DIY Aromatherapy Play Dough!

Method:

1. Set the metal bowl on the scale and weigh out all the ingredients. Or if using a pot, weigh out everything and then add to the pot.
2. Give the mixture a good stir and work out any lumps. It will have a thin, pourable consistency.
3. If using the metal bowl, turn on a hot plate and set the bowl directly on the plate. Stirring constantly, allow the mixture to heat up. It will thicken as it cooks.
4. When ready it will come away from the sides as you stir and you should be able to roll a ball with the dough without it sticking to anything. If it is sticking then allow it to cook a little longer.
5. Remove from the heat and give it a knead on a flat surface to make sure the dough is smooth and elastic. If using a pot, follow the same cooking process.
6. While kneading, work in a few drops of essential oil and some mica for colour if you like. Don't use too much mica or it may stain - only a small amount is needed for some pretty colours! You could also try colouring with food colour.

Salt is a humectant and will attract moisture, so keep your dough wrapped up in cling wrap. I also recommend doing this to prevent the dough from drying out when not in use.

Play instructions:

As play dough picks up germs on hands, please wash your hands before use.

As there is salt in the mixture, it can be a little drying on the hands if used for longer periods of time. Please wash hands after use to rinse off any residue.

Make sure to store the play dough in cling wrap or in an airtight container.

Enjoy!