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By Colleen K. Dodt
April/May 2006

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Makes approximately 6 ounces

4 ounces shea butter
2 tablespoons jojoba oil
2 tablespoons (^_2/3 ounce) beeswax
16 drops rose geranium essential oil
6 drops Roman chamomile essential oil
800 IU vitamin E oil
10 drops tincture of benzoin, optional (as a natural preservative)
Small, wide-mouthed glass jar

Melt shea butter and beeswax in the top of a double boiler. Add remaining ingredients.
Allow to cool, then pour into jar and close tightly. Label the jar.

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