The Home Apothecary : Cold Spring Apothecary's Cookbook of Hand-Crafted Remedies & Recipes for the Hair, Skin, Body, and Home

With the resurgence of small-batch, locally crafted boutiques and brands that mimic heritage brand ideals, today’s consumers are looking for a product with an emphasis on locally sourced production and ingredients. They are already stocking their pantries and fridges with natural, whole foods and relying on real ingredients for better health. The Home Apothecary offers fresh ideas for caring for the body on the outside, too. It features a bounty of recipes: more than 75 original, natural, and absolutely chemical-free body care products from face masks to bug repellent to soothing lotions. Cold Spring Apothecary’s nationally recognized green-luxury beauty and home goods formulas will be taught in such a way that readers will soon be experimenting on their own. Cover 1 Title 3 CONTENTS 4 INTRODUCTION 7 PART 1: BECOME A HOME APOTHECARY 8 Chapter 1: Meet the Apothecaries 11 A Brief History of the Apothecary’s Craft 11 The Importance of Naturals 14 Chapter 2: Set Up an Apothecary Pantry 19 Essential Oils 19 Herbs (Dried or Fresh) 30 Butters and Carrier Oils 38 Other Useful Ingredients 43 Preservatives 48 Chapter 3: Master the Apothecary Basics 51 The Apothecary Toolbox 51 Preparation Techniques 53 PART 2: THE APOTHECARY’S REMEDIES AND RECIPES 64 Chapter 4: Skin Care Recipes 67 Skin Care 101 67 Cleansers and Scrubs 72 Toners and Astringents 84 Creams and Lotions 87 Treatment Oils and Gentle Cleansers 90 Facial Treatments and Serums 92 Eye Treatments 94 Lip Treatments 96 Natural Sun Protection 98 Sun Relief Treatments 100 Chapter 5: Body Care Recipes 103 Teas 104 Honey Blends 106 Tinctures 107 Syrups and Lozenges 108 Salves (Ointments) 110 Poultices and Compresses 111 Steam Inhalations 113 Bath Soaks 114 Body Butters and Scrubs 116 Massage Oils 118 Body Powders and Deodorants 120 Toothpastes 122 Mouthwashes 123 Chapter 6: Hair Care Recipes 125 Hair Care 101 126 Shampoos and Rinses 128 Conditioners and Treatment Oils 131 Chapter 7: Recipes for the Home 135 Cleaning Supplies 137 Household Insect Deterrents 138 Chapter 8: Seasonal Recipes Inspired by Your Farmers’ Market 141 Summer 142 Autumn 144 Winter 145 Spring 146 APPENDIX 148 QUICK REFERENCE CHARTS 148 GLOSSARY 150 A 150 B 150 C 150 D 150 E 151 H 151 I 151 M 151 O 151 P 151 S 151 T 151 RESOURCES 152 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 153 ABOUT THE AUTHOR 154 INDEX 155 A 155 B 155 C 156 D 156 E 156 F 157 G 157 H 157 I 157 J 157 K 157 L 157 M 157 N 158 O 158 P 158 Q 158 R 158 S 158 T 159 U 159 V 159 W 159 Y 159 Z 159 An apothecary is a skilled craftsperson who compounds herbal mixtures that enhance health and beauty. Put aside the modern world of tricky marketing and harmful chemicals and create your own apothecary solutions. They're fresh, safe, effective, and can save you money—and many are made from the wholesome ingredients already in your kitchen and garden. Inside you'll find: Skin Care 101 , including how to make cleansers, scrubs, creams and lotions, tonics, and toners for oily, dry, sensitive, or combination skin—along with acne treatments, natural sunscreen, lip balm, and more Body care recipes for homemade body scrubs, massage oil, body powder, and toothpaste Remedies for what ails you , including healing cough syrups, compresses, teas, and tinctures Hair care recipes for dry, normal, or oily hair—add shine, clear up dandruff, and control thinning and volume Recipes for the home , including Kitchen Sink Scrub, Drawer Refresher, and Fly Deterrent Plus, get inspired at your farmers' market and explore seasonal recipes for a Pumpkin Mask, Cucumber Toner, and more! Nature has given us all we need for both inner and outer health. With The Home Apothecary , learn to make your own products with ingredients you choose, scent to your preferences, and customize to your body's needs. An apothecary is a skilled craftsperson who compounds herbal mixtures that enhance health and beauty. Put aside the modern world of tricky marketing and harmful chemicals and create your own apothecary solutions. They're fresh, safe, and effective - and many are made from wholesome ingredients already in your kitchen and garden. Inside you'll find: skin care 101: How to make cleansers, scrubs, creams, lotions, and tonics; and toners for oily, dry, sensitive, or combination skin - along with acne treatments, natural sunscreen, lip balm, and more; body care recipes for homemade body scrubs, massage oil, body powder, and toothpaste; remedies for what ails you, including healing cough syrups, compresses, teas, and tinctures; hair care recipes for dry, normal, or oily hair - add shine, clear up dandruff, and control thinning and volume; recipes for the home, including kitchen sink scrub, drawer refresher, and fly deterrent; plus, get inspired at your farmers' market and explore seasonal recipes for a pumpkin mask, cucumber toner, and more!