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Peppermint Lotion
Relieves itching.

* 1/2 cup water
* 1/2 cup rubbing alcohol
* 3-4 drops peppermint oil

Oil of eucalyputs or cade can be used in place of peppermint, if you prefer. Pour the water and alcohol into a bottle, then add the oil. Cap and shake well. Apply to your skin with a clean cloth.

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Cuticle Cream

* 3 tbsp paraffin
* 1/2 cup mineral oil
* 1 tbsp coconut oil
* 1 tbsp glycerin

Slowly heat paraffin with the oils in a double boiler. Stir until blended. Add in the glycerin and remove from heat. Let cool before using.

Cucumber Facial Mask (Cleans and Moisturizes)

Astringent
* 3 tsp lemon extract
* Juice of one lime
* 1/2 cup rubbing alcohol

Combine ingredients in a small bowl. Transfer to a jar and shake well. Store in the refrigerator. Tightens your pores, refreshes your skin, and helps remove oils from skin.
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Chamomile Astringent

You will need:

* 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint (or 2 tbsp dried)
* 2 tbsp dried chamomile flowers, crushed
* 4 cups water

Combine ingredients in a small saucepan. Boil for 10 minutes, then remove from heat and allow to steep for 5 minutes. Strain liquid into a jar, cover and refrigerate. Will keep 2 weeks refrigerated. Apply w/ cotton balls to skin. Especially good for very oily skin.

Toothpaste Recipes

* 1/4 tsp peppermint oil
* 1/4 tsp spearmint
* 1/4 cup arrowroot
* 1/4 cup powdered orrisroot
* 1/4 cup water
* 1 tsp ground sage

Mix all dry ingredients in a bowl. Add water until paste is desired thickness / consistency. Store at room temperature in a tightly covered jar.

Substitute 1/2 tsp each of oil of cinnamon and oil of cloves for peppermint/spearmint if desired.

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Ben Franklin's Toothpaste

* Honey
* Ground charcoal

Mix into a paste and rub on teeth for whiteness.

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Simple toothpaste mixtures

* Bicarbonate of soda
* Salt
* Water
* Glycerine
* Peppermint oil

Mix 3 parts bicarbonate of soda with one part salt. Add 3 tsp of glycerine for every 1/4 cup of this mixture, then add enough water to make a thick paste. Add a few drops of peppermint oil for better taste.

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Fruit teeth cleaners!

Rub a lemon rind on your teeth to remove brown stains. Rinse your mouth thoroughly afterward.

Clean your teeth with a fresh strawberry. Rub it over and between your teeth.

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Mouth Wash

* 2 cups water
* 3 tsp fresh parsley
* 2 tsp whole cloves
* 2 tsp ground cinnamon
* 2 tsp peppermint extract

Boil water and remove from heat. Add dry ingredients and allow to steep for 10-15 minutes. Strain and store in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator.

You can substitute other flavorings for peppermint if the minty flavor is not to your taste.

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Quicky Breath Fresheners

1. Gargle and rinse with undiluted rose water.
2. Chew a sprig of parsley or watercress.
3. Gently rub your gums and teeth with pine needles.

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