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Mint Glow Body Products

n ancient Greece, it was the custom to perfume every part of the body with a different scent. Mint was used on the arms. Comfrey was used on the legs to invigorate the muscules. Try these sensual concotions that will awaken the senses and make you glow.

Ginger Mint Salt Glow Scrub

Winter is a great time to slough off dead skin that tends to build up over time. This blend will leave you soft and glowing- ready to face the harsh winter months that lie ahead.

Ingredients:

  • 60 ml olive oil
  • 90 ml sea salt
  • Essential oil- blend 12 drops peppermint, 8 drops ginger)

Directions:

Mix ingredients together and place in decorative jar.

Hot Infused Comfrey-Nettle-Mint Oil

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup Olive oil
  • 1/2 cup nettle
  • 1/2 cup comfrey
  • Decorative, cork-able bottle
  • Cheesecloth
  • Label

Directions:

1. Chop up several handfuls of fresh comfrey and nettle and place in heavy stainless steel pot. Cover with olive oil.

2. Gently heat oil until herbs are wilted and remove from heat. Avoid over heating as it will destroy therapeutic qualities. Allow to cool, uncovered.

3. Allow the plant to sit in the oil for a few hours or overnight. Strain well, removing all plant bits. Using a muslin or jelly bag cloth may be useful.

4. Moisture will separate from oil. Gently pour off this oil into another pan and heat the oil again. This allows any remaining moisture to evaporate. Each moisture droplet will rise to the surface of the oil and burst into a tiny spray. When the droplets have stopped bursting, the oil is free of moisture. This process can take up to an hour or two. Watch carefully to avoid burning your oil.

5. Allow the oil to cool completely. Decant into a sterilized bottle and leave any sediment in the pot. Label and enjoy.

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