Friday, May 17, 2013

Sunblock



1/4 cup of  coconut oil
5 tbsp zinc oxide  without fragrance and 40% zinc content) * The higher the zinc content the higher the SPF
2 tbsp of grated local beeswax
3 small sections of Aloe Vera (squeezed and added to warmed  water)
1/2 cup water
few drops of 100% Vitamin E oil
few drops of Grape seed oil
* Heat coconut oil and grated beeswax in a double boiler and melt down completely
Remove from heat and add vitamin E oil
In a small pan warm water and add natural aloe
add Grape seed oil
blend  them together and add in 5 tbsp of Zinc to the mixture, you can use a mini food processor
let set in fridge for 10 minutes, repeat blending/ refrigeration until reaches desired texture.
Apply and go!
* Store in fridge for longer shelf life, approximately 2-4 months

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