Southwest Scrub

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Southwest ScrubBlue cornmeal is an ancient food that also makes arejuvenating full-body treatment. The Hopi Indians ofNew Mexico have used blue cornmeal for years toimprove vitality and make their skin look moreyouthful. Mixing it with dried herbs, ground oatmealand a mild soap enhances this age-old cleanser. If youcannot find blue cornmeal at your market, you maysubstitute white or yellow cornmeal for a differentcolored, but just as effective, scrub.1/2 cup ground blue cornmeal1/2 cup grated castile soap (or other mild bar soap)1/4 cup oatmeal1 teaspoon dried calendula flower petals1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves1 teaspoon dried lavender flowersPlace cornmeal and grated soap in a large bowl. Usinga spice or coffee grinder, finely grind oatmeal anddried herbs. Add this mixture to cornmeal mixture andstir well. Pour into a clean, airtight container. Touse: Apply as you would any cleanser, and massage allover. Rinse well and then moisturize your skin with anatural oil or rich body lotion. If you have verysensitive skin avoid using this cleanser on your face.Makes 12 ounces.Blessed Be!Jodi

 

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