How Do You Make Violet Eye Cream?
Violets have been long prized as a symbol or romance and the scent is considered both restful and nostalgia-inducing. The famous French author, Émile Zola loved violets and they appeared in his literature from time to time. For you, violets can refresh tired eyes, lift the spirit and help to reduce puffiness around the eye area. You will likely want to share this one with friends. This cream is on the complex side but if you are a homemade cosmetic devotee, locating the ingredients and taking the time to make this delightful concoction should be a pleasure and not difficult at all. For beginners, you might want to attempt an easier cream first for practice; if not, just have a lot of patience! • Pour the boiling water over the violet flowers and leaves and the lavender leaves in a small to medium sized bowl. • Cover the bowl. Use an overturned plate, a tea towel or aluminum foil as a lid. • Allow to steep for 20 – 30 minutes. • Pass the mixture through a sieve to capture the flowers an
• Pour the boiling water over the violet flowers and leaves and the lavender leaves in a small to medium sized bowl. • Cover the bowl. Use an overturned plate, a tea towel or aluminum foil as a lid. • Allow to steep for 20 – 30 minutes. • Pass the mixture through a sieve to capture the flowers and leaves. The liquid should go straight into a measuring jug. Compost the flowers and leaves. • Put the strained, infused water to one side. • Heat a double boiler to simmering. Add the jojoba oil, emulsifying wax, stearic acid and glycerin to the double boiler. • Stir gently until melted into a mixture. • Take the infused water and slowly pour it into the melted mixture. Stir as you do this. • Continue stirring until the new mix is smooth and blended completely. • Remove from the heat. • Blend in the essential oils and vitamin E oil with a hand mixer. Continue mixing until the mixture thickens. It should also have a fluffed appearance. • Pour the completed mixture into the storage containers.
