Recipes of the Day: Summer Helpers

Ah, summer...warmer temperatures and time spent outdoors, playing in the sun. And with all that, sunburn, bug bites and the bumps and bruises of playtime. Maybe it's time to have a few helpful remedies* on hand for these irritations of summer. You don't need to run to the local pharmacy; here are some recipes that you can easily make at home.

After-Sun Soother
1 oz Aloe Vera gel
1 oz Lavender hydrosol
1 oz Roman Chamomile hydrosol
10 drops Lavender essential oil
2 drops peppermint essential oil

Combine and shake well before using. Especially refreshing if kept in the refrigerator.

Bruise & Boo-boo Balm
2 oz beeswax
1 oz cocoa or shea butter
1 oz of arnica or comfrey infused jojoba oil
3 drops Lavender essential oil
3 drops Tea tree essential oil
3 drops Calendula essential oil
4 drops of Vitamin E

Melt beeswax and butter in a double boiler. Blend in the oil and essential oils and Vitamin e.
Pour into jar or tin and let completely cool.

Bug Bite Soother
Try a paste of baking soda and water to soothe the itch. Alternately, crush (or chew) plantain leaves and apply directly to the bite.

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