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200 Tips, Techniques & Recipes for Natural Beauty 200 Tips, Techniques & Recipes for Natural Beauty Shannon Buck Fair Winds Press 100 Cummings Center, Suite 406L Beverly, MA 01915 (cid:21)(cid:16)(cid:24)(cid:30)(cid:35)(cid:24)(cid:27)(cid:19)(cid:31)(cid:29)(cid:30)(cid:20)(cid:31)(cid:31)(cid:3)(cid:18)(cid:28)(cid:26)(cid:1)(cid:37)(cid:1)(cid:17)(cid:28)(cid:19)(cid:36)(cid:26)(cid:24)(cid:27)(cid:19)(cid:17)(cid:20)(cid:16)(cid:33)(cid:32)(cid:36)(cid:23)(cid:20)(cid:16)(cid:25)(cid:32)(cid:23)(cid:3)(cid:18)(cid:28)(cid:26) Note from the Publisher: A QUARTO BOOK The information in this book is not intended to treat, cure, Copyright © 2014 Quarto Inc. prevent, or diagnose any disease or condition, nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. It is not intended to replace First published in the USA in 2014 by the advice of a physician or medical practitioner. Please see Fair Winds Press, a member of your health care provider before beginning any new health Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc. program. None of the statements in this book has been 100 Cummings Center evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The Suite 406-L publisher does not take responsibility for your experience in Beverly, MA 01915-6101 using any of them. All recipes, suggestions, and descriptions www.fairwindspress.com are for educational purposes only. Visit www.bodymindbeautyhealth.com. It’s your personal guide to a happy, healthy, and extraordinary life! All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced or utilized, in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, without prior permission in writing from the publisher. 18 17 16 15 14 1 2 3 4 5 ISBN: 978-1-59233-654-8 Digital edition published in 2014 eISBN: 978-1-62788-222-4 Library of Congress Cataloging-in- Publication Data available Conceived, designed, and produced by Quarto Publishing plc The Old Brewery, 6 Blundell Street London N7 9BH QUAR.HBT Project editor: Lily de Gatacre Art editor and designer: Julie Francis Copy editor: Caroline West Photographer: Simon Pask Illustrators: Tracy Turnball and Juliet Percival Design assistant: Martina Calvio Proofreader: Claudia Martin Indexer: Helen Snaith Art director: Caroline Guest Creative director: Moira Clinch Publisher: Paul Carslake Color separation in Singapore by Pica Digital Pte Limited Printed in China by 1010 Printing Limited contents 4 Foreword 6 FABULOUS FACIAL CARE 72 About this Book 7 Facial Cleansers 74 1 Twelve of the Best Facial Cleansers 76 SELECTING INGREDIENTS 8 Facial Scrubs and Exfoliators 80 Buying Natural Ingredients 10 Six of the Best Facial Scrubs and Exfoliators 82 Safety and Patch Testing 11 Face Masks 84 Natural Butters 12 Six of the Best Face Masks 86 Clays 14 Facial Steams 88 Sugars and Salts 16 Facial Toners 90 Waxes, Thickeners, and Emulsifiers 18 Three of the Best Facial Toners 91 Liquid Carrier Oils 20 Facial Moisturizers 92 Herb-Infused Carrier Oils 26 Five of the Best Facial Moisturizers 94 Essential Oils 28 Eye Care 96 Floral Waters 38 Six of the Best Eye-Care Products 98 Herbs 40 Lip Care 100 2 Three of the Best Lip-Care Treatments 101 5 TOOLS AND SUPPLIES 42 CONDITIONING BODY CARE 102 Essential Kitchen Equipment 44 Safety and Sanitation 47 Body Cleansers 104 Eco-Friendly Containers and Packaging 48 Four of the Best Body Cleansers 106 3Creating Labels and Gift-Giving 50 Body Scrubs 108 Three of the Best Body Scrubs 109 NATURALLY LUSTROUS HAIR 52 Body Moisturizers 110 Five of the Best Body Moisturizers 112 Natural Hair Treatments 54 Bathtub Treatments 114 Hair Cleansers 58 Eight of the Best Bathtub Treatments 116 Six of the Best Hair Cleansers 60 Underarm Deodorants 118 Hair Conditioners 62 Four of the Best Natural Deodorants 119 Twelve of the Best Hair Conditioners 64 Manicures and Pedicures 120 Herbal Hair Rinses 68 Six of the Best Mani/Pedi Treatments 124 Eight of the Best Herbal Hair Rinses 70 6 PERFUMES AND AROMATHERAPY 126 Perfumes and Aromatherapy 128 Eight of the Best Aromatherapy Blends 136 Resources 138 Index 139 Credits 144 Foreword About this Book I became interested in In the pages of this book you’ll find more than 200 expert natural beauty in my mid- tips, hints, recipes, and problem-solving solutions that make creating customized natural and organic beauty products in twenties, developing my own your own kitchen easy and enjoyable. The book is divided formulas in my kitchen, and into six chapters covering everything from hair care to finding them significantly pedicures so you can pamper yourself from head to toe. more effective than the high- 1 priced products that I would waste my money on Selecting Ingredients pages 8–41 during high school and college. I still can’t believe In this chapter is all you need to know about the natural ingredients that will be at the heart of your beauty products. From that I used to shell out good money on all the hyped- sugars and salts to fl oral waters and decadent essential oils, you’ll up and ineffective wrinkle-erasing, lip-plumping, fi nd information on sourcing and storing your organic ingredients as well as wonderful ideas for how to use them. pore-reducing, chemical-containing conventional 2 beauty potions with extravagant labels and outrageous price tags. Tools and Supplies pages 42–51 Almost everything you need to get started is right in your kitchen When my son was a baby, he had extremely already and this chapter will guide you through selecting the right sensitive skin and was prone to severe eczema and tools and equipment, as well as giving you crucial tips on safety rashes. After some research into essential oils and and sanitation. Learn how to select eco-friendly packaging for your fi nished products and get some ideas for how to package your herbal medicine, and using only the restorative creations to make gorgeous gifts. powers of natural ingredients, I developed formulas 3 that worked wonders for my baby’s precious skin. Naturally Lustrous Hair pages 52–71 I am a professionally trained herbalist and studied Whether your hair is long or short, dry or oily, straight or curly, Aromatherapy & Essential Oils at Bastyr University. I you’ll fi nd great tips and luxurious recipes here to cleanse and condition your hair like never before. also teach an introductory course on Aromatherapy 4 and Essential Oils, and in 2011, I launched a beauty blog called FreshPickedBeauty.com where I create Fabulous Facial Care pages 72–101 Every aspect of facial care is covered in this chapter, from toners step-by-step tutorials for creating your own natural and moisturizers, scrubs and masks, to specialist eye and lip care. skincare recipes. My blog has turned out to be quite These tips and recipes will leave your complexion blemish-free, popular and is visited by thousands of fantastic folks hydrated, and radiant. 5 from around the world every day. I know you, too, will take pleasure in discovering Conditioning Body Care pages 102–125 the fun of formulating your very own natural beauty Pamper your whole body with the treatments in this chapter: soak your cares away in an indulgent bath tea, create your own natural recipes. Green blessings! deodorant, and treat yourself to the perfect pedicure. 6 Shannon Buck Perfumes and Aromatherapy pages 126–137 Enter the intoxicating world of aromatherapy and discover how to blend essential oils to treat your body and your home, with perfumes, massage oils, and air diffusers. The Best Recipes Here you’ll fi nd the author’s top recommendations for wonderful products for you to make at home, complete with ingredients list, skin-type recommendations, and usage advice. 698 Fabulous Facual Care Six of the Best Eye-Care Products 99 Recipes: Six of the Best Eye-Care Products 170 171 Daily Revitalizing Eye Cream Age-Defense Rich Makes 1 ounce Eye Balm 167 168 169 Best for all skin types Makes 1 ounce Best for all skin types Basic Eye Cream Basic Eye Serum Basic Eye Balm Dcaanil yh eulspe t oof v tihsiisb lrye vreitdauliczein tgh ee ye cream The trio of plant-infused oils in this Makes 1 ounce Makes 1⁄2 ounce Makes 1 ounce appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. eye balm helps to repair, moisturize, Best for all skin types Best for all skin types Best for all skin types This product is enhanced with ultra-rich and protect the delicate eye area. avocado oil, which is high in the Tmhoisis qtuuriiczkinlyg ainbgsorerbdeiedn ftos rsmuuchla a cso onltiavien so il Panodm degeerapnlya tpee sneeetrda otiinl gis o ail stphlaetn idsi d Are sdmucoeo tthhein vgi seiybele b sailgmn sth oaft a cgainn gh ealrpo und vitamins A, B1, B2, D, and E. 1 toeialspoon calendula-infused carrier 172 and shea butter, meaning that it glides amazing for the skin. It intensely the eyes. Calendula-infused oil is 1 tablespoon rose floral water 1 teaspoon plantain-infused carrier oil on easily to hydrate the delicate under- nourishes the outer epidermal layer wonderful for dry and damaged skin. 2 teaspoons vegetable glycerin 3 teaspoons marshmallow-infused Fortifying & Soothing eye area. and delivers potent antioxidant 1⁄2 teaspoon avocado oil carrier oil Eye Serum benefits. 5 teaspoons calendula-infused hemp 1⁄2 teaspoon evening primrose oil 1 teaspoon finely grated beeswax 1 tablespoon distilled water seed oil 1teaspooncocoabutter 10dropsvitaminEoil 2 teaspoons vegetable glycerin 2 teaspoons pomegranate seed oil 1 teaspoon finely grated beeswax 13⁄ 4t eteaaspspoooonn s heextar ab uvitrtgeirn olive oil 96 12 tderFaoaspbpsuo lHoounesl ijFcoahjcoriyabsla Cu oamriel essential oil 120 d droroppss r ovsitea mesinse En toiaill oil Eye Care 97 1 teaspoon liquid lecithin 1⁄2 teaspoon emulsifying wax NF 1. Place all of the ingredients into 1. 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Use within 3 months. be taken to avoid irritation. and place in a second saucepan containing a few inches of simmering water. To use: Apply to the eye area, following the 1. Cleanse and tone your skin 3. When both mixtures reach a temperature steps on page 97. as required. of 160°F (71°C), remove them from the heat. 2. Using a clean cotton swab, 4. Carefully pour the oil mixture into a retrieve a small amount of the heatproof mixing bowl and begin mixing product from the container and with a handheld mixer set on medium place on your ring ringer. Gently speed. Carefully add the distilled water and dab it onto the skin underneath glycerin mixture, and continue to mix for a and around your eyes. further 5 minutes. 3. Very gently apply the product 5. Pour the eye cream into a small, with a light pressure around the sanitized container and allow to cool eye area until it is absorbed. completely. Store in the refrigerator and 4. Avoid getting any of the use within 15 days. • M ake an herbal infusion by combining product in your eyes. 2 tablespoons of boiling water with a To use: Apply to the eye area, following the teaspoon each of dried chamomile steps on page 97. flowers, fennel seed, and lavender Eye Care buds. Once the liquid has cooled to room temperature, squeeze the liquid from the herbs and add an ice cube to The tender skin near your eye is very delicate and thin. Care TRY IT cinhfiulls. iDonip a an dco atptopnly p taod t ihnet oe ythee a crehail lfeodr must be taken to nourish this area of the face with gentle Dip two clean cotton pads into some rose 10 minutes. Repeat if desired. botanicals and plant oils. Many natural ingredients work to wFraeteezre a tnhde pblaagc efo inr 1a0 s mmianlul tmese.s Ahp bpalgy .t he • Y weosr,k c thoil plerde vceunctu pmubffeinr esslisc!e As prepalyll yth deom 165 166 hpeulfpfi nseosftse. nH tahren easpsp tehaer apnocwee or fo df aarnkt icoirxcildeasn at-nrdic hre odiulsc eto fdreo-zpeunf fb aangd t os ocolothseed. eyes for 5 minutes to • tF aorne dteh zAeel o eaey e mv eaixrrtaeu agr eefo lo rif nu r poo nsteoe wo10fa ttmheerin utes. BWheeanu atpipfulylin bg raon weyse treatment, don’t KFoer ethpe ilnongg eits t csoheolfl-life possible, store hydrate the eye area, as well as reduce the appearance of compartments of an ice-cube tray. forget about your eyebrows. Just like your products in the refrigerator. As an fine lines and wrinkles. 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Using your fi ngertips to handle a soothe, calm, and firm, as well as to help prevent the signs of aging. Eye balms help to protect the skin barrier product can quickly introduce bacteria reduce the signs of aging around the and to reduce the appearance of fine and germs to the product. To avoid delicate eye area. lines and wrinkles. Essential oils are this, use a clean cotton swab instead. (cid:2) Dried chamomile fl owers added in small amounts, at around 0.5%. and fennel seeds are great in herbal infusions. Tips Try Its Fix Its From advice on selecting Try something new, These pop up throughout and storing ingredients, to discover a quick fi x to a the book and offer great making and customizing beauty bother, or learn a problem-solving hints to treatments and the best new time- or money- help you avoid common way to apply products to saving trick with these pitfalls or repair products your skin, the book is full useful panels, which that have gone wrong. of expert tips and advice to appear in every chapter. give you guidance and inspiration. 1 Selecting Ingredients Store-bought beauty products are often laden with synthetic ingredients, fake fragrances, unnatural fillers, and irritating chemicals. The best thing about creating your own beauty products is that you can know exactly what you’re putting on your skin and feel confident that it is nourishing and pure. At the very heart of your handmade beauty products will be the natural, organic, and wild-harvested ingredients that you select. This chapter will guide you through choosing and using the absolute best ingredients that Mother Nature has to offer.

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