| Here's a great recipe for a toner/astringent that I | | | | less, depending on your skin type. I find it's best to |
| love to use every summer- it's especially great for | | | | use in between face washings as a "freshening up". I |
| combination skin. It helps clear pores from sweat, | | | | noticed sometimes using a toner or astringent right |
| dirt, and other ickies, yet still offers some nice | | | | after washing your face can create an imbalance in |
| moisturizing benefits for a nice glow. It also feels | | | | skin that can dry it out too much - sometimes within |
| really nice and refreshing!1/2 cup witch hazel1/4 cup | | | | an hour it can retaliate and be more oily than it was |
| water (Tea, especially green or chamomile, is even | | | | before! (Especially during the summer heat!)Don't |
| better!)1/4 cup lemon juice5 drops natural vegetable | | | | forget- sometimes half the fun in homemade beauty |
| glycerine5 drops lavender essential oil2-3 drops | | | | recipes is is being creative. If you'd like, don't be |
| peppermint essential oil | | | | afraid to try your own unique variations!You can visit |
| Just shake it all up really well in a small bottle. When | | | | Lisa Chambers' website at for more free information, |
| you're ready to use it, just dab some on a cotton ball | | | | recipes, and tips based on natural or "crafty" point of |
| and gently wipe your face clean. Couldn't be | | | | views. |
| easier!You can adjust the essential oils to more or | | | | |