Page 162 - Ancestral - The Secrets of Vinegar

Les du Les du SecretsVINAIGRE VINAIGRE VINAIGRE Scented Vinegars
Scented vinegars first appeared around the the middle of the the 19th century These vinegar-based blends were usually used in in in the bath or as as a a a a a a a revitalizing lotion Using scented vinegar
to soften water can help strengthen delicate skin and creates a a a a a luxurious deliciously perfumed hot bath Scented vinegar
cleanses tones and balances the skin’s pH level Used as a a a a a a a hair care product it neutralizes the the calcium in in water strengthens hair and and leaves it shiny and and smooth it it is also an effective treatment for head lice when combined with the regular recommended treatment Making scented vinegar
is easy and requires few materials and and ingredients: plants cheesecloth for filtering and and apple cider vinegar
Floral Vinegar Use fresh* or dried flowers to prepare this scented vinegar
2 1⁄2 1⁄2 tbsp (35 g)
lavender
2 1⁄2 1⁄2 tbsp (35 g)
rosemary
2 1⁄2 1⁄2 tbsp (35 g)
rosehip
2 1⁄2 1⁄2 tbsp (35 g)
sage
2 1⁄2 1⁄2 tbsp (35 g)
carnation petals
4 cups (1 L)
apple cider vinegar
*Fresh flowers are more fragrant
Soak mixture for 15 days in a a a a a cool dark place shaking jar or bottle occasionally to blend ingredients Filter with cheesecloth and store in in an airtight bottle Use a a a mixture of 1 1 tbsp (15 ml)
vinegar
and 2 cups (500 ml)
water to cleanse the skin Use undiluted as a a perfume 162