Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup oil (coconut, olive, almond or grapeseed are good)
• 5 tsp Zinc Oxide
• 1 TBSP Beeswax or emulsifying wax
• 3 TBSP natural aloe vera gel (not the kind with alcohol or propylene glyco)l
• 1/2 cup distilled water or brewed green tea (strained)
• 2-3 capsules of Vitamin E oil (optional)
• 10 drops Grapefruit Seed Extract (optional)
• Essential Oils of Coconut Extract for scent (optional) [do not use citrus essential oils since they can actually cause burning]

How To Make Natural Sunscreen:

1. Heat Oil and beeswax on double boiler until just melted.
2. Remove from heat, and add vitamin E and essential oils.
3. Put into bowl that will not be used for food, and add zinc oxide powder, set aside.
4. In small pan, heat water or tea and aloe vera until just warm.
5. Add the water/aloe mixture slowly while whisking vigorously or use an immersion blender.
6. Add any additional essential oils or fragrances

An Even Faster Way To Make Sunscreen:

• Get a bottle of your favorite lotion (make sure it doesn’t contain citrus oils)
• Add a couple Tablespoons of Zinc Oxide
• Mix well
• Use as Sunscreen

Disclaimer: I personally have NOT tried this recipe yet, it is on my list to try,

Do you have a homemade recipe that you want to share?  Please email me!

Ashley Myers