioxidants and nutrients that maturing skin craves. Use it at night
for maximum affect.
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Green Tea Moisture
Cream |
Instructions: makes 150ml/5.3fl.oz. |
75ml Distilled water (or filtered)
1 Tbsp
Skin Lotion herb blend
100ml
Face Rich oil Blend
50 ml
Skin Care Complex
2 Tbsp
Soy blend wax
10ml
Green Tea Extract Essential oils to try:
10 drops "Renew
Skin" Essential oil blend
10 drops "Clear
Skin" essential oil blend |
1) Make an infusion: Pour
boiled water over herbs, allow to steep for 15 minutes, strain and
set liquid aside to cool.
2) Combine Face Rich oil with Soy blend wax and gently heat
on medium heat until wax has melted. Remove from heat. * Use
stainless steel pots only. Or microwavable glass container
3) To the melted oils and wax add the remaining ingredients
in a steady stream while beating. Beat all ingredients until
creamy and smooth.
4) Allow cream to cool before adding essential oils and
packaging.Shelf life approximately: 6 months. Store in cool
dark place. Refer to our Make-it-yourself Tip section for more
information. (coming soon) |
Face Lotions
Orange Blossom Oil free lotion: If you have acne prone or oily
skin this is the lotion for you! All ingredients have been tested and
will not clog pores. This is a light textured lotion that you can use
during the day under makeup or on its own. To make your own Sunscreen
see Make-it-yourself Tip section on Sun protection.
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Orange Blossom Oil Free
Lotion |
Instructions: makes 150ml/5.3fl.oz. |
75ml Distilled water ( or filtered)
1 Tbsp
Skin Lotion herb blend
25ml **Orange
Blossom floral water
30 ml
Skin Care Complex
4 tsp
Soy blend wax** You can substitute floral
water with other types or use more herbal infusion.
Essential oils to try:
10 drops "Renew
Skin" Essential oil blend
10 drops "Clear
Skin" essential oil blend |
1) Make an infusion: Pour
boiled water over herbs, allow to steep for 15 minutes, strain and
set liquid aside to cool.
2) Combine Soy blend wax with infusion from step one,
gently heat on medium heat until wax has melted. Remove from heat.
* Use stainless steel pots only. Or microwavable glass container
3) To the mixture in step two, add the remaining
ingredients in a steady stream while beating. Beat all ingredients
until creamy and smooth.
4) Allow cream to cool before adding essential oils and
packaging.Shelf life approximately: 6 months.
Store in cool dark place. Refer to our Make-it-yourself Tip
section for more information. (coming soon) |
Green Tea & Rose Face
Lotion: This is a light textured lotion full of moisturizing
ingredients with the added benefit of Green Tea an excellent
antioxidant. Easy to wear during the day as it is or under makeup. To
make your own Sunscreen see Make-it-yourself Tip section on Sun
protection.
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Green Tea & Rose Facial
Lotion |
Instructions: makes 150ml/5.3fl.oz. |
75ml Distilled water (or filtered)
1 Tbsp
Skin Lotion herb blend
100ml **Face
Light oil bend
30 ml
Skin Care Complex
2 Tbsp
Soy blend wax
10ml
Green Tea Extract
25ml *Rosewater
*You can substitute various floral waters or use the same amount
of herbal infusion
**You can substitute
Face Rich oil Blend for a more moisturizing lotion
Essential oils to try:
10 drops "Renew
Skin" Essential oil blend
10 drops "Clear
Skin" essential oil blend |
1) Make an infusion: Pour
boiled water over herbs, allow to steep for 15 minutes, strain and
set liquid aside to cool.
2) Combine Oil blend with Soy blend wax and gently heat on
medium heat until wax has melted. Remove from heat. * Use
stainless steel pots only. Or microwavable glass container
3) To the melted oils and wax add the remaining ingredients
in a steady stream while beating. Beat all ingredients until
creamy and smooth.
4) Allow cream to cool before adding essential oils and
packaging.Shelf life approximately: 6 months. Store in cool
dark place. Refer to our Make-it-yourself Tip section for more
information. (coming soon) |
Aloe Rich Face Lotion: A very rich and creamy lotion with the
added skin healing benefits of pure Aloe vera gel. Apply during the
day or use this as a night time moisture lotion. To make your own
Sunscreen see Make-it-yourself Tip section on Sun protection.
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Aloe Rich Face Lotion |
Instructions: makes 150ml/5.3fl.oz. |
75ml Distilled water (or filtered)
1 Tbsp
Skin Lotion herb blend
100ml
Face Rich oil Blend
30 ml
Skin Care Complex
2 Tbsp
Soy blend wax
25ml *Aloe
Vera gel
10 drops
Essential oil* You can substitute various floral waters or
use the same amount of herbal infusion
Essential oils:
"Renew
Skin" or "Clear
Skin" essential oil blend |
1) Make an infusion: Pour
boiled water over herbs , allow to steep for 15 minutes, strain
and set liquid aside to cool.
2) Combine Face Rich oil with Soy blend wax and gently heat
on medium heat until wax has melted. Remove from heat. * Use
stainless steel pots only. Or microwavable glass container
3) To the melted oils and wax add remaining ingredients in
a steady stream while beating. Beat all ingredients until creamy
and smooth.
4) Allow cream to cool before adding essential oils and
packaging.Shelf life approximately: 6 months. Store in cool
dark place. Refer to our Make-it-yourself Tip section for more
information. |
AHA & Green Tea Face Lotion:
This is a light, fast absorbing lotion with the exfoliation benefit of
AHA (alpha Hydroxy Acid). If using above 4% AHA during the day, make
sure to use sun protection. This lotion is best used at night on clean
skin. Keep away from mucous membranes such as eyes, nose and mouth.
Slight irritation is normal with the use of any AHA product 4% and
higher. Discontinue use if you experience adverse reaction and consult
your medical professional.
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AHA & Green Tea Lotion |
Instructions: makes 150ml/5.3fl.oz. |
75ml Distilled water ( or filtered)
1 Tbsp
Skin Lotion herb blend
100ml *Face
Light oil bend
30 ml
Skin Care Complex
2 Tbsp
Soy blend wax
10ml
Green Tea Extract
AHA Moisture Booster
1% AHA add: 10 drops
4% AHA add: 40 drops
AHA Exfoliant
6% AHA add: 60 drops
8% AHA add: 80 drops
Keep all lotions with
AHA content over 4% away from mucous membranes, eyes and mouth
area.
*You can substitute
Face Rich oil Blend for a more moisturizing lotion |
1) Make an infusion: Pour
boiled water over herbs , allow to steep for 15 minutes, strain
and set liquid aside to cool.
2) Combine Oil blend with Soy blend wax and gently heat on
medium heat until wax has melted. Remove from heat. Use stainless
steel pots only. Or microwavable glass container
3) To the melted oils and wax add the remaining ingredients
in a steady stream while beating. Beat all ingredients until
creamy and smooth.
4) Allow cream to cool before adding essential oils, and
AHA, and prior to packaging.Shelf life approximately: 6 months.
Store in cool dark place. Refer to our Make-it-yourself Tip
section for more information regarding
AHA use. |
Herbal Face Cleansers
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Clear Skin Herbal Cleanser
(oily to
normal & acne skin types) |
Instructions: makes 125ml/8fl.oz. |
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1 Tbsp
Clear Skin Herb blend
125ml (1/2 cup) Distilled or filtered water
5 ml (1 tsp)
Skin Care Complex
1/2 tsp
Xanthan gum
15 drops Clear
Skin Essential oil blend |
1) Infuse Herb blend in boiled
water. Allow to steep for 15 minutes, strain and keep liquid,
allow to cool .
2) Blend liquid and remaining ingredients together using a
hand blender or whip until smooth.
3) Pour into a clean container.
Shake before use. Store in a cool dark location, refrigerate
for up to 6 months. Unrefrigerated shelf life approx 2 months. |
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Renew Skin Herbal Cleanser
(normal to
dry & mature skin types) |
Instructions: makes 125ml/8fl.oz. |
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1 Tbsp
Renew Skin Herb blend
125ml (1/2 cup) Distilled or filtered water
5 ml (1 tsp)
Skin Care Complex
1/2 tsp
Xanthan gum
15 drops Renew
Skin
Essential oil blend |
1) Infuse Herb blend in boiled
water. Allow to steep for 15 minutes, strain and keep liquid,
allow to cool .
2) Blend liquid and remaining ingredients together using a
hand blender or whip until smooth.
3) Pour into a clean container.
Shake before use. Store in a cool dark location, refrigerate
for up to 6 months. Unrefrigerated shelf life approx 2 months. |
Herbal Face Toners
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Clear Skin Herbal Toner
(oily to
normal & acne skin types) |
Instructions: makes 225ml/8fl.oz. |
1 tsp each
Horsetail Herb,
Lavender Flowers &
Lemongrass Leaves
125ml (1/2 cup) Distilled or filtered water
10 ml (2 tsp)
Skin Care Complex
50 ml (3 Tbsp)
Witch Hazel
20ml (4 tsps)
Aloe
Vera gel
30ml (2 Tbsp)
Orange Blossom water20 drops
Clear
Skin Essential oil blend
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1) Infuse herbs in boiled
water. Allow to steep for 15 minutes, strain and keep liquid,
allow to cool .
2) Blend liquid and remaining ingredients together
3) Pour into a clean container.
Shake before use. Store in a cool dark location, refrigerate
for up to 8 months. Unrefrigerated shelf life approx 3
months. |
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Renew Skin Herbal Toner
(normal
to dry & mature skin types) |
Instructions: makes 225ml/8fl.oz. |
1 tsp each
Rose Petals,
Chamomile Flowers &
Marigold Petals
125ml (1/2 cup) Distilled or filtered water
10 ml (2 tsp)
Skin Care Complex
50 ml (3 Tbsp)
Witch Hazel
20ml (4 tsps)
Aloe
Vera gel
30ml (2 Tbsp)
Rosewater20 drops
Renew
Skin Essential oil blend
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1) Infuse herbs in boiled
water. Allow to steep for 15 minutes, strain and keep liquid,
allow to cool .
2) Blend liquid and remaining ingredients together
3) Pour into a clean container.
Shake before use. Store in a cool dark location, refrigerate
for up to 8 months. Unrefrigerated shelf life approx 3
months. |
Lip Balm
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Cranberry Lane’s
Lip Colour Recipe |
Instructions: |
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Ingredients (makes approx: 35ml = 7
tubes or 3
pots)
1 tsp of
Beeswax
Pellets
1/2 tsp
Carnauba wax
2 Tbsp of Cranberry Lane's
Face Rich Oil Blend
Flavours & Optional ingredients:
Essential oils:
Use Peppermint, Spearmint, Orange, Lime, Grapefruit essential oil
or a combination. Use approx 3 drops per lip balm container
Natural fruit flavours: (and extracts) 1/2 tsp per batch
Sun Protection: 1/2 Teaspoon of
Titanium Dioxide, for approx SPF of 30
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1. Melt wax and Lip colour oil blend
together in a small pot on the stove (do not use aluminum) or use
a microwaveable bowl. Heat all until melted.
2. Remove from heat, add optional ingredients stir and pour
directly into lip balm container. Allow to cool before capping and
using.
Store in a cool location for best shelf life.
Shelf life approx 6 months. |
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