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Herbal Soak Mix for Sore Muscles

makes 2 cups

1 cup dried rosemary

1/2 cup bay leaves

1/2 cup dried sage

1. Combine all infredients in a small mixing bowl and mix well. Pour into decorative 1-pint container with tight-fitting lid.

2 Attach gift tag with raffia or ribbon.

Pour 1/2 cup Herbal Soak Mix into knee-high stocking; knot and set aside. Bring 1 Quart water to boil in medium saucepan; turn off heat. Place stocking in water and steep 10-12 minutes. Remove stocking and pour into warm bath.

Oatmeal Facial Scrub Mix

Makes 2 cups

1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats

1/2 cup cornmeal

1/2 teaspoons jasmine soap fragrance

1. Process all ingredients in a blender or food processor until oats are very finely ground. Pour into a decorative 1-pint container with a tight-fitting lid, or into cellophane bags.

2. Attach gift tag with raffia or ribbon

TIP: If your gift recipient has especially sensitive skin, you can make an even gentler scrub by substituting baking soda for the cornmeal.

Pour 1 teaspoon Oatmeal Facial Scrub mix into palm of hand. Moisten with a little warer and gently massage into skin with fingertips in a circular motion. Rinse off immediately with plain water.