How To Make A Nourishing Milk Bath Elixir
This cherished recipe harks back to my teenage years and remains close to my heart. It was born from my fascination with Cleopatra's beauty rituals, inspiring me to indulge in the opulence of bathing with the essence of ass's milk and rose petals.
For those following a vegan path, an alternative rendition can be crafted by incorporating more sodium bicarbonate or substituting it with kaolin (white clay). However, I must confess my adoration for the lavishness that milk powder imparts. As the cocoa butter dissolves in the warm embrace of bathwater, it bestows a wonderfully moisturizing touch. While the rose petals present a delightful spectacle within the jar, their allure diminishes once wet – thus, let them serve as adornments in moderation. Because the powdered elements command ample space, this formulation will amply fill a 12fl oz (350ml) jar, despite weighing a mere 5 1/2oz (160g).
The bouquet of the vanilla pod deepens with time spent nestled in the jar, amplifying its fragrance. A delightful note: the pod can be recycled for subsequent batches. Just remember to extract it before gifting or introducing the powder to the bath. I've found that vanilla harmonizes exquisitely with goats' milk powder; you might consider placing a vanilla pod within your jar or pouch of milk powder, allowing it to become imbued with its aroma, ready to grace your indulgent moments. Alternatively, if vanilla isn't your preference or you're lacking a vanilla pod, essential oils can step in to fill the aromatic void.
Ingredients For Nourishing Milk Bath Elixir
- 1 vanilla pod (optional)
- 1oz (50g) goats' milk powder
- 3oz (100g) sodium bicarbonate
- 20 drops essential oils (optional)
- 10g cocoa butter
- handful dried red rose petals (optional)
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- metal spoon
- cheese grater airtight 1%-cup (350ml) jar
Prepare Your Milk Powder And Vanilla Pods
Preparation
Should you have not already combined your goats' milk powder with the vanilla pod scent, and should you seek the vanilla allure of essential oils, a light score of the pod's surface with a sharp blade will beckon its aroma, ready to be released into the jar.
Start Making Our Nourishing Milk Bath Elixir With The Milk Powder
Step One
Commence by blending the vanilla-imbued goats' milk powder and sodium bicarbonate in the mixing bowl. If incorporating essential oils, introduce them at this juncture, ensuring a thorough integration with a spoon.
Grate In The Cocoa Butter
Step Two
Employ a fine grater to transform cocoa butter into delicate shavings, gently incorporating them into the bowl.
Add In Rose Petals To Our Nourishing Milk Bath Elixir
Step Three
Grace the mixture with a majority of the rose petals, reserving some for a final touch. As you luxuriate in your bath, gently scatter a few spoonfuls of the elixir into the running water.
To Finish Making Our Nourishing Milk Bath Elixir
Step Four
Preserve the residual mixture in the jar, adorning the top with a sprinkle of additional petals, elevating its visual appeal.
Nourishing Milk Bath Elixir Conclusion
Proposed Essential Oils
In this opulent concoction, opt for indulgent woods or intoxicating floral essences that dance in synergy with the creamy aroma of goats' milk powder. Ylang ylang, cedarwood, sandalwood, rose, geranium, patchouli, and vetiver encapsulate the essence of luxury.
Preparing Cocoa Butter Shavings
Before embarking on the grating process, ensure the cocoa butter has spent some time chilling in the refrigerator (or freezer) as it has a tendency to melt upon touch. Employ the finest grating side to yield a delicate powder rather than large chunks. A pastry brush or a clean paintbrush will prove invaluable for sweeping off any residual cocoa butter adhering to the grater, preventing it from liquefying upon contact with warmth.
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