How to Make Lime, Lavender and Bay Leaf Aftershave
Lime, lavender and bay leaf aftershave is a simple, natural aftershave that is just as effective as expensive commercial brands. The aftershave has a typically masculine smell, but using more lavender essential oil in place of the bay leaf essential oil will give this mixture a more feminine fragrance. Lime, lavender and bay leaf aftershave will keep for about four months if stored in a dark bottle in a cool place. Lime, lavender and bay leaf aftershave also makes a great gift, especially when packaged in a customized, reusable bottle. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 cup witch hazel
- 15 drops lime essential oil
- 12 drops lavender essential oil
- 10 drops bay leaf essential oil
- Large sterilized glass jar with tight-fitting lid
- ½ cup rose water
- ½ cup orange flower water
- 1 tsp. tincture of benzoin
- Clean plastic funnel
- Glass bottle with pump or fine-spray mister
Instructions
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Combine the lime juice, witch hazel, lime, lavender and bay leaf essential oil in a sterilized glass jar. Let the mixture infuse for about 24 hours at room temperature.
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Add the rose water, orange flower water and tincture of benzoin. Replace the lid, and let steep for an additional 24 hours.
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Shake the jar with the aftershave vigorously for about 30 seconds. Using the funnel, transfer some of the aftershave to a glass bottle that has a pump or a fine-spray mister.
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Store the aftershave that remains in the jar in a cool, dry place.
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Tips & Warnings
Shake the aftershave gently before each application, as the essential oils have a tendency to sink to the bottom of the bottle and separate.
Avoid mixing or storing any type of homemade cosmetics or skin-care products in an aluminum container, as there is serious concern about heavy metals entering the body through the pores.
