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"Super Simple DIY Super Oil Moisturizer"

Hi, Here's A Super Easy DIY Super Oil Moisturizer Recipe Just For You. Why? 

Because You May Be Struggling Like Me When It Comes To Moisture In The Hair(headache)..

 I Have Such Dry Hair At Times That I Couldn't Seem To Find The Right Thing To Put In My Hair, When I Buy Certain Moisturizers They Are Too Heavy, Others Are Too Light, Others Leave That Icky Film In Your Hair, Others Smell Too Medicated, And Others Are Just Too Damn Expensive!!!  So I  Decided To Make My Own..  It Works Well For Me So I Decided To Share It With You.... I Will Have Samples For Any Of You Who Desire Any (Of course samples are limited) So Just Leave A Comment Or For Privacy Contact Me Via Email  And I'll Get Some To You, If You Want To Make Your Own Use The Super Easy Instructions And Ingredients Below...

• You'll Need A Plastic Bottle (About 8oz-10oz)(Give Or take) I Use A Plastic Squirt Bottle 
  

• Glass/Plastic Droppers(I Use Plastic Disposable Ones),  

• Measuring Spoons And Cup

• And Of Course You'll Need The Below Ingredients

Now Simply Combine All The Ingredients Below Into Your Plastic Bottle Shake Very Well And Viola'

 That's It!!! 

(This Should Last Several Weeks) 

Note: You Can Use How Ever Much Of Each You Want . 
It Will Be Really Oily, Use While Hair is Wet Or Dry.. Believe It Or Not You Can Even Add This To Your Bath Water For A Super "Moisturiffic" Bath.

• 1/3 Cup Of  Of Pure Olive Oil
• 1/4 Argan Oil 
• 1 Tbsp Of Vitamin E
• 1 Tsp Of  Vegetable Glycerin
• 2 Tbsp Of Jojoba Oil
• 2 Drops Of Neem Oil(Go Easy On The Neem It's Very Strong But Is A Good Preservative)
• 2 Tbsp Of Sweet Avocado Oil 
• 2 Tbsp Of Grapefruit Seed Oil
• 1 Tsp Almond Oil

Essential Oils Are Optional

• 3 Drops Of Rosemary(Optional)I Used This
• 3 Drops Tea Tree Oil(Optional)I Used This
• 3 Drops Lavender Oil(Optional)
• 3 Drops Peppermint Oil(Optional)I Used This
• 4 Drops Frankincense(Optional)
• 4 Drops Myrrh(Optional) I Used This
• 3 Drops Sweet Orange Oil

**Remember This Is A DIY Tutorial , You Can Use Your Own Favorite Essential Oils To Get That Perfect Scent.*Add Or Subtract Whatever You Want) For Your Moisturizer You Can Also Use This On Your Body,Men Can Use It Too...

 

(-: Now All You Have To Do Is Shake The Oil Very Well, And Apply, That's It, If You Have A Lot Of People Using The Same Oil Double The Recipe.. That Way You'll Have Enough For Everybody :-) 

Thanks For Visiting Beauty-N-Body

~B.Roze

Are Your Hair Products Fresh??

Have you ever opened a bottle of shampoo and noticed an odd odor? Or has it turned an odd color or consistency?
Even the highest quality hair products have a shelf life. And depending on the ingredients, that shelf life can vary dramatically.
Most large companies put enough preservatives in their products to last roughly four years. These preservatives, such as methylparaben, quaternium-15, methylisothiazolinone and propylparaben, help prevent the products from becoming contaminated by mold and bacteria.
If you use preservative-free, all-natural products, remember that they will not stay fresh as long as commercial products.
The most effective all-natural preservative is a citrus extract, such as grapefruit seed, combined with antiseptic essential oils, such as chamomile, rosemary and echinacea. Antioxidants, such as Vitamin E, also are natural preservatives.

But most of these natural preservatives can only protect shampoos and conditioners from bacteria, staph, mold and fungus for 120 days, according to Tim Schaeffer, spokesman for Avalon Natural Products.
These companies constantly test the products using a challenge test. The product is baked in special ovens, with one month equivalent to one year. Each month, they inject several bacteria to test how effective the preservatives perform.
But even with preservatives, precautions should be taken to protect the product’s quality. Products should never stand in direct sunlight for a prolonged period of time. Be cautious of products sitting in a window display.
If you have a choice of buying your favorite hair product in a tube or a jar, opt for the tube. Jars must be opened to dispense the product. When you dip your fingers into the product, it may be exposed to germs that can contaminate it.
For this reason, many cosmetic and hair care companies are moving toward pump dispensers. Pumps offer the advantage of measured doses while being more sanitary.
Some say the shelf life issue would be solved if shampoos and conditioners were refrigerated, or if they had expiration dates. But most products don’t have sell-by dates, and most products are kept on shelves at room temperature.
Because of this, make sure you open the cap and smell the product before you buy. (CurlMart‘s inventory is kept small and turns over quickly, so it is always fresh.)
For products in your bathroom, regularly check the smell and the consistency. If the product has separated, it’s probably time to throw it away.
Christo of Christo Fifth Avenue recommends discarding products you’ve had for two years or longer. The potency of some of the ingredients will be lost through regular exposure to oxygen and light, making it less effective.

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The Best Ways to Maximize Shelf Life

1. Keep products in a cool, dry, dark place away from sunlight, humidity and heat. (That means out of your bathroom.)
2. If your product comes in a large jar, you can sterilize several smaller containers and put the cream into the smaller containers.
3. Try not to travel with too many products. Changes in heat and humidity can change the consistency of products.

Protecting Preservative-Free Formulations

1. Be sure your hands are sterile.
2. Store products in dark containers or opaque packaging to keep them away from the harmful effects of sunlight.
3. Make sure packaging is airtight. Natural products can oxidize and go rancid when exposed to air.
4. Heat can damage natural products. Store products in a cupboard or other cool place.
5. Because fingers can carry bacteria, avoid dipping fingers into jars and bottles. Instead, use a clean spoon, popsicle stick or other appropriate utensil. Pumps are good at dispensing more liquid-y products.

Written By Michelle From Naturally Curly.Com