Homemade spa recipe for a great toner, not just during the summer months.
Ingredients
2 tbsp fresh watermelon juice
1 tbsp vodka
2 tbsp witch hazel
2 tbsp distilled water
Directions
Strain the watermelon juice to get rid of seeds and fruit pieces. Combine all ingredients in small bowl and stir well. Pour the liquid into clean containers with tight-fitting lids.
To use: pour a small amount on a clean cotton pad and apply it to your face. Store in fridge between uses to retain freshness. The toner will keep approximately one week.
Source: http://www.kinderinfo.com/justformom/spa-recipes/watermelon-toner.htm
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Whipped Butter and Lotions Stick Class @ The Nova Studio
On July 12th, I took the Whipped Butter and Lotions class taught by Joan Morais at The Nova Studio. I had previously taken a body butters class from Lori in which we learned how to make 3 different types of body butter which included atraditional body butter, massage bar and an exfloiating body butter scrub. But, I was really interested in learning how to make a lotion stick. And I saw this class offered through The Nova Studio (http://www.thenovastudio.com/).
I knew of Joan, but never took a class from her since she primarily teaches in the north bay (Napa, Fairfield, Sonoma and Sacramento area). I forgot how I found out about Joan, but I do remember going online and finding a clip of her appearing on a Sacramento TV station demonstrating how to make a whipped body butter.
First of all this class is a demo class. The first part of the class was discussion of products and ingredients and the last part was a demo of making the products. Joan's recipes are small and are easy to multiply to make larger batches of products. But the end of the class each student got to take home a jar of whipped butter and a lotion stick and a great information packaged handout.
I knew of Joan, but never took a class from her since she primarily teaches in the north bay (Napa, Fairfield, Sonoma and Sacramento area). I forgot how I found out about Joan, but I do remember going online and finding a clip of her appearing on a Sacramento TV station demonstrating how to make a whipped body butter.
First of all this class is a demo class. The first part of the class was discussion of products and ingredients and the last part was a demo of making the products. Joan's recipes are small and are easy to multiply to make larger batches of products. But the end of the class each student got to take home a jar of whipped butter and a lotion stick and a great information packaged handout.
If you have already taken Lori's body butters class, I would highly recommend taking Joan's class to supplement your knowledge. You will not be sorry. I am definately happy with the class. I am only sorry that her Age Defying Cream class (Note: This class will be offered again on 11/8/08) at The Nova Studio is filled or I would take that class to. Joan will be teaching a soy candle class in September if anyone is interested. If you would like more information about Joan and where she is teaching her classes go to her website at http://www.joanmorais.com/. For other classes offered at The Nova Studio, go to http://www.thenovastudio.com/.
Sunday, August 3, 2008
Rebatched Soap Recipe from HGTV
Marbleized Soap
Project designed by Dr. Robert McDaniel.
Materials:
covered microwave-safe casserole dish
1-1/2 pounds of grated rebatchable soap
whisk or mixing forksoap mold, flexible plastic, individual bar shapes used
soap colorants (powders or color tabs)
fragrance (essential oils or fragrance oils )
milk, room temperature (cow or goats milk), up to 1 cup
rubber spatula
shallow bowl containing hot water
Steps:
1.Place the soap into a small casserole dish and add 1/4 cup milk. To produce a uniform color, add the colorant to the dish, then cover and heat in the microwave on high for 60 seconds.
2. Repeat the 60-second heating cycle until the soap begins to soften and melt then use the whisk to blend the milk, colorant and soap.
3. Heat for an additional 60 seconds, stir, and add one or two additional tablespoons of milk if the soap is lumpy or too thick to mix uniformly. Repeat the heat and stirring cycle until a uniform pasty consistency is achieved.
4. Add one tablespoon of scent and stir briefly.
5. Transfer the soap paste with the spatula into the clean plastic molds and allow to cool overnight or place in the freezer for about 20-30 minutes.
6. Remove the mold from the freezer and place it into a shallow bowl of hot water for about 10 seconds, then turn the mold upside down and push on the mold to remove the soap.
7. Allow the soap to age and harden for one to two weeks prior to use.
To view photographs of this project go to: http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/ah_personal_care_bath_body/article/0,1801,HGTV_3144_1377733,00.html
Source: http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/ah_personal_care_bath_body/article/0,1801,HGTV_3144_1377733,00.html
Project designed by Dr. Robert McDaniel.
Materials:
covered microwave-safe casserole dish
1-1/2 pounds of grated rebatchable soap
whisk or mixing forksoap mold, flexible plastic, individual bar shapes used
soap colorants (powders or color tabs)
fragrance (essential oils or fragrance oils )
milk, room temperature (cow or goats milk), up to 1 cup
rubber spatula
shallow bowl containing hot water
Steps:
1.Place the soap into a small casserole dish and add 1/4 cup milk. To produce a uniform color, add the colorant to the dish, then cover and heat in the microwave on high for 60 seconds.
2. Repeat the 60-second heating cycle until the soap begins to soften and melt then use the whisk to blend the milk, colorant and soap.
3. Heat for an additional 60 seconds, stir, and add one or two additional tablespoons of milk if the soap is lumpy or too thick to mix uniformly. Repeat the heat and stirring cycle until a uniform pasty consistency is achieved.
4. Add one tablespoon of scent and stir briefly.
5. Transfer the soap paste with the spatula into the clean plastic molds and allow to cool overnight or place in the freezer for about 20-30 minutes.
6. Remove the mold from the freezer and place it into a shallow bowl of hot water for about 10 seconds, then turn the mold upside down and push on the mold to remove the soap.
7. Allow the soap to age and harden for one to two weeks prior to use.
To view photographs of this project go to: http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/ah_personal_care_bath_body/article/0,1801,HGTV_3144_1377733,00.html
Source: http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/ah_personal_care_bath_body/article/0,1801,HGTV_3144_1377733,00.html
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Multi-Layered Soap Instructions
(Submitted by Soap Wizards http://www.soapwizards.com/)
MATERIALS:
• Clear soap base
• Soap making fragrance(s) of your choice
• Soap mold of your choice
• Glycerin soap colorant
• Soap lock (Bubble Buster or Rubbing Alcohol) in a misting bottle
TECHNIQUE:
1. Divide your clear soap base according to how many layers you would like in your finished soap.
2. Melt your divided soap. Add your soap colorant until the desired color is reached, then add your choice of fragrance for that color.
3. Repeat step 2 until all of your soap base is colored and scented. Don't worry if your soap begins to harden while you are preparing the rest of your soap, you can always re-melt it on demand.
4. Pour your first colored and scented layer and lightly spray some soap lock to remove any bubbles that may have formed. Let that layer cool. Spray more soap lock on the hardened layer. (this will keep your layers from seperating when the soap is un-molded.)
5. Repeat step 4 until you have filled your soap mold. Allow the soap you are going to use for your next layer to cool slightly before pouring. (remember to spray soap lock on each cooled layer)
6. Un-mold your soap and it's ready to use.
Source: http://www.soapwizards.com/tek9.asp?pg=recipes#Multi-Layered%20Soap
MATERIALS:
• Clear soap base
• Soap making fragrance(s) of your choice
• Soap mold of your choice
• Glycerin soap colorant
• Soap lock (Bubble Buster or Rubbing Alcohol) in a misting bottle
TECHNIQUE:
1. Divide your clear soap base according to how many layers you would like in your finished soap.
2. Melt your divided soap. Add your soap colorant until the desired color is reached, then add your choice of fragrance for that color.
3. Repeat step 2 until all of your soap base is colored and scented. Don't worry if your soap begins to harden while you are preparing the rest of your soap, you can always re-melt it on demand.
4. Pour your first colored and scented layer and lightly spray some soap lock to remove any bubbles that may have formed. Let that layer cool. Spray more soap lock on the hardened layer. (this will keep your layers from seperating when the soap is un-molded.)
5. Repeat step 4 until you have filled your soap mold. Allow the soap you are going to use for your next layer to cool slightly before pouring. (remember to spray soap lock on each cooled layer)
6. Un-mold your soap and it's ready to use.
Source: http://www.soapwizards.com/tek9.asp?pg=recipes#Multi-Layered%20Soap
Friday, August 1, 2008
Mango Butter Light Lotion and Cream Recipe
This is a simple and non-greasy recipe.
Yield: This makes approx 32 ounces
Ingredients:
Gently melt together:
60 grms mango butter
32 grms emulsifying wax
1 tsp vitamin e t-50
Directions:
(1) Gently warm to about 130 degrees: 600 grms distilled water or herbal tea of your choice. 200 grms aloe vera gel-try walmart "fruit of the earth", works great! 28 grams honeyquat from Wholesales Supplies Plus (http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/).
(2) Slowly pour oil into water while using hand whisk or stick blender. Be gentle in order not to make a lot of foam.
(3) Stir for a few minutes, let rest for 10 minutes, then stir again, until room temp.
(4) Add germaben (preservative) according to product specifications.
(5) Add essential oils or fragrance. (Author note: I personally love a light touch of cantaloupe fragrance oil ).
(6) Add coloring if desired. (Author note: I like an orangey-pink melon.)
Suggestion: To make a thicker batch to put in jars, use less water. try using 300 grms-400 grms. It all depends on your taste.
Source: http://forums.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/index.php?showtopic=1422
Yield: This makes approx 32 ounces
Ingredients:
Gently melt together:
60 grms mango butter
32 grms emulsifying wax
1 tsp vitamin e t-50
Directions:
(1) Gently warm to about 130 degrees: 600 grms distilled water or herbal tea of your choice. 200 grms aloe vera gel-try walmart "fruit of the earth", works great! 28 grams honeyquat from Wholesales Supplies Plus (http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/).
(2) Slowly pour oil into water while using hand whisk or stick blender. Be gentle in order not to make a lot of foam.
(3) Stir for a few minutes, let rest for 10 minutes, then stir again, until room temp.
(4) Add germaben (preservative) according to product specifications.
(5) Add essential oils or fragrance. (Author note: I personally love a light touch of cantaloupe fragrance oil ).
(6) Add coloring if desired. (Author note: I like an orangey-pink melon.)
Suggestion: To make a thicker batch to put in jars, use less water. try using 300 grms-400 grms. It all depends on your taste.
Source: http://forums.wholesalesuppliesplus.com/index.php?showtopic=1422
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