Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Homemade Calamine Lotion

courtesy of Frugally Sustainable



Ingredients:

-1 tablespoon sea salt
-1 tablespoon baking soda
-1 tablespoon bentonite clay
-15 drops essential oils (use one or a combination of lavender, geranium, chamomile, yarrow, peppermint, and tea tree)
-enough water to form a paste ( I personally always used distilled) 



1. In a small glass or ceramic bowl, combine all of the dry ingredients.
2. Slowly mix in the water until a smooth paste forms, then add the essential oils.
3. Use as you would calamine lotion and apply directly to affected area.
Note: Because of the water content, I’d estimate this lotion to keep refrigerated for 3-5 days. Your best bet is to keep a small glass jar of the dry ingredients pre-mixed, spoon a small amount into your hand, and make a paste with the liquids as needed.
simple.non-toxic.homemade.goodness.
Looking for ingredients? Mountain Rose Herbs carries the sea saltbentonite clay, andessential oils you will need.



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