Basic Cold Cream To Relieve Dryness

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   Dissolve the borax in the water in a glass measuring cup.

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   Set aside.

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   Mix together the oil and beeswax in another glass measuring cup.

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   Place the glass cup in a pan of water (about 1-2 inches of water), making a water bath.

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   Heat the oil-beeswax mixture in the water bath over medium heat until the beeswax is melted, stirring occasionally.

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   This takes about 10 minutes.

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   When the wax is melted, bring the borax-water mixture almost to a boil.

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   You can do this by putting the glass cup in the microwave on HIGH for 1 minute.

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   Otherwise, you may heat it on the stove top in a water bath.

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    Remove the mixture from the water bath.

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    Slowly add the borax-water mixture to it, stirring briskly.

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    (You can also put the mixtures in the blender and whip).

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    Pour the cream into a clean container with a lid.

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    To use, massage a small amount into your skin and tissue off or rinse off with warm water.

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    Note: The mixture will become white and fluffy but will be a bit runny until it has cooled completely.

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    Once it has cooled, you will have a nice basic cold cream ready.

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    Since no perfumes have been added, it will remain unscented.

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    If you choose to prepare a cold cream with a fragrance, just add a few drops of your favourite scent as the mixture is cooling.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.