My article: Honey pedicure - 24HourForum

Unknown · 10-09-2008, 06:44 PM

I just wrote an article for Natural Moms on how to incorporate a beauty regime that's all natural into your life. I used honey as the base. Do you like it? If the Natural Mom lady likes it, she'll send $5 Paypal my way

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All natural honey pedicure:

Did you know stress can actually crystallize in our feet? Our feet are in need of some major pampering, on a regular basis. This natural regime is the perfect remedy for removing some of those toxins, and giving your feet the attention they deserve. Honey is used as an ingredient in each of the following steps. Be sure to look for honey that is locally produced and organic. (If you are vegan, you can leave out the honey or go for some organic agave nectar.)

All-natural detox:
2 bags of black tea (look for fair-trade brands in stores)
Teaspoon of honey
Teaspoon of lemon
Bucket of warm/hot water

Soak your feet in the mixture for at least ten minutes. Be sure to use a pumice stone to remove dead skin. Proceed to the next step.

Foot scrub:
½ Cup of Hawaiian sea salt (or any sea salt will do)
Teaspoon of honey
Three tablespoons of coconut oil (or any oil)

After combining these ingredients, massage onto your feet, paying extra attention to achy spots. While you’re at it, massage into your hands as well. Rinse off with warm water.

Moisturizing salve:
A tablespoon or two of honey (look at the farmers markets for local organic honey)
A teaspoon or two of coconut oil (or any oil you have on hand, sweet almond would work too)

Stir together the above ingredients in a bowl. Place the bowl in a larger vat of warm water to heat the honey/oil mixture as you detox and scrub. Slather onto your feet and read a magazine for 10-15 minutes. You can wrap those puppies up in saran wrap or old socks for an extra touch. When the time is up, rinse off thoroughly with warm water and your favorite gentle organic soap.

Moisturize those deserving feet with shea butter and slip into some fuzzy slippers.

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