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Face care recipes, ingredients, face treatments and lip balm recipes

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HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN FACE CARE

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Facial Oils & Sprays

Facial oil blend

Instructions: makes 30ml/1fl.oz.

Use Cranberry Lane’s Light Face Oil blend or follow recipe below:
10 ml Rose hip seed oil
10 ml Camellia oil
10ml Primrose oil
1 ml Vitamin E oil

Blend all oils together. Shake before use. Store in a cool dark location, refrigeration is best. Shelf life up to 6 months. Store blend in dark glass for best results.
Essential oils:
... Use 5-6 drops "Renew Skin" Essential oil blend

 

Rosehip & Aloe Facial Spray

Instructions: makes 125ml/4fl.oz.

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

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

 

Calendula Petal Facial Spray

Instructions: makes 125ml/4fl.oz.

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

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

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.

 

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.

 

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.

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 wax

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)

Green Tea Moisture Cream: This wonderfully rich cream full of antioxidants and nutrients that maturing skin craves. Use it at night for maximum affect.

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.
 

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.
 

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.

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.
 

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
 

Clear Skin Herbal Cleanser
(oily to normal & acne skin types)

Instructions: makes 125ml/8fl.oz.

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.

 

Renew Skin Herbal Cleanser
(normal to dry & mature skin types)

Instructions: makes 125ml/8fl.oz.

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
 

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 water

20 drops Clear Skin Essential oil blend

 

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.

 

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) Rosewater

20 drops Renew Skin Essential oil blend

 

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
 

Cranberry Lane’s
Lip Colour Recipe

Instructions:

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

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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