This foot rub is a nice way to treat yourself after a long day on your feet. Vinegar and camphor are both mildly astringent and cooling and will stimulate and energize your tired feet. MAKES 2 OUNCES
• 2 tablespoons sunflower oil
• 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon camphor oil
1. Mix together all ingredients and stir well. Pour into a clean container with a tight-fitting lid.
2. To use: Massage a small amount of the foot rub oil into your feet. Put your feet up and relax for at least 15 minutes.
Janice Cox is the co-author of EcoBeauty (Ten Speed Press, 2009).
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