Topic: all beautifull skin challenge Posted: 18 Mar 2008 at 11:34am
so who's with me?
lets make it a routine to try out natural products to get our skin (face) healthy glowing. we can post articles that might help to achieve that.
we need to post before and after pictures of the face area (dont need the whole face) and see if it worked. maybe we can try it one month and see how it goes.
When cleansing and moisturizing your skin, it is imperative that you keep in mind that oil disolves oil. Do not be afraid of applying oil to your face. Oil, alone, will not cause you blemishes. Pimples, cysts, zits, blackheads and whiteheads are a result of several different factors including hormones, bacteria, dead skin cells and the buildup of these factors. Your skin naturally produces oil because it needs it. It is not a malicious force to be reckoned with, it is there for the benefit of your skin. It is naturally occurring. Oil helps lubricate, heal, protect, and moisturize your skin so that it may function properly. Properly functioning skin is beautiful, clear, and glowing.
While I'm talking about the benefits of oil applied externally, I'd like to mention how important it is to moisturize from the inside as well. WATER! Drink no less than 8 glasses of water a day. If your skin has issues with blemishes, drink up! Water will help release and remove the toxins from within, leaving behind glowing, dewey, toned skin. Carry a bottle of water around with you throughout the day so water is always available.
Now, to the point of this article.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) is used for moisture, while Castor Oil (CO) is used for cleansing. Castor Oil tends to be a bit on the thick side, so a mix of the two (EVOO/CO) is frequently used. This allows for the Castor Oil to really sink into the pores and draw out the dirt and grime to the surface. You can vary this ratio to match your skins needs. More EVOO for moisture or more CO for cleansing (25/75 EVOO/CO for Oily skin, or 75/25 EVOO/CO for dry skin). EVOO is incredibly high in antioxidants, while CO is excellent for drawing and healing. CO has been the focus of many books and medical discussion because of its seemingly "magical" healing properties. It only makes sense (after a bit of research) that one would use CO on their face to help treat blemishes and acne, or simply to make their skin look and feel better.
As quoted in The Oil That Heals by Dr. McGarey, a country doctor (unknown?) states, "Castor oil will leave the body in better condition than it found it."
The Routine:
Massage a substantial amount (the cup of your palm, while hand is held open) of EVOO/CO into your face and neck.
This is to be done over makeup or any visible dirt. Take this time to give yourself a facial massage. Really work the oil into your skin. Take your time, breathe deeply, and relax. Sit down to do this if it helps.
You, of course, do not have to sit and relax, but keep in mind that stress isn't good for your skin and you should take any moment you can to destress and let tension float away.
Take a washcloth, terry cloth or flannel preferred, and soak it in steamy hot water. Wring it out and drape it over your face.
What we are doing is steaming your face as an esthetician would, but without the steam machine. You want to open your pores. This helps release any impurities from deep within your pores.
As the washcloth begins to cool, gently wipe the oil and dirt away. This will also help remove any dead skin cells that are stubbornly clinging on.
Rinse the washcloth out in hot water and wipe away any remaining impurities. You may have to do this two or three times more to remove any remaining dirt and oil residue, but it will come off leaving your skin with a beautiful, healthy glow. No additional cleansing is necessary.
After you have rinsed well, you can either splash your face with cool water to help tone and close your pores, or if your face feels tight, you can moisturize.
If your skin feels tight, take a tiny drop of your EVOO/CO, rub it between your clean, damp palms and pat it into your damp skin. Massage any oil residue into your skin so there is no film of oil left sitting on the surface. Being prone to breakouts, myself, I've found that this is perhaps the most important step.
Depending on your skin type, here are some great masks to try. For oily skin use some plain Milk of Magnesia, rub it on and let dry, then rinse with lukewarm water. It absorbs oil wonderfully!
For Normal/combination skin mix one egg and 1/2 cup cooked instant oatmeal and a teaspoon olive oil until smooth. Spread on your face and leave 15 min then rinse.
For dry skin, mix one egg yolk, one teaspoon honey and a teaspoon olive oil and some vitamin E oil if you have it. Smooth on and leave on for 15 min. , rinse in lukewarm water and pat dry. If your skin is a bit dry you can put a dab or two of either olive oil, or any other light oil.
Homemade Facial Scrub Instead of Soap
This is for the lady who wanted a homemade facial mask. First, clean your face with water only. Never use soap. You can open your pores with hot compresses (washcloth) For a facial scrub, moisten oatmeal to a "goo", use it to scrub your face (not around your eyes). Wash off with cool water.You may also make a paste of the oatmeal and allow it to dry..remove with cool water.You may also beat an egg white, put it on your face and let it dry, rinse with cool water. Sliced fresh cucumber placed on your closed eyes will reduce bagginess and dark circles.To make your hair shine, rub in some regular mayonnaise,shampoo out after 15 minutes.
Honey for Best Facial
The best facial mask that i have found is honey. Use warm cloth to open pores, smear on honey, leave on 15 to 30 minutes, rinse off with warm water, and then use cold water to close pores. Use for 3 days in a row and then once a week. Sometimes I mix a little gound oatmeal with the honey, which makes a great mask.
Facial Feels Good
One my daughter and I had fun with and found to have a cleansing and softening effect was to mix regular clean kitty litter, the clay kind, with water and strain out the grit. It really felt good.
Exfoliating Mask
For an easy exfoliating mask, mix three tablespoons olive oil or any good oil and one tablespoon kosher salt mix and gently rub into dry skin. Do not use around eye area. This works great on elbows and feet, but it can also be used on cheeks and forehead
Egg Yolk
The best homemade facial mask that I have used is a raw egg yolk. just apply the raw yolk to your face and neck for 30 minutes and rinse with cool water. Egg yolks are high in vitamin A. The mask is very effective in healing blemishes.
Match Mask to Your Skin Type
For trouble-prone skin, mix oatmeal with water to form a paste.
For normal to oily skin, use an egg white.
For dry skin, use an egg yolk.
In all cases, spread mixture on face and allow to dry. Rinse thoroughly with cool water.
For oily skin, witch hazel makes an inexpensive toner.
For dry skin, you may want to add moisturizer while skin is still damp.
Oatmeal
The cheapest and best facial mask I have ever come up with is oatmeal processed to a powder in the blender and either skim milk or if you are trying to fade spots lemon juice. Really works well for me and I have dry skin.
More Facial Maks Choices
The kind of the mask you want to use depends on your skin type.
For dry skin, try:
an egg yolk mixed with olive oil and warmed honey
sour cream
plain olive oil
avocado
For oily skin:
dissolve a teaspoon of baking yeast in a small amount of warm milk, wait until foamy, then apply (best done in the bath tub);
puree flesh of a tomato and mix with some potato flour to make a paste;
cucumber (it will whiten your skin);
beaten egg whites with a few drops of lemon juice (great for getting rid of blackheads);
carrots (but don't use this one more than about every other week because it can overdry your skin). This one will make you look tanned.
General refreshing masks:
grapes (just cut a berry in half and rub lightly)
strawberries (test behind your ear first, because many people are alergic to strawberies used this way even thougth they can eat them just fine)
honey and ricotta cheese
Many fruits and vegetables can also be used to good effect. Anything acidic (lemon, strawberries, etc) will tend to whiten and refresh your skin, but you need to be careful if your skin is dry.
In general, don't apply masks more often than about twice a week, and try to vary the ingredients.
It is a good idea to test the mask first. Apply a small amount behind your ear, wait 20 minutes, then wash off. Then wait 24 hours. If the skin behind your ear is normal, then go ahead and use the mask.
Egg Yolk and Honey
I reader recently asked if anyone had a recipe for homemade facial masks. I often use an egg yolk and honey mask. Just mix one egg yolk with a little honey and spread it on your face and neck. When it dries, rinse it off. Your skin will feel so fresh and soft!
Put all the ingredients in a blender, or mash by hand in a bowl. Add extra orange juice if the mixture is too thick. Use your fingers to spread the mask over your face and neck and leave it on for at least 30 minutes, preferably longer, before removing. Use a warm flannel to rinse off the mask - this will help gently exfoliate skin as well as clean your face. This mask will keep for a day or two in the fridge if you don't use it all.
Honey face mask for sensitive skin
Warm a small pot of honey in a double boiler, then test a small amount on your hand to make sure it's not too hot. When warm, apply the honey generously over your entire face. Leave the mask on for 15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with warm, then cool water.
Egg white mask for oily skin
Ingredients
1 egg white 6 drops witch hazel 6 drops lemon juice
How to make
Whisk the egg white until it's stiff, and then add the remaining ingredients. Gently apply the mixture to your face, avoiding your eyes. Leave to dry for 15 minutes or so. Rinse well with warm water.
Marie Antoinette's face mask
This wife of King Louis XVI of France was a legendary beauty. Many believe that this mixture was the secret of her clear and glowing skin - so much so that it's still used as a popular facial treatment in France. This mask is suitable for all skin types, but the witch hazel and lemon can be harsh on dry skin. If you indulge, be sure to use your regular moisturiser afterwards.
Ingredients
1 egg Juice of one lemon 4 tbsp cup non-fat dry milk powder 1 tbsp witch hazel
How to make
Put all the ingredients in a blender or food processor and mix well. Alternatively, you can blend them together by using a fork or a wire whisk. Apply the mixture to your face, neck and chest and allow it to dry for around 15 minutes. Use the remaining cream as a cleanser to remove the mask. Then, rinse your face thoroughly with warm water and pat dry.
Butter face mask
Ingredients
1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened 1 large strawberry, mashed Or 1 2.5-cm (1 inch) slice of cucumber, chopped and rubbed through a sieve (for normal to dry skin) Or 1 tbsp lemon juice (for oily skin) Or 1 egg yolk (for dry skin)
How to make
Beat the butter in a bowl, then beat in your chosen ingredient. Apply mask immediately and leave on for 10 to 15 minutes. Remove with a wet, warm washcloth. Butter is a good source of vitamin A, so it makes a perfect mask for sensitive, sunburned or damaged skin.
Natural Homemade Face masks Recipe
To have a natural beauty is a blessing for a womanbut most women tend to lose it through their own negligence in their bid to out do each other in modernity. As soon as she reaches adolescence, a girl is attracted towards artificial make-up.The excessive use of make-up makes one lose her natural beauty. The pores of the skin get clogged by these make-up things. Clogging prevents the carbon dioxide inside our body from coming out and also prevents fresh oxygen from entering the body. This results in the skin losing its original glow. The face becomes unattractive. It must be remembered that to regain the lost beauty is extremely difficult. Facial, once a week, keeps the face attractive. For a facial the face is first thoroughly cleaned. After that it is massaged and steamed and then the face-pack is applied.
Banana and Honey face mask
Combine 1/2 banana (mashed) with 1 tablespoon honey and 2 tablespoons of sour cream. Apply to face and leave on for 10 minutes. Gently wipe off with damp wash cloth. Ban dry skin, and keep your face soft and smooth with this face pack: mix 6 oz plain yoghurt, one crushed almond, 2 tsp honey and 2tsp wheat germ oil until smooth. Massage mixture into skin and keep for 20 minutes.
Almonds and Strawberries face mask:
In a food processor or blender, combine 1/2 cucumber, 1 tablespoon yogurt, 3 or 4 ripe strawberries, and 1 teaspoon honey. Apply to face and leave on until it dries. Gently wipe off with damp wash cloth.
Homemade Apricots face mask and Cream:
Soak 1 cup of dried apricots in warms water until softened. Then puree in blender or food processor with 2 tablespoons of skim milk powder. Apply to face and leave on for 15 minutes. Gently wipe off with damp wash cloth.
Cucumber and Yogurt face mask:
Puree 1/2 of a peeled, sliced cucumber in a blender or food processor with 1 tablespoon of yogurt. Apply to face and leave on for 20 minutes. Gently wipe off with a damp wash cloth.
Chocolate Truffle Mask:
Mix 4 tablespoons of cocoa powder in a bowl with 4 tablespoons of milk until it looks like thick pudding. apply to face for 10 minutes for normal skin or 20 minutes for oily/ acne prone skin. This one smells awsome!!
Strawberry Facial:
Mash together 1/2 cup of ripe strawberries with 1/4 cup of cornstarch until a paste forms. Apply to face and leave on for 30 minutes. Avoid eye area! Rinse off with cool water. Really good for teens!!
"Bump" Facial masks:
Puree in a blender or food processor 1 chopped, ripe tomato, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of instant oatmeal or rolled oats. If mixture seems too runny, and more oats. Apply to skin for 10 minutes and rinse with warm water. Great for acne!!
It is true that natural way takes a little time to cure a problem, but usually it is cheaper and better for you. Here is a very detailed list of all acne and pimples home remedy that you can carry out within your daily routine.
1. Garlic: Peel and mash eight cloves of fresh garlic. Apply to face avoiding the area around the eyes. Leave on for about 15 minutes. Wash off with a warm cloth. Finish with a rinse of the vinegar pH balancer.
2. Make a face pack of bran plus baking soda and water. Mix into a paste, apply to the face, leaving on for 15 minutes. Rinse with solution of 1 part apple cider vinegar and 8 parts water.
3. 1 tsp. Groundnut oil mixed with an equal amt. of lime juice may be applied daily to prevent formation of blackheads, pimples and helps in acne treatment.
4. Get some rosewater in bowl. Add equal amount of cucumber paste on it. Stir it properly and have a pack of it for 20 minutes. It will also help in controlling pimples.
5. After washing skin rinse with any of the following herb infusions: a) chamomile which is purifying b) yarrow to eliminate toxins c) catnip which is an antiseptic d) lavender which is antiseptic e) thyme which is a strong germ killer
6. Turmeric paste mixed with chana dal powder or whole wheat flour is very effective home made acne treatment. Haldi powder mixed with sugarcane juice helps to remove pimples.
7. Mint: Peppermint is an excellent antiseptic wash for acne.
Some other effective and commonly used home made recopies for treatment of pimples, acne and blackheads are listed below:
** Dilute some lemon juice with water, dab pimple with solution to kill germs, cool inflammation and improve blood circulation.
** Wash your face twice a day in warm salty water. This should leave your face oil free without aggravating the acne.
** Extract juice of one lemon and mix with equal quantity of rose water. Apply this mixture on the face and let it stay for about half an hour. Wash the face with fresh water. About 15 days application helps cure pimples and reduces blemishes and scars.
** Never be tempted to go to sleep without cleansing your face.
This section provides a list of effective home remedy for pimples, zits and acne. Read out for more information. It is true that natural way takes a little time to cure a problem, but usually it is cheaper and better for you. Here is a very detailed list of all acne and pimples home remedy that you can carry out within your daily routine.
1. TAKE: camphor lotion--1/2 tsp , tomato juice--1/2 tsp , honey--1 tsp Mix all the ingredients well and apply the paste on the face. Leave it on for 15 minutes. Then wash off with luke warm water followed by a cold water, rinse. Also good for removing scars caused by pimples.
2. Take an egg and crack it over the sink and let the white of the egg go into a bowl; use the white to dab on your pimple. Leave on overnight or for 20 minutes.
3. 1 tsp. Groundnut oil mixed with an equal amt. of lime juice may be applied daily to prevent formation of blackheads, pimples etc.
4. Get some rosewater in bowl. Add equal amount of cucumber paste on it. Stir it properly and have a pack of it for 20 minutes. It will also help in controlling acne.
5. Glycerine--1 tsp, Borax Powder--1/2 tsp, Distilled Water--1 cup, Camphor Lotion- 1/2 tsp Mix all these ingredients well and make a mixture of it. Apply this on the face & leave it to dry when it is dry wash off with luke warm water. Finally rinse off well with the cold water.
6. Turmeric paste mixed with chana dal powder or whole wheat flour is very effective home remedy for all minor skin blemishes. Haldi powder mixed with sugarcane juice helps to remove pimples.
7. The juice of one fresh lime + some boiled whole milk + a tsp. of glycerine is an excellent home remedy for pimples, blackheads and many skin disorders.
8. Multani Mitti Powder-- 1 tsp,¬ Honey--1 tsp,¬ Carrot Juice--1 tsp, Garlic (Paste)--1/2 tsp Blend all these together & apply this mask on the face for 20 minutes. After that wash off with luke warm water.
Some other effective and commonly used home remedy for pimples,acne and blackheads are listed below:
** Put toothpaste on your pimples before you go to bed, should help reduce swelling overnight. Make sure it is the paste not the gel. One of the most popular home remedies for acne and pimples. Calamine lotion will have the same drying effect.
** Garlic Juice with 3 parts water is an excellent cleansing agent. Raw garlic applied ( rubbed) on the face can make persistent pimples disappear without a scar with repeated applications. The external use of garlic helps to clear the skin of spots, pimples & boils.
** The milky juice of unripe papaya applied locally removes pimples.
** Wash your face twice a day in warm salty water. This should leave your face oil free without aggravating the acne. A simple pimples home remedy.
** Extract juice of one lemon and mix with equal quantity of rose water. Apply this mixture on the face and let it stay for about half an hour. Wash the face with fresh water. About 15 days application helps cure pimples and reduces blemishes and scars.
** Wipe your face with a cold wet rag everyday before setting out for the day. Wipe it again went you get in and once more before bed. Your pores will stay closed.
** To avoid skin irritation and pimples, never go to bed without removing your make-up. You must be very thorough when removing make-up at the end of the day. Never be tempted to go to sleep without cleansing your face.
** Drink lot of water. Avoid foods which cause constipation and other disorders of the stomach (too spicy, sour, oily).
Useful Remedies for Pimples submitted by users:
Eat lots of fruits and vegetables and drink lots of water.
Come on people, Pimples are just liquid trapped under your skin, and Calamine Lotion is the oldest thing in the world made to dry up the skin...DUH! Try cleaning your face with astringent before bed, apply Calamine lotion to the area(thick), And in the morning on the first day you should see some change!(wash it off of course) Good Luck!!
Given below a list of home remedy for blackhead. Please check if you have any allergies or sensitivity with any ingredients; such as glycerin, lemons, orange, garlic, papaya, eggs, etc. before trying following home remedies for blackhead. How many times have you been plagued with unsightly blackheads on your nose and cheeks? Beauty products for blackhead removal are constantly introduced in the market. Try these remedies -
List of home remedy for blackhead
1. Make a paste of ground radish seeds with water and apply on face to remove blackheads. This works as a magic.
2. Mix glycerin soap, fuller's earth (multani mutti), almond powder in the ratio of 2:1:4 i.e. for each 20 gram of glycerin soap add 10 grams of fuller's earth with 40 grams of almond powder. Put boiled water and make a paste. Apply on the blackheads.
3. Apply a paste of fresh fenugreek (methi) leaves in water over the face every night and washed with warm water in the morning for preventing blackhead and whitehead.
4. Apply a decoction on the face, made by boiling 1 teaspoon fenugreek (dana methi, methi) seeds in 1 liter water for a few of minutes for preventing blackhead and dryness. This is an effective home remedy for blackhead.
5. Steam your face for 5 minutes with the help of sterilized cotton wool and facial tissue to squeeze out blackhead.
6. Mix 35 grams (5 tea spoon full) of sodium bicarbonate with 8 ounce (1 cup) of boiled water. Put the mixture on the blackheads.
7. Apply grated potatoes as poultice to treat skin blemishes, wrinkles, boils, pimples, blackheads, whiteheads , etc.
8. Make a paste of roasted & powdered pomegranate skin with fresh lime juice and apply over boils, pimple, blackhead removal and whiteheads.
You can wet cotton balls with a warm solution of water with Epsom salt and iodine. This can be dabbed on blackheads to loosen them. Another home remedy for blackheads is to use green tea as a face scrub to keep the dead cells at bay and to loosen blackheads.
Warm a little honey and apply on the blackhead trouble spots. Wash off after 10-15 minutes.
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9. Mix groundnut oil with an equal amount of fresh lime juice and apply on face. leave for 10-15 minutes and wash. It should be applied daily to prevent formation of blackhead.
10. Apply fresh lime juice mixed to a glass of boiled milk as a face wash for pimples, blackheads, and cracked skin.
11. Apply a paste of fresh methi (fenugreek) leaves over the face every night for 10-15 minutes and washed with warm water. Repeat for two weeks, blackhead will disappear forever.
12. Ground drumstick pods and leaves and mix mixed with fresh lime juice, and apply on blackhead and dark spots -- an effective and easy to made home remedy for blackhead.
Get Rid of blackhead at home easily by using this easy home remedy for blackhead -
Remove blackheads by combining 1/4 cup of very hot water and 1 teaspoon of Epsom salts with 4 drops of iodine. Mix well and let cool until warm to the touch. Dip a cotton ball and apply to the blackhead and surrounding area. When mixture is dry gently remove with a washcloth.
A face masks not only cleanses your skin and pores but it also helps to maintain the tautness of your skin and its balance. Below are some simple yet efficient homemade masks for acne that you can make and use in minutes. Try these homemade and easy to make masks that helps you in your fight with acne.
Acne mask #1. Garlic: Peel and mash eight cloves of fresh garlic. Apply to face avoiding the area around the eyes. Leave on for about 15 minutes. Wash off with a warm cloth. Finish with a rinse of the vinegar pH balancer.
Acne mask #2. Make a face pack of bran plus baking soda and water. Mix into a paste, apply to the face, leaving on for 15 minutes. Rinse with solution of 1 part apple cider vinegar and 8 parts water.
Acne mask #3. 1 tsp. Groundnut oil mixed with an equal amt. of lime juice may be applied daily to prevent formation of blackheads, pimples and helps in acne treatment.
Acne mask #4. Get some rosewater in bowl. Add equal amount of cucumber paste on it. Stir it properly and have a pack of it for 20 minutes. It will also help in controlling pimples.
Acne mask #5. After washing skin rinse with any of the following herb infusions: a) chamomile which is purifying b) yarrow to eliminate toxins c) catnip which is an antiseptic d) lavender which is antiseptic e) thyme which is a strong germ killer
Acne mask #6. Turmeric paste mixed with chana dal powder or whole wheat flour is very effective homemade acne masks. Haldi powder mixed with sugarcane juice helps to remove pimples.
Acne mask #7. Mint: Peppermint is an excellent antiseptic wash for acne.
Caution: In general, don't apply any acne facial masks more often than about twice a week, and try to vary the ingredients.
Test your homemade acne masks on the inside of your wrist first before putting it on your face.
Variety of Face Masks for all skin type. A face masks not only cleanses your skin and pores but it also helps to maintain the tautness of your skin and its balance. Below are some simple yet efficient facial masks that you can make and use in minutes. choose the pack that's just right for you !
FACE PACKS FOR OILY SKIN
Pack #1. You will need: 1 egg white 6 drops witch hazel 6 drops lemon juice Whisk the egg white until it's stiff, and then add the remaining ingredients. Gently apply the mixture to your face, avoiding your eyes. Leave to dry for 15 minutes or so. Rinse well with warm water.
Pack #2. Mash six strawberries with a teaspoon of Brandy, two spoons of breadcrumbs, two spoons of fuller's earth and a few drops of rose water. Mix well and apply a thick layer on the face and neck and leave on for 20 minutes.
Pack #3. Tomato Mask: For oily skin, mash up a ripe tomato and leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse with warm (not hot) water.
Face Masks and Recipe for DULL COMPLEXTION?
Mix yeast and 1/2 tsp each tomato puree and honey. Apply on the face for a glowing look. Rinse well with warm water.
FACE PACKS FOR DRY SKIN
Pack #1. make a mixture of 10 almonds, two spoons oatmeal, four tablespoons of full cream milk, two spoons china clay, juice of half a lemon, and one mashed avocado. Apply on face and leave it for 20 minutes. Dampen cotton wool with cold milk and wipe it off. Splash your face with cold water and apply a light moisturizer.
FACE PACKS FOR COMBINATION SKIN
Pack #1. Lettuce leaves are best home remedies for normal skin. Dip two large lettuce leaves in olive oil and sprinkle on them a few drops of lemon juice. Place them on both sides of your face, and then cover them with a paper towel dipped in mineral water. Wipe your face with a cotton ball soaked in warm milk, then rinse with boiled warm water.
Homemade RECIPIES FOR ACNE REMOVAL
#1. Apply a paste of fresh methi (fenugreek) leaves over the face every night for 10-15 minutes and washed with warm water. This will prevent acne, pimples, blackheads, and wrinkles.
#2. Place strawberry leaves on the acne, the alkalinity helps to reduce the swelling.
#3. Extract juice of one lemon and mix with equal quantity of rose water. Apply this mixture on the face and let it stay for about half an hour. Wash the face with fresh water. About 15 days application helps cure acne, pimples and reduces blemishes and scars.
FIRMING FACE MASKS and Recipes
#1. Whisk together 1 tablespoon honey, 1 egg white, 1 teaspoon glycerin and enough flour to form a paste. (Approximately ¼ cup). Smooth over face and throat. Leave on for 10 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.
#2. BANANA MASK. Mash up a very ripe banana. Add just enough honey to make a soft pulp. Apply over face and hair. This is such a great firming mask that aging movie stars have been known to put it in the cups of their bras to make their breasts "perky."
A Moisturizer helps to make the skin soft and removes makeup. There are many Moisturizers available in the market but you can make your own Homemade Moisturizer at home easily.
Here are few recipes for making Homemade Moisturizer -
1) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 tablespoons mashed strawberries 1 or 2 drops vitamin E oil (optional) Mix together the olive, coconut, and vegetable oils in a small
2) Mix 1 1/2 teaspoons honey, the juice from 1/2 of a lemon, and 3-tablespoon youghurt. Stir in 1 whipped egg white. Apply to face and let set about 15 minutes. Then wash off with lukewarm water.
3) Mash 1/2 banana and add 1-tablespoon honey and 2 tablespoons sour cream. Apply to face and let set for about 10 minutes. Then wash off with lukewarm water.
4) Homemade Moisturizer for Oily, acne-prone skin
Mix 1 medium sized apple (grated) with 5 Tb sp. honey. smooth over skin, let sit for about 10 minutes, and then wash off with COOL water.
5) Just apply fresh fruit to your face is good. Your skin absorbs the vitamins and minerals. Leave on for 10 minutes or so, then wash off. A natural Homemade Moisturizer !
6) A good toner/astringent is witch hazel which is a very inexpensive alternative to the pricey products with cosmetic names. You can use it with a mild inexpensive moisturizer such as Cetaphil daily for a nice complexion.
For Homemade Moisturizer:
Apply olive oil to your skin or vitamin E oil. You can make your own mayonnaise with olive oil, lemon and eggs and apply that to your face. Leave out salt or spices.
Mix 1 1/2 teaspoons honey, the juice from 1/2 of a lemon, and 3-tablespoon yoghurt. Stir in 1 whipped egg white. Apply to face and let set about 15 minutes. Then wash off with lukewarm water.
Soak 1 cup dried apricots in water until softened. Puree in blender or food processor with 2 tablespoons skim milk powder. Apply to face and let set about 15 minutes. Then wash off with lukewarm water.
Combine 2 tablespoons of ground almonds with two tablespoons of olive oil, apply to face in a gentle, circular motion, rinse well, pat dry and add moisturizer.
A Natural Homemade Moisturizer
The skin's ability to stay hydrated is an important factor in its ability to maintain softness, suppleness and elasticity. As skin ages, or as it is exposed to environmental stresses and chemical agents, it loses this ability to retain water, becomes dry and appears wrinkled. Honey is an excellent Homemade Moisturizer. Honey is a humectant, which means it attracts and retains water. So honey is a natural fit for a variety of moisturizing products including cleansers, creams, shampoos and conditioners. Because honey is also an anti-irritant, it is suitable for sensitive skin and baby care products.
Distilled Water Spring Water Rose Water : For sensitive skin Witch Hazel : For oily skin Herbal Tea : To treat your skin conditions Aloe Vera juice : Read complete benefits here Egg white : For firming the skin Egg Yolk : For nourishing the skin Honey : For attracting moisture to the skin
* MAYONNAISE. Apply whole egg mayonnaise on your face (right from the jar) for about 20 minutes. Rinse with cool water.
* PEACH & BRANDY. Mash up a peach (use ripe, canned or frozen) and mix in a tablespoon of brandy. Leave it on for 20 minutes, then rinse off.
* TOMATO MASK. For oily skin, mash up a ripe tomato and leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse with warm (not hot) water.
* BANANA MASH. Mash up a very ripe banana. Add just enough honey to make a soft pulp. Apply over face and hair. This is such a great firming mask that aging movie stars have been known to put it in the cups of their bras to make their breasts "perky." (Just make sure that you don't use too much honey and you use a sturdy bra.)
* HONEY MASK. Apply pure honey (straight from the bottle) to your face and neck. Allow it to set until dry (about 15 minutes). Rinse with very warm water.
* MILK OF MAGNESIA. Apply it straight from the bottle. Let it dry for about five to ten minutes. Rinse off with warm water, then gently pat your face dry with a fluffy towel.
* PEPTO BISMOL. This is a face mask particularly suited for those with sensitive skin. In the same way that this product coats the stomach, it gently caresses the face. Apply it straight from the bottle, using a cotton swab. Allow to dry, then rinse with cool water.
Skin-care expert Amby Longhofer explains how to give yourself a facial with homemade cleansers and toners.
Many popular skin care products come from plant and vegetable sources.
The steps of a facial are cleanse, tone and moisturize.
Frequency is important for the best results.
Avocado Facial Cleanser
This cleanser uses the moisturizing properties of avocado, which is appropriate for all skin types. Apply after most of your makeup has already been removed with a cleanser like jojoba oil.
Ingredients:
1 whole egg (for toning) 1/2 cup milk whole or 2% (for lactic acid which is a cleanser and peel) 1 avocado or substitute a banana (for moisturizing)
Figure A
Preparation:
Mix ingredients with a fork or blender until smooth (figure A). Store excess cleanser in sealed container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Apply to forehead, cheeks, nose and chin, then rub in for two to three minutes. Rinse off in sink or shower.
Cucumber Toner (hydrates under the moisturizer)
Ingredients:
1 medium cucumber distilled water (to inhibit the possibility of bacterial growth)
Figure B
Preparation:
Process cucumber in a blender until smooth. Push mixture through a strainer (figure B) and mix with equal amounts of distilled water. Place mixture in a spray bottle and store in refrigerator up to five days.
Herbal Mint Facial Toner (good for sensitive skin types)
Ingredients:
1 chamomile tea bag (for soothing the skin) 1 green tea bag (includes antioxidants to fight free radicals) 2 large springs of fresh mint 3 cups water distilled water
Figure C
Preparation:
Combine tea bags, mint and water in a saucepan (figure C). Bring to a boil and steep. Mix equal parts of the mixture with distilled water in a spray bottle. It should keep in the refrigerator for two days.
Mask Ingredients
As you can see from the following list, many foods make great ingredients for masks. Combine a tablespoon of any one of these ingredients with a base mask, binder and essential oils. For pulped ingredients, blend enough raw ingredients to make a tablespoon of pulp (alternatively, you can cook and then mash).
apple pulp: slightly acidic; soothes and gently exfoliates.
asparagus pulp: stimulating; dries up pimples.
brewer's yeast: excellent for oily skin.
carrot pulp: antiseptic; heals pimples.
celery juice: acts as a toner for tired or older skin.
cooked and mashed turnip: deep-cleansing.
egg white: astringent and drying for oily skins.
egg yolk: nourishes dry skin.
fresh fig pulp: an emollient and cleanses.
grated cucumber: cools, soothes and heals. Works as a mild bleach for sallow skin and freckles.
grated raw potato: helps clear blemishes and eczema.
honey: hydrates, softens, soothes and heals.
lemon juice (diluted in one part water/one part lemon juice): removes oil and gently bleaches freckles.
lettuce juice (blend lettuce leaves to a pulp, adding a little water): soothes sore, rough skin; helps heal pimples.
mashed apricots: moisturizes, soothes and cleanses.
mashed avocado: deeply penetrating and nourishing.
mashed banana: nourishing.
mashed strawberries: slightly acidic and luxurious; cleanses.
mashed tomatoes: excellent for oily skin.
natural yoghurt: moisturizes and restores skin's acid balance.
orange juice: hydrating for older skin.
pear pulp: soothes and cools hot, sunburnt skin.
pineapple pulp: an astringent wash for oily skin.
watermelon juice: gently exfoliates, softens and deep-cleanses.
Binders
There are many food items that will not only bind the mask, but have the added benefit of being good for your skin.
♦ Finely ground rolled oats
♦ Dried milk powder
♦ Kaolin (fine clay) powder (from pharmacies)
♦ Wholemeal plain flour
♦ Finely ground almonds
Essential oils
When using essential oils in masks or on the skin, it's very important to use only 100 per cent pure essential oils from health food shops. Avoid those labelled "perfume oil" or "fragrant oil" as they are synthetic and won't be of benefit - in fact, they could harm your skin. Essential oils are immensely powerful, so use no more than two drops in a mask. (If you are pregnant or have health problems, check with a qualified aromatherapist before using essential oils).
dry and normal skin: lavender, evening primrose, sandalwood.
oily skin: geranium, lemon, ylang-ylang.
pimple: evening primrose, clary sage, lavender.
acne: carrot, evening primrose, tea-tree.
eczema: carrot, chamomile, lavender.
Making A Mask
First, make a base mask (recipe below), which will store indefinitely. When needed, add fresh ingredients to make a "ready-to-wear" mask, which should be applied immediately. Keep your hair off your face with a shower cap or headband and cleanse your face before applying the mask. Smooth the mask over your face, then relax, leaving the mask on for 10-15 minutes. Wash off with lukewarm water, and finish with a cool splash before moisturizing.
base mask
• 1 cup kaolin (fine clay) powder
• ¼ cup cornflour
• 1 tablespoon finely ground rolled oats or other binder
• 1 tablespoon dried skim milk powder
• 1 tablespoon any foods from "mask imgredients" list
• 2 drops essential oil of your choice
Mix kaolin, cornflour and oats or other binder. Store in a tightly covered jar. When needed, mix one tablespoon of the base mixture with skim milk powder and any of the ingredients suitable for your skin type listed in the "mask ingredients" list. Add essential oil. Mix to a soft paste. The paste should be stiff enough to stay on your face but not so stiff that it will dry to a claypan.
Ready-To-Wear Masks
for troubled skin
This mask helps to draw out impurities, kill bacteria and create healthier skin.
• 1 tablespoon base mask mix
• 1 tablespoon carrot or lettuce pulp
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon natural yoghurt
• 2 drops lavender oil
Mix all ingredients to a soft paste. Add more carrot or lettuce pulp or yoghurt if mixture is too stiff; more base mix if it is too soft.
for dry skin
A rich and creamy mask to soothe and add moisture to dry skin.
• 1 egg yolk, beaten
• 2 teaspoon cream
• ½ -1 teaspoon runny honey
• 2 drops lavender or evening primrose essential oil
• finely ground almonds
Mix all ingredients to a soft paste, adding enough ground almonds to ensure mask stays on your face.
for oil-prone skin
If your skin is looking sallow or flat, the gently stimulating and cleansing action of the deep-cleansing mask will bring a glow to your skin.
• ½ teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 ½ teaspoons orange juice
• 1 teaspoon celery juice
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon natural yogurt
• 2 drops geranium or lavender essential oil
• Dried skim milk powder for mixing
Mix all ingredients to a soft paste, adding enough skim milk powder to ensure mask stays on your face
How to make facial mask?
Masks are a really good way to pep up skin, in no time at all. Cleansing masks, which often contain clay or fruit, absorb excess oils. The enzymes in fruits such as papaya have a deep-cleansing action and leave the skin glowing.
Moisturizing masks give drier skin a real boost, smoothing our fine lines and refreshing the face. Some moisturizing masks also contain toning and firming ingredients, such as seaweed, herbs and aromatherapy oils and are excellent as complexion-improves before a party or after a late night.
Full cleansing homemade face masks
Cleansing masks are better suited to oily and some combination skins. They are designed to draw out excess oil and pollutants from the surface. These are removed from the skin when the mask is washed off. Cleansing masks also help to unclog the pores and remove dead skin cells. Thus, they discourage the formation of blackheads, refine the pores and improve the texture of the skin. They should be specially formulated for cleansing and refining the skin and is ideally suited to oily skins. Cleansing mask improve skin texture and tighten the pores.
Easy Homemade Face Mask
1 tablespoon powdered brewer's yeast 1/2 tablespoon yogurt 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon orange juice 1 teaspoon carrot juice 1 teaspoon olive oil
Mix the following ingredients into a paste, apply and leave it for 15 minutes. This mask is suitable for all types of skin, particularly if they feel tired and look sluggish or spotty. If the skin is very dry add more oil, and if very oily leave it out. The yogurt cleanses the skin thoroughly and fruits juices provide vitamins and minerals.
Surgical face mask
Medicated masks have been formulated for specific problems, like pimples, rash and other eruptions, as well as for skin sensitivity. It can also be used if there is acne, as it helps to soothe and heal the skin. It also creates a germicidal surface to control such conditions from spreading.
Homemade face masks
Home Ingredients for Masks
For dry skin: Mix half teaspoon honey with the yolk of an egg and one tablespoon dried milk powder. Mix into a paste and apply. Remove after 20 minutes with water.
For oily skins: Mix half teaspoon honey with egg white and one teaspoon lemon juice. Add fuller's earth or brewer's yeast powder. Mix into a paste and apply. Remove after 20 minutes with water.
For oily skin and enlarged pores: Add lemon juice and a little milk to oatmeal. Apply the paste and remove after 20 minutes with water. Do not use if there are eruptions.
Mix 1 1/2 teaspoons honey, the juice from 1/2 of a lemon, and 1 small carton plain yogurt. Stir in 1 whipped egg white. Apply to face and let set about 15 minutes. Gently wipe off with a damp wash cloth.
For oily and combination skins: Mix one tablespoon yoghurt with fuller's earth and apply. Yoghurt itself can be applied on the face. It helps to soften the skin and restores the natural acid mantle.
For blackheads: Add the white of an egg to oatmeal and apply for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove with water, rubbing gently.
For sunburn: Add a little lemon juice to milk and apply with cotton wool. Mayonnaise can also be applied by itself. It helps to soothe sunburn.
Milk face mask - This is one if the simplest and cheapest mask. Damp some cotton wool with milk and rub it on the face.
For skin cleansing: Make a pulp of raw papaya and apply. Papaya nas a cleansing action, softening dead skin cells and aiding their removal.
For all skin types: Grated cucumber can be applied all over the face. The juice is good for the skin around the eyes too. Helps to tighten the skin and has a cooling and refreshing effect.
Avocado face masks
Mash half of an avocado and apply to entire face. Let set for about 20 minutes and then gently wipe off with a damp wash cloth.
When I was a teenager I had very oily skin, and hence acne outbreaks were not at all an uncommon thing. Even now as an adult I still have problems with areas of my face being quite oily. This can be a very irritating thing as it can cause make-up to melt, your skin to look shiny and can make acne a very real thing even for those of us far past the age where we should have to worry about such things. My mother actually taught me about an all natural face mask that you can create from something you probably already have in your home and it does what any of those expensive face masks that you see in all the boutiques do without the high cost. Here are directions for how to create an all natural face mask that you can use once a week to help keep oily skin and the problems it can cause at bay.
Instructions
Difficulty:Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:
Packet or two of yeast
Warm water
Wash rag
Small bowl
Step 1: Purchase a pack of three or four yeast packages. That’s right, I’m talking about the yeast you use to make bread rise.
Step 2: Tie your hair up and away from your face.
Step 3: Empty one packet of yeast and then add just enough warm water to make a paste in a small bowl. If you can’t make enough paste to cover your face with one packet then add a second packet and additional water.
Step 4: Apply the paste to your entire face, avoiding the areas around your eyes and lips.
Step 5: Allow the paste to harden. The interesting thing is you will feel the paste drawing the oils out of your pores, and believe me if you have really oily skin, it feels good.
Step 6: The mask should harden in about fifteen to twenty minutes. Once it is done, take a washrag that has been soaked in warm water and use it to loosen up and moisten the dried mask until you can wash it all off. You should notice a huge change in the condition of your skin, and it can also help to remove black heads because the mask helps to loosen and pull this hardened gunk out of your blocked pores.
Tips & Warnings
When making the paste, you want something thick enough to stay on your face, but not so gooey that it dries too fast. Start out adding a small amount of water and keep adding it until you have a good consistency.
Don’t scrub your face harshly when removing the dried mask because your skin will get red and chafed if you do. You want to use warm water and a washrag to gently moisten and loosen the mask until you can wash it off.
Test a bit of the mixture on your inner arm, if it turns red, or you have any sharp uncomfortable stinging then do not use this mask on your face
Skin toners ensure complete removal from the skin of all cleansing preparations. They freshen and tone up the skin and prepare a clean surface for the application of make-up. They also restore the acid or alkali balance of the skin, because they are pH balanced. They are designed to penetrate pores, refresh and cool your skin while clearing away excess oil, impurities and dead skin cells that were not removed with your cleanser.
Toners restore the skin's natural pH balance. When you wash your face, the pH balance of the skin is distorted leading to skin working overtime to restore pH levels; the process of skin restoring the pH levels on its own can take up as much as half and hour or more.
Homemade Astringents, Tighteners & Toners
1) Here is how you can make a toner at home. For quickly refreshing your skin, grate a cucumber. Then use a wash cloth and apply the cucumber juice to your face. Cucumber juice is a natural astringent. It can tone and tighten skin!
2) Eggwhite Toner Clean face thoroughly using any natural cleanser. Apply raw eggwhites to the skin and leave on for at least 15 minutes. Wash off with tepid water.
3) Elderflowers, lavender, orange flower water and rosewater are all classic toners for all skin types. Make a strong infusion of any of the above, refrigerate and use within 3 days.
4) Lecithin Toner Dissolve lecithing granules in jojoba or almond oil. Apply to face and throat as a day or night cream.
5) Lemon is a strong astringent, dilute with water before using, being careful to keep away from eyes.
6) Lemon Toner 1/2 cup lemon juice 1 cup distilled water 2/3 cup witch hazel Combine all ingredients. Pour into a clean bottle or decorative cosmetics container. Shake well before using. Apply with a clean cotton ball.
7) Pine Toner 2 cups fresh pine needles 1 cup distilled water 1/2 cup witch hazel Place pine needles in small saucepan with distilled water. Bring water to boil. Allow water to cool completely then strain and discard pine needles. Add witch hazel and stir well. Pour into a clean bottle or decorative capped container. Apply to skin with a cotton ball. Store in a cool dark place.
8) Protein Toner Beat together 1 Tbsp milk, 1 tsp honey and 1 egg. Apply to face and neck. Leave on as long as desired. Rinse off with warm water followed by a splash of cold.
9) Queen of Hungary Water This water can be used as an astringent, aftershave, deodorant, hair and skin tonic and even as an inhaled headache remedy: 1 part roses 1 part lavender 1 part rosemary 1 part sage 1 part orange peel 1 part lemon peel 2 parts mint To 2 ounces apple cider vinegar, add 2 ounces of the above herbal formula. Put in an air-tight glass jar, let steep for about 2 weeks. Strain and add 1 1/2 cups pure distilled rosewater. Pour into a decorative, air tight decanter and use daily.
10) Rose Water & Glycerine Astringent 1/2 pint olive oil 1 ounce rose water a few drops of glycerin 1 ounce vodka
11) Sage Astringent 4 Tbsp dried sage 4 Tbsp vodka 1/4 tsp borax 3 Tbsp witch hazel 10 drops glycerin or honey Steep the sage in vodka for 2 weeks then strain. Dissolve borax in witch hazel, stir in the saged vodka and glycerin. Pour into bottle with a tight cap. Shake before each use.
12) Strawberry: Mash strawberries, use as an astringent and cleansing face mask.
13) Violet: Simmer violet flowers in a little milk to make a softening and mildly astringent face lotion.
14) Witch Hazel: Use an extract of witch hazel as an astringent, a skin freshener and to soothe skin irritations.
15) Lemony Lavender Toner 3 drops lemon oil 3 drops lavender oil 3 teaspons of distilled water Use a soft cotton ball to massage mixture into the skin after cleansing. Follow with a moisturizer if desired.
16) Honey and farina (hot cerial) Toner
You first find something to place it in and put the hot cerial and honey in together. Then you add hot water until its in a thick consistancy. Then put it on your face. Then wait for it to dry then scrub it off with a towel.
If you have normal skin, here are some recipes for you. You may prepare a skin toner based on the rose water. Just mix a half tablespoon of alum, about 50 mg of rose water and 100 mg of glycerine and store the mixture in the fridge. Another toner for normal skin is cucumber toner which possesses refreshing properties. It is necessary to liquidize a chopped small cucumber with about a half cup of yoghurt. After that put the mixture on the face for about 5-10 minutes and wash it away. If you want to use the remainder, you may store it in the fridge.
If you have dry skin, you are recommended to use a mint toner which prepared in the following way. Boil 2 handfuls of mint leaves with 100 gm of water. Besides, you may use this extract as an anti-perspirant if to dilute it in water. It is necessary to put 2 drops of it into a cup of distilled water to which it is also necessary to add half a teaspoon of alum. This toner, possessing refreshing properties, may also be used with cotton wool.
In case of having oily skin, specialists advise their patients to use alum and alcohol toner or honey and egg toner.
It is possible to conclude that all these toners are exactly the same you buy in the market. The difference is in colorful labels, high prices and chemicals which do harm to your skin. Besides, they also use various preservatives to maintain the toners. When you make skin toners at home, you know what ingredients they contain.
Homemade Toner Recipes
Watermelon Toner- 1 cup watermelon chunks, 2 tbsp witch hazel and 2 tbsp distilled water
Purée watermelon chunks in a processor or blender. Strain the liquid and discard the solids.
Mix the strained liquid with the remaining ingredients, stir and pour into a glass bottle. Dab on face using a cotton ball. This is rich in sugar and vitamins A, B and cup Watermelon has astringent properties, and the super high water content makes it an excellent skin refresher.
Rose Skin Toner- 3 ½ cups of witch hazel, ½ cup dried rose petals and 5 sprigs of fresh rosemary.
Mix ingredients together making sure it is all blended well. Strain the blend and splash on your face after cleansing.
Here is an effective homemade skin toner for you:
Ingredients:
1/4 cup cucumber juice (the same pH as the skin)
1/8 cup carrot juice (rich in Vitamin A)
1/2 cup spearmint infusion (considered one of the best cosmetic herbs)
1/4 cup chamomile infusion (avoid if you are sensitive to ragweed)
1/2 cup lemon juice (an alpha-hydroxy acid)
Blend the above ingredients and store in ice cube trays and pop out a cube as needed. Hope you like the above skin toner
Rose Skin Toner
By: Pioneer Thinking
The Ingredients
3 1/2 cups witch hazel
1/2 cup dried rose petals
5 sprigs of fresh rosemary
The Instructions
Mix ingredients together making sure it is all blended well. Strain. Splash on your face after cleaning skin.
Chamomile facial toner:
If you would like to have a very mild toner, try chamomile herbal tea. Put 1 tea bag into 100ml boiling water, remove the bag after 5 minutes. Apply on the face with a cotton ball. ( Don't rinse. )
In blender, puree 1 tablespoon honey with a peeled, cored apple. Let it stay for 15 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water.
Lemon and honey toner:
Mix 1 teaspoon vegetable oil with 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice and 1 tsp honey. Leave on 10 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.
Limejuice toner:
Apply 1 tablespoon of limejuice over your face, leave on 10 minutes and rinse off.
Apple cider vinegar toner:
Mix equal parts of apple cider vinegar and water. Apply on your face with a cotton ball. Leave on 10 minutes and rinse with cold water.
Homemade Facial Toner Recipes
Easy Apple Toner 1 large apple, cored and seeds removed, cut into chunks with skin left intact 1 cup distilled water 1 cup witch hazel Place apple chunks and water in a small saucepan, bring to a boil, remove from heat and allow to cool completely. Strain water and discard apple chunks. Stir in the witch hazel and decant toner to a clean glass bottle.
Red skinned apples will give the toner a slight pink hue; green apples lend a hint of green coloring. This apple facial toner is soothing for all skin types. Apply gently to face with a clean cotton ball and do not rinse.
Pine Facial Toner 1 cup fresh pine needles small sprig of pine needles (optional) 1 cup distilled water 1 cup witch hazel
Place pine needles and water in a small saucepan, bring to a boil, remove from heat and allow to cool completely. Strain water and discard the pine needles. Stir in the witch hazel. Add the pine sprig to a clean 8oz glass bottle and cover completely with toner. Store in a cool, dark place.
This fragrant, refreshing pine toner is mildly astrigent and good for all skin types. Apply gently to face with a clean cotton ball and do not rinse.
Easy Cleansing Tonics
You can make a fresh and invigorating cleansing tonic easily at home with nothing more than a trip to the drugstore, health food store or your refrigerator. The next time you want to make your face feel clean and refreshed, try one of these easy homemade tonics.
Witch-hazel Astringent
Witch-hazel bark and leaves are naturally astringent, and are a popular addition to face cleansers and after shave lotions. Make your own old-fashioned witch-hazel astringent by combining 1 cup of witch-hazel with 2 tablespoon of alcohol. Apply with a cotton ball, and moisturize. Substitute a ¼ cup of white vinegar for the alcohol if your skin is sensitive to it. You can also use plain witch-hazel on a black eye to help heal the bruising.
Buttermilk FreckleWash
If you want a tonic that might lighten the appearance of your freckles, combine ¼ cup of buttermilk with ¼ teaspoon of pomegranate juice. The buttermilk and the pomegranate together make a mild skin bleach, so apply some moisturizing oil on your skin if it is dry before use. Apply the treatment with a cotton ball and leave it on for 20 minutes before rinsing and applying a moisturizer. Try using 1 teaspoon of grated horseradish instead of pomegranate juice for a variation.
Vinegar Skin Awakener
Vinegar is helpful for removing soap and hard water residue from the skin, and it restores the skin`s natural pH balance. To make a simple vinegar face refresher, combine 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar with 1 tablespoon of boiled water and apply with a cotton ball. Do not rinse. The vinegar smell will be gone from your face in 10 to 15 minutes.
Honey and Nutmeg Scar Remover Wash
This treatment is meant to help fill in and heal the scar caused by skin eruptions, skin accidents and acne. Twice a week combine 1 teaspoon of nutmeg with 1 teaspoon of honey and apply to your face. Leave it on for 20 minutes, and rinse with cool water.
Vegetable Oil Make-Up Remover
Ordinary kitchen shortening can be used as make-up remover in a pinch, and may be soothing to dry skin. Use a cotton ball or cotton cloth and cover your face with shortening. Let it sit on your skin for about 30 seconds to loosen the make-up, and wipe off. Wash and moisturize as usual.
Lemon Blackhead Removal Tonic
Citrus is naturally exfoliating, which makes lemon useful when it comes to fighting blackheads in your cleansing routine. For an overnight treatment, rub a half lemon directly on your face before bed. For a more fragrant tonic, add rosewater to the lemon juice and apply with a cotton ball. Wash off the tonic in the morning.
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Posted: 18 Mar 2008 at 5:15pm
Count me in! I'm tired of allowing for acne and other skin conditions to control my life.
+ post your face regimen Cleanse face twice daily with Aveeno's Cleansing Bar. Pat dry, then apply a small dap of Cetaphil moisturizing cream. Nightly I apply a small dap of Tazorac gel on my face.
+ products Aveeno Cleansing Bar. Cetaphil moisturizing cream. Tazorac. Spironolactone (generic version of Aldactone). I'll also be starting the pill soon to help with the acne.
+ what are you trying to achieve? whats your goal? Clear skin as well as an even skin tone. I've been seriously battling my acne for two years. I'm in what's supposed to be the "best years" of my life, but I can't fully enjoy it because of this crazy skin I want to get my skin under control. I also want to know what works for me and doesn't work without having to try harsh product after product further damaging my skin.
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Posted: 18 Mar 2008 at 11:50am
Pine Facial Toner
You can make a fresh and invigorating cleansing tonic easily at home with nothing more than a trip to the drugstore, health food store or your refrigerator. The next time you want to make your face feel clean and refreshed, try one of these easy homemade tonics. 
I want to get my skin under control. I also want to know what works for me and doesn't work without having to try harsh product after product further damaging my skin.
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