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Scrub: Potting Soil Mineral Body Scrub

Source of Recipe

Millicent Curtis


List of Ingredients

5 cups potting soil - see Notes, below
1 cup powdered milk
1 cup baby oil
3-4 drops scented Egyptian musk oil
3/4 cup witch hazel
2 cups prepared green tea



Recipe

In a gallon-sized plastic sealable bag, shake together potting soil and powdered milk.
-Pour oils into bag and shake to coat.
-Pour witch hazel into bag and shake to coat.
-Slowly knead in tea. Mixture will be a thick, pasty consistency.
-Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before using.
-Smooth mixture over clean, moist skin and gently rub in to exfoliate.
-Rinse and wash with a mild soap and water.

Notes: Choose an organic potting soil, such as one made from pine or cedar mulch. The potting soil consist of minerals that are good for skin rejuvenation. All of the ingredients can usually be purchased at a Dollar Store, making this an inexpensive luxury.