On Jan 31, 5:05=A0am, xiko...@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
wrote:
> Today when we want to try out a skin care product, we immediately
> think of 'which one will I buy'. It wasn't that long ago when the only
> option available was to make your own skin care treatments. Of course
> there are many excellent commercial skin care products who have
> thousands of adoring customers. If you wanted something different,
> something more holistic or even organic, there are companies who
> produce these items as well. What if you wanted to go an even more all
> natural route and create your own skin care regimen at home?
>
> Well, obviously, to do that you would need to manufacture all the skin
> care products yourself. A typical skin care regimen consists of first
> exfoliating your skin, followed by a nice cleanser. Next, applying a
> toner helps really condition and clean the skin. Lastly, a good
> moisturizer helps leave the skin smooth and silky. So, knowing that,
> all one needs to do is find recipes for each of these steps in the
> process. Note: If you prefer an organic option, make sure all the
> produce in the following recipes is organic.
>
> Home Made Lemon Exfoliator:
> Take one lemon and cut in half and juice it. Save the lemon halves to
> rub on your elbows, knees and bottoms of your heels (anywhere you have
> thick skin). Combine the lemon juice with 1/2 to 2/3 cups of
> granulated sugar. Take this mixture and rub it all over your body
> while standing in the tub or shower. Once you have completely rubbed
> the paste all over your skin (take care on your face and avoid using
> it near your eyes), rinse your body.
>
> Home Made Facial Cleanser:
> Take 1 cup of roll oats or oatmeal and add it to a blender. Process it
> for a few seconds to soften the flakes. Do not process it to a powder.
> In a bowl, add the processed oats and 1 tablespoon of granulated salt
> or sugar. To this mixture, add 1/4 cup of farina. To use it, splash
> your face with lukewarm water. With your wet fingers, take the mixture
> from the bowl and rub it on
>
> http://www.dontplayplay.com/html/Both***es/20061002/47215.html
Thank you for this....some very good ideas here....I have heard that
raw aloe vera is also very good, if you have a plant on your window
sill.
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