How to Guide: Matcha Thigh Smoothing Gel Masque

A masque for your thighs? Yes! This simple yet effective masque is a must have for summer. Matcha tea has a high caffeine content for maximum smoothing effect and OptiMSM helps to enhance the caffeine properties. Soothing Roman Chamomile helps to balance this powerful smoothing masque! The effects are amazing and can last up to 3 hours after application!

Equipment You’ll Need
• Stovetop safe pot or beaker
• Measuring cups/spoon or scale
• Stick Blender or another high shear mixer

DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Moderate
Approximate yield: 1 Pound
Approximate cost per pound: $11.99
Suggested Packaging: 4 oz bottle with a pump top
Suggested retail price: $15 - $20

Ingredients
Ingredient LBS Kitchen %
Roman Chamomile Distillate 0.8150 1 1/2 cup 81.49%
Opti MSM 0.0081 1/2 tsp (heaping) 0.82%
Matcha Green Tea 0.0407 1 1/2 tbsp 4.08%
Xanthan Gum 0.1222 1/4 cup 12.22%
Optiphen Plus 0.0139 1/2 tbsp 1.39%

Directions
1. Heat Roman Chamomile Distillate to 120F -130F
2. Add OptiMSM and Matcha Green Tea. Stir until both are fully dissolved
3. Once thoroughly mixed, insert your stick blender and begin mixing. Slowly sprinkle in the xanthan gum while mixing. You may need to increase the speed of your mixer as it thickens.
4. Once blended smooth, mix in the Optiphen Plus.
5. Apply to areas in need of smoothing and leave on for 15 – 20 minutes.

Please note that this recipe has not been challenge tested for preservation efficacy. If you use this recipe for market sales, it is up to you to ensure the safety of the product.