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Grapefruit/Peppermint and Marula oil Lip Balm…

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This lip balm is fast becoming a firm favourite with friends. It is quite hard, so next time I may add a little more Marula oil to soften it a little. Yet, one friend said that she enjoyed it being hard as it is still very moisturising and a little goes a long way. The peppermint Essential oil gives the balm a slight tingle on ones lips, which is not unpleasant.

This recipe was taken from a you tube presentation by mountain Herbs and then adapted for our south African climate and oils that are more local. The following recipe makes 50ml, which we placed into 5 little 10ml balm tubs. Please note that we sell this lip balm if you do not wish to make your own.

Grapefruit and Peppermint Lip Balm

  • 16ml Beeswax
  • 33ml Marula oil
  • 20 drops Grapefruit pure essential oil
  • 8 drops Lime pure essential oil
  • 2 drops Peppermint pure essential oil
  • Place beeswax in a double boiler (for such small quantities i used a small glass jar placed into a small pot of gently bubbling hot water).
  • Add Marula oil once the wax is all melted. The wax will harden when it comes into contact with the colder oil. Keep it in the hot water and gently stir until it is all melted again.
  • Take off the heat and stir in the essential oils.
  • Decant into the containers of your choice.

Dark spots on your face?…Bothered by pigmentation?…what natural remedies are out there?…

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Here is one suggested remedy that we can help you with:-

Eucalyptus Essential Oil and Jojoba Oil

According to Ann Worwood, author of “The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy,” a mixture of eucalyptus essential oil and jojoba oil can be used to help get rid of pigmentation and dark spots on the face. Combine ½ tsp. eucalyptus essential oil with 4 tsp. jojoba oil in a small bottle or container and shake to combine. Gently massage a small amount of the mixture onto the affected area and leave it on for 30 minutes before rinsing with clean water and washing with a mild cleanser. This treatment can be repeated daily unless it bothers your skin, and unused portions of the mixture can be stored in a dark, dry place for 30 days.

Lavender and orange essential oils can be safely used with children…? Here’s how…

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In this very short you tube presentation, sundae explains why only these oils are safe enough for little children. (A spray recipe follows below the video)

 

 

Calming aromatherapy room spray for kids. 

200ml spray bottle

10ml vodka/rice vinegar to help the oils mix with the water.

10 drops lavender pure essential oils

10 drops sweet orange pure essential oils

5 drops bergamot

Lavender or sweet orange hydrosol (or you can use distilled water)

Pour the vodka/rice vinegar into the bottle

Add the essential oils and gently mix together

Add the hydrosol or distilled water

Screw the spray nozzle on, shake well and spray.

At Last…The birthday draw has taken place…

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A very big thank you to Shaun Standeaven for doing the draw.

Congratulations to: Hannah Lee Kaiser who is our winner from the Shongweni Farmers Market.

Nayna Mistry from Polokwane who is our winner from ordering via the web.

Do you struggle with headaches?… Try this essential oil remedy to help…

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In this you tube video, Amanda Crawford explains how to blend lavender, rosemary, eucalyptus and peppermint pure essential oils together to make an excellent all round headache reliever.

Please be advised to put the oils into a base oil such as grapeseed oil or sweet almond oil as the pure essential oils alone will burn your skin. For the 60 drops of oil that she describes, you will need a dark bottle with 30 ml carrier oil (Grapeseed/sweet almond) to which you will add the essential oils.

Using pure essential oils in the kitchen…? Here are a few tips…

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  • When washing out the fridge, freezer or oven, add 1 drop of lemon pure essential oil to the final rinse water. This deodorizes without permeating the appliance with an aroma.
  • When washing down surfaces, use one of the following:- eucalyptus, lavender, lemon or thyme pure essential oil. 1 drop directly onto the cloth or 7 drops in the rinse water. Use this to wipe down work surfaces, cupboards, sinks, tiles or paintwork.

Our birthday month is coming to an end…do you stand a chance of receiving one of our Home care kits?

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The month of March has been our birthday month and we have shared the joy with you. Any purchases made by you during this month have gone into a draw and the person whose name is randomly chosen on 31st March will receive our home care kit to the value of R128.00.

One person who has bought products from the Shongweni market and one person who has bought products via our web address, will receive a kit. The Shongweni draw will take place on Saturday 31 March at 10am. Christine Standeaven, the manager of the market will do the draw. The draw for the web customers will take place at the same time.

We will post the results on our website.

What kinds of bacteria are found on toilet seats…especially busy public toilets…

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People who are germ-conscious often become even more cautious when using public facilities–especially when sitting on a toilet seat. Bacteria does reside on toilet seats, but the dangers of getting an infection from a toilet seat are less than one might think.

Types of Bacteria

  • Streptococcus is one type of bacteria that is found on toilet seats. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, streptococcus A strains are found in the throat and skin and can cause strep throat and impetigo, a common skin infection that primarily affects children.

Other Types

  • Staphylococcus is another bacteria that lurks on toilet seats. Strains of this bacteria are known to cause skin infections including boils, impetigo and cellulitis. E. Coli and shigella are two other types of bacteria that can be found on toilet seats.

Function

  • Bacteria on toilet seats tend to die relatively quickly, according to Webmd.com: What Can You Catch in Restrooms? People with healthy immune systems do not usually have to worry about getting diseases from toilet seats as long as they wash their hands.

Considerations

  • Bacteria such as E. Coli that reside inside the toilet pose a greater risk than bacteria found on the surface of a toilet seat. Bacteria from the inside of the toilet pose the greatest risk when the toilet is flushed as they are present in the water that sprays out, and can be easily inhaled. Bacteria is also found underneath the toilet seat.

Warning

  • Individuals with lesions or sores on their buttocks may be more susceptible to bacterial infections from a toilet seat.

Thanks to Rick Suttle for this information (eHow contributor)

EHP has a toilet seat sanitizer containing essential oils with bacteria busters. Ask us for more information.

Tea Tree and Thyme complete the basic care kit…

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Tea Tree: This a strong antiseptic oil which is non-poisonous to humans.It also has strong anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. It is very useful for a range of conditions from ringworm to athlete’s foot.

 

 

Thyme: This oil has anti-viral, antibiotic and antiseptic properties and must be used with great care. Over-use of this oil can stimulate the thyroid gland and lymphatic system. Even with this strong warning, it is a vital oil in the basic care kit because of its strong anti-viral properties. When flu is doing the rounds it is an excellent oil to burner in the room diffuser. It helps in the elimination of toxic wastes from the body. It is also excellent at discouraging parasites and insects from invading your home.