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Molasses Nail Soak (softens cuticles and strengthens and conditions nails)

1/4 cup warm water

2 tablespoons molasses

Mix the water and molasses together, stirring well. Soak your nails for 15 to minutes and then rinse. For extra conditioning, apply the solution to clean nails with a cotton swab at bedtime, and rinse in the morning. Don't worry. This mixture rinses easily and won't leave your hands sticky.

Milk Hand Mask (can be used on face and body as well)

1/4 cup buttermilk

1/2 cup powdered organic milk or powdered buttermilk

Mix the buttermilk and powdered milk to form a smooth paste. Using a small paintbrush or pastry brush, spread an even layer of this mixture over your hands. Leave the mask on until it dries, approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse off with cool water and pat dry. Because milk is high in protein and vitamins, this mask really nourishes the skin, giving it a healthy glow.

Natural Nail Luster (to promote nail growth)

1 tablespoon pure olive oil / organic coconut oil

1/2 tablespoon powdered white clay (also called kaolin, found in health food stores)

Mix the olive / coconut oil and clay into a smooth cream. Massage a small amount

into your nails and cuticles. Buff gently with a cotton buffing pad.