Cedarwood is a very popular ingredient in men's toiletries not only because of its' scent but because of its astringent and antiseptic qualities as well, while juniper is cooling and refreshing. Combined together this recipe will create a very familiar masculine scent worthy even for the most manliest of men.
Recipe from:
Farrer-Halls Gill. Natural Beauty Recipe Book. (2006)
Ingredients:
1 1/2 tbsp (20 ml) high proof vodka
8 drops cedarwood
6 drops cypress
3 drops juniper
4 tbsp (50 ml) witch hazel
6 1/2 tbsp (100 ml) orange flower water
6 1/2 tbsp (100 ml) orange flower water
1. Pour the vodka into a 7 oz (200 ml) glass bottle. Carefully add the essential oils, one by one, and shake vigorously until the oils have dissolved.
2. Add the witch hazel and shake well. Then add the orange flower water and shake again.
3. Label the bottle and the aftershave is ready to use.
4. Make sure to shake the bottle before using each time to disperse the oils.
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