If you’re crunched for time, or tight on cash, and can’t make it to the spa, you can still provide your skin with the special attention it needs to look healthy and rejuvenated. These simple homemade anti-aging skin care recipes cover all the bases. You can do any of these homemade anti-aging skin care recipes in the comfort of your own home, using only natural ingredients, to take care of the overall health of your skin.
Homemade Anti-Aging Skin Care Recipe for Hydration
This homemade anti-aging skin care recipe is really only one ingredient: honey. After you’ve cleansed your skin, smooth over a teaspoon of honey all over your face. Let it sit for about 10 minutes, and then rinse it off with warm water. Not only will the honey draw out skin impurities, it is also a natural moisturizer, which makes it the ideal ingredient for a homemade anti-aging skin care recipe.
Another good hydrating ingredient for homemade anti-aging skin care recipes is extra-virgin olive oil. If you have really dry skin, rub a drop or two between your fingertips and gently rub it into your skin before bed. You can also add a few drops to a bath to target dryness all over your body.
Homemade Anti-Aging Skin Care Recipe to Brighten Your Skin
There are two ways to brighten your skin: internally and externally. The best brightening ingredient for homemade anti-aging recipes is vitamin C. Start by adding more of it to your diet. An easy way to do this is to add a slice of lemon or grapefruit to a bottle of water while you’re on the go. Citrus fruits make for great homemade anti-aging recipes, even just on their own, because they help to cleanse you from the inside out by removing toxins and impurities that could show up on your face.
You can just as easily add vitamin C topically using orange juice as a homemade anti-aging skin care recipe. Simply soak a cotton pad with 100% orange juice—avoid the processed stuff—and wipe it across your face and neck. Then rinse and pat dry. The brightening effect is gradual, but it works.
Homemade Anti-Aging Skin Care Recipe to Refine Skin Texture
For this homemade anti-aging skin care recipe, you’ll need two whole walnuts. Start by crushing the insides of the nuts, then mix in two tablespoons of yogurt, followed by a teaspoon of 100% pure almond oil. This creates a natural exfoliant that’s gentle enough for everyday use. Each ingredient has a role to play in this homemade anti-aging skin care recipe—the walnut buffs away dead skin, dirt, and oil from the face, while the lactic acid in the yogurt refines texture and tightens pores. The almond oil will sooth and moisturize the skin, leaving it feeling soft and smooth.
Homemade Anti-Aging Skin Care Recipe for Bags Under the Eyes
Tea is a popular ingredient for homemade anti-aging skin care recipes. Brew a cup of white tea on medium heat—setting the temperature too high prevents the tea leaves from steeping to their maximum benefit. Wait until the tea is warm, then soak a facecloth in the water and place it over your eyes. The heat will open up pores and the tea will infuse itself into your skin. White tea works well as a homemade anti-aging skin care recipe because it’s loaded with antioxidants and neutralizes free radicals. Its anti-aging properties will help deflate bags under the eyes while also treating the rest of your face.
Homemade Anti-Aging Skin Care Recipe for Oily Skin
This is one of the simplest homemade anti-aging skin care recipes for oily skin. Using one egg, separate the yolk from the egg white and apply the egg white directly onto your face. As you feel it tighten, it is also drawing out impurities in the skin, including excess oil. After 10 minutes, rinse off with lukewarm water and pat dry.
Here’s another homemade anti-aging skin care recipe that works well for oily skin. Drench a washcloth in warm black tea and lay it over your entire face—make sure you can breathe comfortably. Doing this for 10 minutes every day for two weeks will drastically reduce the slick appearance of oily skin over a longer period of time.
source : www.agein.com
Showing posts with label Face Mask. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Face Mask. Show all posts
1. Banana and Oatmeal Face Mask
What It Does: Evens and brightens skin tone, soothes dry skin, exfoliates and moisturizes
What You Need: 1 banana, 1 cup oatmeal, ¼ cup whole milk
What to Do: Use a spoon to mash the banana into a thick paste. Place in a bowl and mix in the oatmeal and milk. Once thick, apply to your face and leave on for 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water.
What It Does: Exfoliates, moisturizes, prevents chapping
What You Need: ¼ teaspoon olive oil, 1/8 teaspoon brown sugar
What to Do: Mix ingredients together in a small bowl. Apply by massaging the scrub onto lips with your index and middle finger. Rinse off excess grains with a damp washcloth.
What It Does: Reduces redness, treats acne
What You Need: Apple cider vinegar
What to Do: Add 2 tablespoons of vinegar to one cup of water to dilute. Apply to face with a cotton ball. If you have extra oily skin, La Bella Figura’s Victoria Fantauzzi suggests infusing with thyme sprigs; if your skin is dry and sensitive, use rose petals and lavender.
What It Does: Exfoliates and moisturizes
What You Need: Two cups whole milk
What to Do: Add two cups of milk while bathwater is running. Soak in tub for at least 20 minutes; scrub skin lightly with a loofah or washcloth for maximum exfoliation. Rinse thoroughly.
What It Does: Removes residue and product build-up, clarifies, adds shine and volume
What You Need: One tablespoon baking soda
What to Do: Add 2 tablespoons of baking soda to one cup of water. Stir into a paste. Apply to damp hair and leave on for 20 minutes. Shampoo out and follow with a conditioner.
2. Sugar Lip Scrub
What You Need: ¼ teaspoon olive oil, 1/8 teaspoon brown sugar
What to Do: Mix ingredients together in a small bowl. Apply by massaging the scrub onto lips with your index and middle finger. Rinse off excess grains with a damp washcloth.
3. Apple Cider Vinegar Toner
What It Does: Reduces redness, treats acne
What You Need: Apple cider vinegar
What to Do: Add 2 tablespoons of vinegar to one cup of water to dilute. Apply to face with a cotton ball. If you have extra oily skin, La Bella Figura’s Victoria Fantauzzi suggests infusing with thyme sprigs; if your skin is dry and sensitive, use rose petals and lavender.
4. Milk Bath
What It Does: Exfoliates and moisturizes
What You Need: Two cups whole milk
What to Do: Add two cups of milk while bathwater is running. Soak in tub for at least 20 minutes; scrub skin lightly with a loofah or washcloth for maximum exfoliation. Rinse thoroughly.
5. Baking Soda Hair Mask
What It Does: Removes residue and product build-up, clarifies, adds shine and volume
What You Need: One tablespoon baking soda
What to Do: Add 2 tablespoons of baking soda to one cup of water. Stir into a paste. Apply to damp hair and leave on for 20 minutes. Shampoo out and follow with a conditioner.
1. Banana and Egg Hair Treatment
Looking for a little more shine in your hair? Simply mix one egg and a mashed up banana. Use it as a thick paste on your whole hair and leave it on for between 10 to 30 minutes. Wash your hair doing your usual hair washing routine (if you normally use a store-bought conditioner, you will probably only need to condition the ends). And voila!
2. Moisturizing Nail Treatment
Soak your nails in olive oil for five minutes. And then sit back and admire your pretty hands.
3. Simple Honey Face Mask
Raw honey is naturally anti-bacterial and a super quick way to get soft, beautiful skin. Once a week use a tablespoon or so of raw honey (not the processed stuff parading as honey) and gently warm it by rubbing your fingertips together. Spread on your face. Leave on for 5 – 10 minutes and then use warm water to gently rinse it off and pat dry. Then bask in the glow of your honey-awesomeness.
This raw honey is awesome, by the way.
4. Apple Cider Vinegar Clarifying Shampoo
For those who are using commercial shampoos: To help eliminate any build up in your hair, mix ¼ cup organic apple cider vinegar (like this) with 1 cup water. Follow with your usual conditioner.
5. Elbow and Knee Exfoliate and Skin Brightener
Cut an orange in half and rub it on your elbows and knees. Helps soften those rough patches. And it smells good. (Rinse off the sticky mess when you are done.)
6. Gentle Body Scrub
Mix a 2 to 1 ratio of olive oil and sea salt to make a quick and effective body scrub. This helps get rid of dead skin cells creating softer, more glowing skin. And this natural beauty tip is much cheaper that expensive store bought body scrubs.
7. Easy Deep Conditioning Hair Treatment
Want super soft, hydrated hair? Utilize melted coconut oil as a deep conditioning scalp and hair remedy. Massage coconut oil into your scalp and then work it through your hair. Leave it on for a couple of hours and then wash it out using shampoo (no need to condition unless you have really long hair and then maybe just the ends.)
Note: For you no ‘poo-ers keep in mind that coconut oil will saturate your hair with awesome goodness… that can be really hard to get out with just baking soda and *some* natural shampoos. You want to try only a little of coconut oil on a little section of hair and see if you can get it out before you do this. Otherwise, you might have really greasy (but soft!) hair for a few washes. NOT that I’m speaking from personal experience of anything (*cough*).
8. Simple Toxic-Free Shaving Cream
Apply coconut oil to your legs as a natural replacement for your shaving cream. Talk about a simple, natural beauty tip.
9. All Natural Black Head Removal
Place 4 or 5 drops of raw honey on an open lemon wedge. Then rub the lemon on your face for a minute, emphasizing any trouble areas. Leave the mixture on for 5 minutes and rinse with cold water. (Keep in mind that citrus can make your skin photosensitive so it’s best to do this before bed rather than before going outside).
10. Dry Brushing for Better Skin
Dry brushing is an easy detoxification process for your entire body. It stimulates a number of organs through a gentle massage. It also helps the lymphatic system, eliminates dead skin coatings, strengthens the immune system, can eliminate cellulite, stimulates the hormones, and can help tighten skin through better circulation. Best of all, it’s cheap and easy.
Okay, okay... I know. The idea of smearing oil all over your face is completely the opposite of what many of us grew up learning. I know. It's weird.
I mean most of us grew up with the idea that oil was the cause of our bad skin. I thought that the more I could get rid of oil, the better I would look and that belief leads me to years of buying prescription medication, cleansers, and lotions that said "oil reducing". I spent a ton of money and my skin only got worse! Eventually, I gave up all the expensive oil-stripping products and things started to get better.
Okay, maybe it wasn't exactly that easy. But there was enough of an improvement that I began to wonder if oil wasn't so bad after all.
I did a lot of research, but part of me was still very hesitant to try it. I somehow just knew that if I used it, then I would wake up the next day with a face full of zits. I bet that's how you feel too, right?
Oh, the horror!!
Seriously, it took me months to grow enough nerve to try it. Yes, I know. I'm a wimp.
I was such a wimp that I decided to start experimenting with coconut oil in other ways. I made deodorant with oil. I know. It's weird. But it worked! My pits smelled fabulous and there are no zits.Sweet!
I tried other beauty products with coconut oil and each one worked great. I didn't break out anywhere on my body, plus my skin was smoother and softer. I became a believer! It was time to start using coconut oil to clean my face.
Why Coconut Oil Is Good For Your Skin
Your face will smell like a vacation.
What You Need:
It can be stored at room temperature. It does NOT need to be refrigerated. It will last years at room temperature, but since you will be introducing objects or fingers into the coconut oil, I recommend that you use your best judgment. Even though coconut oil has antibacterial and antifungal properties remember that your fingers harbor bacteria so you probably don't want much more than a few weeks supply in your storage container at a time. Sorry, I'm a total germaphobe.
You should not store coconut oil in anything that doesn't have a lid that easily comes off or that you can not stick your fingers into because it can be a liquid or a solid or something in between. Coconut oil has a melting point (anytime the temperature is above 75 degrees) so the consistency will change throughout the year. It's summer and I have seen it as both a liquid and a gel consistency, but I know from using coconut oil that it can become solid when it's colder. However, it easily melts when it comes in contact with heat (like your hands).
The Dirty Truth is...
I know that this isn't for everybody, but a lot of people really love cleansing with coconut oil and they have seen tremendous results. But it can cause comedogenic acne in quite a few people (which are tiny clusters of small, hard pimples) and if that happens you should change what you're doing! You can keep cleansing with oils, but you should either change oils or blend the oil with another carrier oil. Some other people have a tremendous about of acne with OCM and that doesn't mean that OCM isn't for you- it means you have to experiment more with different kinds of oils and ratios.
I mean most of us grew up with the idea that oil was the cause of our bad skin. I thought that the more I could get rid of oil, the better I would look and that belief leads me to years of buying prescription medication, cleansers, and lotions that said "oil reducing". I spent a ton of money and my skin only got worse! Eventually, I gave up all the expensive oil-stripping products and things started to get better.
Okay, maybe it wasn't exactly that easy. But there was enough of an improvement that I began to wonder if oil wasn't so bad after all.
I did a lot of research, but part of me was still very hesitant to try it. I somehow just knew that if I used it, then I would wake up the next day with a face full of zits. I bet that's how you feel too, right?
Oh, the horror!!
Seriously, it took me months to grow enough nerve to try it. Yes, I know. I'm a wimp.
I was such a wimp that I decided to start experimenting with coconut oil in other ways. I made deodorant with oil. I know. It's weird. But it worked! My pits smelled fabulous and there are no zits.Sweet!
I tried other beauty products with coconut oil and each one worked great. I didn't break out anywhere on my body, plus my skin was smoother and softer. I became a believer! It was time to start using coconut oil to clean my face.
Why Coconut Oil Is Good For Your Skin
- It has antibacterial and antifungal properties (goodbye acne and eczema)
- It won't change the pH of your face so it's not irritating
- Lots and lots of antioxidants to help diminish fine lines and wrinkles
- Great natural moisturizer
- It tricks the skin into thinking it has enough oil to slow down oil production while locking in the moisture.
- It's been shown to work for all skin types although some people may be more prone to breakouts using only coconut oil. If you break out then you can mix it with other oils like castor oil or jojoba oil.
Even celebrities use it! Heck yes, I want to look like Gisele Bundchen and Gwyneth Paltrow!! If it's good enough for them, then it's definitely good enough for me! Also, I found out that ancient nobility (Pharaohs, Roman Emperors) used natural oils commonly for skin cleaning and moisturizing. If oil is good enough for models, celebrities, and ancient royalty, then I suppose it's good enough for me. {wink}
The one thing I will impart to you as IMPORTANT is that you buy a good quality coconut oil.
You should look for a coconut oil that is unrefined, 100% coconut oil, and preferably organic.Remember this stuff will be entering your pores and hydrating your skin-- this is a time to splurge a little! Get the good stuff!
The one thing I will impart to you as IMPORTANT is that you buy a good quality coconut oil.
You should look for a coconut oil that is unrefined, 100% coconut oil, and preferably organic.Remember this stuff will be entering your pores and hydrating your skin-- this is a time to splurge a little! Get the good stuff!
Your face will smell like a vacation.
What You Need:
- Coconut oil (organic is best)
- I use these brands: Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil
and Organic Virgin Coconut Oil
- A warm, wet washcloth-- I use 100%
- Organic Cotton Wipes
Technically, they are baby wipes. I know. I know. But they are a nice size and softer than a washcloth.
- Essential oils optional
Step 1: gently massage the coconut oil into your face (~30 secs)
Step 2: apply warm towel onto your face (to open up the pores)
Step 3: wait 15-30 seconds or so and then lightly remove the oil with a washcloth-- no scrubbing!
Step 4: if you feel like you need it, splash some warm water to remove excess oil, but your skin should absorb most of it.
Done! See-- not so hard, right?
The warm cloth will open up your pores and allow the coconut oil to go inside and push out all that dirt and yuck that's inside.
Over time, coconut oil is supposed to help even skin tone and reduce the size of your pores. You can also use this in the shower, but I don't recommend washing it off right away. Let your skin absorb it for a few minutes before you try to remove any excess oil.
You can also add other oils into the coconut oil for additional benefits. I've seen multiple websites that recommend mixing the coconut oil with carrier oils, especially castor oil at a 1:1 ratio.
You can use carrier oils such as....
Essential oils
You can add essential oils to your coconut oil to get added skin benefits. Just make sure to dilute them by using 1-3 drops per teaspoon of coconut oil.
I recommend using therapeutic grade essential oils because other essential oils are more likely to cause a reaction because they are not meant to be applied directly to the skin. Did you know that only 10% of an essential oil actually needs to be 100% plant matter to have "pure" on the label! Blasphemy!
The warm cloth will open up your pores and allow the coconut oil to go inside and push out all that dirt and yuck that's inside.
Over time, coconut oil is supposed to help even skin tone and reduce the size of your pores. You can also use this in the shower, but I don't recommend washing it off right away. Let your skin absorb it for a few minutes before you try to remove any excess oil.
You can also add other oils into the coconut oil for additional benefits. I've seen multiple websites that recommend mixing the coconut oil with carrier oils, especially castor oil at a 1:1 ratio.
You can use carrier oils such as....
- Almond oil or Grapeseed oil for oily skin
- Sunflower oil or Aragan oil for regular skin
- Avocado oil or Apricot oil for dry skin
- Jojoba oil for all skin types, but especially acne prone skin
- Castor oil for all skin types (but is more likely to cause drying and sensitivity than other oils)
Essential oils
I recommend using therapeutic grade essential oils because other essential oils are more likely to cause a reaction because they are not meant to be applied directly to the skin. Did you know that only 10% of an essential oil actually needs to be 100% plant matter to have "pure" on the label! Blasphemy!
Trouble Shooting
There have been reports of increases acne with the use of coconut oil in some people. Other people have great results, so you'll have to see how your skin reacts to the coconut oil. If you do notice that you start to break out, then I've read that people will often replace the coconut oil with jojoba oil or mix it with castor oil which greatly improves the symptoms.
Storage
There have been reports of increases acne with the use of coconut oil in some people. Other people have great results, so you'll have to see how your skin reacts to the coconut oil. If you do notice that you start to break out, then I've read that people will often replace the coconut oil with jojoba oil or mix it with castor oil which greatly improves the symptoms.
Storage
I recommend putting a little coconut oil in a container with a lid so you can freely dip your fingers or put a cotton ball into it.
It can be stored at room temperature. It does NOT need to be refrigerated. It will last years at room temperature, but since you will be introducing objects or fingers into the coconut oil, I recommend that you use your best judgment. Even though coconut oil has antibacterial and antifungal properties remember that your fingers harbor bacteria so you probably don't want much more than a few weeks supply in your storage container at a time. Sorry, I'm a total germaphobe.
You should not store coconut oil in anything that doesn't have a lid that easily comes off or that you can not stick your fingers into because it can be a liquid or a solid or something in between. Coconut oil has a melting point (anytime the temperature is above 75 degrees) so the consistency will change throughout the year. It's summer and I have seen it as both a liquid and a gel consistency, but I know from using coconut oil that it can become solid when it's colder. However, it easily melts when it comes in contact with heat (like your hands).
The Dirty Truth is...
I know that this isn't for everybody, but a lot of people really love cleansing with coconut oil and they have seen tremendous results. But it can cause comedogenic acne in quite a few people (which are tiny clusters of small, hard pimples) and if that happens you should change what you're doing! You can keep cleansing with oils, but you should either change oils or blend the oil with another carrier oil. Some other people have a tremendous about of acne with OCM and that doesn't mean that OCM isn't for you- it means you have to experiment more with different kinds of oils and ratios.
