This Sage and Nasturtium body wash may help relieve those aches and pains and provide deep cleansing. Sage is known for its healing properties, Sea salt and Epsom salts soothe aching muscles and the combination is manly enough even for the most skeptical guys. The hand and body wash is quick and easy to make with what you likely already have on hand. This is a project even the kidlets can make as gifts for dad and grandpa.
Makes 1 1/2 cups soothing body wash
Ingredients
1 C. Epsom Salts
1/2 Cup Himalayan Sea Salt (medium grain)
2 T. Sage Leaves (fresh or dried)
3 or 4 Nasturtium blossoms or Calendula petals (fresh or dried)
Funnel
Container
Directions
Mix the ingredients together and with a funnel pour into a sealable mason jar, or masculine mug for gift giving. Top with sage sprigs and nasturtium blossoms.
To Use: Add 1/3 cup to warm bath water. Soak 15 to 20 minutes to allow the minerals to penetrate the muscles and skin pores. To prevent clogging the drain, prepare a cheesecloth bundle, tie it off then place under the tap of warm water.
Note: This can be used as a hand scrub. Wet hands under warm water, add 1/2 Tablespoon to the palm of the hand and rub hands together, especially in areas that are dried and chapped. Rinse with warm water.
A few drops of essential oils may be added If desired, however I found the mixture to have a pleasant manly fragrance without the need to add any other enhancements.
Sage may soothe sunburn pain while the salts help heal sunburn.
Precaution: If there are known allergies to specific herbs whether internal or topical, refrain from using. Always consult your Medical care provider with questions about the use of all herbs and essential oils. If a rash or other side effects occur after use, discontinue using. Sage is generally safe for external use, however if you have allergies or sensitive to any herbs, use caution.
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CREDENTIALS: Certified Oregon State Master Gardener since 1999. Horticulture degree 2001. Study of Herbs and Horticulture Therapy, heavy research and study of all plants and herbs. Gardening a lifetime.
Makes 1 1/2 cups soothing body wash
Ingredients
1 C. Epsom Salts
1/2 Cup Himalayan Sea Salt (medium grain)
2 T. Sage Leaves (fresh or dried)
3 or 4 Nasturtium blossoms or Calendula petals (fresh or dried)
Funnel
Container
Directions
Mix the ingredients together and with a funnel pour into a sealable mason jar, or masculine mug for gift giving. Top with sage sprigs and nasturtium blossoms.
To Use: Add 1/3 cup to warm bath water. Soak 15 to 20 minutes to allow the minerals to penetrate the muscles and skin pores. To prevent clogging the drain, prepare a cheesecloth bundle, tie it off then place under the tap of warm water.
Note: This can be used as a hand scrub. Wet hands under warm water, add 1/2 Tablespoon to the palm of the hand and rub hands together, especially in areas that are dried and chapped. Rinse with warm water.
A few drops of essential oils may be added If desired, however I found the mixture to have a pleasant manly fragrance without the need to add any other enhancements.
Sage may soothe sunburn pain while the salts help heal sunburn.
Precaution: If there are known allergies to specific herbs whether internal or topical, refrain from using. Always consult your Medical care provider with questions about the use of all herbs and essential oils. If a rash or other side effects occur after use, discontinue using. Sage is generally safe for external use, however if you have allergies or sensitive to any herbs, use caution.
Chicken Coop Chatter© All rights reserved 2011-2017
CREDENTIALS: Certified Oregon State Master Gardener since 1999. Horticulture degree 2001. Study of Herbs and Horticulture Therapy, heavy research and study of all plants and herbs. Gardening a lifetime.