Do It Yourself! —
Herb DIYs
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Items Needed
Olive oil melt-and-pour soap base
Silicone mold
15 drops Spearmint oil
15 drops Rosemary oil
Optional: Dried herbs
Disclaimer: Although these images show fresh herbs in the soap, we highly recommend only using dried herbs. The fresh herbs (although beautiful) turn the soap brown after a few days.
Instructions
Cut off the amount of soap base you want to use and place it into a microwave safe bowl.
Melt the soap into liquid form in increments of 30 seconds.
Add a handful of dried hebrs to the soap mold.
Add Spearmint and Rosemary essential oils.
Mix together and pour into molds.
Let it sit for an hour.
Remove the soap from the mold.
Note: The soap should be good for a few months.
If you've never made your own soap before, you would probably be surprised by how easy it can be. Adding essential oils to homemade soap is a wonderful way to infuse potent, natural fragrances. Not to mention, it allows you to experience any benefits the oils may hold for the skin. The step-by-step instructions for this DIY Rosemary Spearmint Soap are easy to follow, with an end product that smells lovely and refreshing.
Peppermint
Peppermint is commonly used in oral health products for mint flavoring, and to help freshen breath. On its own, Peppermint essential oil can be used to freshen breath, and makes the perfect addition to a homemade mouth rinse.
Patchouli
A member of the mint family, Patchouli is a fitting companion for Peppermint oil and baking soda in this recipe, as it is used in many scented products for its distinct aroma. It also has freshening and deodorizing properties.
Ingredients
½ teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons water
2 drops Peppermint oil
1 drop Patchouli oil
Instructions
Combine baking soda and water in a small cup.
Add essential oils and mix well.
Swish mixture around in mouth for one minute before spitting into the sink.
Many teeth-whitening products and toothpastes include baking soda because it has the ability to remove minor stains from the teeth. Baking soda is made up of a chemical compound that acts as an abrasive that can help to remove teeth stains, helping your smile look whiter. When using baking soda for teeth-whitening purposes, be aware that too much baking soda can damage tooth enamel—the coating that protects your teeth.
Ingredients
For light hair:
¼ cup arrowroot powder
2 drops Lavender oil
2 drops Rosemary oil
2 drops Peppermint oil
For dark hair:
2 tablespoons arrowroot powder
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 drops Lavender oil
2 drops Rosemary oil
2 drops Peppermint oil
Instructions
Put arrowroot powder, cocoa powder (if using), and essential oils into food processor.
Pulse until well combined.
Store in glass jar.
To use, apply powder to roots and oily parts of hair using an old (washed) makeup brush.
It's okay to give your hair a break from the shampoo every once in a while. This dry shampoo made with essential oils is a great way to keep your hair looking, smelling, and feeling great for those days between washes.
Peppermint Foot Lotion
Ingredients
1 teaspoon beeswax
2 tablespoons cocoa butter
4 tablespoons shea butter
1 tablespoon virgin coconut oil
2 tablespoons Fractionated Coconut Oil
5 drops Peppermint oil
5 drops Tea Tree oil
Instructions
In small glass container, combine all ingredients, except essential oils.
Place in saucepan with 1–1 ½ inches of boiling water.
Stir ingredients until combined (around 5–10 minutes).
Once melted, remove from heat and let rest 3 minutes.
Add essential oils and stir.
Let mixture come to a solid. To quicken process, place in refrigerator.
Once solid, use an electric mixer to whip lotion.
Gradually come to high speed and whip for 3–4 minutes or until light and fluffy.
Place in container. To use, rub on heels to help soften and soothe them.
Tip: For best results, add a generous amount to feet with socks before bed.
This Peppermint Foot Lotion is just what your dry feet need. It is light and moisturizing and can be used anywhere on your body.