Essential Oils
Posted by SeeSee on March 25, 2000 at 10:56:57:
In Reply to: newbie question posted by renee' on March 25, 2000 at 09:04:17:
Eucalyptus and clove oil are essential oils. You can purchase them at
almost any health store. Look a selection of oils that are not all
priced the same, because some oils require more complicated
extractions, and you are not getting a quality item if you pay the
same amount for all of them. One tiny bottle will last you forever.
Store them somewhere dark that will not stink up your whole house and
cap them tightly (I am getting pretty sick of the smell of cloves
myself :). Do not use more than a couple drops in your recipes. The
safest way to avoid any burning or allergic reaction is to mix a few
drops of essential oil into a spoonful of carrier oil such as olive,
almond or even vegetable oil. These oils are not necessary for good
colour but they will boost the performance of a second-class henna
powder. Remember to test for allergies on everyone, even yourself,
before use.
- Re: Essential Oils renee' 06:57:36 3/26/00
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