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Natural Lipstick Recipe

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lipstick can be a source of harmful chemicals and since it is used on the skin (lips) and near the mouth, these chemicals can be easily absorbed. These homemade variations let you create a personalized lipstick color that is chemical free and inexpensive to make.

If you aren't a fan of colored lip sticks, you can make this recipe without any added color options to achieve a basic natural lip chap.

The Base Recipe

1 teaspoon beeswax pastilles
1 teaspoon Shea butter or Cocoa Butter
1 teaspoon coconut oil
This base recipe will create a smooth, clear lipstick that is very moisturizing and protective. It is made from completely natural ingredients and is safe for us on the lips or skin. If you want, you can add color with the following add-ins to create a color of your choice.

Optional Color Add-Ins

For Red Hues: 1/8 teaspoon of beet root powder or 1 drop of natural red food coloring with no chemical additives. NOTE: Add these very slowly as a little goes a long way!
For Brown/Tan Hues: 1/4 teaspoon (or more for color) of organic cocoa powder, a tiny pinch of cinnamon or turmeric to get the shade you want
For a more Matte texture: 1/4 teaspoon bentonite clay- I use this with a color so it doesn't leave a white tint on the lips.
For Scent: A drop of essential oil of choice (optional)

What to do

Melt the beeswax, Shea butter/cocoa butter and coconut oil in a glass jar without a lid in a small pot of simmering (not boiling) water. It should melt quickly because so little of each ingredient is used.

When melted, remove from heat and add any optional ingredients like color or scent. I used a tiny pinch of beet root powder (1/8 tsp or less), 1/4 tsp cocoa powder, 1/8 tsp bentonite clay, 1/8 tsp cinnamon and a drop of peppermint essential oil (if you like the smell).add more cocoa powder after mixing to darken it up.

Once all ingredients are mixed well but still liquid, use a dropper to pour into the lip chap container. I used the glass dropper from an old tincture bottle. Fill just below the top as it will expand slightly as it cools. Leave to cool for at least half an hour. Store in a cool place (under 80 degrees) or it will soften.

Enjoy!

How to get straight hair ?
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We have received a few requests asking about a natural product that can help getting a straight hair, our answer was there is no such a product, as hair straighteners should be chemical based and unfortunately those chemicals are of the most harmful for hair and scalp.

These natural hair straighteners recipes will take some time to make your hair straight, but regular application of them won’t only straighten your hair , but will also nourish and moisturize it.

Here some natural alternative recipes that might help straighten hair temporarily, in addition they will be benefiting instead of damaging !

Coconut with Lemon Juice

You will need coconut fruit & Fresh lemon juice.

This recipe is one of the most effective recipes , in addition won’t not only control curls, but also will fight dandruff give your hair a shiny look .
Get the fresh flesh of a coconut fruit and the coconut water you get from the fruit , place in a blender with a around 200 ml of warm water , mix well and then filter .
mix a cup of this mixture with 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice , keep in the refrigerator until gets cold , wash your hair and apply the mixture to hair and scalp thoroughly , cover your hair for 30 minutes , then wash with shampoo again . and see the amazing result.


Hot Oils

Not only a hair straighteners but also a great hair moisturizing method, mix 50 ml extra virgin olive oil with 50 ml coconut oil and heat up in a double boiler until the temperature of oils is around 45 c. to 55 c. massage your hair and scalp with the warm oil then wrap your head with a hot towel and leave it for 30minutes, wash your hair with mild shampoo, you will get a conditioned straight hair for a few days.
Caution : make sure the oil temperature is suitable for your hair and scalp . don't apply if too hot .

Milk with Honey

Milk in known to be a hair smoother and honey will enhance nourishing and will make it more suitable for curly and dry hair.
Add 1 table spoon of pure honey to 200 ml warm milk , stir well and apply to hair , massage thoroughly and leave for 30 minutes , then wash with a gentle shampoo .

Milk & Egg

Mix one egg with two 200 ml cold milk , apply to hair and wait for 10 minutes , cover your hair with a wet towel for 20 minutes and wash with a gentle shampoo .


Egg with olive oil

Olive oil is known to be moisturizing, not mentioning its long list of benefits for hair ,Egg provides nourishment to dry and damaged hair. Yet mixing with olive oil will result in a natural hair moisturizing and straightening mixture.
Mix two eggs whites with two spoons of extra virgin olive oil, use a wooden comb if possible to apply thoroughly on your hair. Leave on for 30 minutes , and then wash out.

Foot bath tip.
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Healthy and happy feet are the key of the comfort of our bodies. All of us spend time in walking, playing sports, standing up or driving our cars all these activities may result in a pain in the foot that can be a nuisance. , other habits may be a plus in adding a burden on our feet, like wearing artificial made socks, high heels etc.

Sweating feet, undesired feet odors, cracked heels, or even feet pain, all these are common problems most of us may experience!, a simple feet bath may result in relaxed feet that will be reflected on our over all well being.


All what you need is Epsom salt, Eucalyptus essential oil

There are many health benefits associated with Epsom salt, It has a power to ease stress, reduces inflammation, relieves pain, muscle cramps, helps with cracked heels and much more.

Eucalyptus oil is also known to have pain relief properties, disinfectant, has anti inflammatory properties And it will create an ultimate spa experience with the sense of aroma.

If possible spread some flower petals ,let float on water to add a fine touch for your visual experience that will improve your mood and let you enjoy your feet bath in a unique way.

Prepare your feet bath.

Use a large tub that suits your feet to comfortably fit in and be adequately covered by water. Fill the tub with warm water. Use enough water to cover the feet and a part of the ankles.

Add 50 grams of Epsom salt to the warm water in the tub, Add 2 ml of Eucalyptus essential oil approx (32 drops) gently stir to thoroughly mix the salts, Eucalyptus and water.

If possible spread some Rose petals( or any flower of your choice) and let float on water to add a fine touch for your visual experience that will improve your mood and let you enjoy your feet bath in a unique way.

Place feet into the tub, let them soak for 15 to 20 minutes in the oil infused salt water. Pat your feet dry and relax.

Mud mask recipe for oily skin
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if you have a problem with oily skin, mud mask may be an answer. A facial mud mask can draw and trap oils and prevent you from the common problems of oily skin, Mud masks are commonly made from natural clay's such as kaolin, which have strong properties of absorption. This clay comes in powder form. When mixed with water, it forms a paste with a smooth and velvety texture. With just a few ingredients, you can make a customized facial mask.

What you will need is:

Kaolin clay powder, sweet almond oil,Lemon or Lemon grass essential oil, and some powdered Chamomile

How to prepare the mud mask?

Place 100 grams of the kaolin powder in the mixing bowl. Add enough water to form a paste, add about 20 ml of sweet almond oil and few drops of lemon essential oil or Lemon grass essential oil ( 8 drops will be fine ) , add one tablespoon of powdered Chamomile , mix all ingredients until a creamy paste is formed .

Add more water if the mixture is too thick or more kaolin powder if too thin. The consistency should be a creamy and velvety that applies smoothly and adheres well to the skin.

Apply the mask evenly to your face and leave it on for 10 to 20 minutes. Rinse the mask off with cool water and towel your face dry& Enjoy.

Mud mask recipe for dry skin.
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Dry skin means lack of natural moisturizers that naturally exist in skin glands,
a facial mud mask for dry skin can nourish and moisturize your skin,
yet the ingredients you use in your mud mask will add a detoxifying cleansing touch & leave your skin healthy and shiny .

You will need green clay powder, pure honey, extra virgin olive oil, geranium essential oil. & powdered green tea

How to prepare the mud mask?

Place 100 grams of the green clay powder in the mixing bowl. Add enough water to form a paste, add about 30 ml of extra virgin olive oil and 16 drops geranium essential, then add 1 tablespoon of pure honey & one tablespoon of powdered green tea, mix all ingredients until an oily creamy paste is formed.

Add more water if the mixture is too thick or more green clay powder if too thin. The consistency should be a creamy and a bit oily that applies smoothly and adheres well to the skin yet more oily than creamy to add extra moisturizing to your dry skin.

Apply the mask evenly to your face and leave it on for 10 to 20 minutes. Rinse the mask off with cool water and towel your face dry, apply extra virgin olive oil on your skin, leave for another 10 minutes then wash with warm water & Enjoy.

Scents That Can Affect Your Mood
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1-Citrus
Citrus scents are good for an energy-boost.
They also can put you in a better mood. An example of some citrus fruits are oranges, grapefruit, lime, clementines, lemon, mandarin, and tangerines.

2-Lavender
Lavender can ” reduce heart rate, lower blood pressure and relieve stress, anxiety and depression”. It also promotes sleep. So if you’ve had a bad day, light up a lavender-scented candle, sit back and relax.

3-Pine, Mint, and Sage
These three scents lift your mood and make you feel more perky.

4-Green Apple, Banana, and Peppermint
These scents can reduce your food cravings. They stimulate the brain and make you feel fuller.

4 Fabulous Coconut Oil Face Mask Recipes For Glowing Skin (Dry Skin Mask, Acne Treatment and Scrub)

1. Coconut Oil Acne Face Wash

1 tablespoon extra virgin coconut oil 1 tsp honey

5 drops of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar

Optional: add a few drops of lavender oil or tea tree oil (can use both) Mix together well and rub on to skin. Wash off afterwards.

2. Coconut Oil Acne Face mask

1 tablespoon honey

1 tablespoon unsweetened yogurt (Greek yogurt is best)

1 tablespoon extra virgin coconut oil

1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder of baking soda

Optionally add lavender and tea tree oil If you have oily skin add a tsp arrowroot and 5 drops of lemon juice

Mix thoroughly and apply to skin. Leave on for ten to twenty minutes then wash off.

3. Coconut Oil Face And Body Scrub

2 tablespoons extra virgin coconut oil

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon carrot or orange juice

Add a little lemon juice for oily skins pinch of salt

Blend and add milk or extra juice if the mixture is too dry then rub gently onto skin in the shower, then wash off.

4. Super Hydrating Coconut Moisture Mask

2 tablespoons extra virgin coconut oil

1 tablespoon honey

1/2 a mashed avocado or egg (well whisked)

Blend these together well and apply to skin. Leave on for 15 minutes then wash off.

Relaxing bath tip !.

After a long week working, busy minded, rush ,daily life details , fast rhythm , you may want to relax and get ready for real value off your weekend.

It won't get you much to go for a different experience turning your bath into a real spa , think it is hard ? No it isn't .

Most of us just go for a warm shower, or lay down in a hot tub, but why don’t we turn it into a real relaxing bath with a few things you can just throw in your tub to make an experience that's a whole lot more relaxing than a tub of plain water ?

All what you need are some natural stuff you may already have at home !, You won't only relax !, you will boost your blood circulation , improve your skin health , and get into a different experience !,... too much to get from just a bath ? actually it won't be just a bath !,give it a try and let us know how was it

Here what you will need :
1 cup powdered oats
1 cups Sea salts
1 cup Epsom salt
few drops Lavender essential oil
2 tablespoons fixed oil such as extra-virgin olive oil, Jojoba oil or coconut oil.

Did you think about candle lights around? Few Red rose petals floating over bath water? Climb in and enjoy!.

FOR ALL HURGHADA RESIDENTS !!!!!!!!

Bath foam with essential oils / Пена для ванны с эфирными маслами.
Almost same info. of shampoo applies except for usage as a bath foam or a shower gel .
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Пена для ванны с эфирными маслами.
Почти такая же информация как и о шампунях за исключением применения, используется в качестве пены для ванны или геля для душа.

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