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Title: Alligator Pear Lotion
Categories: Lotion
Yield: 8 Ounces
| 1/8 | ts | Borax powder |
| 1/4 | c | Distilled water |
| 1/2 | c | Avocado oil |
| 1 | tb | Grated beeswax |
Dissolve the baking soda in the water in a glass measuring cup and set aside.
Mix together the oil and beeswax in another glass measuring cup. Place the cup in a pan of water (about 1" to 2" of water), making a water bath. Heat the oil-beeswax mixture in the water bath over medium heat until the beeswax is melted, about 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
When the wax is melted, bring the borax solution almost to boiling (put the glass cup in the microwave on High for 1 minute, or use a water batch on the stove top).
Remove the oil-beeswax mixture from the water batch. Slowly add the borax solution, stirring briskly. You can also put the mixtures in the blender and whip.
Allow the lotion to cool completely. The consistency may seem a bit thin at first, but it will thicken as it cools. Pour the lotion into a clean container with a lid. To use, massage a small amount into your skin.
Source: "Natural Beauty at Home" by Janice Cox
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