Serves: 5
Total Calories: 192

8-10 fresh strawberries
2 teaspoons sweet almond oil (available in most health food stores)
1/2 cup olive oil

1. Wash and dry the strawberries. Grate the strawberries or rub them against a wire strainer, catching the juice in a measuring cup. When you have 1 ounce, or 2 tablespoons, discard the pulp that has accumulated in the strainer.

2. Blend the almond oil into the strawberry juice. Slowly add the olive oil, whisking continually until well incorporated. Pour the cleanser into a wide-mouthed bottle with a lid, and store in a cool place, but do not refrigerate. The oils will separate while standing, so shake well before using.

3. To use, massage the cleanser into your skin with your fingertips, avoiding the area around the eyes. Expect a tingle from the acid in the strawberry juice. Rinse off with lukewarm water, and finish with a splash of cool water to close your pores.

Nutritional Facts:

Serves: 5
Total Calories: 192
Calories from Fat: 192

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