Anti-oxidants are free radical scavengers that neutralize damaging atoms, molecules and ions that cause aging. Fruits and vegetables are high in anti-oxidants especially those that contain Vitamin A, C E K and Niacin. These natural sources of anti-oxidants offer rich benefits to your skin … [Read more...] about Anti-oxidant masks and treatments to make at home
AHAs or alpha hydroxy acids, benefits for skin
Alpha hydroxy acids have been used in skin care for many years to renew skin cells and stimulate collagen production. Use AHA's in natural skin care recipes at home for their gentle exfoliation benefits, lifting off the top dull layer of your skin to reveal a softer smoother complexion.
Most fruits contain some type of acids, citrus fruits, apples and tropical fruit contain the most concentrated amounts of AHA's.
You can make a homemade mask from fruit puree, pulp or juice. Add to this oils, dairy products such as milk or yogurt that contains lactic acid, or brown sugar to make a potent AHA facial exfoliator peel for skin. Try the recipes below or many more wonderful homemade fruit masks for skin in Natural Homemade Skin Care Recipes
Yummy Edible Moisturizing Face Masks
If words like chocolate, strawberries, quarg (quark) or lemon sherbert make your tastebuds water then you'll love these homemade edible face mask recipes. The recipes I am about to share with you are not only delicious to eat but also contain many benefits for your skin that you can find in skin … [Read more...] about Yummy Edible Moisturizing Face Masks
Alpha Lipoic Acid Benefits
Alpha Lipoic acid benefits are numerous making ALA's amazing for skin. It is has powerful anti aging properties because of it's anti-oxidant and regenerating properties. Lipoyllysine is the compound that Aplha lipoic acid attaches to in foods so any make, cream made from foods rich in this … [Read more...] about Alpha Lipoic Acid Benefits
Almond Oil For Skin
ALMOND OIL FOR SKIN Made from: Pressed almonds Useful for: Moisturizing lotions, creams, balms. Can be used straight as a moisturizer on its own or as a carrier base for essential oils. Benefits of Almond oil for skin: High fatty acid concentration so very moisturizing and great for itchy … [Read more...] about Almond Oil For Skin
Natural Skin Care Product Active Ingredients And What They Do
The active ingredients you will find in commercial skincare products can also be found in many foods and ingredients you have at home. Here are what they do for your skin and how they are used in skincare products. ALPHA HYDROXY ACIDS (AHA’S) These are fruit acids naturally derived from fruit … [Read more...] about Natural Skin Care Product Active Ingredients And What They Do