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6 oz. distilled water
3 oz. sweet almond oil (other expellier expressed oils may be
substituted)
1 oz. beeswax
1/4 t. borax

Clean surfaces to be used with bleach water and wear gloves
while preparing this lotion to keep the process as clean as
possible.  Soak all pans, utensils, and containers in a clean
sink or pan with a 5% bleach solution for 15 minutes.  Let
them air dry.  You need two pans.  In the first pan, measure
out the beeswax and oil.  In the second, measure out the water. 
Heat the oil and beeswax in the first pan on low heat until the
beeswax is melted.  Heat the water in the second pan and add
the borax, stirring until the borax is dissolved.  Remove
both pans from the heat.  They should be the same temperature,
about 100 - 120 degrees.  Slowly add the water mixture to the
oil mixture, whisking or using a hand beater all the while. 
Once it emulsifies, add 2 vitamin E capsules and fragrance,
if desired.  If using lavender essential oil, add 20 drops
and mix thoroughly.  Pour into bottle and cover when cooled. 

Since this recipe does not contain a preservative, it must
be kept in the refrigerator and must be used within 2 weeks.
Water is an invitation to microbial growth and the resulting
danger should not be underestimated.
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