Comments on: Handmade Bath & Body with Lilith’s Apothecary

By: pany

pany — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:06:42 +0000

hello, I think I might be allergic to aloe vera, so what could I use instead of that?

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Craft of the Day : Cream Making 101 — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:43:28 +0000

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By: Lilith’s Apothecary · Bath and Body @ CraftGossip

Lilith’s Apothecary · Bath and Body @ CraftGossip — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:03:05 +0000

[...] Handmade in PA posted an outline describing the procedure for making a simple facial cream that is made more special by the addition of infused herbs. The blog post was written by Sarah Powell, medical anthropologist, herbalist, and proprietor of Lilith’s Apothecary, a natural bath, body, and herbal tea business. Lilith’s Apothecary is currently having a Holiday Pre-Order Sale: Get 5% off any order for the holidays PRE-Ordered in the month of November and delivered mid-December – a smart way to get your holiday needs taken care of and help me out as well! You may also like… [...]

By: bath

bath — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:02:28 +0000

Great tutorial.

have you ever though about making a video for simpletons like me?

Cheers

Claire
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Thrift finds « TrailerTreasure — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 15:52:45 +0000

[...] jar they are tucked into. Never hurts to have one handy! Especially if you might one day make face cream and will need one to infuse my oils… Does anybody have any fresh/dried chamomile, beeswax, [...]

By: Sarah

Sarah — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:29:05 +0000

Karen, Looking for cosmetic grade herbs? Well, I would recommend Pacific Botanicals (oregon) or Mountain Rose Herbs (oregon). Both companies sell organic, dried herbs. It is very important that you use organic herbs so you are not introducing pesticides into a facial product. I also prefer to use herbs externally that are also safe to use internally. That way you are doing your best to truly 'feed' your skin. Herbs should be bright, aromatic, and fresh looking. If leaves or flowers are brown, they may be too old. I generally have very good products from the two companies above. Good luck! Sarah’s last blog post..Body Polish - Lemon Mandarin - citrusy, bright essential oils

By: Sarah

Sarah — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:16:16 +0000

Linda F, About Suttocide A...yes, it's a broad spectrum antimicrobial, but it can react with essential oils, especially citrus oils, turning the product magenta or pink. It can also cause unwanted thickening. I prefer to use Optiphen, which is paraben and formaldehyde free, and has had consistent results for me. If you are using a preservative, however, you need to be sure to measure everything by weight and add the appropriate percentages, following manufacturers guidelines. This cream will keep just fine if you are careful about keeping it sterile and not introducing any 'unwanteds'. I have had preservative free creams keep well for even a year, if kept under good conditions. If you are making a small batch just for youself, I wouldn't worry too much about preserving it. Sarah’s last blog post..Body Polish - Lemon Mandarin - citrusy, bright essential oils

By: Sarah

Sarah — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:05:56 +0000

Jen, Yes, coconut oil is indeed a saturated oil, so it can add some 'clogging' potential to a cream that for some is simply extra nourishing. I would recommend that you try using all sunflower seed oil, which is non-clogging. This will not adversely affect the cream in anyway. Thanks! Sarah Sarah’s last blog post..Body Polish - Lemon Mandarin - citrusy, bright essential oils

By: carmen

carmen — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 01:11:10 +0000

i had heard that coconut oil is a natural antifungal- it is often used in bad cases of cradle cap on babies. this property might be useful in helping to prevent mold on the cream!

By: Cream 101: Make Your Own Face Cream | linkfeedr

Cream 101: Make Your Own Face Cream | linkfeedr — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 20:15:13 +0000

[...] in PA, showing you the basics of how to make a simple facial cream with infused herbs in her Cream 101 tutorial. [Read this article] [Comment on this [...]