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
Bergamot oil for oily and acne prone skin. Recipes that contain bergamot oil.
Bergamot oil can be used in acne masks and serums for it's ability to reduce oiliness and balance skin. Use it in a honey, yogurt and tea tree acne mask for oily complexions. Bergamot essential oil can be used in the treatment of depression, stress, tension, fear, hysteria, infection (all types including skin), anorexia, psoriasis, eczema.
The only thing you need to be aware of with Bergamot essential oil is that it is phototoxic - which means that if you use it before sun exposure, it can cause pigmentation of the skin.
Bergamot oil is used in skin care and massage oils for it's potent antiseptic properties. It helps to reduce the acne bacteria on your skin.
You can use bergamot oil to fight acne in a variety of homemade recipes including cleansers, creams, lotions and steam treatments like the recipes in The Complete Acne Book