Sun Soothers with Essential Oils

Sunshine is essential - burns are not! I am hoping that all of you had a safe and enjoyable holiday! Here are some ideas to make your fun in the sun more enjoyable!

After the Sun Soothers

Mix 20 drops of certified pure Lavender essential oil with 1 ounce of Aloe Vera Juice in a glass spray bottle. Store in the refrigerator and use after sun exposure.

Fractionated Coconut Oil (FCO) is great for adding moisture to sun exposed or dry skin. Add 10 drops of each certified pure Lavender and certified pure Peppermint essential oil to 2 ounces of FCO in a glass container or spray bottle and mix. Apply frequently to sunburned skin. You can also add 5-10 drops of certified pure Melaleuca as well.

Apple Cider Vinegar helps ease sunburn discomfort. Gently pat on affected areas with a cotton ball to help soothe areas of blistering or peeling. If you have a large area of sunburn, try soaking in a cool bath with 1 cup apple cider vinegar added.

Natural Sunscreen

Zinc Oxide can absorb ultraviolet radiation of the sun and protect the skin from sunburn and other damaging effects of UV radiation. It can absorb a broad spectrum of ultraviolet radiation.

Make Your Own Ultra Moisturizing Sunscreen:

1/2 cup olive oil

1/4 cup fractionated coconut oil (fco)

1/4 cup beeswax

2 Tablespoons Zinc Oxide

1 teaspoon vitamin E

2 Tablespoons shea butter

12 drops of certified pure Helichrysum essential oil

Add everything except zinc oxide in a medium sized glass mixing bowl. Fill a medium saucepan with a couple inches of water and place over medium heat. Place the glass bowl on top of the saucepan so that the saucepan cradles the bowl. As the ingredients start to melt, stir occasionally to mix. When all ingredients are completely incorporated, add the zinc oxide and stir well to mix. Pour into a pint-sized tin or mason jar and stop in a cool place. Use with in six months.

Apply often according to the sun exposure and type of activity. Everybody's skin reacts differently in the sun so use caution and stay hydrated as well!

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