My Goddess Cream
Photo by Robb Leahy on Unsplash This one goes out to the DIY and "natural beauty" lovers out there. I've been making this recipe for several years now. I put it everywhere: feet, legs, butt, haunches, stomach, breasts, arms, throat. I feel good knowing what's going into my body cream, and this recipe is excellent because I can customize it based on particular concerns. The following recipe was developed to firm skin. 1/2 cup coffee-infused sweet almond oil 1/2 cup coconut oil 1 cup shea butter (I use raw African shea) Essential oils I used included lavender, myrrh, sandalwood, patchouli, geranium, and jasmine. I chose these after researching the best essential oils for firming. (I infuse the sweet almond oil by placing it in a double boiler or heat-resistant bowl with coffee beans/grounds on the stove. I put it on medium and let it infuse for 2-4 hours, then let it cool) I melt the shea butter and coconut oil on the stove, then let the mixture sit unt