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Heavy-Duty Hand Cleansing

Heavy-Duty Hand Cleansing

This simple formula gets dirty hands squeaky clean without drying or harming the skin. Perfect for gardeners (’tis the season) but a must-have for all of us, since this cleanser pampers our mitts while busting grime of all kinds.

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup almond meal
1/8 cup orris root, rice flour, or oatmeal
1/8 cup liquid castile soap
10 drops essential oils of choice (you can use clove, bergamot, or neroli for a traditional scent)

1. In a bowl, combine ingredients thoroughly.

2. Dampen hands and scoop up some of the formula, scrubbing gently and adding water as needed to make a lather.

3. Rinse thoroughly.

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By Annie B. Bond

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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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1:28AM PDT on Aug 19, 2012

Thanks for the info.

6:43AM PDT on Apr 10, 2012

Thanks for the article.

4:46AM PDT on Aug 17, 2010

What is orris root?!

12:32AM PDT on May 9, 2010

thanks for post

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