Join us on FaceBook and YouTube Tuesdays at 1:00 PM to explore with our five senses. This month we’re focusing on science we can taste!
Premiere Dates:
- October 5th, 2021 – Ziploc Ice Cream
- October 19th, 2021 – Solubility
Join us on FaceBook and YouTube Tuesdays at 1:00 PM to explore with our five senses. This month we’re focusing on science we can taste!
Premiere Dates:
Join OFPL on Facebook, @galluplibrary, or YouTube Saturday, June 5th at 1:00 p.m. to make DIY self-care products.
Watch our Self-Care playlist on YouTube to improve your mental and physical health with a variety of self-care demos. Ingredient list is provided below:
Ingredients:
• 4 drops Lemon essential oil
• 1 drop Rosemary essential oil
• 1/4 cup carrier oil
• 1/4 cup fine grained sea salt
Instructions:
1. Mix together.
2. Apply to skin and gently massage.
3. Rinse off completely with warm water.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Busy day working and taking care of the family? Join us on Facebook @galluplibrary or YouTube at Octavia Fellin Public Library on Monday, March 1st at 12:00 p.m. to make DIY self-care products.
Ingredient list is available below:
INGREDIENTS:
• 1/2 c. organic shea butter
• 3 Tbsp. organic coconut oil room temperature
• 1 Tbsp. vitamin E, Jojoba or Argan oil
• 5–6 drops food grade essential oil I suggest lavender, lemon or Frankincense
• Optional: 2 Tbsp. witch hazel
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Combine everything with a handheld mixer until light and fluffy.
2. Store in an airtight, glass container.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Busy day working or taking care of the family? Join us on OFPL’s Facebook or YouTube, @galluplibrary on Monday, February 15th at 12:00 p.m. to make DIY self-care products.
Ingredient list is available below:
INGREDIENTS:
• 1 1/2 cups White Sugar
• 2 Tbsps. & 2 tsps. Coconut Oil
• 4 to 6 large Sage Leaves
• 1/4 cup Blackberries
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor and process on high until smooth.
2. Put in glass jar with snug fitting lid
3. Store at room temperature for up to 1 week
4. To use, wet skin, gently scrub with sugar scrub, and rinse with warm water.
5. Pat dry.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Join OFPL Live on Facebook, @galluplibrary on Saturday, October 24th at 1:00 p.m. to make DIY cosmetics with inexpensive ingredients. You can find the majority of ingredients at local stores like Wal-Mart, Albertsons, & La Montana Co-Op.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.
Each ingredient list is available below:
Ingredients:
• 1/2 med-large avocado
• 1–2 tsp. raw, local honey
• Optional: 2 tbsp. rolled oats
Instructions:
1. Combine all ingredients together in a small bowl.
2. Wash your face with a cleanser, dry, and then apply the mask liberally to the face and neck.
3. Let sit on your face for 20 minutes.
4. Wash the mask off your face and follow-up with your typical skincare routine.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.
Ingredients:
• 1/2 c. organic shea butter
• 3 Tbsp. organic coconut oil room temperature
• 1 Tbsp. vitamin E, Jojoba or Argan oil
• 5–6 drops food grade essential oil I suggest lavender, lemon or Frankincense
• Optional: 2 Tbsp. witch hazel
Instructions:
1. Combine everything with a handheld mixer until light and fluffy.
2. Store in an airtight, glass container.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.
Ingredients:
• 1/4 c. ground organic coffee
• 1/3 c. sweet almond oil
• 2 Tbsp. castor oil
• Dropper bottle
• Cheesecloth or nut milk bag
Instructions:
1. Combine the sweet almond oil and the coffee in a glass jar.
2. Cover with a lid and let sit on the counter for a week to infuse.
3. Using your cheesecloth or nut milk bag (that’s what I used), strain the infused oil into a bowl, you might have some small coffee residue that gets through and that’s just fine.
4. Add the castor oil to the bowl and stir to combine.
5. Using a small funnel, pour the oil into your dropper bottle.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.
Join OFPL Live on Facebook @galluplibrary on Saturday, September 12th and 26th at 1:00 p.m. to make your DIY cosmetics from items around your home. Each ingredient list is available below.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.
Okay, so you do have to buy some accessories for this process such as something to mold the bath bomb with and if you’re not big into canning and preserves you may not have citric acid laying around. But not to fear, it’s all worth it if you love a good tub! Mix the wet and dry ingredients separately. Then slower (spoonful by spoonful) mix the wet and dry ingredients together until you end up with a sand-like consistency. Pack the mixture into the mold and leave overnight to dry.
Toss everything in a cup, and stir together. If it’s too dry, add a bit more oil. If it’s too wet, add more salt.
Back by popular demand!
Enjoy an afternoon of pampering as we make DIY cosmetics such as body scrubs, face masks, and more. Join us at the Main Library on:
to make your DIY cosmetics. *All supplies provided.
Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.