Tahitian Neroli Cream
submitted by Kim Baron

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This is a rich, wonderful cream perfect for itchy winter skin. The hydrosol, virgin coconut oil, and Monoi blend together for a lush scent with no need for additional fragrance of any kind.

Measurements are by weight, not volume.

Yield: Approx. 10 ounces Prep Time: 30 minutes Price Category: 3 Difficulty Level: 3 Shelf Life: 3 months Rating: Add your rating! Ingredients: .1 ounce citric acid .3 ounces stearic acid .3 ounces emulsifying wax .4 ounces virgin coconut oil .9 ounces Monoi de Tahiti Oil .4 ounces aloe vera oil 8 ounces neroli hydrosol

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Blending Procedure:

1. Gently warm the hydrosol and dissolve the citric acid in it. Stir to completely dissolve the citric acid and set aside.
   
   
2. Place the remaining ingredients in large heat proof (like Pyrex) glass measuring cup with a pour spout. Place the mixture in a hot water bath until the stearic acid is completely melted. Remove from heat. Cool until the outside of the container is just warm to the touch.
   
   
3. Slowly pour the warm hydrosol into the wax and oils while blending with a stick blender. Beat until the cream begins to get thick. Pour into a clean jar. This may seem more of a lotion than a cream at first, but as it cools it will thicken up.
   
   
4. Enjoy!

Comments:

"I love this recipe! It makes great heel cream!!! Keeps those summer heels soft and smooth, not hard and cracked. My mom swears by it!!!"
Submitted by: strent76

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