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Homemade Acne Solutions: Tea Tree Oil, Apple Cider Vinegar and Olive Oil Toner

Here's a recipe from Sally Knitter: 

Ingredients:

  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/2 c water
  • 1/4 c apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon tea tree oil

    Instructions:
    1. Mix the cream of tartar and water first, in their own bowl.
    2. Then add everything else.
    3. Pour into a lidded container and shake well. Remember to shake it also before each use. Apply it with a cotton ball.

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