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Skin Freshener/Soother

 

Add pulp-free aloe vera juice to water in a spray bottle and spritz arms, legs, back and face.

 

Skin Astringents

 

Option 1:

 

Lettuce leaves

Water

 

Boil green lettuce leaves for 10 minutes in enough water to cover. Let cool and strain.

 

Option 2:

 

Vodka

Strong chamomile or mint tea

 

Mix 1 part vodka with 9 parts strong chamomile or mint tea.

 

Option 3:

 

b (sic) cup pure water

2 tablespoons vodka

¾ cup borax

 

Combine ingredients in a blender until borax is dissolved.

 

Option 4:

 

¼ cup lemon juice

¼ cup lime juice

¼ cup pure water

c (sic) cup vodka

 

Blend ingredients. Strain to remove pulp.

 

Deodorant

 

Pat baking soda under arms after showering. Skin should be slightly damp, but not wet. If too abrasive, mix with cornstarch or white clay.

 

Talcum Powder

 

Use cornstarch, rice starch or oat flour on skin.

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