Title: Cooling Aloe Lotion
Categories: Misc *
Yield: 4 Ounces

1/2	c	Aloe vera gel
1	tb	Dried chamomile flowers
1	tb	Vitamin E oil
2	dr	Peppermint oil

The sap of the aloe vera plant is especially soothing to the skin because of its high water content (it is 99 1/2% water). Chamomile and vitamin E also help condition the skin and prevent peeling.

Mix together the aloe vera gel and the chamomile flowers. Heat gently, but do not boil, 1 minute in the microwave on High or a few minutes in a water bath on the stove top. Let the mixture cool completely, then strain off the chamomile flowers and discard them. Add the vitamin E oil and the peppermint oil to the mixture and stir.

Pour into a clean jar with a tight-fitting lid. For a refreshing treatment, you can place the jar in the refrigerator to cool the lotion before using.

Source: "Natural Beauty at Home" by Janice Cox

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