Finger Food Mask

A hand mask for the masses.

The vitamins and rich emollients found in bananas and butter make for a perfect mask to sooth those dry hands. And it's almost good enough to eat (but we wouldn't recommend it)!

Here's what you do:

Mash the banana and mix in the butter. Rub the mixture into your hands. Relax for 10 minutes. Rinse, dry and follow with a hand lotion.

You'll need:

One ripe banana
1 teaspoon room-temperature butter

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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!
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Vodka, witch hazel, vinegar and lemon juice are natural preservatives and help extend the life of a DIY mixture.
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For gifts, consider separating the dry ingredients from the liquid and giving the recipient directions on how to mix them in one-use increments.