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Aloe and Calendula Cleansing Lotion

2 Tbs. aloe vera gel
1 Tbs. strong calendula or chamomile tea
4 Tbs. avocado, sweet almond, castor or grape seed oil
1 Tbs. beeswax
¼ tsp. borax
50,000 IU?s Vitamin A (capsules)
5 drops essential oil of carrot seed, sandalwood, marjoram, or geranium
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Melt together oil and beeswax in small pan or double boiler. Warm the tea and aloe vera gel in another pan and stir in borax until borax is dissolved. Remove both pans from heat and slowly pour the herbal mixture into the wax/oil pan, beating steadily with your whisk until cool, hick, and smooth. Pierce the vitamin A capsules and squeeze contents into lotion. Add essential oil. Blend completely one more time before storing. Use about 2 tsp. per application. Use within 30 days or refrigerate.
To use: Moisten face and throat with a warm, moist washcloth or splashes of water. Next apply a small amount of cleansing cream using the pads of your fingers, with upward, circular strokes covering entire face. Now, gently remove cleanser with a moistened washcloth, then splash your face several times with clean, warm water. Pat dry.

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