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Vitamin Infused Sun Damage Serum
For those summer days when your face has been a bit too exposed to the harsh sun and its harmful rays, this serum is full of antioxidant-rich ingredients to get your skin back on track. It utilizes AnnieMak's Restore Vitamin C Serum, which has the highest industry concentration of potent vitamin C you can get, as well as marula seed and pure vitamin E oil to help reverse the damage and restore elastin and collagen production.
Time
5 minutes
Yield
6-8 applications
vegan
Ingredients
- 12 drops of vegetable glycerin
- 9 pumps AnnieMak Restore Vitamin C Serum
- 6 drops of pure vitamin E oil
- 10 drops of marula seed oil
Ingredient Fact: Did you know that vitamin C can work both as sunscreen and as a sundamage reverser?31 That's why a good vitamin C serum such as AnnieMak Restore (which packs an industry-leading 26% vitamin C concentration) is a good thing to have on hand during those sunny summer months!
Directions
To Make:
In a small vial or glass container (sealable), combine all ingredients and gently shake to combine.
To Use:
Shake before each use and pat 5-6 drops onto your clean face and neck before bed.
Storage:
Does not require refrigeration but should be stored in an aritight container.
Natural Healing First Aid Salve
This salve works like a natural antibiotic ointment; chock-full of antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal and overall healing ingredients. Keep a batch around to speed up the healing process and reduce the risk of infection for cuts, scrapes, and most shallow/minor wounds!
Time
20 minutes
Yield
3.5 ounces
vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 TBSP beeswax pellets
- 3 TBSP unrefined coconut oil
- 1 TBSP shea butter
- 2 tsp raw honey
- 1 tsp pure vitamin E oil
- 10 drops of tea tree essential oil
- 10 drops of frankincense essential oil
- 15 drops of lavender essential oil
Ingredient Fact: Because beeswax can form a protective barrier on the skin, and also acts as a humectant (attracting water to the skin) it's common ingredient in many natural lip balms.32 It's also a key ingredient we use in AnnieMak's Renew Eye Cream, helping lock moisture in without clogging your pores.
Directions
To Make:
- In a medium glass mixing bowl carefully sitting over a small/medium saucepan filled halfway with water (double boiler method). Over medium/med-high heat, melt beeswax, coconut oil, shea butter, honey, and vitamin E oil. Stir often, ensuring that every pellet has melted; this can take up to 15 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Whisk mixture while adding in essential oils.
- Immediately pour into a glass jar or container for storage as the outer layers of the salve will begin to harden. To speed up the firming process, place salve in the fridge. Otherwise, leaving it in an area that is 68 degrees or below and dark will firm it up over the course of a few hours. Product can be used without hardening if needed.
To Use:
Apply a small amount of slave onto clean wound, 2-3 times per day.
For best results, gently cleanse the wound with witch hazel first.
Storage:
Can be kept at room temperature but to prolong shelf life and keep its firmest consistency, store in the refrigerator.
Mother Nature's Chemical-free Deodorant
You'll never believe how well this natural, chemical-free deodorant works until you try it for yourself. Cheap, easy, and free of aluminum, parabens, and synthetics, you'll never want to buy your deodorant again. Like most natural recipes that utilize essential oils, you have the freedom to customize your scent based on your preference, the season, or to match your mood!
Time
5-10 minutes
Yield
3 ounces
VEGAN
Ingredients
- 1 TBSP baking soda
- 3 TBSP arrowroot powder
- 1 TBSP unrefined virgin coconut oil, warmed slightly (but not melted)
- ⅛ tsp pure vitamin E oil
- 8-10 drops in total of your favorite essential oils
Ingredient Fact: Loaded with protein and vitamin B9, arrowroot is a common ingredient in many natural skincare products, including deodorants, dry shampoos, baby powders, and even homemade makeup.33
Directions
To Make:
- In a small bowl, mix baking soda and arrowroot powder to combine. Stir in lightly warmed coconut oil (not melted). Mix very well, until a smooth consistency is reached.
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Add essential oil.
Example Combinations:
- Rosemary + peppermint + lemon
- Grapefruit + ylang ylang
- Bergamot + lime
- Jasmine + chamomile
- Tea tree + lavender
- Transfer to an airtight jar (although it does remain stable if exposed for quite a while.)
To Use:
Apply a small amount of slave onto clean wound, 2-3 times per day.
For best results, gently cleanse the wound with witch hazel first.
Storage:
Can be kept at room temperature but to prolong shelf life and keep its firmest consistency, store in the refrigerator.
