Bora Bora Coconut and Essential Oil Nail Warmer

A hydrating treatment for dry, brittle nails.

The heat and coconut oil in the recipe help dry, brittle nails absorb moisture.

Here's what you do:

Warm the coconut oil in a saucepan over low heat. Add the essential oils. Massage this wonderfully nourishing, aromatic oil into your hands and nails. Source: From Naturally Beautiful by Dawn Gallagher and Melanie Menagh.

You'll need:

3 to 4 ounces coconut oil
5 drops chamomile oil
5 drops lavender oil
5 drops geranium oil
2 drops ylang-ylang oil

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Do-It-Yourself Tips:

Try out your concoctions on an inconspicuous place like your forearm before you go slathering it all your body and have fun!
Use recipes with perishable food items such as eggs and veggies immediately or store in an airtight container up to one week in the frig.
Vodka, witch hazel, vinegar and lemon juice are natural preservatives and help extend the life of a DIY mixture.
Sugar and salt scrubs generally keep for a couple months as long as the container has a tight seal.
Store aromatherapy massage oils in a dark, well-sealed glass container for up to 6 months.
For gifts, consider separating the dry ingredients from the liquid and giving the recipient directions on how to mix them in one-use increments.