pinetree quarterly: winter 2015
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PinetreeQUARTERLY
WINTER 2015 // ISSUE 1
THE Body CareISSUE
+ Natural Home
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Pinetree QuarterlyWINTER 2015 ISSUE 1
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What’s InsideTHANK YOU SO MUCH FOR VIEWING OUR FIRST ISSUE OF THE PINETREE
QUARTERLY! IN THIS QUARTERLY E-MAGAZINE, WE’LL PROVIDE RECIPES, PROJECTS, TIMELY ARTICLES, FULL COLOR PHOTOS OF OUR PRODUCTS
IN ACTION AND MORE!
THIS MONTH WE’RE PROVIDING A LOOK INSIDE OUR BODY CARE & NATURAL CLEANING SUPPLY LINE, AS WELL AS A SAMPLING OF THE PRODUCTS YOU CAN MAKE! INCLUDED ARE SIMPLE RECIPES USING
ONLY PRODUCTS THAT WE OFFER AND SIMPLE HOUSEHOLD STAPLES, SUCH AS OLIVE OIL, BAKING SODA, WHITE VINEGAR AND OTHERS.
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BODY SCRUBS ... PG 3, 15BODY WASH ... PG 4
SOLID PERFUME & BALMS ... PG 5-14CLEANING SUPPLIES ... PG 17-20
Peppermint +Lemon Foot Scrub- 1 C coarse sea salt- 1/4 C jojoba oil- 1/4 C almond oil- 10 drops peppermint essential oil- zest of 1 lemon
1. Combine all ingredients, mix with a wooden spoon2. Pour into desired container, will store in fridge up to 2 weeks
Lavender + Mint Foot Scrub- 1/2 C coarse sea salt- 6 fresh mint leaves (get mint seed here) (or 2 TSP dried)- 1/2 C olive oil- 1/8 C jojoba oil- 2 TSP dried lavender buds- 1-5 drops lavender essential oil
1. Combine sea salt, mint and lavender buds in food processor. Pulse until all ingredients are ground2. Empty contents into jar, add oils and essential oil. Mix well. Stores for 1 week with fresh mint, 1 month with dried mint.
3 *Shake scrubs gently to combine before use
Moisturizing Honey Body Wash-2/3 C liquid castille soap
-1/4 C raw, unfiltered honey-2 TSP carrier oil (grapeseed, jojoba, almond or sesame)
-1 TSP coconut oil-50-60 drops essential oils (see below for list of suggestions)
1. Combine in a squirt bottle by shaking, and shake before each use
Chamomile = good against dry & sensitive skin, acne, eczemaGrapefruit = good against oily complexion, acne
Lavender = good for sensitive skin; good against acne, eczema, itchy skinPalmarosa = good for new cell growth, moisturizing, regulating oil
Patchouli = antimicrobial, astringent, deodorant; good against acne, oily skinRosemary = stimulating, restorative; good against acne, eczema, dermatitis
Sandalwood = good against acne, dry/cracked/chapped skin, wrinklesTea Tree = antibacterial; good against oily skin, acne, rashes, inflamed skinYlang Ylang = good for soothing irritated skin; good against oily skin, acne
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All Natural
Solid Perfume5
All Natural Solid Perfume- Essential oils of your choice
- Beeswax- Carrier oil (jojoba or almond)
- Small glass or tin containers for storing
1. Grate 1 TBSP of beeswax and melt using double boiler2. Once melted, add 1 TBSP of carrier oil and approximately 50 drops of
essential oil3. Mix using small wooden implement
4. Pour quickly into storage container, as it will start to harden almost immediately after being removed from heat
(adjust recipe to the size of your container by keeping the ratio 1:1)
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Homemade
Homemade Vapor Rub- 1/2 C olive oil- 1 C coconut oil- 3/4 C beeswax, grated- 35 drops eucalyptus essential oil- 30 drops mint essential oil- 15 drops lavender essential oil- 15 drops rosemary essential oil
1. Melt oils and wax in double boiler2. Add oils3. Pour into selected container(s)
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Homemade Vapor Rub8
Coconut +Tea Tree
Lip Balm
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Coconut + Tea Tree Oil Lip Balm- 1 C shaved beeswax
- 3 TBSP coconut oil- 1 TSP sweet almond oil
- 2-3 drops tea tree essential oil
1. Melt beeswax in a double boiler2. Add coconut oil, stir until melted
3. Add oils4. Pour into selected containers, let cool
TIP: To add color to any lip balm, check out our natural herb color powders. Beet root and madder root are good choices for pink or red tints.
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Lavender Sleep Balm- 10 drops lavender essential oil- 10 drops chamomile essential oil- 3 drops bergamot essential oil- 2 TBSP beeswax- 1 TBSP jojoba oil- 1 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
1. Melt together beeswax, olive oil and jojoba oil in a double boiler on medium until beeswax is completely melted2. Stir with a wood implement, add essential oils and mix3. Pour into a clean container to store. Best used within a year
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Lavender
Sleep
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Cedarwood Beard Balm
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Cedarwood Beard Balm- 2 TBSP beeswax- 2 TBSP shea butter- 1 TBSP cocoa butter- 3 TSP jojoba oil- 2 TSP sweet almond oil- 4-8 drops tea tree essential oil- 4-8 drops bergamot or rosemary essential oil- 1/8 TSP cedarwood essential oil
1. Melt beeswax in a double boiler over gently boiling water2. Add and melt shea butter and cocoa butter3. Add jojoba and sweet almond oil, make sure everything is thorough incorporated and melted4. Add in all essential oils, incorporate thoroughly by stirring with a wooden implement5. Pour into clean containers of choice, allow to cool and harden before covering with lids. Best used within a year
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Exfoliating Skin Scrub(cleans pores and sheds dead skin)- Grapeseed Oil (just enough to moisten the sea salt)- Sea salt (just enough for you to use within a week)- Fresh lemon (personal preference)
1. Combine all, use as needed. Store excess in fridge for up to a week. Shake to mix before use.
Fix Broken Eyeshadow1. Add rubbing alcohol to broken eyeshadow and smooth with your finger
Cleaning Your Hairbrushes + Combs1. Use a comb or pen to loosen hair from the brush and pull or cut away2. For plastic brushes, use a soak of castile soap, baking soda and water. For wooden brushes, use a soak of tea tree oil and water3. For plastic brushes, fill a sink or bucket with solution and soak brushes for UNDER a minute. Any longer could damage the brush. Rinse quickly with warm water. For wood, apply tea tree mixture with a toothbrush, then rinse quickly with warm water.4. Lay on a clean towel, bristle side down til dry
Coconut Oil Hair Moisturizer1. Combine with water and sea salt for a spray on moisturizer/texturizer
TIP: Be sure to warm your coconut oil up first, so it becomes liquid before adding to the water and sea salt. Shake very well to incorporate.15
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All NaturalCleaning Spray-spray bottle-2 C filtered water-1 C white vinegar-20+ drops lemon essential oil-15+ drops basil essential oil
Combine and shake gently before each use.
Homemade GlassCleaner-2 C water-2 TBSP white vinegar-10-15 drops lemon essential oil
Combine in spray bottle and shake gently before each use. Spray on, wipe off with microfiber cloth.
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Lemon + LavenderDisinfecting Spray- 1/2 C white vinegar- 1/2 C vodka- 10 drops lavender essential oil- 10 drops lemon essential oil- 1 1/2 C water (distilled or boiled and cooled)
1. Combine in a spray bottle2. Spray surfaces generously and let sit for 10 minutese3. Wipe clean with microfiber cloth
Vinegar Laundry Rinse- 1 Gallon Jug white vinegar- 24-30 drops lemon & basil essential oils ORstalks of fresh herbs (get basil seed here)
1. Gently shake bottle to combine before every use.2. If using fresh herbs, be sure to strain herbs out before use and put back into the bottle3. Use 1/4 C rinse every load. Shake gently before use.
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Allspice = warming, cheering, comforting, nurturingBasil = clarifying, uplifting, energizing, refreshing; great for infections, healingBergamot = deodorizing, uplifting, inspiring, confidence-building; great for
arthritis & stressCedarwood = promotes inner strength, centeredness, and control of emo-
tional stress & anxietyChamomile = good against dry & sensitive skin, acne, eczema; great for skin
issues, inflammation, insomnia, stressCinnamon = comforting, warming; great for infections, mold
Citronella = purifying, vitalizing; great for candida, detoxifying, tumorsClove = warming, comforting
Eucalyptus = pain relieving, purifying, invigorating; great for coughs, asthma, circulation, cooling
Fir = Great for frozen shoulder, sprains, empowermentFrankincense & Myrrh = calming, visualizing, meditative; great for Alzheimer’s,
auto-immune disorders, brain functionGinger = warming, strengthening, anchoring; great for digestive issues, vertigo
Grapefruit = good against oily complexion, acneLavender = great for sensitive skin, burns, insomnia, stress, bug bites, acne,
eczema, itchy skinLemon = uplifting, refreshing, cheering, insect repellent, vitalizing, cleansing
Lime = refreshing, cheering; great for cleaning, detoxifying, energizingMarjoram = warming, balancing; great for motional healing, muscular support
Orange = cheering, refreshing, uplifting; great for anxiety, menopausePalmarosa = good for new cell growth, moisturizing, regulating oil
Patchouli = antimicrobial, astringent, deodorant; good against acne, oily skin, insect bites
Peppermint = clears sinuses, vitalizing, refreshing, cooling; good against allergiesRosemary = stimulating, restorative; good against acne, eczema, dermatitisSpearmint = used to cleanse & tighten pores; refreshing, cooling, vitalizing
Tangerine = cheering, uplifting; good for anxiety, immunityTea Tree = antibacterial; good against oily skin, acne, rashes, inflamed skinYlang Ylang = good for soothing irritated skin; good against oily skin, acne
Essential Oils + Their Uses*
*These essential oil uses are suggestions only. ALWAYS check with your doctor about the best way to treat your medical conditions.Never use essential oils on skin without a carrier oil.