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- Annie B. Bond
- November 7, 2005
- 11:23 am
- 15 comments
A splash of this easy-to-make formula will perk up a tired or oily complexion and bring some sparkle to your skin. It uses ingredients that are both refreshing and abundant at this time of year; together they make this toner smell mouth-wateringly delicious.
Your skin will thank you for this enlivening toning formula.
INGREDIENTS
1 cup water
1/4 cup lemon peel, finely grated
1/4 cup grapefruit peel, finely grated
1 cup fresh mint leaves
1. Bring water to a rapid boil and add other ingredients. Boil 1 to 2 minutes, until peels are soft and slightly translucent.
2. Remove from heat and allow to cool, then strain and discard solids.
3. Store formula in the refrigerator and use a splash whenever needed to perk up your skin.
Mixture keeps for 2 to 3 weeks.
Read more: Beauty, Skin Care, citrus mint toner, complexion, skin
Inspired by 365 Simple Pleasures, collected by Susannah Seton (Conari Press, 2001).
Annie B. Bond
Annie is a renowned expert in non-toxic and green living. Named one of the top 20 environmental leaders by Body and Soul Magazine, Annie has authored four books, including "Home Enlightenment" (Rodale Press, 2005) and "Better Basics for the Home" (Three Rivers Press, 1999).
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I'm guessing it smells nice, along with it being so refreshing on the skin. I'll have to remember to try it some time; thanks! :)
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