Calming Chamomile Lotion
Ladies and gents, let me introduce you to the Rolls Royce of nighttime lotions, the kind of stuff that dreams are literally made of. This isn't just a lotion, it's a trip to the land of Nod, escorted by triple chamomile magic. Yes, you heard right, not one, not two, but THREE types of chamomile: hydrosol, Roman essential oil, and German essential oil. It's like the United Nations of calming herbs!
Slather this luxurious lotion over your chest, neck, and décolleté, and give your temples a good old rub while you're at it. Breathe deeply, think happy thoughts, and let this magic potion soothe your frazzled nerves and calm your weary soul. Who needs a lullaby when you've got this?
Now, a word of advice: this beauty doesn’t contain preservatives (because who needs them?), so store it in the fridge and use it within three weeks. It's like a fancy dessert, but for your skin. Goodnight, sleep tight, and don't let the bed bugs bite!
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Calming Chamomile Lotion
makes about 4 ounces
5 teaspoons sweet almond oil
1/2 teaspoon vegetable glycerin
1/2 teaspoon stearic acid
2 heaping teaspoons emulsifying wax NF
1/3 cup chamomile hydrosol
1/2 teaspoon vitamin E oil
10 drops Roman chamomile essential oil
5 drops German chamomile essential oil
Measure the sweet almond oil, vegetable glycerin, stearic acid and
emulsifying wax into a glass measuring cup and sit this in a saucepan
containing a few inches of simmering water. Stirring occasionally, until
everything has melted and the temperature reaches about 160 degrees F.
Measure the chamomile hydrosol into
another glass measuring cup, sit this in a saucepan of simmering water, and
heat to a temperature of about 160 degrees F.
Carefully remove both measuring cups
from the simmering water. Pour the oil and wax mixture carefully into a
heatproof mixing bowl and mix with a hand-held mixer set on medium speed.
Carefully add the hydrosol and mix for a further 5 minutes. Add in the vitamin
E and both essential oils and mix for a few more minutes.
This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. This information is for educational purposes only and may not be complete, nor may its data be accurate. As with all herbs, Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. I am an affiliate with Mountain Rose Herbs,please review my disclosure page for details.. Avoid use unless discussed with your physician. This information is for educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition or disease. Green Blessings!!!