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Spring Fling Flower Blossoms Body Butter
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myfanwy-65.livejournal.comby Christine Ziegler
Smooth, moisturizing and made with some of the most prized aromatics.
Yield: 5 oz by weight
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Difficulty Level: 1
Shelf Life: 6 months
Ingredients:
3 ounces unrefined, light colored, smooth shea butter
1 ounces virgin coconut oil
1 ounces jasmine or orange blossom floral was
2-4 drops rose otto or neroli blossom essential oil (optional)
1/2 teaspoon Vitamin E
Blending Procedure:
Begin by creaming the Shea Butter at a medium-high speed
in an electric mixer until a soft texture is formed -- like softened
cooking butter. It's best to use an automatic mixer instead of a hand
held one so you can proceed to Step 2 while the mixer is processing
the shea butter. Do not melt the shea butter in a double boiler or
microwave or the recipe will not turn out as it should.
While the shea butter is processing, warm the coconut oil and floral
wax over very low heat, or in a double boiler, until the wax is just melted.
DO NOT OVERHEAT! I find that it is actually best to turn off the heat under
the oil/wax mixture when the wax is not quite completely melted, and
then let it continue to fully melt without the heat on.
Turn off the mixer. While the shea butter is still warm, slowly pour
the oil/wax mixture into the whipped shea butter. Add drops of
essential oil. Turn mixer onto medium-high again.
Continue mixing until just creamy.
Place into containers of choice. Let cool. Cover.
To use, rub onto freshly showered skin immediately
after towel drying.
Can also be applied to dry skin any time of the day.
Smooth, moisturizing and made with some of the most prized aromatics.
Yield: 5 oz by weight
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Difficulty Level: 1
Shelf Life: 6 months
Ingredients:
3 ounces unrefined, light colored, smooth shea butter
1 ounces virgin coconut oil
1 ounces jasmine or orange blossom floral was
2-4 drops rose otto or neroli blossom essential oil (optional)
1/2 teaspoon Vitamin E
Blending Procedure:
Begin by creaming the Shea Butter at a medium-high speed
in an electric mixer until a soft texture is formed -- like softened
cooking butter. It's best to use an automatic mixer instead of a hand
held one so you can proceed to Step 2 while the mixer is processing
the shea butter. Do not melt the shea butter in a double boiler or
microwave or the recipe will not turn out as it should.
While the shea butter is processing, warm the coconut oil and floral
wax over very low heat, or in a double boiler, until the wax is just melted.
DO NOT OVERHEAT! I find that it is actually best to turn off the heat under
the oil/wax mixture when the wax is not quite completely melted, and
then let it continue to fully melt without the heat on.
Turn off the mixer. While the shea butter is still warm, slowly pour
the oil/wax mixture into the whipped shea butter. Add drops of
essential oil. Turn mixer onto medium-high again.
Continue mixing until just creamy.
Place into containers of choice. Let cool. Cover.
To use, rub onto freshly showered skin immediately
after towel drying.
Can also be applied to dry skin any time of the day.
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Healing Spring Salad
Apr. 23rd, 2006 11:41 ammyfanwy-65.livejournal.comHealing Spring Salad -- Recipe
Inspired by Meals That Heal
by Lisa Turner
Inner Traditions, 1996
After a winter of eating denser, more fatty foods, our systems crave a
gentle, nourishing cleanse that will help to rejuvenate us and clear any
digestive heaviness.
This refreshing, high-fiber salad is just the ticket. Greens and fresh
herbs inspire us with their upward-growing movement and lively flavors.
Peas, asparagus, and radishes add fiber and nourishment, and berries
with their tart-sweet flavor and antioxidant goodness shine like jewels.
These seasonal ingredients can make us feel fresher and more energized,
and the combination tastes so good!
Ingredients
For each serving:
One generous handful of any of the following, or a combination:
arugula, watercress, mustard greens, dandelion greens
1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives, dill, or mint
1/4 cup fresh raw peas or frozen, thawed
1 radish, thinly sliced
2 asparagus spears, lightly steamed, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 ripe strawberries, sliced
Lightly toss the ingredients together and place on a pretty salad plate.
Sprinkle with a splash of olive oil, a squeeze of fresh lemon, and a
pinch of salt.
Inspired by Meals That Heal
by Lisa Turner
Inner Traditions, 1996
After a winter of eating denser, more fatty foods, our systems crave a
gentle, nourishing cleanse that will help to rejuvenate us and clear any
digestive heaviness.
This refreshing, high-fiber salad is just the ticket. Greens and fresh
herbs inspire us with their upward-growing movement and lively flavors.
Peas, asparagus, and radishes add fiber and nourishment, and berries
with their tart-sweet flavor and antioxidant goodness shine like jewels.
These seasonal ingredients can make us feel fresher and more energized,
and the combination tastes so good!
Ingredients
For each serving:
One generous handful of any of the following, or a combination:
arugula, watercress, mustard greens, dandelion greens
1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives, dill, or mint
1/4 cup fresh raw peas or frozen, thawed
1 radish, thinly sliced
2 asparagus spears, lightly steamed, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 ripe strawberries, sliced
Lightly toss the ingredients together and place on a pretty salad plate.
Sprinkle with a splash of olive oil, a squeeze of fresh lemon, and a
pinch of salt.
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