Homemade face masks have been used for centuries to moisturize skin. Most of the top skincare ranges in our modern times contain active ingredients that are much the same or derived from the same ingredients - whether chemically derived or natural - as what the likes of Cleopatra or other famous … [Read more...] about Homemade Face Masks: More Effective Than Store Bought Products
Oatmeal offers moisturising cleansing and protective benefits for skin
Oatmeal is great for soothing itchy or irritated skin. It's often referred to as Avena sativa (oat) kernel meal, and is great for lifting away dead cells, irritation, and redness, leaving behind a soft, moist glow.
Hydrating: Oats contain polysaccharides, forming a gelatinous substance in water which leaves a fine protective film on the skin, preventing dullness, flaking and dryness.
Soothing: Oatmeal contains soothing substances to calm itching and irritation.
Moisturizing: Oats are rich in moisturizing essential fatty acids.
Protective: The proteins in oatmeal help maintain the skin's natural protective barrier keeping out contaminants and keeping moisture in.
Pore cleansing: Oats are naturally high in purifying natural cleansers (or saponins) that gently remove dirt and oil from the pores.
Try the oatmeal masks in the recipes below or in the Natural Skincare Recipes book
Homemade Avocado Facial Mask (and others)
Today's cosmetic counters are flooded with countless facial masks; masks that cleanse, masks that nourish, masks for the young, masks for the old, masks for dry skin, masks for oily skin, masks for normal skin and so on and on and on. So, with so many available masks why am I here to suggest that … [Read more...] about Homemade Avocado Facial Mask (and others)
Papaya Whitening Facial Mask Recipe With Optional Cucumber
Papaya for face whitening Here is an affordable homemade facial recipe that can not only whitens and lightens discoloration in your skin but also exfoliates and renews cells. Papaya is used in many skin care products today. It's an active ingredient in many soaps, lotions, toners, facial peels, … [Read more...] about Papaya Whitening Facial Mask Recipe With Optional Cucumber
8 natural face masks to nourish your skin
1. Cucumber mask (for dry skin) Mix a small cucumber with a cup of oatmeal and a tablespoon of yogurt. Apply a thick layer of the skin and apply for 30 minutes. Then wash with warm water and leave to dry. 2. Honey mask (for all skin types) Apply a thin layer of honey to moist skin, and leave … [Read more...] about 8 natural face masks to nourish your skin