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Body Splashes

© Kim A. Draper

Body splashes are invigorating sprays or slap-on water based lotions that have a variety of uses. They can stimulate or tone, uplift or relax...depending on what essential oils you use. They are fun to make because they are so simple, and they also make good gifts for friends. Have an array of them in your bathroom ready to use whenever the mood takes your. Splashes are a favorite with men as they do a great job of making you feel good without leaving an oily residue. They leave the skin feeling soft, and as bactericides and deodorants they are highly effective. In times past body splashes were called "les vinaigres de toilette" and we follow the same principle and use, in some cases, the same ingredients. The vinegar to use is white wine or cider, whichever you prefer. If you use vodka the higher proof the better. Don't use these splashes, however, if you have sensitive or dehydrated skin. DEODORANT SPLASH: 4 oz Vinegar 2 tsp. Vodka 5 drops Lavender 5 drops Sage 5 drops Lemon 5 drops Rosemary 3 drops Peppermint 5 drops Grapefruit Add to 2 cups of spring water. First blend the essential oils together. Add them to the vodka and shake well for as long as you can. Leave them all to settle, then add the vinegar. Pour the whole mixture into 2 cups of spring water and again shake well. Finally, pass the liquid through a coffee filter. The longer you leave the essential oils in the vodka and vinegar mix before adding the water, the stronger the scent will be. Follow the same procedure when making all your splashes.

INVIGORATING SPLASH 10 drops Lime 10 drops Lavender 5 drops Peppermint 3 drops Lemon

SOOTHING SPLASH 10 drops Benzoin 2 drops Nutmeg 10 drops Sandalwood 5 drops Geranium

FRUITY SPLASH 10 drops of Orange 5 drops of Lemon 10 drops of Mandarin 5 drops of Grapefruit Enjoy!