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Many conventional perfumes contain a lot of chemicals that do not have to be listed on the label, such as synthetic fragrances which contain chemicals like phthalates to help prolong the scent on the skin, parabens, benzyl acetate, benzyl alcohol, acetone, linalool, ethanol, ethyl acetate, benzaldehyde, camphor, formaldehyde, and many more. Instead, you can make your own perfume with a simple base of either a high proof (190 proof) grain alcohol or a carrier oil such as jojoba oil, sweet almond oil, or fractionated coconut oil, which hold the scents really well. This recipe below is for a 20 mL roller or 30 mL spray bottle and is a 2.5% to 3% dilution. Please be cautious when using photosensitive essential oils. RECIPE: ⚘️ 4 drops Neroli essential oil ⚘️ 4 drops Jasmine essential oil ⚘️ 4 drops Geranium essential oil ⚘️ 4 drops Ylang Ylang essential oil ⚘️ 2 drops Patchouli essential oil ⚘️ 190 proof organic gluten-free grain alcohol or vodka (or a carrier oil if making a roll-on perfume) ⚘️ 30 mL amber glass perfume spray bottle To Make: 1. Add the essential oils to the perfume bottle, starting with the base notes, then the mid tones, and finishing with the top notes. For this recipe, start by adding the Patchouli and Ylang Ylang base note oils, then move to the mid notes of Geranium and Jasmine, and finish with the top notes of Neroli. 2. Allow the scents to sit for 24 to 48 hours to meld and blend together. Keep the perfume stored in a cool, dark, dry place during this time, away from sunlight. 3. After 24 hours, smell the blend and adjust the scent by adding more drops of a specific oil if needed. 4. Once satisfied with the blend, fill the bottle with a high proof (190 proof) alcohol. If you choose to make a roll-on perfume, fill the bottle with a carrier oil. 5. Before each use, gently shake the perfume bottle and apply the onto to your pulse points on your body. 6. To help extend the life of the perfume, keep the bottles out of the bathroom, and make sure to apply the perfume to the right places; pulse points are the best spots to make it last (due to the warmth of your blood). #homemade #perfume #recipe #essentialoils #naturalperfume #perfumelovers

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How to make a homemade leave-in hair conditioner to help moisturise and detangle hair. Use this homemade leave-in conditioner just as you would any store-bought leave-in conditioner. Just spray the conditioner generously onto hair strands, let it sit for a couple of minutes (to work its conditioning magic), then comb the product through the hair. I recommend using a wet brush or comb to evenly distribute the conditioner throughout the hair. RECIPE: 🌿 1/4 tsp vegetable glycerin 🌿 1 tbsp aloe vera gel 🌿 1/4 tsp jojoba oil 🌿 1 tbsp full-fat coconut milk 🌿 1/4 cup distilled water 🌿 10 drops rosemary essential oil (or if using on a child, opt for essential oils that are safe for use on children) 🌿 4-ounce glass spray bottle To Make: 1. In a small blender, add the glycerin, aloe vera gel, coconut milk, water, vitamin E oil, and essential oil, and blend for approximately 5 to 10 seconds to combine. 2. Pour the mixture into a 4-ounce glass spray bottle, then cap the lid on tightly. 3. Store this natural leave-in hair conditioner in the refrigerator for up to one week. Shake the bottle before each use as the ingredients may separate. 4. Use as you would a normal leave-in conditioner. Simply spray the hair generously with the leave-in conditioner. Allow the product to sit on the hair for a couple of minutes, then brush it through with a wet brush or comb to coat each hair strand. Please note that rosemary essential oil is NOT recommended for children under 10 years of age. #leaveinconditioner #hairconditioner #recipe #natural #haircare #leaveinhairtreatment #naturalhaircare

How to make a natural homemade body wash that is moisturising for the skin, using just four simple ingredients. Many of the personal care products that we use on a regularly basis to keep our bodies clean can actually be causing us more harm than good. Most of the body washes available at the supermarket contain chemicals such as parabens, BPA, triclosan, benzophenone-3, artificial dyes, phthalates, synthetic fragrances, sodium laureth sulfate (SLES), sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), and Cocamidopropyl betaine (which are very common foaming agents), propylene glycol, DMDM hydantoin (an antimicrobial), and more. RECIPE: 🌼 1/3 cup liquid castile soap 🌼 1/3 cup raw honey 🌼 1/3 cup carrier oil (I use fractionated coconut oil) 🌼 30 drops essential oil (optional) 🌼 Foaming soap dispenser To Make: 1. Pour all the ingredients into the (preferably glass) bottle of the soap dispenser you’ll be using. 2. Stir the ingredients together slowly to avoid them bubbling up too much. Once the ingredients have incorporated together, top off the bottle with some water, then cap the lid on tightly and gently shake to combine. 3. Use as you would a normal body wash. This wash will keep for up to three months at room temperature. Shake well before each use as the ingredients can separate. I use this homemade body wash with a natural sea sponge or loofah for easy use. The full recipe can also be found on my website 🍃 simplynaturalnessa.com/homemade-body-wash

Homemade coconut wax candles made using a blend of coconut wax and soy wax 🌿 For the full recipe, see my website 🍃 simplynaturalnessa.com/coconut-wax-candles