Natural Facial Masks and Home Recipes

October 1, 2009 by admin · 1 Comment 

Today, there are so many facial treatments available, it’s hard to know what to choose.  What will cause a reaction, what might cause a breakout?  There are many great facial masks and treatments such as face lifts, chemical peels, botox, laser resurfacing and others, but many are expensive, can be risky, while some offer only a short term result.  If you want to really remove wrinkles and have healthier, glowing skin you need to use natural remedies and creams to help you improve your overall facial look.

Some of the basic things you need to know to avoid wrinkles is to: use sun protection, have a healthy diet, avoid stress, have proper sleep, eat your fruits and vegetables, take vitamins and drink plenty of water.

As an alternative to more expensive spa treatments, using some home remedies for skin care can also be very helpful in improving the health of your skin naturally. For example you can use a natural anti wrinkle face mask or a skin brightening mask.

Below are some ingredients and different types of facial masks that you can make at home:

Honey Mask
Egg cream mask
Cornflour mask
Apple facial mask
Egg white olive oil face mask
Egg white lemon mask
Banana Mask
Egg white cucumber min anti wrinkle face mask
Papaya cream face pack
Peach lemon face pack

Let’s start with the honey anti wrinkle mask

You will need:

1 and a half tbsp honey, half tsp carrot juice, and a pinch of baking soda

You then mix honey and juice of carrots, apply it and leave it on your face for 20 minutes. Remove with a cotton wool (or wash cloth) soaked with warm water with a pinch of baking soda added.

DIY Green-Papaya Brightening Mask

Enrich and beatify your skin with honey, yogurt,and papaya.  Well, this is a great recipe to feed your skin the beauty it needs.

Ingredients:
1/2 cup unripe papaya, diced
1 teaspoon plain yogurt
1 teaspoon raw honey

Tools:
1 large glass or ceramic bowl
1 bath towel
1 small spray bottle

1. You will need ½ cup of unripe, diced papaya. This contains natural alpha-hydroxy acids and high levels of
papain, an enzyme that helps dissolve dead skin cells.

2. 1 teaspoon of plain yogurt. The yogurt adds lactic acid (another alpha-hydroxy) and gives the mask a creamy texture.

3. 1 teaspoon of raw honey helps the skin to retain moisture.

4. Blend the ingredients in a food processor until smooth. Apply to clean skin using fingers; leave on for 8 to 10 minutes. When left on, the mask should tingle slightly. If you have sensitive skin or prefer a gentler exfoliation, use ripe papaya, which has less papain. Rinse off using cool water and pat dry. Finish by applying a gentle moisturizer.

There are infinite varieties of  cosmetic face masks that can help as well.

Clay face masks, are great for oily skin, it detoxifies, opens up clogged pores and remove blackheads.

Firming Masks, massaging in the contours of your face will firm up your skin.

Radiance masks, use vitamins and add glow to lifeless skin.

Hydrating face masks, or Anti-Aging Masks, moisturize dry skin

You have to choose what is best for your skin, based on your skin type. A homemade mask can be very useful and easy to do with simple natural ingredients that you can find at home. If “cooking” is not your thing, then try out some of the more natural options on the market for facial masks and treatments. Don’t forget to ask for samples as well!  Natural anti aging face masks with organic ingredients can do wonders to restore your fresh facial look and return reduce wrinkles.

Deep Cleanse With Clay Facial Mask at Home

July 30, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

Facials are relaxing and rejuvenating and help you feel great while deep cleaning your skin. One way to do this is to make a deep cleansing facial mask.

There are many varieties on the market today, but you can save your money and make many of these products at home for a fraction of the cost. In most cases, the ingredients you use at home can be organic and are probably more pure than any product you could buy at the store.

Good hygiene is the first step to beautiful skin, but it’s not enough to just wash daily. Deep clean once or twice a week to remove any remaining impurities and tighten pores. A facial mask treatment made from clay can be relaxing and give your skin a healthy glow.

You can find green clay in most organic or herbal markets. If you do not live near an herbal market, green clay can also be purchased online.

Always be sure to test your mask on a small patch of skin before application to avoid any allergic reactions. First, take 1-2 teaspoons of your green clay and add a few drops of rosemary essential oil - which acts as an excellent antimicrobial for acne or trouble spots. Next, add a teaspoon or more of water until you make a paste. You can also add Witch Hazel instead for a tonic effect.

Instructions

Step 1

Wash the face before you apply the clay facial mask. This helps to remove as much surface debris as possible and it allows the clay to penetrate
deep into the skin.

Step 2

Steam the face for 5 to 10 minutes after you wash it to open the pores of the skin. A steamy shower is an easy way to steam the face, but a pot of
boiling water with a few drops of rosemary essential oil also provides beneficial steam. Remove the pot from the stove, place a towel over the head and
trap the steam from the pot in a tent.

TIP: When you steam your face, remember to pull away to catch a breath and allow your face to cool down slightly if it gets too hot.

Step 3

Pat the face dry with a towel.

Step 4

Squeeze the clay mask onto your fingertips and gently rub it on the face. Use upward, sweeping motions. Add more mask where spots are thin and
cover the entire face so no skin is visible.

Step 5

Allow the clay facial mask to dry according to the manufacturer’s directions. The dry time will vary with the type of products included in the mask,
but most facial masks dry within 5 to 10 minutes of application. This is the most relaxing part of a facial, so take the time to rest the mind and body.

Step 6

Rinse the mask off with warm water. Wipe the clay off with upward, sweeping motions. Remove any clay facial mask that remains with a washcloth
and gently rub in circular motions. Do a final rinse with cold water to close the pores.

Step 7

Finish the facial with a toner and moisturizer specific to your skin type.