How to Make Homemade Calamine Lotion

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Calamine lotion was a fabulous way to treat itchy bug bites or poison, and still is.

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Soon, you’ll be dealing with sunburns, bugs and plants that cause irritations.

You'll need the following: – Bentonite clay – Pink kaolin clay – Baking soda – Salt – Water – Lavender – Glycerin

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Combine all ingredients together well in a small bowl.

Transfer to a clean jar with a lid.

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Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

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