Save your skin with a Sun-Soothing Body Oil

May 26, 2021

Happy DIY Wednesday!

Where we live in Pennsylvania, it has been hot, hot, hot! The sun is shining, and we need to protect our skin! I said it once and I will say it 100 more times, WEAR YOUR SUNSCREEN!! A good sunscreen will protect your skin from UVA “photoaging” rays and UVB “burning” rays from damaging your skin and diminishing its natural health and youthful radiance. I recommend a nontoxic sunscreen that contains minerals such as micronized titanium dioxide or zinc oxide, which act as physical barriers to the sun.

Using both pre- and post-sun care is important as well. For this week’s DIY, I am supplying you with a sun-soothing body oil that should be used before, during and after sun exposure.

The ingredients of this recipe combine to form a very hydrating, skin-nourishing blend that helps protect skin from the elements. It can also be used to heal irritation from sunburn, windburn or an itchy rash.

Ingredients for Sun-Soothing Body Oil:

¼ cup commercial aloe vera juice
¼ cup unrefined coconut oil
¼ cup jojoba oil (available online or local health store)
¼ cup sesame oil (available online; local grocery/health store)
5 capsules 200 IU Vitamin E oil (available online; local drug/health store)

How to Make It:

Combine all ingredients (pierce the vitamin E oil capsules and squeeze the contents into the mix) in an 8oz storage container or squeeze bottle. Label and date.
No refrigeration is required if the product will be used within 3 weeks or so. If refrigerated, the blend will keep for 4-6 months (it will thicken when chilled and liquefy when warmed to room temp).

Application:

Aloe vera juice separates from oils, so shake well before use.
Apply to entire body before, during and after sun exposure. Massage into your skin thoroughly – if your skin is oily after 5 minutes, you used too much. Wipe off any excess with a dry towel.

Enjoy the sunny weather and have a fun and safe Memorial Day weekend!

Love Alicia!! 🌞

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