French Citrus Bar Formulation (Recipe)

Submitted By:

Gail of Loxahatchee, FL

Summary:

Super Cleanser for Oily Skin

Ingredients:

8 oz M&P (clear or opaque)
1 tsp French Green Clay
1/2 tsp Lemon Peel Powder
1/2 tsp Orange Peel Powder
1 tsp Jojoba Oil
5 drops Tea Tree Essential Oil
5 drops Lemon Essential Oil
2 drops Lemongrass Essential Oil

Instructions:

Cut up the Melt and pour soap into small chunks and gently melt in the microwave or in a double-boiler. Add the clay, citrus powders and the jojoba oil and stir thoroughly. Add essential oils and stir again. Pour into molds. Makes about 2-3 bars. The clay and citus powders draw off the oils in your face; the essential oils are antibacterial. If you have only slightly oily skin, you may want to use a light moisturizer afterwards.

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