DIY Organic Beauty Recipes
Throughout history remarkable beauty recipes
and remedies were discovered purely out of necessity. Over a period of time,
many home remedies have proven to be effective and natural, therefore healthy!
Choosing certified organic ingredients ensure that your home remedies are free
from toxic chemicals and pesticides.
Home beauty recipes and remedies have been around for centuries. However keep in
mind any allergies or sensitivity you may have to some ingredients; such as
glycerin, lemons, strawberries, eggs, etc. Check with your doctor or
dermatologist if you are not sure you can use certain ingredients.
HONEY Honey is a natural humectant, meaning it has
the ability to attract and retain moisture making it a natural hydrating
option for skin. Hydration is an important factor in maintaining your skins
softness, suppleness and elasticity.
Honey contains significant natural antioxidants . Antioxidants protect the skin
from the suns damaging UV rays and aid skin rejuvenation.
Honey also
has antimicrobial agents which inhibit the growth of certain
bacteria, making it useful for the treatment of minor acne flare-ups.
Firming Facial Mask
Whisk 1tbsp certified organic honey, 1 egg white and enough flour to form a
paste.
Application:- smooth over face and throat leave for 10 minutes then rinse with
warm water.
Blemish Remedy
Using a cotton bud swab honey on blemish- after cleansing skin leave for
approx 10 minutes, rinse and pat dry.
Skin Softening Bath
Add 1/4 cup of honey to your bath water
Moisture Mask
Mix 2tbsp honey with 2tbsp milk
Application: Smooth over face and throat, leave 10 minutes, rinse with warm
water
LEMONS
Lemons have long been highly regarded as a
cosmetic, thanks to its delicate scent and high vitamin C and acid content, and
is still widely used to soften and tone the skin and to lighten the complexion.
The humble lemon has many cosmetic properties including: softener, emollient,
moisturiser, cleanser, toner as well as it magnificent scent.
Lemons are photosensitive do not expose yourself to the sun for a few hours
after the treatments.
Body Scrub
Mix together
1/4 cup brown sugar -exfoliates without drying
1 cup grape seed oil - moisturises
1/4 cup grated lemon peel (to invigorate your senses)
Application-gently rub all over in small circular motions, rinse with water then
pat dry.
Hair Rinse
Rinse your hair with a little lemon
juice after shampooing to give it more shine to your hair.
Lightening of Skin
Take one tablespoon of a light vegetable oil such as almond or a light olive oil
15 drops of lemon juice
one teaspoon of honey.
Application Apply over clean skin. Leave it on for about 10
minutes and rinse with warm water.
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