How to make your own scented body powder

Custom scented body powder is easy to make and a great addition to your beauty regimen. You feel better about using the natural ingredients on your body. It also makes a wonderful homemade gift for friends and family. You can be creative with your scents and storage containers. Use an exotic fragrance or fancy crystal container. Or, it can be a simple vanilla powder in a cardboard sifter.

things you'll need:

• 1/lb talc or starch
• 30 drops Aromatic Essential Oils concentrate of your choice
• container of your choice

Instructions

1. Add aromatherapy oil in single drops to the talc or starch. Make sure you are mixing in a large enough bowl to contain the powder.

2. Work the scented oil into the powder using a non-metallic utensil or your hands. A wooden pop cycle stick will work.

3. Put the mixture into a sieve and force through to distribute the oil thoroughly.

4. Put the perfume powder in a zip lock bag or another container which allows you to shake it. Shake the bag or container once a day for five days.

5. Package it in original containers. Look for things around the house you can recycle, such as containers for seasoning or pretty boxes.