Super Silky Lotion

This is a super silky, hydrating lotion. Caution: when it goes on it looks very shiny (which is why I've hesitated on posting this) BUT it soaks in rather quickly and the shine goes away. This is a wonderful lotion I've been making for quite awhile and our whole family loves it. I was able to order all these items from Amazon, so that's an option if you can't find them locally.

Super Silky Lotion
by Amanda @ Natural and Organic Lifestyle

1/2 cup organic coconut oil
1/2 cup organic grapeseed oil
1 cup raw organic shea butter
Optional: Essential oil for fragrance, I use about 10 drops

Mix all ingredients together in a blender. Store in an airtight container. Makes 2 cups.
Slather on =)

Homemade baby powder

Commercial baby powders are laden with ingredients that are not good for your baby. Talc is toxic. It's closely related to asbestos. If inhaled it can cause numerous problems in your lungs. It is also linked to ovarian cancer when used in that area on females. The particles can move through the reproductive organs and imbed itself in the ovaries. Since the early 80's, several thousand infants every year have died from accidental inhalation of talcum powder.

I'm baffled as to why they need these ingredients when cornstarch itself makes a wonderful baby powder. Simply putting cornstarch in a shaker and sprinkling on baby does the job. Or try the recipe below for a great diaper rash reliever and preventer.


Cornstarch Baby Powder
1/4 cup organic corn starch
2 tb powdered chamomile (If you can't find powdered, grind it up in a spice grinder)

Mix together and keep in a sealed shaker bottle on your changing table.
It's as easy as that!




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Avocado and Banana Hair Mask

This hair mask is wonderful for dry hair. This will make your hair super soft! Repeat once a month or so. I suggest doing this at night, your hair will be a little oily immediately after. So doing it at night makes it so you can shampoo it in the morning before heading out for the day.

1/2 ripe banana
1/2 ripe avocado
1 tsp olive oil
a few drops of an essential oil you like (optional, but makes it smell nice)

Mash banana and avocado real smooth, a blender would do a great job. Stir in oils. Wash your hair and towel dry. Work hair mask all through your hair and then put a shower cap on. Leave mask on for atleast 15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly. I suggest putting a paper towel or wash cloth over the drain to catch the "chunks".

Pumpkin facial mask

'Tis the season to get some pumpkin and rub it all over your face =) No really...pumpkin is full of antioxidants and exfoliating properties. So whip up this mask, spread it on your face, and sip a Pumpkin Pie Latte while you wait!

Pumpkin Mask
4 TB pureed organic pumpkin
1 egg
Optional:
2 ts almond milk and 1 ts honey (for dry skin)
2 ts apple cider vinegar (for oily skin)

Whisk ingredients together until well blended. Cleanse your face. Steam if you have time. Spread mask evenly over your face. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly. Moisturize.

Quick Facial

This is the first entry for some great make-at-home beauty treatments! They are easy, and all natural ingredients! Here is a 3 step quick facial with some easy ingredients you probably already have!

1. Steam- Boil water and place into a large bowl. With a towel over your head, place your face 6 inches or so from the water. Hold there for 30 seconds. Take a break. Repeat. Take a break. Repeat. You will steam for a total of 3 times.

2. Exfoliate -  In a bowl, mix together fine cornmeal and a little water so it's paste like consistency. Scrub your face gently with the mixture and rinse thoroughly.

3. Moisturizing Mask - In a bowl, mix together one egg white and a tablespoon of plain yogurt. Spread all over your face, avoiding your eyes. Leave on for 5-10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly, finishing with a splash of cold water to close pores.

That's it! So easy and your face will feel great!