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- Annie B. Bond
- March 19, 2000
- 2:53 am
- 21 comments
Lavender’s unmistakable, relaxing aroma may be the most familiar herbal fragrance of all.
Used for centuries, it has never gone out of favor as a gentle sedative and muscle relaxer. It also works as a painkiller, antidepressant, and tonic strengthener for the whole nervous system. To soothe stress and help you cope, turn to lavender.
Salt glows are complete rubdown/massages with Epsom salts followed by a warm water rinse, and they are ideal for exfoliating skin and renewing spirits. Here is an enhanced salt glow formula using relaxing lavender:
Lavender Salt Glow
Grind 1 cup dried lavender buds in a blender or food processor. Add 3 cups Epsom salts, grind until fine. Store in a glass jar, tightly capped. To use, rinse yourself off in the shower, then turn water off. Pour a handful of bath salts into your palm, and massage gently into your skin all over your body (not your face). Use more as needed. Rinse off, towel dry lightly, and moisturize.
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Read more: Beauty, Bath & Shower
Adapted from Serenity Garden, 7 Radical Weeds for Natural Stress Relief, by Jullian VanNostrand and Chrstie V. Sarles. Copyright (c)1999 by Jullian VanNostrand and Chrstie V. Sarles. Reprinted by permission of Chelsea Green.
Adapted from Serenity Garden, 7 Radical Weeds for Natural Stress Relief, by Jullian VanNostrand and Chrstie V. Sarles.
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 GROW LAVENDER IN MY FLOWER BED!
I'll definately try some of these!
Sounds wonderful. Thanks!
Thank you
This is a lovely way to preserve my sumer lavender and enjoy it all year long. Thanks.
Thank you for this shower formula.
this sounds DEVINE! can't wait to try it...
Thanks for the info
Thanks for the article.
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