6 DIY Natural Spa Recipes with NightBlooming Signature Oils

On of the things I love doing is blending up unique mixes of quality, natural oils and essential oils into a Signature Oil Blend. It’s exciting to try each one, but most people only need so much hair oil. In addition to oiling your hair or scalp, here are 6 DIY Natural Spa Recipes with NightBlooming Signature Oils.

Bath Bombs

Your Signature Oils are perfect for Bath Bombs, giving you a fun way to introduce skin-nourishing oils and fragrant essential oils to your bath. There are many tutorials out there, but the simplest way is just to use your Signature Oil in place of the oil that the recipe calls for and omit any additional essential oils.

Ingredients and Supplies:

• 1 cup baking soda
• 1/2 cup citric acidOur citric acid is derived from 100% pure anhydrous citric acid from sugar cane. It serves help extend a product’s shelf life, adjust pH, retain a product’s texture, and guard against appearance loss. More
• 1/2 cup Epsom salts
• 1 tsp. water
• 2 tsp. essential oil
• 3 tsp. NightBlooming Signature Oil

1. Place the dry ingredients in a bowl and then mix them all evenly with a whisk. You can add dried flower petals, herbs, or similar dry ingredients, but be sure to keep in mind how they’ll play with the essential oils in the Signature Oil blend you’re using.
2. In an a separate container, mix the liquid ingredients together.
3. Slowly add the liquid mixture to the dry mix, one small spoon at a time, and blend.
4. Place in a mold and pack tightly. You don’t need a special mold for this, I’ve used an ice cream scoop and done half-spheres. Work quickly so the bath bomb mixture doesn’t dry out, and then allow to cure for 24-48 hours.
5. Store in an airtight container.

Scalp & Body Scrub

Nothing says winter like dry, itchy skin and flaky scalps. While you can purchase Thriae Scalp Scrub premade, you can also blend your favorite Signature Oil with honeyOur honey is from our own bees, organically and ethically kept with the goal of putting more pollinators into the world rather than maximizing honey production. Chock full of humectants that nourish and moisture the hair, skin and the body, honey is also an anti-microbial and anti-fungal. More and brown sugarSalt scrubs are sometimes dangerous to your skin as the size of the grain can cause microscopic tears. Since brown sugar has smaller particles, it is gentler and safer exfoliant. More to make a nourishing, restorative scrub.

Ingredients and Supplies:

• 1 part honeyOur honey is from our own bees, organically and ethically kept with the goal of putting more pollinators into the world rather than maximizing honey production. Chock full of humectants that nourish and moisture the hair, skin and the body, honey is also an anti-microbial and anti-fungal. More (1/4 tsp pictured)
• 2 parts Signature Oil (1/2 tsp pictured)
• 8 parts brown sugarSalt scrubs are sometimes dangerous to your skin as the size of the grain can cause microscopic tears. Since brown sugar has smaller particles, it is gentler and safer exfoliant. More (2 tsp pictured)

1. Gently mix things up with a spoon (or even your finger!) until the ingredients are well-blended.  It should have a smooth yet grainy texture.  If it seems too dry, add another drop or three of oil and blend some more.
2. Store. Whatever container you use, make sure it is waterproof, rust-proof, and has a tight-sealing lid.  Glass, ceramic, plastic or stainless steel is best.
3. Apply. You’ll want to do this on damp or towel-dry hair.  Sopping wet hair will dissolve the scrub faster than you want, and if your scalp is too dry then the abrasion will be too harsh.  I advocate doing this while soaking in a relaxing hot bath. Scoop out a bit of scrub and work it down to the scalp with your fingers.  Don’t worry if it gets on your hair, it won’t hurt it at all!  Work the scrub into the scalp using a small, gentle circular motion, adding more scrub as needed.  When the scrub has dissolved, let it sit for a few minutes on your scalp  so the beneficial properties of the honeyOur honey is from our own bees, organically and ethically kept with the goal of putting more pollinators into the world rather than maximizing honey production. Chock full of humectants that nourish and moisture the hair, skin and the body, honey is also an anti-microbial and anti-fungal. More and Signature Oil can work their magic.  Got leftovers on your hands?  Work it into your face too, just be careful not to get it in your eyes, nose or mouth.  It won’t kill you, but it isn’t a good idea to ingest anything with essential oils.  Yes, it smells sweet and yummy- don’t eat it!
4. Rinse. Water alone may not be enough to get the residue from the scrub out, so you can use your favorite method of washing to remove it.  As you rinse, be sure to work your fingers at the scalp, ensuring that water can rinse things clean.   You may notice you shed a few more hairs than normal, this is expected and nothing to worry about!  The hairs that were ready to fall out in the next day or two just got worked out a bit sooner with the scalp massage, you’re not losing any hair you weren’t going to anyway.

Bath Oil

By far the easiest thing on this list, all you need is oil and your bathtub! This makes for a luxurious, scented soak that will leave your skin nourished and soft.

Ingredients and Supplies:

• Any NightBlooming Signature Oil

1. Add 1 TB to a warm, running bath and swish into the water.
2. Once in the bath, use a sponge to massage the oil into the skin.

Shaving Cream

Using a NightBlooming Signature Oil lets you make a natural, skin-nourishing shaving cream in no time.

Ingredients and Supplies:

• Airtight storage container
• 1/3 c Shea Butter
• 1/3 cup Coconut Oil
• 3 TB any NightBlooming Signature Oil
• 1 tsp Castile Soap

1. Put your shea butter and coconut oil in a double boiler. Put on low heat until melted.
2. Remove from heat and pour into a glass bowl.
3. Allow to cool slightly until it is warm, but not hot.
4. Add the castile soap and NightBlooming Signature Oil.
5. Place in the refrigerator for an hour, or until the solution starts to solidify.
6. Remove from the refrigerator and whip (an immersion blender is easiest) until the shave cream forms a whipped cream texture.
7. Move to your airtight container and store in a cool, dark place.
8. Scoop out and spread on skin prior to shaving.

Natural After Shave Gel

This gel is soothing, smells wonderful, and is fun to make.

Ingredients and Supplies:

• 8 oz glass storage container
• 7 tsp NightBlooming Signature Oil
• Scant 1/2 c aloe vera gelWhile well-known for its benefits to skin, this mucilaginous ingredient provides deep moisturizing effects to the hair and scalp as well. In addition it helps restore pH levels and has both emollient and moisturizing properties, meaning that it smooths the cuticle and attracts and seals in moisture More
• Scant 1/2 c witch hazel gel

1. Add all ingredients to a glass bowl and blend.
2. Store in a cool, dark place.
3. Smooth over skin after shaving.

Make-up Remover

Removes your makeup without scrubbing.

Ingredients and Supplies:

• Small glass jar or other storage container
• 2 TB any NightBlooming Signature Oil
• 1 tsp castor oilLong revered for its hair growth and regrowth properties, the high amounts of ricinoleic acid also makes it an effective anti-bacterial and anti-fungal agent. It is also high in omega 9 fatty acids, which are nourishing to both the hair and follicle, as well as the surrounding scalp. More
• 1/2 tsp Liquid Castile Soap

1. Add all ingredients to a glass bowl and blend. Move to your storage container or bottle of choice.
2. Store in a cool, dark place.
3. Gently rub into your face to remove makeup, wiping with clean cloths. Follow with your cleansing method of choice.

I’d love to know how these work for you if you try them!