By: Suki Kramer
Winter's stale indoor heat, low humidity, cold temperatures and windy
conditions all take a toll on your skin. Dry, dead skin cells build up, oil
imbalances cause an increase of clogged pores and wrinkles seem all the more
pronounced.
Beat the winter beauty blues with these easy skin care recipes that use
common kitchen ingredients. Of course, try to buy organic and local whenever
possible!
Soup to Nuts Facial Scrub
* 1Ž2 cup chopped cucumber (do not peel)--soothing, natural exfoliant
* 1 teaspoon pineapple juice--toning, exfoliating
* 1 tablespoon baking soda--ph balancer, gentle cleanser
* 2 whole eggs--clears blemishes, tightens skin, helps with wrinkles
* 2 tablespoons yogurt--hydrating, probiotic treatment
* 2/3 cup ground almonds--natural exfoliant
Puree the cucumber until smooth. Add remaining ingredients and blend on
medium-low speed for 1 minute. Apply to moistened face in a gentle, circular
motion. Rinse thoroughly.
Nourishing Hydration Masque
* 1Ž2 avocado (peeled & pitted)--moisturizing. vitamin-rich
* 3 seedless grapes--tightening, toning, antioxidant
* 1 egg--tightening, hydrating and adds protein value
* 1 teaspoon mayonnaise--nourishing
* 1 teaspoon honey--anti-blemishes & anti-wrinkle
* 1 tablespoon baking soda--ph balancer, gentle cleanser
* 2 teaspoons apple juice--exfoliating
Puree the avocado and grapes until smooth. Add remaining ingredients and
blend on medium speed for 45 seconds. Apply evenly to face & leave on for
10-15 minutes.
Intense Hydrating Face/Body Lotion
* 1 teaspoon olive oil--great natural hydrator
* 1/3 teaspoon shea butter (found in natural food stores)--moisturizer
* 1 teaspoon apple juice--exfoliating
* 1 teaspoon lemon juice--tonic
* 1/3 teaspoon coconut oil--source of vitamins and rich nourishers
In a small saucepan, slowly heat ingredients together until warm. Remove
from heat and let cool. Note: oils and juices will separate. Pour into small
bottle and shake prior to use. Apply to face in circular massaging motion
until thoroughly absorbed.
DIY Winter Skin Spa
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