Other creative ways of using food in the classroom.

Did you know that alot of food holds medicinal value? Why not try making your own beauty products in class to sell of for the children to take home?

Here are a few ideas that could be used in class:

Face masks:

Honey has antibacterial properties, it is an antiseptic and is useful in treating cuts, wounds, and abrasions.It is a good cleanser and a very effective moisturiser for the skin. Honey properties also protect your skin under the sun. 
Try mixing
Honey with lemon juice for a cleansing facemask.
Honey with bananas to help with acne and blemishes
Honey with avocado to help with dry skin

Soap bags

HERBAL BATH BAG

A herbal bath bag, is a great alternative to soap and are great for little gifts for Christmas, birthdays and mother’s day.

Ingredients

50g organic fine oatmeal (or oatmeal and ground almond blend)

50g dried organic lavender

This recipe uses only two ingredients (or three, if you like) which cuts down on cost.

Shelf-life: 3 months, as a dry mix

Skin types: suitable for all

How to make it:

1. Break apart half of the lavender, leaving the rest whole

2. Mix all the ingredients together

3. Tie up in a muslin circle with raffia to make a little sack

4. You can make several of these up at once and store them in a glass jar

How to use:

Add to warm bath and use the oaty bag like soap.