Herbal Soap
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Herbal Soap
1/4 cup boiling water
5 drops scented essential oil*
1 Tbsp pulverized herbs*
2 cups Ivory or castille soap, grated
Pour boiling water over herbs. Add 5 to 6 drops scented oil; steep for 15 minutes. Reheat until bubbly and pour over the grated soap. Mix well with hands and let stand 15 minutes. Mix again and divide into 3 or 6 parts, rolling each into a ball, or place into molds that have been sprayed with a non-stick cooking spray. Place on plastic wrap and dry for 3 days.
*Chamomile, Lavender, peppermint, rosemary, sage, thyme or a combination. Choose a scented oil to match or compliment the natural scent of the herbs.
