🌿 Rejuvenating Bay Leaf Neck & Face Elixir
🌸 Why Bay Leaf?
Bay leaves are rich in:
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Antioxidants – help fight free radical damage and premature aging
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Anti-inflammatory compounds – calm redness and puffiness
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Natural astringents – tone and tighten skin
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Aromatherapeutic oils – promote relaxation and clarity
🧴 Ingredients:
Base Elixir:
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5–6 dried bay leaves (or 10 fresh)
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1 cup distilled water
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1 tsp witch hazel (alcohol-free, optional – for toning)
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1 tsp glycerin (vegetable-based, optional – for hydration)
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1 tbsp rose water or aloe vera juice (optional, for added skin benefits)
Optional Boosts:
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2–3 drops frankincense essential oil (for anti-aging & skin regeneration)
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2 drops lavender essential oil (for soothing)
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1 capsule vitamin E oil (skin-repairing and antioxidant)
🧪 How to Make It:
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Infuse the Bay Leaves:
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In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of distilled water to a gentle boil.
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Add bay leaves and simmer for 5–7 minutes until fragrant.
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Remove from heat, cover, and let steep for 20–30 minutes.
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Strain and let cool completely.
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Mix the Elixir:
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In a clean glass spray bottle or jar (4 oz or 120 ml), combine:
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¾ cup of the bay leaf infusion
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Witch hazel, glycerin, rose water/aloe, and essential oils if using.
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Shake gently to combine.
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Store:
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Keep in the fridge for up to 7–10 days if no preservatives are added.
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If you add a natural preservative (like Leucidal or a few drops of grapefruit seed extract), it can last up to 1 month.
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🌞 How to Use:
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Daily toner: After cleansing, spritz onto face and neck or apply with a cotton pad.
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Hydrating mist: Use during the day to refresh skin (especially in dry environments).
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Neck serum: Apply 5–6 drops and massage upward onto neck and décolleté at night.
⚠️ Tips & Notes:
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Always do a patch test before first use.
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Use alcohol-free witch hazel and pure essential oils suitable for skin use.
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Avoid if you have an allergy to bay leaf or similar botanicals.
Would you like a cream version, anti-acne variation, or something with anti-puffiness effects (great for under the eyes)?