Instructions

• Step 1: Boil liquid Pour water and witch hazel into a saucepan and bring it to a full boil over medium heat.
• Step 2: Remove from heat and add herbs Remove the water mixture from heat and pour in the nettle, chamomile, calendula, comfrey, eucalyptus, peppermint, and lavender. Allow to sit for 2 to 3 hours.
• TIP: You should be able to find all of the herbs at your local natural foods or health store. Call to make sure they have everything you need before heading out.
• Step 3: Strain Strain the liquid to remove all herbs -- you may need to strain more than once.
• TIP: Cheesecloth or a mesh sieve will give the best results when straining.
• Step 4: Add lemons and steep Add the lemon peels to the liquid and reheat to a full boil. Remove from heat and allow to steep for 2 to 3 hours.
• Step 5: Remove lemons add potassium Remove the lemon skins from the liquid and stir in the potassium sorbate. The potassium acts as a preservative.
• Step 6: Pour into a bottle Pour the liquid into a sterile bottle and put it on your bathroom counter for easy access. Use it to remove oils and give your skin a beautiful healthy glow.
• FACT: In "The Tale of Peter Rabbit," Peter Rabbit's mother prepared him a tea made with chamomile to calm him down after visiting Mr. McGregor's garden.

You Will Need

• 1 c. distilled water
• 2 c. witch hazel
• 1 tbsp. nettle
• 1 tbsp. chamomile
• 1 tbsp. calendula flower
• 1 tsp. comfrey
• 1 tsp. eucalyptus leaves
• 1 tsp. peppermint leaves
• 1 tsp. lavender buds
• 1 tsp. lemon peel
• 1/4 tsp. potassium sorbate
• Sterile bottle
• Cheesecloth or mesh sieve (optional)