29 Oct Mon 2012
Peppermint Honey Feet Treat
Peppermint Honey Feet Treat
Rinse mint leaves and place on a paper towel to dry. Grind mint using coffee grinder (or by hand using mortar and pestle). Set aside. Melt beeswax using a small double boiler. In a microwave safe glass bowl combine aloe vera and honey, mix well. Stir in beeswax. Let cool. Add mint and oils stirring until completely mixed. Apply after bath or shower to entire feet and toes. Store remaining ... [read full recipe below]
YIELD: 2 TREATMENTS
Ingredients
- 4 Tbsp. - aloe vera gel
- 4 tsp. - grated beeswax
- 2 tsp. - honey
- 2 tsp. - fresh mint, optional
- 6 drops - peppermint essential oil
- 2 drops - arnica oil
- 2 drops - camphor oil
- 2 drops - eucalyptus oil
Directions
Rinse mint leaves and place on a paper towel to dry. Grind mint using coffee grinder (or by hand using mortar and pestle). Set aside. Melt beeswax using a small double boiler. In a microwave safe glass bowl combine aloe vera and honey, mix well. Stir in beeswax. Let cool. Add mint and oils stirring until completely mixed. Apply after bath or shower to entire feet and toes. Store remaining feet treat in covered in cool place away from sun or heat.
TIP
Benefits: Aids in circulation of overworked feet. Moisturizes and softens while it soothes and restores tired aching feet.
Note: We'd like to thank the National Honey Board for this recipe.