WHOLE BODY SPA TREATMENTS

Whether you’re getting ready for a special event like a wedding or a party

or just taking some time to focus on yourself, the recipes in this chapter

provide a rich sensory journey to leave you positively glowing from the

inside out. Taking the extra time to set the scene for a divine home spa

experience brings the pampering to a higher level of replenishment and

rejuvenation, nurturing your mind, body, and spirit.

Start by letting fresh air flow through your space to clear out any stagnant

energy or stale air. Select some calming, healing music to play. Lay out

some clean fluffy towels and a soft robe. In the spirit of whole body

replenishment, prepare a healthy spa water like the Strawberry Super C

Sipper or Cucumber De-Puffer Spa Water to enjoy while you recline with

your feet soaking in a Fizzy Mojito Foot Spa. Light some candles and say

a blessing. Something like this works well to set the tone: “I have set this

time aside for me. All of my stresses and worries fall away from me now.

This is my time to heal and nurture my entire being.” Take a few deep

breaths to set the relaxation in motion. It is in these sweet moments,

while you are in repose slathered in gorgeous, gooey home spa

treatments like the Head-to-Toe Pumpkin Mask or the Detoxifying

Seaweed Body Wrap, that a deeper overall healing takes place. There is

nothing comparable to a spa day like this to bring out your inner goddess!

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Sun Protection Lotion Stick

Certain plants have amazing sun protection properties: shea butter has an SPF of around 7, coconut oil’s SPF is around 4, and red raspberry seed oil has an SPF ranging between 28 and 50. This recipe combines these amazing sun-blocking botanicals with zinc, a mineral that physically blocks the sun by scattering UVA and UVB radiation, to create nourishing and effective natural sun protection. The butter-like consistency of this recipe adds to its effectiveness by creating natural sweat and water resistance, and the peppermint helps keep you cool. Enjoy! YIELDS: 4 two-ounce tubes 2 tablespoons beeswax pastilles ⁄ cup shea butter ⁄ cup coconut oil (virgin or unscented or green tea–infused ⁄ cup red raspberry seed oil 20 drops peppermint essential oil 4 vitamin E capsules 2 tablespoons zinc oxide powder What you will need: double boiler, measuring cups, rubber spatula, push-up tubes for 8-ounce recipe (four 2-ounce tubes) 1. To Make: Start the double boiler on medium heat. Once it reaches

Calming Antioxidant Skin Quencher

This luxuriously calming, healing moisturizer is rich in regenerative antioxidants that counteract the damaging effects of the sun’s rays. This botanical infusion is steeped with the advanced healing powers of green tea and soothing comfrey combined with lavender to nurture you in mind, body, and spirit. YIELDS: 4 ounces ⁄ cup Green Tea–Infused Oil ⁄ cup Fresh Comfrey Oil 3 vitamin E capsules 20 drops lavender essential oil What you will need: funnel, dark-colored 4-ounce bottle and cap 1. To Make: Use a funnel to pour the Green Tea–Infused Oil and Fresh Comfrey Oil into a 4-ounce bottle. Pierce the vitamin E capsules and squeeze the liquid out into the bottle, discarding the gel caps. Add lavender essential oil. Place cap on tightly and shake well to blend. 2. To Store: Store in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Label with expiration date of 2 years. 3. To Use: Body oils are best applied right after bathing, while the skin is still damp. The oils work to seal in the moisture o

Cooling Anti-Itch Paste

Topical application of this simple apple cider vinegar and baking soda paste can help ease sunburn pain, itching, and inflammation. How? Well, apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid, which is one of the components of pain relief medications such as aspirin. Smear on this Cooling Anti-Itch Paste for some all-natural relief to help you feel better fast. YIELDS: 1 cup ⁄ cup apple cider vinegar ⁄ cup baking soda 6 drops lavender essential oil, optional What you will need: bowl, spoon, tight-sealing storage container 1. To Make: Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix to form a thick paste. 2. To Store: Store in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to 2 weeks. Stir well before each use. 3. To Use: Apply to sunburned or itchy spots. Leave on for as long as you like. To remove, rinse or shower off. To avoid irritating your skin, do not rub or scrub off. If you are really suffering, consider applying before bed. Allow to dry completely before getting into bed. Not recommended to le

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