Yields 8 ounces SERVINGS
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 6 to 8 fresh scented geranium leaves, washed and dried
- 1 to 2 drops essential oil of geranium
Directions
- Place the cornstarch in a resealable jar or plastic bag. Add the geranium leaves and essential oil.
- Seal the container, and gently shake to mix. Let sit for 3 to 4 days, shaking the container once a day.
- Remove and discard the geranium leaves. Pour the powder into a clean, dry container. To Use: Sprinkle onto clean, dry skin, or apply using a fluffy powder puff.For more homemade skin care, see: Natural Beauty from the Garden
- Galen’s Cold Cream
- Moisturizing Honey Avocado Mask
- Scented Sugar Scrub
- Dandelion Age Spot Oil
- Marigold Hand Cream
- Oh What a Beautiful Mornin’! Shower Gel
- Garden-Stained Hand Solutions
Excerpted from Natural Beauty from the Garden by Janice Cox, published by Ogden Publications, 2018.DIY ProjectsWith more than 200 recipes, such as the Alpine Strawberry Mask or Turkish Face Wash, you are sure to find one or many that fit your needs. The best part of it all is that the ingredients are natural (such as cucumbers, sunflowers, and geraniums). With easy-to-find ingredients and fun-to-make recipes, this book will show you how natural is better when it comes to body, bath, and hair care. Order from the Capper’s Farmer Store or by calling 800-234-3368.