Lavender Rose Homemade Facial Cleansing Grains

Directions

1Grind oats, almonds, and dried flowers in a coffee/spice grinder until finely powdered. Sift through a fine mesh strainer to remove any large pieces.

2In a glass or wooden bowl combine powdered mixture with clay and essential oil. Mix well with a wooden or plastic spoon. (Note: Clay loses some of its beneficial properties when it comes into contact with metal, so always choose non-metal bowls and utensils when mixing these cleansing grains.)

3Store in a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid that is non-metal. A glass spice jar with shaker top works well. Label jar and store in a cool place.

1To use as facial cleanser: Combine about ½ – 1 teaspoon of cleansing grains in the palm of your hand with several drops of water – enough to make a thin paste. (Any water introduced into the jar will cause grains to go bad – this is why a shaker top is perfect. You can also dip into grains with a clean, dry wooden or plastic scoop to extend the shelf life.) Massage onto wet skin (avoiding eyes), then rinse with water.

1To use as a facial mask: mix a few teaspoons of cleansing grains with a little water – enough to make a thick paste. Massage onto skin and leave for 10-15 minutes. Rinse with warm water before the mask dries on your face.