Sunny's Tired Tootsies Remedy

A hydrating, aromatic rub for tired feet.

Daily grind wreaking havoc on your feet? This recipe is just what the SpaGirl ordered. Before you go to bed tonight rub it in and give those tired tootsies what they want and need.

Here's what you do:

Add 12 drops of peppermint oil and 5 drops of lavender oil to 1/2 cup of body cream. Stir and store in a plastic or glass container. To use, first soak your feet in a tub or pail of warm soapy water for several minutes. Rinse and dry your feet. Then rub your feet generously with the foot cream, lay down on a bed and elevate your feet with a few pillows. For extra soft tootsies, don your favorite warm socks and sleep with the lotion on through the night.

You'll need:

Unscented body cream
Essential oil of peppermint
Essential oil of lavender

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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.