Easter is almost here (April 24th) and with all the chocolate that comes with this time of year I have a few suggestions on indulgent homemade products which mean you can satisfy your chocolate cravings without putting on extra pounds!
The best chocolate to use (and the healthiest kind to eat) contain at least 50 percent cacao. Also, as dark chocolate has a more bitter taste than Milk chocolate you'll only need a couple of squares to get your chocolate fix! Even if you don't enjoy the taste of dark chocolate you can still get the benefits from it by using it in one of these delicious skin care recipes!
Dark chocolate - made from cacao beans- can help your skin as the beans are one of the best sources for antioxidants.It's antioxidant properties can help against the signs of ageing and scientists are even researching into a special chocolate drink which can offer UV protection and help with skin texture, hydration and reduce redness.
Chocolate bubble bath:
Version 1:
You will need -
250ml Unscented bubble bath.
250ml Unscented bubble bath.
85ml Unsweetened soy milk.
85g Grated/powdered dark chocolate.
Heat the soy milk and and add in the grated/powdered chocolate. DO NOT BOIL!
Stir well until the chocolate is melted and thoroughly combined and leave to cool.
Add the bubble bath and give it one final stir to ensure the chocolate hasn't settled as it cooled down then add the desired amount to your bath.
Store any left over bubble bath mixture in a bottle ready for your next bath!
Enjoy!
Version 2:
You will need -
250ml Unscented bubble bath.
125ml Milk powder.
85g Powdered dark chocolate.
Mix the powdered milk and chocolate together and then add to the bubble bath, stirring it until the milk and chocolate has dissolved and become well mixed. Add the desired amount to your bath. Store any left over bubble bath mixture in a bottle ready for your next bath!
Enjoy!
Mint chocolate lip balm:
You will need -
1oz Beeswax.
1.5oz Cocoa butter.
1.5oz Shea butter.
1oz Vitamin E oil.
3-5 drops of peppermint essential oil.
Melt the beeswax and remove from the heat whilst stirring constantly.
Melt the cocoa butter and Shea butter, add the melted beeswax and mix thoroughly.
Add the vitamin E oil and continue stirring.
Finally add the peppermint oil, stir one last lime and add to your container.
Allow to cool and set before using.
Chocolate Lip gloss:
You will need -
1 1/2 teaspoon Grated cocoa butter.
1/2 teaspoon Grated coconut oil.
1/4 teaspoon Grated chocolate. (at least 50% cocoa content)
1/2 teaspoon Vitamin E oil.
Combine the grated cocoa butter, coconut oil and vitamin E oil in a double boiler or heatproof microwavable dish.
Heat until melted, stirring to combine all of the ingredients. DO NOT BOIL!
Add the grated chocolate into the oil mixture until it's evenly distributed and blended.
pour the mixture into a clean, dry container.
Chocolate face mask:
You will need -
40g Cocoa.
85g Honey.
2 tablespoons Full fat cream or sour cream.
3 tablespoons Oats - ground into a powder.
In a bowl, mix all the ingredients together in a bowl until it forms a smooth paste.
Apply evenly on your face, gently massing in small circles then leave it on for 20 minutes.
Rise off with warm water and enjoy beautiful soft skin.
Chocolate Facial:
You will need -
1/2 teaspoon Bicarbonate of Soda.
1 teaspoon Grated dark chocolate (50% or more cocoa content)
1 tablespoon Honey.
1 tablespoon Oats.
1-2 teaspoons Full fat milk or water.
Add the bicarbonate of soda, grated chocolate, honey and oats into a bowl and combine.
Add a small amount of the milk or water to form a soft paste. It should feel coarse but not runny.
Apply the chocolate paste to your face - rubbing gently to exfoliate, but avoid the delicate eye area.
Allow to set for 15 minutes then wash off with warm water.
xxVickyxx
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