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Facial Recipes

Treat yourself and your skin to some TLC. Give yourself


a facial.

It's not only good for you, if feels great too. You can
make a facial from ordinary kitchen goods. Here are
some recipes which are inexpensive to make and you
probably have the ingredients right in your kitchen.
Honey Facial * (warning - do not use this if you are allergic to eggs!)
1 tablespoon honey
1 egg yoke
1 teaspoon olive oil
Beat the egg yoke with a fork, add the oil and blend well. Add the honey using a
spoon that you have rinsed with hot water and blend well again. Smear it all over
your face with your fingers, except do not cover your eyes. Leave it on your face
for 15 minutes, then rinse it off.

Cucumber Facial
1 cucumber
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon witch hazel (you can buy this in any drug store)
1 egg white, beaten with an electric beater until fluffy.
Peel the cucumber and run it through a blender or a food processor. Pour the
cucumber pulp into a colander or strainer and force it through, catching the liquid
that comes out in a bowl underneath. Combine the cucumber liquid with the
lemon juice and the witch hazel. Stir it and add the beaten egg white gently. Put it
on your face and leave it on for 15 to 25 minutes, then rinse off.

Refreshing Fruit Facials


PEACH TIGHTENING MASK
1 Peach, ripe, peeled, pitted
1 Egg white
Whip the peach and egg white together in a blender until smooth. Gently
pat the mixture all over your face. Relax for 30 minutes, then rinse it off
with cool water.

APPLE MASK FOR NORMAL SKIN


1 Apple, cored & quartered
2 T Honey
Drop the apple pieces into a food processor and chop. Add honey and
refrigerate for 10 minutes. Pat the mixture onto your face with a light
tapping motion, tapping until the honey feels tacky. Leave it on for 30
minutes and then rinse.

CUCUMBER MASK FOR OILY SKIN


1/2 Cucumber
1 Egg white
1 T Lemon juice
1 tsp mint
Puree everything and refrigerate for 10 minutes. Apply the mixture to your
face and leave it on for 15 minutes. Rinse with warm, then cool water.

STRAWBERRY DRAWING MASK


1/2 c Strawberries, very ripe
1/4 c Cornstarch
Mix strawberries and cornstarch together to make a paste and apply it to
your face, avoiding the delicate area around your eyes. Leave it on for 30
minutes and then rinse it off with cool water.

CITRUS FRESHNER
2 cups boiling water
1 vitamin C (a preservative)
Lemon peel (zest) from 2 lemons
Dissolve the vitamin in water. In a glass bowl put the lemon zest and pour
the water over them. Let it sit over night. Remove the zest and put in a
spray bottle. You can use any type of citrus peel.

BLEMISHED SKIN MASK


1 Tomato, ripe, chopped
1 tsp Lemon juice
1 T Instant style oatmeal or old-fashioned rolled oats
Blend everything until just combined. Apply to skin, making sure the
mixture is thick enough to stay on blemished areas: cheeks, forehead, or
chin. If necessary, add a bit more oatmeal to thicken the mask. Leave it on
for 10 minutes, then scrub it off with a clean washcloth dipped in warm
water.

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Yes it is, it cleans your pores so your face may breath,


it also has minerals that will do you skin wonders,
need anything else let me know, I do the natural
baths and such all the time.

Apricot Cream Mask


Instructions:
Soak 1 cup dried apricots in water until softened.
Puree in blender or food processor with 2 tablespoons
skim milk powder. Apply to face and let set about 15
minutes. Gently wipe off with a damp wash cloth.

Grape Fruit Mask


Materials:
1 Grapefruit
1 Small pot plain yogurt
Instructions:
Peel the grapefruit, break the flesh into segments
and remove the seeds and pith. Blend enough yogurt
with the fruit to make a paste. Leave the mixture for
1 hour in the refridgerator. Apply the pack to your
face and leave on for 10 minutes. Gently remove with
cold water, then pat dry with a clean towel.

Fruit Facial Smoothie


Recipe #109510

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Did you know that pineapple contains enzymes to help remove dead skin cells. Melon
moisturises and rehydrates your face. Seltzer water adds effervescence that speeds up the
smoothie's action1 Melon, pineapple and seltzer water combine in this recipe and result in
a great face smoothie that will tighten your pores and make you feel amazingly refresed!
It is from the book "Ooh la la Perfect body" by Susie Galvez.
by Charishma Ramchandani

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1/4 cup melon


1/4 cup fresh pineapple
1/2 cup seltzer water

Not the one? See other Fruit Facial Smoothie Recipes

1. Mix the melon, pineapple and seltzer water together in a blender.


2. Blend until smooth.
3. Apply onto your damp face and neck.
4. Keep it on for 15 minutes.
5. Rinse with cold water.
6. Pat dry.
7. Moisturise with your favourite moisturiser.
8. Enjoy!

] Fruit Facial Mask (summer)


Recipe #101443

1 rating
Found this recipe at about.com. Papaya contains a strong enzyme called papain which
dissolves oil and dead skin cells; it is one of the best non-abrasive masks that you can
use. The strawberries also helps exfoliate those dead skin cells.
by WaterMelon

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1
servings
20 min 5 min prep
2 large strawberries
2 tablespoons papayas, pulp
1 egg white
1/2 English cucumber

Not the one? See other Fruit Facial Mask (summer) Recipes
1. Puree all ingredients in a blender, apply to face and relax with a good book for 15
minutes.
2. If there is any stinging sensation, remove the mask immediately (This reaction
will alert you to the fact that you have a sensitivity to one of the ingredients).

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Aleya (Guest Post) (11/24/2007)
Mash up three big strawberries and leave for up to 20
mins then wash off with rose water.

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By fay (Guest Post) (11/23/2007)
i need a simple to make scrub or mask for my face
thats works quickly. I have blotchy red cheeks, with
little bumps, and a huge blackhead on my nose!
Please give suggestions!

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By habren (Guest Post) (11/16/2007)
Mix 1 tablespoon of olive oil with a squeeze of lemon
juice and then add about 2-3 tablespoons of sugar or
enough to give it a scrub like consistency.

Apply to face, scrub gently for a couple of minutes.


Wash off with warm water.

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs For Acne


Post By Kaira (Guest Post) (11/12/2007)
I have bad acne and I am tired of getting made fun of.
Do you have anything for me?

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Bobby (Guest Post) (11/08/2007)
1/2 of baby powder
1/4 of water and clears it all up i did it my face loocs
better then Jessica simpson's on the T.V comercail
RE: Homemade Facial masks
Post By priya (Guest Post) (11/06/2007)
this is a great face mask.
use
3 tsp of multani mitti
2 tsp o glycerine
2 tsp of rose water n
juice of 1 tamato

mix it up n apply on ur face.leave it 4 a few min n


wash it.

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Ashley (Guest Post) (11/01/2007)
I just kind of guessed, but I used:

about a tbsp of honey (if you use this for face and
hands together you might want a little more)
A splash of milk
enough sugar to make it desired thickness

I know that's a little vague, but that's what I did. My


skin is super soft :)

A word of caution though, if you have sensitive skin,


you should be really careful with home remedies
because you don't know what will irritate already
super sensitive skin.

Good luck :)

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Tbabe (Guest Post) (10/10/2007)
I love this one! Leaves skin soft and radiant!
Mix half a teaspoon sea salt and half a teaspoon
virgin olive oil! Apply to your face until the mixing
bowl is empty. Scrub gently all over and then focus on
problem areas! Skin and hands will be soft and
smooth!

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Heidi (Guest Post) (10/06/2007)
I have a free website where I post recipes for natural
facial scrubs, masks and other beauty treatments a
lot like the ones posted here. One recipe I've used a
lot with fantastic results is the yeast & lemon juice
facial. You just mix a bit of active dry yeast and some
fresh lemon juice, enough to make a paste. Spread
the paste on your face and allow it to dry, then rinse
with a warm washcloth. This recipe exfoliates, clears
pores, and dries acne without drying out your skin. If
you have pimples that are particularly stubborn, you
can apply a bit of the yeast and lemon juice mixture
to the problem area and leave it on overnight. It's
worked great for me and my girlfriends! Check out my
website for other ideas like these!
http://www.fruitfacial.net

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Andrea (Guest Post) (10/06/2007)
Ok, These are simple solutions for Acne. I had really
bad skin as a teenager and these tips changed my
skin.
1) Keep your hair off your face when you go to bed

2) Once or Twice a week beat an EGG WHITE into a


foam and put on your face right away and let it dry
and then wipe with a warm washcloth. It will pull out
all of the impurities and you may have a few really
little pimples the next day but that means they're
going away. If you use the whole egg, the yellow part
and all, it will be more of a moisturizing effect. The
white pulls out the clogs gently.

3) If you get a breakout or you feel that you always


have a few bumps, lightly rub Tea Tree Oil on the
areas with a Q-tip or cotton. Be careful though. You
just need enough to coat it. Your skin shouldn't look
wet or it will make your eyes sting from the smell.

4) Steaming your face with Tea Tree Oil is also


amazing. I like doing it after I use the egg white
mask.

I'm not an expert but I've tried tons and these work
great. The miracle over the counter product is
Clearasil Vanishing Treatment. It works better than
all the expensive stuff.

I also wouldn't use Olive Oil on my skin if I had or


tend to get breakouts because for people who have
chronic acne it would make it worse.

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Becki (Guest Post) (10/03/2007)
i just made a scrub with sugar, honey and a squeeze
of lemon juice, smoothed it on, and it worked really
well. My face is so much smoother, and I put on some
suda creme, anti bacterial moisturizer to make sure
its not too dried out. Awesome, give it a go. xx

Warnings about Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Lissa (Guest Post) (09/24/2007)
This is just for anyone who is considering trying the
recepies that involve mixing anything with a cleanser.
TRY IT ON THE INSIDE OR YOUR FOREARM FIRST!
These may work great, but the additional ingredients
may not react well to the original cleanser. You
should do this with any new product: it ensures that
you aren't allergic to any of the ingredients. If you do
get a rash, it's less embarrassing for it to be on your
wrist than your arm!

this is the best facial that i have ever had


Post By maegan (Guest Post) (09/23/2007)
Oh my gosh, I made the most wonderful facial scrub
ever! You mix powdered sugar, a little bit of milk, and
just a bit of tomato juice (this is used to add color it is
optional). Leave it on for 10 minutes and rinse it off
with warm water. It left my skin so soft. To make it
even better, make sure that it is cold when you apply
it to your face. I hope that you like it!

RE: To get rid of darkness under eyes


Post By sarah (Guest Post) (09/22/2007)
I once was told that if you put damp tea bags on your
eyes when they are closed it takes away some of the
darkness, but I don't actually know it works.

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Ariena (Guest Post) (09/18/2007)
I'm 16, and I've always had horrible acne. Recently I
made this facial scrub and I found that it helps a lot:

2 tbsp ground uncooked oatmeal


1 tbsp olive oil (or another oil like jojoba, or even
emu)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp brown sugar
Liberal drizzle of honey

Try wearing this one in a hot shower - the steam


helps to open your pores while the honey moisturizes
your face.

Another helpful 'mask':

Grate a chunk of cucumber and leave the gratings in


the fridge for a while. Later put the gratings/juice on
your face and lay down for 10 minutes. The cucumber
gratings help soothe inflamed pimples.

Hope these help!


Ariena xo

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post by Anonymous101 (28) | (09/01/2007)
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This is a really quick and easy home-made scrub that
works like a dream!

You'll need:
* Honey (I use Manuka)
* Plain white/brown sugar
* A small bit of milk
* Tiny drop of Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1) Mix the ingredients in a small bowl


2) Apply to cleansed, damp face.
3) Scrub face gently in circular motions
4) Rinse with warm water and splash with cool water
to close pores.
5) Moisturize (I use plain olive oil)

This 'routine' leaves my face so nice and smooth! Try


it!

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Izjojen (Guest Post) (08/29/2007)
Just get brown sugar, olive oil, and vanilla essence
and mix together. Scrub it on you
face/hands/wherever, rub in and then wash off. It
tastes really good. Yum
GO VANOLIVE!

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Jill (Guest Post) (08/10/2007)
hi im 15. my friend and i love doing homemade spa
night. its her birthday this weekend and i found a
good recipe to "sloth off dead skin cells" its a fruit
cleanser: 1 apricot, 1 avacado, 1/2 medium cucumber,
1 cup of red or green grapes, 1/2 papaya, 1 cup
strawberries. wash your face with this. blend it all
together to form a liquid. This is also for normal to
oily skin and just rinse it off with warm water. it can
last for about a week if you refrigerate it. hope this
helps good luck!

re:dead skin cells


Post By faisal hayat (Guest Post) (08/01/2007)
any one who give a recipie how 2 get rid of dead skin
cells

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By emily (Guest Post) (07/25/2007)
you should try mixing
1/4 cup of brown sugar
and 1 tablespoon of milk
and scrub away

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By (Guest Post) (07/24/2007)
For a facial scrub for acne, you need to start with a
touch of clay. Rhassoul is the best, but bentonite is
easily obtained. Add finely ground oatmeal, rosemary
herb, and sea kelp. Then a couple of drops of
rosemary essential oil. Add enough witch hazel or
apple cider vinegar to make a paste, and scrub over
face. Allow to set for a few minutes or until it feels
dry, then apply a warm facial cloth to face then wipe
off. Three times a week maximum use. Follow with a
moisturizer.

teen party facial masks


Post By Cassey (Guest Post) (07/01/2007)
I want a facial mask that I can do with my friends

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Kennally (Guest Post) (06/15/2007)
Ok. To the poster that said Acutane is the only way to
cure acne, I agree that it works, but I have a friend
who used it and broke out in rashes almost
everywhere on her body. Also, when you use it, you
can't be in the sun and you have to change your diet a
lot. You will probably lose like 10 pounds. My friend
did. A simpler way to get rid of acne is to get your
dermatologist to prescribe you some kind of cream or
something.

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By DeAnna (Guest Post) (06/14/2007)
Hi every1 i was doing a research paper in school to
see which homemade face scrub works the best since
there was soo many out there i was wondering what
few ya'll could suggest to me that works the BEST.

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Ashley (Guest Post) (05/09/2007)
None of this will cure acne. There is only one answer
to this pure and simple. ACUTANE

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By courtney (Guest Post) (05/09/2007)
INGREDIENTS
1 slice ripe pineapple or 1 tablespoon fresh pineapple
juice
Rub the fruit or juice onto your face and allow to set
until dry. Rinse with warm water.
it works great !!

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Jessie (Guest Post) (04/29/2007)
Mix Baking soda with facial cleanser is a mild
exfoliator. You can also put almond husk into blender
and make them as fine as you wish and mix it with
cleanser.

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By kate (Guest Post) (04/28/2007)
i dont have acne or anything but i get pimples every
so often and i cant get rid of them! Any suggestions
to eliminate stubborn pimples???

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Nicole (Guest Post) (04/13/2007)
Hmmm. You could always try mixing sea salt with
extra virgin olive oil then applying it to your face. I've
never tried it, but I do know people who have and
think it's great. :)
vvv

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Yummers (Guest Post) (04/12/2007)
I recently went on a tropical vacation and the salt
water cleared up everything on my back and my face
was absolutely clear! Is there anything I could make
similar to this?

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Kelly (Guest Post) (04/11/2007)
Hey everyone. I am 17 and I used to have very bad
acne. Although my skin isn't perfect yet, let me just
tell you about the 2 products that have made about a
90% improvement, and huge difference in my skin.
The first product I used, and am still using, is St. Ives
Apricot Face Wash (Blemish & Blackhead Control),
which I use everyday. (It clears up blemishes and
acne so fast you won't believe it). The second product
is a scrub which I currently use about 3-4 times a
week; it is called Clearasil Daily Acne Control
Blackhead Clearing Scrub. (It will help exfoliate your
skin, and therefore cure acne as well as prevent new
acne blemishes from coming back)

Also, if your not completely satisfied with those, I


recommend using Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque
about once a week.

But remember, after you use any of these products,


make sure you apply a good moisturizer, so that your
skin doesn't become dry.

Please consider using some of these products,


because trust me, you will see a difference in your
skin, and your acne will be barely there in no time.
Good luck! :)
RE: HELP! Homemade Facial Scrubs???
Post By Aika (Guest Post) (04/07/2007)
i have tried so many things to get rid of pimples...i
mostly used natural things like honey, yogurt, etc.
but instead my face became worse...i know that
stomach problems are connected with your facial
appearance. i am trying to get rid of my pimples (they
are all over my face, but they are not that serious,
tho, it is impossible to get rid of them). do you know
any remedies which could work quickly on my
face????!!! i have steamed my face, made scrubs,
done many things which could help me but still
nothing worked - i even tried Benzaknin anti-acne
cream. HELP!

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By rachael (Guest Post) (04/06/2007)
im 11 and i just got 3 pimples and 1 huge zit on my
forehead! its 8:00 and i need something fast. any
suggestions?

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Stephanie (Guest Post) (04/03/2007)
"Post By Blanka (Guest Post) (02/24/2006)

This is the best way to cure acne. You put 1 cup of sugar, 2 cups of olive
oil, 1 tsp. of lemon juice, 1 cup of instant oatmeal and last but not least 1
cup of water. This cures so fast that when you wake up all your acne
will be gone. Try it i swear you wont regret it! "

Hey, I am thinking of trying this. But can someone


please tell me if you use cooked or uncooked oatmeal
for this. It would really help. Thanks. Btw, anyone got
anymore homemade facial recipes to get rid of acne?
Thanks. :)
RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs (and tips).
Post by happy mikky (2) | (04/01/2007)
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the best way to help keep your face soft, fresh and
healthy is to take care by washing every morning and
every night.

Gently rub sugar mixed with water onto face before


going to bed remember to wash it off. you will get
best results if you put on an aloe vera OR exfoliate
cream on every morning. keep eating vegetables and
a lot of iron and exercise regularly. take a hot bath to
relieve stress because that can be one reason why
your face is all dry or lumpy and not up to complete
standards. hope this works. i've started and i'm sure
it will help. ps try going for walks with friends
socializing is a good way to reliave stress which can
cause break outs or dry unmanageable skin. bye!

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post by happy mikky (2) | (04/01/2007)
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i have the perfect scrub to tighten pores and make
skin smooth and soft.
all you need to do is put half a teaspoon of dried
rosmery in a bowl and mix with two teaspoons of
sugar then add two table spoons of milk and then mix
and wait about one minute to two minutes and it will
turn to foam.put on face with circular motion all over
keep it there for three minutes and then wash off
with cold water and pat with towel till dry.it will work
because i tried it.you will love it!

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post by Munchkinsmom (3) | (03/27/2007)
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I have been using this one for years........
1 Tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 1/2 tsp sweet almond oil
granulated white sugar (how much depends on how
"rough" you want the scrub to be)

I also add a couple of drops of lemon oil (food grade)


for scent. This is great for blackheads (the almond oil
is very light) and dry skin as well. Honestly, I don't
even measure I just "eyeball" it.

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Nen (Guest Post) (03/03/2007)
I just used sugar and honey. Very nice.

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By kerrie (Guest Post) (01/27/2007)
try this for dry skin . . . 3 tablespoons of olive oil or
baby oil, mix with 1 tablespoon of kosher salt
it exfoliates and moisturizes really well!
if you have normal/combo skin try beaten egg whites .
. . spread on your face and wash off in about 25-30
minutes. tightens your face and pores!

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Elle (Guest Post) (09/18/2006)
If you want soft clean skin, try spreading a thin layer
of mayo on your face. After 15 minutes, wash it off
with warm water. The salt and oil in the mayo
removes dirt and softens skin. But it doesn't overdry
or make your face oily. Totally awesome!

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Ada (Guest Post) (09/12/2006)
I first went to ask.com to see if I could use cucumbers
for anything facial but man never mind there is better
stuff out there. Thanks Sister who know about natural
beauty. Wanna email back u can at brookylnluv78 AT
yahoo.com. Lets keep this up- PS note. For Dry hands
after washing dishes. Use a lil' olive oil and the
dryness goes away.

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Katt (Guest Post) (09/10/2006)
Hey people. I am 14 and have really bad skin. I have
lots of black heads around my nose and my skin is
really dry. I was wondering if anyone knew any simple
recipes to help get rid of them.
Thanks!
Katherine Jean.

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Justine (Guest Post) (09/04/2006)
I need a cheap and easy to make at home facial mask
please!!!
thanx
muchlove;
Justine...[L]

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By donaldo (Guest Post) (08/03/2006)
just plain sugar and olive oil works great!

Scrubs and facials for spots and clogged pores


Post By Mickey (Guest Post) (07/29/2006)
Hi, does anyone have a good way of taking away
spots and unclogging pores??

send answer to marika_queen89 AT hotmail.com

TNX!!!!
Bags under eyes
Post By Mo'neque (Guest Post) (07/19/2006)
Take half a banana and smush under both your eyes
and let sit for 5 - 10 minutes then rinse with warm
water then with cold water.= )

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post by ness1up2 (4) | (07/13/2006)
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my 12 year old daughter gets acne off and on.the
doctor told her to use dove bar soap 2x daily.1 in the
am.1 in the pm.do not use any more than that.within
2 days they were drying up.she looked so much
better.now whenever she has a breakout she uses the
dove bar and it clears right up

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post by GRAPEfedGODDESS (7) | (07/13/2006)
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If you wake up with huge pimple, try dabbing some
toothpaste on it for about 15 minutes, then wipe it
off. It will reduce the redness and swelling. If that
doesn't help as much as you would like it to, try
leaving a thin layer of it on the skin (layered under oil
free make-up, of course) all day.

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Jane (Guest Post) (07/13/2006)
Try equal parts of honey and cornmeal, mixed
thoroughly. Your face will feel very smooth and will
radiate. For something faster, pour 1 to 2 tablespoons
of sugar in hand and mix in some cetaphil. Massage
gently in circular motion to create creamy foam on
face, then rinse. These are my favorite recipes and I
know they will work for you.
PuFfY eYe and darKL ciRcLe undEr eYe
Post By wally (Guest Post) (06/26/2006)
does anYonE kNoW hOw to gET riD of Eye bAg or
puFFy eYe iN a NaturAl wAy??!

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Post By Caitlin (Guest Post) (06/07/2006)
does anyone know of homemade lotions that help
with dry skin?

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Post By Brandi (Guest Post) (06/07/2006)
can anyone tell me how to make a mud mask and
what is best for getting rid of dry skin?

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By jessica (Guest Post) (05/30/2006)
beat one egg until a little foamy the put in a little
olive oil

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Post By kaitlyn (Guest Post) (04/08/2006)
does anyone know a proper way to get rid of acne..if
anyone has advice please tell..i dont have major acne
but i just want to prevent and stuff like that...

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Blanka (Guest Post) (02/24/2006)
This is the best way to cure acne. You put 1 cup of
sugar, 2 cups of olive oil, 1 tsp. of lemon juice, 1 cup
of instant oatmeal and last but not least 1 cup of
water. This cures so fast that when you wake up all
your acne will be gone. Try it i swear you wont regret
it!
RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs
Post By hugit (Guest Post) (02/22/2006)
a simple way 2 cleanse a girl'z face is mixing water,
oatmeal (uncooked) and some honey. mix until thik
smooth onto face for 15 mins and ''voila''! a smooth
face!

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By face bob (Guest Post) (02/17/2006)
take brown sugar, baby oil, olive oil, mis together and
scrubb on feet

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Post By luv2shop001 (Guest Post) (11/12/2005)
i heard if you mix coarse sea salt, baby oil and vanilla
extract it will work. its for your body

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By suzy (Guest Post) (08/06/2005)
just love this site...Allows us broke women to stay
beautiful and in the most natural way..

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Post by valery (95) | (08/05/2005)
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I have used sugar and olive oil. Be careful, the sugar
is really sharp. Don't rub to hard. This is also
wonderful for hands and feet.

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Post By lizz (Guest Post) (07/17/2005)
can anyone tell me how to make a mud mask email
me at sweettooth4life @ msn.com (remove spaces)

thanks
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Post by pooksa (14) | (06/13/2005)
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Hi Debbie--I use a site that is incredible. It is pioneer
thinking. Just put it in the search box and you will get
any kind of recipe you need--
scrubs,cleansers,moisturizers, etc. Hope this helps--
Carolyn

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By Melanie Lynn (Guest Post) (05/18/2005)
This isnt for a face, but great for arms and legs!
MIX SUGAR WITH YOUR BODY WASH AND RUB AWAY
IN THE SHOWER! WORKS GREAT FOR TAKING OFF
DEAD SKIN! TRY IT ON FEET!

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By nitopoly (Guest Post) (05/15/2005)
This works so good it made a big difference in my life.
Now get oatmeal and cook it until it gets really soft
then mix it with egg water lemonjuice toothpaste
honey and your good to go make sure you stir it so its
really soft

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jameel wazup

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By susan (Guest Post) (03/11/2005)
a local spa told me to use plain white or brown sugar.
it works great!

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By auntdarween (Guest Post) (02/28/2005)
Hi! Just plain old baking soda is perfect. It's the least
expensive & works great. Just wet fingertips, dip
them into a container of baking soda, then gently
scrub face. I never use soap on my face anymore
[gave me bad case of rosacea, even with real mild
soap]. The baking soda is all I ever use now & my
complexion is better than has ever been in my life.
[Arm & Hammer has a good website,
and this is one of the uses they have listed for the
baking soda]

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By sunshine (Guest Post) (10/07/2004)
I need a face mask for bumps

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post by FlaKathy (88) | (05/19/2004)
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Here are the requested facial scrubs plus a few
others.

BATH COOKIES

2 cups sea salt -- finely ground


1/2 cup baking soda
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 Tablespoons light oil
1 teaspoon vitamin E oil
2 eggs
6 drops essential oil (scented quality oils)

Mix all together and cut out with decorative cookie


cutters. Bake at 350 for 10-12 minutes. Do not
overbake. Allow to cool completely and store in
decorative containers. Place on tag: Use 1-2 "cookies"
per bath. Turn lights low and relax.
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BATH SALTS
1/2 c Epsom salt
1/2 c Baking soda
1/2 c Borax
2 drops Food coloring
40 drops Scented oil

Mix together and put in a pretty bottle.


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SKIN SCRUBBING GRAINS & CREAMS

Grains
1 c Dried orange and lemon peel
1 c Cooked oatmeal
1 c Blanched almonds

Cream
1/2 c Uncooked oatmeal
1 T Honey
1 T Cider vinegar
1 t Ground almonds

** Only for firm, young, resilient skin. If your skin


feels especially fragile, use one of the gentle fruit
masks such as APPLE MASK FOR NORMAL SKIN or
STRAWBERRY FRUIT MASK instead.

Oatmeal Citrus Scrubbing Grains:

Place peels, oats, and almonds in food processor and


whirl until mixture is a fine powder. Store in an
attractive container near the bathroom sink and use a
tiny portion as needed.

To Use: Place as bit in the palm of your hand and


moisten with a few drops of warm water. Rub paste
onto face with a gentle circular and upward motions.
Rinse with tepid water and pat dry.

IDEA: Consider storing this scrub in one of the big


shakers meant for the kitchen and keep it handy at
the bathroom sink.

Oatmeal Honey Scrubbing Cream:

Combine all in a glass or enamel bowl.

To Use: Steam face or lay warm washcloth on face for


1 min. Apply mixture to your face being cardful to
avoid the sensitive area around eyes. Let dry on skin
completely. If your skin is young and firm, you can
gently rub dried mixture off with a clean terry
washcloth or towel. Lean over sink and rub face in
brisk but gentle circles with the cloth. Rinse with
warm water, pat dry and apply one of the FRESH
FACIAL CREAMS.
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TONING & SOOTHING MASKS

Avocado Honey Mask


1 lg Avocado
1 T Honey

Peel and slice avocade. Puree with honey. Pat it


gently to the face and continue patting until the mask
feels extremely tacky to the touch. Relax and leave
the mask on 20-30 mins. Rinse with warm water.
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Herbal Astringent for Oily Skin

1 ounce Chamomile
3 Tablespoons Witch hazel
1/2 teaspoon Cider vinegar
1 ounce Peppermint extract
8 ounces Water
Few drops of peppermint extract
1/4 teaspoon Boric acid -- optional

Boil chamomile, witch hazel, vinegar, peppermint and


water. Cool and strain. Add remaining ingredients in a
spray bottle and shake. Keep refrigerated.
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Dissolving Bath Oil

1/4 c Sweet almond oil


24 dr Fragrance oil concentrate
2 T Gum arabic
2 c Distilled water

The gum arabic acts to blend oil and water so it


doesn't separate in the tub.
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HERBAL BATHS

General info. and some Recipes

1 c Oatmeal
Tablespoon of Herbs
1 Drop essential oil

Mix oatmeal, herbs and oil and fill bath bags with
mixture. Oatmeal is used because it is a natural skin
softener and cleanser.

STIMULATING BATHS: basil, bay, calendula, citronella,


fennel horseradish roots, lavender, lemon verbena,
lovage root, marjoram, mint, nettle, pine needles,
queen of the meadow, sage, rosemary, savory,thyme,
vetiver root.

SOOTHING BATHS: catnip, chamomile, comfrey, elder,


primrose, hyssop, jasmine, juniper berries, lemon
balm, linden flowers, marshmallow root, melilot,
mullein, passionflower flowers, roses, slippery elm
inner bark, tansy, violet, valerian root, vervain (whole
plant).
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BODY SCRUB
2 oz Apricot kernel oil
1 oz Sunflower oil
1 oz Jojoba oil
1 oz Rice bran or oat bran
6 Drops essential oil of Lavender or rosemary

Heat plant oils together. Mix in bran and essential


oils. Stand on a large towel and gently rub mixture
into the skin in small, circular motions. Work from the
toes to the neck, avoiding the face. Rinse in a
lukewarm shower, without soap. Give a blast of cold
water and towel dry.
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Honey and Almond Scrub

1/2 Cold cream -- small jar


1 Tablespoon Honey
Slivered almonds

Whirl slivered almonds in a blender until they're as


fine as freshly ground pepper. Mix with cold cream
and add honey. Keep refrigerated.

RE: Homemade Facial Scrubs


Post By jessie (Guest Post) (05/11/2004)
along with oatmeal, use honey instead of water and
use a couple of teaspoons of granulated sugar... great
for exfoliating and the honey makes your face smooth

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Post by ThriftyFun (3820) | (05/08/2004)
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Egg and Honey face Mask

2 eggs
2 squirts of honey
4 pinches of flour

let sit for about 15 min. and get firm... makes your
face feel soft and touchable

For smoother skin:To cleanse and exfoliate your skin, massage handfuls of Epsom Salt over your wet
skin, starting with feet and continuing up towards the face. Then, pour two cups of Epsom Salt into a
bath of warm water. Sit back and relax. The natural action will soften your skin while easing the kinks
and stiffness in your muscles.

Homemade Mask:For normal to oily skin, mix 1 tablespoon of cognac, 1 egg, 1/4 cup of nonfat dry
milk, the juice of 1 lemon, and a half-teaspoon of Epsom Salt.

For normal to dry skin mix 1/4 cup of grated carrot, 1 1/2 teaspoons of mayonnaise and a half-
teaspoon of Epsom Salt.

Apply the mask in the shower, to your damp face, to lock in the moisture.

Hair-care Tips

Comb your hair regularly. Combing helps spread the natural oils through hair, making it look shinier and
healthier.

Massage scalp regularly to increase oil secretion.

Always wash your brush and comb when you shampoo your hair. Avoid lending your brushes and combs to
others.

Don't wash you hair in soaps or harsh shampoos. They are highly alkaline and will upset your hair's natural pH
balance.

Avoid sratching scalp with finger nails or fine combs, because damage to scalp causes damage to hair.

Leave your hair untied for atlease four hours a day. This eases the pressure on your scalp and gets blood
circulation back.

Finally, follow a healthy and balanced diet. Nothing promotes hair growth better.

Basic Hair Care

We recommend that you follow the suggestions listed below to help you to get your hair into a good condition.

Cleansing
Your should wet your hair with warmish water and using only a little amount of shampoo get it into a lather in
your hands and then apply it onto your hair.

The choice of shampoo should reflect you own type of hair and how you wish to present yourself.

Conditioning
After you shampoo your hair it is important to use a conditioner on every occasion as a conditioner will help the
hair cuticle cells and help to get them to lay flat. it will also allow the hair when dry to be more easily looked
after.

The conditioner that you use is very important and there are different formulas for dry hair and for hair that is
more greasy.
It is essential that you make regular trips to a hairdresser every six to eight weeks otherwise there is a danger of
getting split ends in your hair.However, by keeping your hair clean and conditioned following the plan above you
will be able to ensure that your hairdresser is able to really get the best look and shape to your hair.

Healthy Hair

Healthy hair responds to what you eat in the same way as your skin and the whole of the rest of your body.

Iron deficiency is the biggest problem for non genetic hair loss amongst women in Britain.

For iron to be absorbed in the body Vitamin C and Lysine acid needs to be taken. If you do not eat alot of red
meat then it could be difficult to absorb enough iron, so it is advisable to consider using a supplement. It is very
important to look after your digestion by eating vegetables and fruit on a daily basis. It is also important to eat
the following foods on a regular basis.

Salads, Figs, Almonds, Dates, Peas, Beans, Lentils, Sesame seeds, Salmon, Tuna, Sardines.

It is also important to drink alot of water and keep your caffeine content down to a minimum by drinking very
little tea or coffee, chocolate or any cola drinks.

Unlike your skin your hair cannot repair itself. That's why you need to care for it and protect it - for the state of
your hair reflects your internal health. To revive your hair's natural health and shine, follow this:

Keep your scalp clean and cool.

Nutrients are the key to healthy hair, but to be effective, they must reach the roots. So, whatever you use, you
must learn to massage it in well, using the pads of your fingers.

Tension in the scalp or fatty deposits block blood circulation, drying the sebum and thus starving the hair roots.
So, message scalp with a god oil to improve circulation and free the hair roots of dry sebum.

Make a pre-shampoo conditioner with natural herbs like henna, 'shikakai', neem, sandalwood, 'amla' and 'brahmi'
and add curd and eggs to it. Apply to scalp to beat dryness and lend bounce to otherwise limp and dull hair.

Follow a balanced diet rich in minerals, proteins and vitamins, the essentials for healthy hair. Especially good are
iron, sulphur, zinc-B complex and vitamin C.

Treat specific hair conditions the herbal way:

Dry hair
Message well with a herbal oil at least twice a week. Follow a diet rich in zinc. Use a mild herbal shampoo and
avoid harsh ones since the chemicals in them can strip hair of its outer protein layer, further drying the scalp. Do
not use electric curlers and hair drayers.

Oily hair
Wash hair every alternate day and rinse out with lemon. Use oils and shampoos rich in need and henna. A head
massage with a herbal oil helps maintain the pH level of the scalp. Avoid oily foods and binge on green leafy
veggies and fruits.

Dandruff
Message scalp with essential oils like rosemary, cedar, lemon and eucalyptus to reduce flaking and itchiness of
the scalp. 'Methi' seeds are also helpful in fighting dandruff. Soak them overnight, grind the next morning, mix in
the juice of need leaves and apply on the scalp. Avoid fatty foods and red meat.

Hair fall
A diet lacking in zinc, minerals, proteins, vitamins and B-complex. Excessive body hat, stress and tension,
hormonal imbalance, thyroid imbalance, prolonged illness and excessive medication. The chemicals used in
perming lotions and hair colourants. They are all responsible for hair loss. The remedy: Change your diet to
include healthy food; massage hair with essential oils and treat hair to nourishing packs.

Greying
With age, the middle layer of hair loses its pigment, resulting in grey hair. Besides, excessive body heat and the
heat generated by constant mental activity can lead to premature greying. And, of course, perming, colouring
and bleaching work to promote greying, too.

If you want to colour your hair, try doing it naturally. Use henna along with other herbs like 'amla', 'shikakai' and
brahmi'. Add coffee for that dark brown colour. Those of you with no option but to use a dye, remember to keep
the scalp nourished with vegetable juices.

Before applying any makeup, you should clean your face with water, which has a pinch of soda
bicarbonate in it. Then apply ice cubes on the face. This enables the makeup to last longer.

Concealer is used to hide dark circles around the eyes, and is also used to cover blemishes and scars.
A beige concealer is ideal for dark skins and one with natural tones for fairer skins. This should be
spread evenly using a dry sponge or your fingers. Now, apply the foundation.

Foundation is used to enhance the colour of the complexion. Three basic types may be used,
depending upon your skin type. For dry skin, liquid foundation works best whereas semi-liquid is best
for combination skins. Foundation can be applied with a sponge and blended into the hairline and
along the jaw for a natural finish.

Translucent powder is used to dust the face. This helps that the foundation to stay on longer. Excess
powder should be brushed off. Blusher should be blended evenly along the cheekbones.

Lips
The lips should be outlined with a lip liner so that the lipstick does not bleed. Lipstick is then applied
and blended with the lip liner. Then dust your lips with powder so that the lipstick lasts for a longer
period of time, and then apply the last coat.

Eyes
Eye shadow colours should be selected carefully, light shadow is applied on to the lids to create a
base. Darker eye shadow is then used at the outer corners of the eyes, to enhance the eyes. A kajal or
kohl stick can be used in the inner eyelid to make the eyes appear even more dramatic. Mascara
applied to the lashes increases this effect. Eyebrows should be sharp and tidy and should be free of
all traces of makeup.

he first thing you ought to know is your skin type before applying any make up to your skin. Listed
below is makeup tips for normal, dry, oily and combination skin.

Normal Skin

Normal Skin usually looks and feels smooth but can also react to changes in the environment: oilier in
the summer and drier in the winter.

Makeup tips
Choose a foundation for normal skin.

Apply a layer of moisturizer underneath for dry, winter conditions or whenever you enter a parched
environment.

Keep a pressed powder on hand for oilier moments or more humid days.

Dry Skin
Dry Skin occurs naturally as you age and the oil glands decrease their output. Dryness may also
reflect your skin's sensitivity to skin care products, cleansers, diet, or even emotions. The occasional
blotchy patch can result from dryness, too.

Makeup tips
Choose a double-duty foundation that moisturizes while helping to smooth out skin tone.

Avoid alcohol-based products.

Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize.

Oily Skin

Oily skin is shiny and uneven. It leaves the house feeling clean and fresh but by noon suffers from
shine.

Makeup tips
Start with a gentle toner on your clean skin.

Use water-based formulas for all your make-up, especially foundation. · A concealer stick helps hide
the effects of breakouts.

A powder is your best friend to help control your oily look throughout the day.

ombination Skin

Combination Skin usually expresses its unique qualities with oiliness in the T-zone and normal-to-dry
skin everywhere else. Like other types, environmental factors and your body's chemistry may change
your skin's balance. Use a flexible make-up routine to help cope with combination skin's many moods.

Makeup tips
Experiment with different foundations.

Choose an oil-managing powder for your T-zone (and other oily areas).

Applying Foundation

Foundation is the base of make-up. With the help of right selected and accurate applied foundation
you can hide roughnesses, spots, pimples, irritated area of the skin. Light liquid foundation contains a
lot of oil and moisture that is useful for dry and normal skin. Compact foundation is suitable for oily
skin and hides skin imperfections excellently. There are foundations for combined skin and sensitive
skin with calming effects. You should use only quality cosmetic of wide known firms, the products of
which are indicated with release date and serviceable life.

Always apply foundation that suits your natural skin colour. If your face's natural colour is light,
avoid any dark foundation colour. If you have any blemishes on your face, avoid any pink tints (pink
colour emphasize a blemishes).

Steps
1. Cleanse your face, and apply moisture cream on the face and throat. Let the cream be absorb by
the skin for 3 - 5 minute. If your skin is oily or combined (some areas oily, some dry) put the tissue
on the oily areas of your face (for example nose, chin, forehead).

2. Apply the foundation: dot small amount of it on the forehead, blend evenly with fingertips, then do
the same with the cheeks, nose and chin. Don't apply too much or too little of foundation (it looks
untidy).

3. Cover small pimple and red spots with concealer or cream.


4. Follow with Your favourite loose or pressed powder (translucent loose powder for normal-to-oily
skin and pressed powder for normal-to-dry skin). For better result use large powder brush. The
powder must be the same tint that foundation is.

Blush

Blush is important part of make-up. With the help of an accurate applied blush you can refresh your
face, make it looking much better and healthier and to model the form of your face. To do blush
looking naturally, you should put it on enough, but not too much and please do not choice exotic
colours.

Colour

The colour of blush must match the skin, hair colour, lipstick and nail polish colour also. Palette of
beige and pink tints is appropriate almost to everybody. All tints of beige and pink are suitable to
light skin, more dark tints (coppery and coral colours) are suitable to brown sunburned skin. Orange
tints are suitable to red-haired women.

Types of blush

There are several types of a blush; most popular are powder blush and creamy blush. Creamy blush
more suits for dry skin. It's better to apply with your fingertips. If you use powder blush, apply it
after powder, but creamy blush, it's better to apply before powder.

How to apply
If you have an oval face put blush on the cheekbones

Round face seems to be longer if the blush is put on from temples to lip corners like triangle.

For others; put blush on the cheek like an oval at the nose level. If you put on too much blush, cover
cheek with some quantity of light powder. The colour of blush becomes softened.

Eyes

For Deep-Set Eyes: Rely on pale, shimmery shades to enhance your eyes. Sweep a light eye shadow
shade across lid from inner corner to a small bit beyond the outer corner. Place a touch of a deeper
shade in the eye crease. Blend.

For Wide-Set Eyes: Make them appear closer by applying a deeper eye shadow shade from inner
corner to mid-lid. Apply a lighter shade from mid-lid to outer corner. Blend in the middle of lid where
shades meet.

For Close-Set Eyes: Make them appear wider by applying a dot of concealer to the innermost corner of
both eyes. Create a very thin pencil line near lash edge of top lid that thickens toward the outer
corner. Create a very thin eye shadow in a pale shade from inner corner to mid-lid; apply a just-
slightly deeper shade from mid-lid to outer corner; blend in the middle.

Proper hair care is also an important part of your makeup programme. Your hair should look healthy
and lustrous for that perfect look.

Begin your hair care plan when you begin your skincare plan.
Condition each time you shampoo.

Limit the use of hair dryers or heat styling tools.

Consult with your hairstylist several weeks prior to your special day. Take along any accessories and
a picture of the dress so the stylist knows what they will be working with.

For great hair always eat a well balanced diet.

Hairstyles should be chosen according to your face structure, skin colour, colour of your eyes and
lifestyle requirements.

While you select your style be sure to take into consideration the texture or your hair also.

Certain hairstyles and treatments can cause breakage or root damage. Avoid excessively
tight braiding, buns, or ponytails. Do not roll your hair too tightly in curlers. Teasing and
backcombing should be done gently or not at all.

Lips are an integral part of makeup. Moist, smooth lips hold colour best. Look beautiful
by following these basic tips for healthy and great looking lips.

Your lip colour should flatter and liven your complexion. Pale skins should avoid
strong, vivid colours which may harden the look. Dark sin looks exotic with bright,
punchy flame-like colours. Sallow skins should avoid yellow tones like oranges and
some browns. Matte lipsticks are no longer in fashion. Glossy lip colours are in vogue.
Application of lipstick is an art in itself. You can achieve different kinds of look with
different techniques of applying lip colour. You can create a sexy pout and make thin
lips look full.

Procedure :

With a lip brush, make a ‘v’ on the cut on the upper lip and outline either side to
the out corners.
Follow the lip line down either side of the lower lip meeting at the centre.

Fill in with lipstick directly applied within the outline.

For a richer effect apply clear gloss to the centre of your lips.
Morning
Give dry, flaky lips the brush-off; add "brushing your lips" to your morning ritual using a soft
toothbrush or terry washcloth. Now add some lip balm to smooth the way for lipstick-worthy lips!

Bedtime
Apply moisturising cream before going to bed. Always give your lips a touch of clear, rich moisture at
bedtime. Do it each night, and you'll wake up to softer lips in no time at all!

All day
Avoid over-exposure to the sun, which can dry your lips the way it dries the rest of you. If you spend
a lot of time outdoors, we suggest a 'triple' lipstick, with moisturizers and sunscreen built right in.

How to find more suitable colour


Most important things for right colour choosing are skin colour, hair colour and shape of your lips.

For light skin and blonde hair: all shades of orange, pink, purple.
For dark skin and dark hair: all shades of red, violet.
For light skin and dark hair: all shades of brown and beige.
For red hair women: coral-red, brown and bronze colours.

Try These Out

Shimmery Lips
Beauty's latest crush is with shimmery lip colors in golden shades and iced pastels. Keep your lips
looking sweet with moisturizing lipsticks or glosses in pearly nude, candy pink, lilac, silver and gold.

Party Lips
Party season demands high profile lips! Treat him to flavor-filled kisses with fruit-flavored lip-
glosses. For that techno, ultra-gloss look - apply a dash of metallic lip-gloss over lipstick in the center
of your lips.

Puckering Lips
Pucker-proof lips are a sure thing when you use a lip pencil to fill in your entire lip area (not just the
edges) and then top with gloss in a slightly lighter color.

Lip Color
Red and wine colors rock on lips. Choose a sheer shade to be safe or if you're daring, try solid color.
Reds with yellow or orange-bases suit darker skin tones whilst reds with blue-bases suit fairer skins.

Glossy lips
Gloss is more fashionable than lipstick and you can get away with it at school. So think baby lips -
hints of pink and a natural shine. We love Poppy Shine, Blistex Lip Conditioner and Clinique
Glosswear.

Kissable Lips
Chapped lips don't look pretty and aren't nice to kiss, so make sure yours are always smooth and soft
by applying lip balm every day. The best ones to soothe dry lips are Blistex, Bonne Bell, Body Shop
and Carmex.

Luscious Lips
For smooth, lush lips, smear a little lip balm underneath your lipstick or a dab of thick gloss in the
center of your lips. We love pinks and berries for March.

Lipcolour Shades That Best For Your Skin Tone

Are you a fair skinned and want to wear a red lipstick? Or maybe, you're a medium olive skin tone,
looking for a pink lipstick that will look right for you. Here's a guide for most skin tones to help you
chose the correct shade of lipstick that is most suitable for you.

Fair skin
Deep plum reds: Soft berry and wine reds with a blue undertone. Avoid reds with an orange
undertone. These can make you look washed out and ashy. Sheer medium brown with pink
undertones or beige lipsticks with a pink undertone flatter fair skins.
Nails no longer are they incidental, neglected extensions at the end of your digits. To finish your
makeup programme the last step is nail makeup. Here all you have to do is be creative and as daring
as you can.

The basic care of nail is very important and hence regularly manicure and pedicure for having healthy
and beautiful nails. See Manicure and Pedicure on our related beauty topics.

Some useful tips

Slim the look of wide nail bases with an oval shape.

Pastels and neutrals go the distance on longer, rounder nails.

Darker polish looks best on short, squared nails.

Narrow nail beds appear stronger with a soft square shape.

Create a lighter side of bold: add drops of a dark, rich creme to a bottle of clear polish and shake.

Storing polish in a warm place may change its consistency. Keep nail shades in the refrigerator or a
bathroom cabinet.

Experiment and you will come up with something very trendy and genuine.

Nails for different occasions

Interviews: Keep nails clean, simple and short. Use neutral shades.

Party/late night: Arrive dark and dramatic: Plum Fairy, Midnight Metal Cabernet, or Classic Red.

Naturally Casual: Pink Snow, Clear Ice, any other shade that is trendy, young and attractive.

Take the time to cultivate your nails

Stop biting them!


Use a nail hardener to protect them from splitting and peeling.
Vitamin E supplements keep nails growing long and strong.

Introduction
A proper skincare regime with cleansing, exfoliating
and toning followed with fruit masks helps restore
firmness and rejuvenate your skin. Regular use of
facemasks made from fruits nourishes skin, reduces
blemishes and keeps wrinkles at bay. Follow these
steps for a home fruit facial.

Instructions
Difficulty: Moderate
Skin Prep

Things You'll Need

• Cold milk
• Cotton ball
• Orange peel
• Oatmeal
• Honey

Steps
1

Step One
Cleanse your face with cold milk. Soak a cotton ball in
cold milk and rub in a circular motion over face and
neck. Wash with lukewarm water. Milk removes dirt
from deep pores and gives an instant brightness to
the skin.
2

Step Two
Exfoliate your skin with orange peel and oatmeal to
remove dead cells. Grate the skin of an orange and
dry it in the sun. Mix 1 tsp. each of oatmeal and dried
powder of the orange peel with enough water to
make a paste. Rub gently over face and neck using
your fingertips and wash off.
3

Step Three
Moisturize your skin with honey, which also acts as a
bleach to lighten blemishes and tiny facial hair. Apply
carefully avoiding the eyebrows and hairline. Wash
after 10 minutes.
4

Step Four
Gently steam your face over hot water to open up the
pores. Boil a pot of water and let it simmer for 5
minutes. Lean over with a towel over your head to
keep the steam in but not too close to scald your skin.
Fruit Masks

Things You'll Need

• Strawberries
• Lemon juice
• Yogurt
• Tomato
• Papaya or apricot
• Cream
• Banana
• Cinnamon

Steps
1

Step One
Chop a handful of strawberries in the blender. Add
the juice of 1 lemon and 1/2 cup yogurt. Store in
refrigerator for 30 minutes and then apply on the face
and neck. Leave it for 1/2 hour and then rinse with
cold water.
2

Step Two
Blend 1 ripe tomato and add a few drops of lemon
juice. Refrigerate for 20 minutes and then add one
tbsp. of honey. Apply it thick over neck and face. Wait
for it to dry and then wash.
3

Step Three
Deseed 1/2 papaya or apricot and mash it well. Add a
few tablespoons of cream and whip. Apply to the
forehead, face and neck avoiding the eyes. Wash off
in 1/2 hour.
4
Step Four
Mash a ripe banana along with a pinch of cinnamon
powder. Add a few drops of honey and lemon juice to
make a paste. Apply liberally over the face and wash
after 20 minutes.

Moisturizing Honey and Egg Mask

This recipe is recommended for dry skin.

1 tablespoon powdered milk


1 stiffly beaten egg white
1 egg yolk
1-teaspoon honey

Mix together and apply to your face. Leave on for 10-


15 min. Rinse thoroughly

Honey of a Peach Mask

There is nothing more revitalizing than a peach and


honey mask, which will leave your skin feeling soft
and silky.

1 large peach or nectarine, skinned


3 teaspoons honey
Lecithin powder or 2 tablespoons yogurt

Mash the peach (or nectarine) and honey and apply to


your face. Leave on 10-15 min. Rinse.

This is mildly antiseptic.

1 egg yolk
2 tablespoons honey
10 drops almond oil

Whip until creamy. Store any extra in a jar in fridge.


Honey Oat Mask

1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons finely crushed almonds
1 teaspoon powdered clay
4 tablespoons uncooked oatmeal or cornstarch

Mix together, adding little water if mixture is too


thick to spread. Apply to face. Gently massage face,
using an upward, circular motion as you rinse for best
results.

Honey Nut Full Body Masque

1 handful finely crushed almonds


5 tablespoons uncooked oatmeal
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup hot water

Mix all ingredients to form a paste. Slather on


(especially on back and chest areas) and leave for 10
minutes. Massage in; rinse off.

Heavenly Mask

1 tablespoon yogurt
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon honey

Mix gently and let stand until paste is at room


temperature. Smooth mask onto clean face, and lie
down for 20 minutes. Rinse off with lukewarm water.
Apply astringent and moisturizer for best results.

Fruit is also a highly recommended ingredient to add


to your facial mask. The smells and revitalizing
essence of fruit is sure to rejuvenate your spirit. Here
is a list of fruit based masks that you can make from
the comfort of your home.

Rejuvenating Avocado-Banana Masque

Recommended for dry or sensitive skin.

1/4 mashed ripe avocado


1/2 mashed ripe banana
2 tablespoons plain yogurt (not low-fat)
1 teaspoon wheat germ oil
Mix all ingredients. Apply mixture to face. Leave on
for 30 min. Rinse with warm water.

Strawberry Mask

1/2 cup ripe strawberries


1/4 cup cornstarch

Mix strawberries and cornstarch together to make a


paste and apply it to your face. Leave on for 30
minutes, and then rinse off with cool water.

Fruit Punch Refresher

1/2 cup lemon yogurt


1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lime juice
1 teaspoon grapefruit juice

Mix together; leave on face for 10 minutes. Rinse with


cold club soda. Definitely refreshing!!

Tropical Paradise Mask


1/4 cup chopped fresh pineapple
1 tablespoon coconut milk
lace ingredients in a blender or food processor and
blend until very smooth.
Spread in a thin layer over skin. Leave on for 5 to 10
minutes and then rinse with warm water. Dry your
skin by patting.
This tropical mask gives complexions a healthy glow.
Bromelian, an enzyme found in fresh pineapple,
removes dead skin cells.

Yummy Plum Mask

Recommended for blemished, oily skin.

6 plums
1 teaspoon almond oil

Boil the plums; cool. Mash plums with almond oil.


Apply to skin. Leave on for 10-15 min.

Smoothing Peach Mask

1 ripe peach, peeled and pitted


1 egg white

Whip peach and egg white together in a blender until


smooth. Gently pat the mixture on the face. Relax for
30 minutes, and then rinse off with cool water. Pat
your face dry.

Tangy Oatmeal-Tomato Mask

Recommended for blemished skin.

1 ripe tomato, chopped


1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon instant oatmeal or old-fashioned rolled
oats

Blend ingredients by blender until combined well.


Apply to skin; making sure the mixture is thick
enough to stay on blemished areas. Add a more
oatmeal to thicken the mask, if necessary. Leave the
mask on for 10 min-15 mins, and then scrub off with a
clean washcloth dipped in warm water.

Moisturizing Apricot Mask

Recommended for dry skin.

2 apricots
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
Purée in a blender. Apply to face, avoiding eye area,
and leave on for 10 to 20 minutes. Rinse thoroughly

Sweet Apple Mask

Recommended for normal skin.

1 apple, cored and quartered


2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon sage

Place the apple in a blender and chop. Add honey and


sage and refrigerate for 10 minutes. Pat the mixture
onto the face with a light tapping motion, tapping
until the honey feels tacky. Leave mask on for 30
minutes, then rinse thoroughly.

Sensual Avocado-Banana Masque

Recommended for dry or sensitive skin.

1/4 mashed ripe avocado


1/2 mashed ripe banana
2 tablespoons plain yogurt (not low-fat)
1 teaspoon wheat germ oil

Mix all ingredients. Apply mixture to face and leave


on for up to 20 min. Rinse with lukewarm water. Pat
face dry.

Spunky Vegetable Mask


Recommended for troubled skin.

1 tablespoon cucumber
1 tablespoon parsley
1 tablespoon yogurt

Mix in the blender until fluffy. Apply to clean skin.


Leave on for up to 30 min. Rinse thoroughly.

Skin Prep

Things You'll Need

• Cold milk
• Cotton ball
• Orange peel
• Oatmeal
• Honey

Steps
1

Step One
Cleanse your face with cold milk. Soak a cotton ball in
cold milk and rub in a circular motion over face and
neck. Wash with lukewarm water. Milk removes dirt
from deep pores and gives an instant brightness to
the skin.
2

Step Two
Exfoliate your skin with orange peel and oatmeal to
remove dead cells. Grate the skin of an orange and
dry it in the sun. Mix 1 tsp. each of oatmeal and dried
powder of the orange peel with enough water to
make a paste. Rub gently over face and neck using
your fingertips and wash off.
3
Step Three
Moisturize your skin with honey, which also acts as a
bleach to lighten blemishes and tiny facial hair. Apply
carefully avoiding the eyebrows and hairline. Wash
after 10 minutes.
4

Step Four
Gently steam your face over hot water to open up the
pores. Boil a pot of water and let it simmer for 5
minutes. Lean over with a towel over your head to
keep the steam in but not too close to scald your skin.
Fruit Masks

Things You'll Need

• Strawberries
• Lemon juice
• Yogurt
• Tomato
• Papaya or apricot
• Cream
• Banana
• Cinnamon

Steps
1

Step One
Chop a handful of strawberries in the blender. Add
the juice of 1 lemon and 1/2 cup yogurt. Store in
refrigerator for 30 minutes and then apply on the face
and neck. Leave it for 1/2 hour and then rinse with
cold water.
2

Step Two
Blend 1 ripe tomato and add a few drops of lemon
juice. Refrigerate for 20 minutes and then add one
tbsp. of honey. Apply it thick over neck and face. Wait
for it to dry and then wash.
3

Step Three
Deseed 1/2 papaya or apricot and mash it well. Add a
few tablespoons of cream and whip. Apply to the
forehead, face and neck avoiding the eyes. Wash off
in 1/2 hour.
4

Step Four
Mash a ripe banana along with a pinch of cinnamon
powder. Add a few drops of honey and lemon juice to
make a paste. Apply liberally over the face and wash
after 20 minutes.

ave you ever thought about the amount of money that you spend each year to look good?
$500? $1000? More? Staggering, isn't it? I, too, have spent hundreds of dollars on
appearances. While we all know it's what's on the inside that counts, we also all know
how great it feels to look your best. Looking great improves your mood and builds your
self-esteem, but it doesn't have to cost a small fortune.

Here are some recipes for great facial masks that you can quickly and easily prepare in
your own home for a fraction of the cost of most ready-made beauty treatments. All of
these masks are made with ingredients that are easily obtained at your local supermarkets,
some of them may even be in you kitchen right now. These masks are fast and easy to
make and, most importantly, they really do work.

If you have dry skin, try this:

Ingredients:

1 tsp. olive oil

1 egg yolk

1 tsp. honey

oatmeal, ground or you can also use infant oatmeal

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl, using enough oatmeal to make a paste. Smooth
the paste all over your face. Leave on for 15 minutes and then rinse with tepid water. Pat
dry. The honey locks in moisture from the egg and olive oil, and the oatmeal soothes and
softens the skin. Your skin should look and feel softer and smoother and you should
notice and nice healthy glow.

If you have normal skin, try this:

Ingredients:

1/4 cup cooked peach

2 strawberries

1/4 cup mashed papaya

1 tsp. honey

Ground or intant oatmeal, enough to form a thin paste

Mash the fruit together and add oatmeal to make a paste. Apply to face and leave on for
10 minutes. The fruit acids will remove dead skin and leave you with a beautiful,
hydrated glow. The oatmeal calms the skin.

If you have oily/acne-prone skin, try this:

Ingredients:

1/2 apple, cooked to softness and mashed

1 tbsp. honey

ground or intant oatmeal

Combine all ingredients and apply to face. Leave on for 10 minutes and then rinse with
tepid water.

The oatmeal soothes irritated skin and absorbs oil. The fruit acid in the apple removes
dead skin and clears the pores, and the honey contains anti-microbial properties to
cleanse and refine.

Here are some other tips for staying beautiful without spending a fortune:

- Olive oil can be used as a moisturizer for dry skin.

- To reduce the redness of blemishes, cut a slice of potato and apply it to the blemish as
you would a compress--you'll be amazed at the difference!

- For an inexpensive astringent, try witch hazel.


- For combination skin, try using two different masks. Use a mask for oily skin on the T-
zone and a moisturizing mask on the cheeks and neck.

- Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day--this cleanses the body and skin, as well as
keeping skin hydrated.

And most importantly, alIntroduction


Put apples in your cheeks by using an apple facial.
This common fruit, available throughout the year as
fresh produce or as applesauce, can be used in a
variety of facial masks. Apples are good for the skin
because of their natural fruit acids, which help
remove old skin cells, plus they contain Vitamin A,
iron and calcium. Try these tips for making an apple
facial mask.

Instructions
Difficulty: Easy
Things You'll Need

• Applesauce
• Wheat germ
• Cucumber
• Egg white
• Lemon juice
• Lime juice
• Mint leaves, fresh or dried
• Lime essential oil
• Honey
• Ground sage
• Half-and-half
• Oatmeal

Steps
1

Step One
Blend 1 tbsp. applesauce with 1 tbsp. wheat germ in a
small bowl. Mix to form a slightly gritty paste and
apply to cleansed face and neck skin. Do not use
around the eyes. Massage into skin and allow to dry
for 10 to 15 minutes. Remove with tissues or a warm
wash cloth, and splash face with warm, then cold
water.
2

Step Two
Peel and chop 1/2 cucumber and 1/2 apple. Puree in a
food processor or blender. Mix in one egg white, 1/2
tsp. lemon juice, 1/2 tsp. lime juice and 1/2 tsp. mint
leaves, fresh or dried. Add one drop lime essential oil
and mix all ingredients well to form a smooth paste.
Let the mixture stand in the refrigerator for 10
minutes before applying to cleansed face and neck.
Pat on with clean fingertips, keeping away from the
eyes. Rinse off with warm water after 15 minutes.
Discard the unused portion after one to two days.
3

Step Three
Grate one medium-sized apple, without the peel, into
a small bowl. Mix in 5 tbsp. honey to form a paste.
Wash face and neck and smooth the mixture over the
skin, staying away from the eyes. After 10 minutes,
remove with a washcloth and rinse skin with cool
water.
4

Step Four
Core and peel one apple and puree in a food
processor or blender. Add 2 tbsp. honey and 1/2 tsp.
ground sage. Mix well. Pat onto cleansed face and
neck with fingertips. Do not use around the eyes.
Leave on for 30 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.
5

Step Five
Mix 1 tbsp. oatmeal with 1/2 tsp. half-and-half and 1
tsp. honey. Chop 1/4 apple into very small pieces and
blend with oatmeal mixture. Stir together to form a
paste. After washing face and neck, apply the mixture
to the skin, but keeping away from the eyes. Leave on
for 10 minutes before removing with a washcloth and
warm water.

ways remember that you are a beautiful person--inside and out!

Lemon mask for every skin type


Mix lemon juice, honey and cold milk and stir well. Apply on the face and leave it on for
about 30 minutes. Rinse well with lukewarm water and apply moisturizing cream. The
lemon mask refreshes the skin and lightens the skin color.

Lemon mask for tired, aging skin


You will need one yolk of egg, 1 Tbs fresh lemon juice and olive oil. Squeeze the juice
from the lemon in a blender and add the other ingredients. Mix them well and apply the
mixture onto the face. Leave it on for about 15 minutes and rinse with cold water. The
mask is recommended for blemished aging skin. It smooth and calm the skin.

Lemon mask for oily skin with enlarged pores and wrinkles
You will need fresh lemon juice, white of eggs, 2 Tbs flour. Beat the eggs whites stiff and
then put the flour and the lemon juice and mix well. Apply to the entire face and the neck.
Leave it on for 20 minutes and rinse well. Apply a moisturizing cream at the end. The
mask will make your complexion clear and will tighten up the pores.

Lemon for stronger nails


Mix 3 Tbs of lemon juice, 1 Tbs liquid soap and ¼ liter mineral water. Soak your hands in
the mixture. Soak for about 10 minutes. The lemon juice will straighten the nails and the
soap will soften the skin.

Kiwifruits contain huge amounts of acids and vitamins and are the richest fruit in Vitamin
C. Its potassium content by weight is slightly less than that of a banana. It also contains
vitamins A and vitamin E which are essential for a healthy body. The kiwi juice tightens
up the enlarged pores, remove the sheen of the oily skin, cleanse the dark spots and the
impurities and also peel the freckles.

A Kiwi mask for dry, worn and ill-nourished skin


You will need 1 Tbs kiwi juice, 1 Tbs olive oil and 1 yolk of egg. Mix the
ingredients and apply on the face. Leave it on for about 15 minutes.
Remove the mask using a sponge. The kiwi juice will stimulate the blood
circulation and the mask will smooth, nourish and calm the skin.
Tangerines are a good source of vitamin C, folate and beta-carotene. They also contain
some potassium, magnesium and vitamins B1, B2 & B which nourish and rejuvenate
every skin type.

Tangerine juice for rejuvenation of the skin


After you have cleansed and dry your face, you can rub in a tangerine juice all over the
face. Leave the juice till it becomes dry and rinse with cold water. Apply a moisturizer.

Tangerine mask for dry skin


Mix the tangerine juice together with yolk of egg. Apply on the skin and leave it on for
about 30 minutes. Rinse with cold water. The mask cleanse the skip deep and the skin
becomes soft and with clear complexion.

Tangerine mask for oily skin with enlarged pores


Beat the eggs whites until they become stiff, add 2 Tbs tangerine juice and mix well.
Leave on for about 20 minutes and rinse with cold water. The mask is recommended for
deep cleansing of the pores and helps remove the outer dead skin cells from the face.

The grapefruit is an excellent fruit as for losing weight as wells as for


embellishment. It contains fructose, acids, minerals and many vitamins as
vitamin A, C, D.

Grapefruit juice for unclean skin with dark spots


Squeeze the juice from a grapefruit and rub on the juice all over the face. Leave it on till
it becomes dry. Wipe it off with rosewater or cleaning milk.

Grapefruit mask for tired skin with enlarged pores


Mix the grapefruit juice and mineral water. Pour the mixture in a bottle. Spread it on the
face both in the morning and in the evening. Leave it on till it becomes dry and rinse with
hot water.

Grapefruit mask that protects from wrinkles and flabby skin


You will need 1 Tbs grapefruit juice, yoghurt, 1 Tbs juice of carrot and ground rice. Mix
the ingredients and apply the mixture onto the face, the neck, the neckline and the bust.
Leave it to function 40/50 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water. The mask stimulates
the circulation, tightens the skin and diminishes the cellulite.

Oranges contain essential oil, vitamin A, B, C, D and PP. The orange juice stimulates the
cellular metabolism and renovates the skin. The orange juice tightens up the enlarged and
clogged pores, feed up the skin and protects it from wrinkles and fine lines.
Orange mask against wrinkles, oily skin with enlarged and clogged pores
Mix two level teaspoons of orange juice, carrot juice, yoghurt and ground rice. Leave on for
about 30 minutes and rinse well.

Orange mask for every skin types


Rub in the skin with fresh orange juice 2/3 times a day, leave it on the face till it becomes
dry and rinse well with hot water. The orange juice is nourishing and has been known to
be beneficial in helping to dry oils and clear the complexion.

Coffee exfoliation

You will need 2 tbs of fine coffee grounds and 1 tbs milk. Mix the
ingredients well and apply to the whole body, including the face.
Massage for about 5 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water. The coffee grounds will
gently firm and tone your skin. The exfoliation removes the dead skin cells, leaving your
skin smooth and silky.

Anti-ageing mask of banana

You will need 1 small banana, 2 tbsp oat flour. Mash the banana, add the oat flour and 1
tbs water/or rose water/. Stir to mix well. Apply the mask to the face and neck and leave
it to dry for about 20 minutes. Remove the mask using cotton pads and rinse with
lukewarm water. The mask will leave your skin clean and smooth.

Tightening face mask

You will need: 1 white of egg, 1 tbs honey, 1tbsp flour. Mix the ingredients well and
apply to the face using a cotton pad. Avoid the eyes area. Leave the mask to dry for about
15 minutes. Remove the mask with cold water and apply moisturizer. The mask will
clean the clogged pores and will tighten them, leaving the skin fresh and tight.

Nourishing face mask

You will need: 1 yolk of egg, 1tbs honey, 1 tbs face cream / almond oil/, 1 tbs milk. Mix
the ingredients well and apply to wet face. Leave the mask until it get dry/ usually 25
minutes/. Remove the mask with water and apply moisturizer.

The masks shouldn’t be applied if:

• the skin infection is present


• the skin is sunburned
• if there are cuts, bites or small wounds
• if your skin is hypersensitive

REMOVING PIMPLE MARKS


I have 2 ways which really work...
1. Wash your face with luke warm water and use a
mixture of juice of 1 lemon with juice of 2 tomatoes.
Soak a facial mask in this solution and leave it on
your fave about 30 mins or just apply them on with
the mask. Rinse with luke warm water and dab dry.
2. Another way you can use tumeric, pure one is the
best. Use the toothpick to poke the juice out. Be
careful it will leave stains on your clothes if it gets on.
Dab the juice on the dark spots. This will take longer
than the 1st way on bleaching the spots but its
perfect on scar and blemishes.

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Use your first bottle of the blemish remover on that,


by spreading the formula onto your blemished skin to
moisten it.

If the skin protector is shown on this page, use that


too, by coating your skin with the skin protector
before applying the blemish remover.

Let it all dry on your skin, while your skin absorbs the
skin-healing formula.

Once dried, usually 10-30 minutes later, the skin care


application is complete.

At your convenience, you may rinse off the slight


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Home Remedies for Acne [Try our Natural Acne Products - Neem and Turmeric Pack |
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Many a times, Conventional treatments do not work and worsen those scars &
inflammations. Here is a list of many home remedies for acne that you can try
conveniently any time without upsetting routine. To get rid of pimples and maintain a
healthy skin, these home remedies are very useful.

• Widely known, Hot wet towel compresses are the best treatment for localized
infections, as heat dilates blood vessels, followed by a cold compress, which has
the opposite effect.
• Our body has its own self cleansing, self-purifying systems: keeping these
systems working in perfect order is the best way of protecting yourself from
toxicity. Drink 7-8 glasses of water a day. 10 glasses would be optimal, but if
your anything like me its sometimes tough to get in the 8 glasses. Remember your
skin is the largest organ of your body and is the first to lose moisture and become
dehydrated.
• Drink Herbal Water : It is made by boiling hair of 1 corn, with 1 to 2 fenugreek
seeds in a glass full of water.
• Almond Oil is good acne home remedy for dryness & inflammation of the skin.
The outer cover (endocarp) of 2-3 can be ground with water & applied over the
face daily. This is good for removing scars of old pimples.
• Fresh juice of apricots applied on your face is very good for sunburn, itching,
exzema and natural cystic acne treatment.
• Application of Bengal Gram Powder (flour) mixed with curds is also a very
effective treatment for pimples & other skin infections & allergies. Green Gram
powder flour, mixed in water or glycerine is an excellent face wash in place of
soap to remove dirt without skin irritation, and also a very effective bleach for a
good complexion.
• Cucumber Juice alone or mixed with juices of carrot, lettuce or alfalfa when
applied over the face is excellent home remedy for pimples. Grated cucumber can
also serve the same purpose.
• Curd or buttermilk is good for skin irritation. Curds along with wheat flour or
bran is a good cleanser and beneficial for dry skin.
• Fenugreek Leaves - A paste of fresh leaves applied over the face every night and
washed with warm water prevents pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, dryness,
wrinkles etc.
• Fenugreek Seeds : A decoction made of 1 tsp. Methi seeds boiled in 1 ltr. of water
for a couple of minutes and applied on the face is an ideal prevention for
formation of blackheads, whiteheads, pimples etc. It also helps in dryness,
wrinkles & is an excellent face wash & cleanser.

Acne or pimples are caused by hormonal changes, wrong food habits and improper skin
care. A lot of home remedies do work but take time if you want results fast I would
recommend Proactive Solution it is 100% proven to work can be pricey but if its causing
you to not feel good about yourself & causing stress in your life money should not be an
issue. If money is an issue then I recommend these home remedies.

Grind nutmeg with unboiled milk and apply on affected area. This works as a magic.
Pimples should disappear without leaving a mark.

Make a paste by mixing 3 tablespoons of honey and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder.


Apply this paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it next morning with warm
water. Repeat for two weeks, pimples will disappear forever.

Apply a mixture of 1 teaspoon lemon juice and 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder.

Make orange peel paste by grinding it in some water. Apply on and around pimples.

Rub fresh garlic on and around pimples. Pimples will disappear without a mark with
regular applications.

Mix 1 tablespoon groundnut oil with 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice to prevent formation
of blackheads and pimples .

Apply fresh mint juice over the face every night for the treatment of pimples, insect
stings, eczema, scabies, & other skin infections.

Apply a paste of fresh fenugreek leaves over the face every night for 10-15 minutes and
washed with warm water. This will prevent pimples, blackheads, and wrinkles.

Apply juice of raw papaya (including the skin and seed) on swelling pimples.

Apply fresh lime juice mixed to a glass of boiled milk as a face wash for pimples.
Mix lime juice and rose water in equal portions. Apply on affected area. Wash it off after
20-30 minutes with lukewarm water.

Apply ripe tomatoes pulp on pimples and kept up to 1 hour, then wash.

How can I get rid of spot marks on my


face? kinda have the same problem as
you but they do go away eventually and
you can get this rilly gr8 cream th@
works like magic! its called
'CLEAN&CLEAR deep cleansing
cream wash' its in a blue-faded to green
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can b found in most supermarkets I
fink! n I promise it works rilly rilly
well! well it does 4 both me and my best
friend anyway! try it out!

Clean and Clear doesnt work for me that


well either. I use Olay(face) and Bioré.
It works well with me.
Pimples and pigmentation marks appear on the face, which takes away the beauty and
charm of the face. These can appear in summer or winter season. The main reasons are
consumption of fat, controlling the urge to urinate, excessive labour and exposure of heat
and Sun. The following home remedies should be used for this problem:

- Take the cream from fresh milk, add few drops of lemon and apply on the face to
remove pimples and acne.

- Grind 30 gm of thymol seeds (ajwain) in 25 gm of curd and apply on pimples and acne.
Wash the face the next morning. This remove pimples.

- Take equal quantities of holy basil leaves and lemon juice and apply on the
pigmentation marks, dark circles or pimples. This is an effective medicine.

- Add glycerin four times the quantity of lemon juice and rub the face to get rid of
pimples. Massage the whole body to get the silky and soft effect.

- Soak lentil dal in sufficient water so that the entire water is absorbed. Grind it and add it
in milk. Apply this paste on the face twice daily. This removes pigmentation marks
and pimples.

- Grind the dried orange peels in water and apply the paste on the face. This removes
pigmentation marks and pimple.

- Rub Jaiphal in milk and apply on pimples and pigmentation marks. This gives
glowing skin.

- Boil cumin seeds and wash the face with that water. This gets rid of pigmentation
marks, dark circles etc and enhances the beauty.

- Grind Jaiphal and black pepper in raw milk and apply on the face at bedtime. This cures
pimples and removes pigmentation marks and makes the face beautiful.

- Take one spoon lentil dal, half spoon rapeseeds and two almonds - grind it nicely and
add lemon juice. Apply this paste on the face. Wash the face when dry.

- Take equal quantities of alum and black pepper and apply on pimples and acne.

- Grind guava and banana and apply the paste on face.

- Apply cucumber juice on face to remove pigmentation marks and pimples.


- Add radish juice in curd and apply on face to get rid of pimples, acne and pigmentation
marks.

- Add honey in onion juice and apply on the face, this cures both the problems

- Take enema of hot water with lemon juice.

- Take boiled gourd or torai in meals. Eat the chapattis made with whole wheat.

- Pat the face with water while taking bath.

- Apply multani mati on face and peel it when dry. Wash the face with cold water.

- Eat boiled vegetables or drink their juice.

- Add Triphala and Moolhati and take 3 to 4 gm daily to cure constipation and get rid of
pimples and acne.

- Grind black pepper and apply on pimples.

- Add gram flour in castor oil and apply on face, this is very beneficial.

- Mix rapeseed and rock salt in lemon juice and apply on pimples.

- Grind almonds in goat milk and apply on pimples to get rid of pimples.

- Rub the seed of date palm in vinegar and apply on pimples. Wash the face after one
hour with soap. Pimples disappear within three to four days.

- Take equal quantities of lemon juice, rogan badam and glycerin, mix thoroughly and
store it in clean bottle. Apply this lotion on the face everyday, to make the skin soft and
beautiful.

- Grind chironji and add butter, apply this pack on the face and rub it nicely. This cures
all the skin related problems.

- People suffering with pimples and pigmentation marks should maintain a clean
stomach. They should improve their digestive strength and keep the intestines clean.
They should walk in open and fresh air and take proper diet.

- Add lemon juice and rose water in equal quantities and apply on face. Wash the face
after half hour with fresh water. The pimples are cured within 10 to 15 days. This gets rid
of pigmentation marks and dark spots.

- Rub the lemon peels on the body before taking bath and wash the face with lukewarm
water, this is effective to get rid of pimples.
- Never pinch the pimples and try to break them. This spreads the pimples faster and
causes permanent scars on the face. Take hot steam before applying any, pack for
immediate results.

- Apply olive oil regularly to cure different types of pimples and boils. This is also
effective for curing pigmentation marks and spots.

- Rub the inner portion of neem bark in water like sandal and apply on pimples.

- Apply blue oil (pour oil in blue coloured bottle and keep under the Sun for one and half
months) on pimples.

- Take Gulkand with 25- 30 gm of milk everyday at bedtime.

- Take avala marmalade to cure constipation and thereby pimples.

- Boil the neem leaves in water and sieve it. Wash the face with this water to remove
pimples.

- Eat sprouted gram regularly according to the digestive capacity to cure pimples and
pigmentation marks.

- Eat ripe neem fruit to get rid of pimples.

- Mix Triphala and Moolhati in equal quantities and take three grams powder with
lukewarm water to cure constipation and thereby pimples and dark spots.

- Add onion juice, rock salt and honey and apply on the face.

- Take carrot, tomato, radish and other green salad along with meals everyday to remove
pimples.

- Avoid tea, coffee etc. This cures pimples and skin related problems.

- Do not eat ice cream, chocolate, toffees, pastries etc. in excess quantity. Avoid
constipation.

- Do not eat food items made with spices, garam masala and acidic things.

- Avoid hot spicy, heavy, oily and fried food items like samosa, kachori etc.

- Do not eat things, made with horse bean, flour and do not use chemical based cosmetics
on face.

- Add lemon juice in Giloy juice and apply on the face to get rid of pimples.
- In case of severe constipation and pimples, soak 6-7 raisins in water, remove the seeds
the next morning and eat.

- Grind Arjun Chaal, Mujith and Vasa Chaal, add honey and apply on the face to remove
pimples.

- Regular consumption of radish is good for getting rid of spots, pimples and acne.

- Add black holy basil leaves powder in turmeric powder and apply the pack on the face
before bath. This removes pimples.

- Grind coriander, Lodhra and Koot and apply on the face.

- Grind fenugreek leaves and apply the pack on the face, let it dry. Then wash the face,
continue this for few days to remove pimples. This also makes the skin soft and smooth.

- Add grounded onion seeds powder in lemon juice and apply on face; this is effective in
case of pimples.

- Make a fine paste of Amaltas Chaal, pomegranate Chaal, Lodhra, turmeric and
Nagarmotha and add it in water. Apply the pack on the face. This works well in case of
pimples.

- Apply sandal wood oil on the face to clean all the infection causing bacteria and
pimples.

- Take equal quantities of Jaiphal, black pepper, red sandal, grind it nicely and add it in
water. Apply this paste on the face to get rid of pimples.

- Take equal quantities of rapeseeds, Semar thorns, lentil dal, chironji and almonds. Grind
all the things nicely and mix it in little bit of milk. Apply this paste on the face to remove
pimples.

- Boil one cup milk and thicken it. Add lemon juice, remove from flame and let it be cool
while stirring it continuously. Apply this paste on the face at bedtime. Wash the face after
one hour and next morning. This removes pimples and gives a smooth and soft skin.

Some home remedies for acne cure -

1. Dried orange peel pounded well with water. Applied to affected acne areas like a face
mask. Remove after 10 minutes.

2. Grated pieces of cucumber to be applied on the affected area.

3. Rub the pimple with a fresh clove of garlic.


4. Drinking plenty of water to flush out toxins from body. It also imparts a healthy glow
to the skin

5. A paste of Fenugreek (Methi) leaves applied overnight on acne and washed off next
morning helps control the problem.

What works for one person may not work for another. What is an appropriate treatment
for one person may not clear another’s acne. Do not get impatient! Get medical treatment
if your condition gets worse.

Prevention: always better than cure

i. Though we cannot control our hormones, we can surely clean the built-up grime and
sebum that cause oily and blocked pores.

Use gentle face cleansers daily. It is a must. Green Pears soap (Rs 18.50, available in
grocery stores and with chemists), Clean & Clear face wash (Rs 25 for 40 ml,
available in grocery stores and with chemists), Cetaphil cleanser (Rs 86, available at all
chemists) are all good for oil control.

ii. Tone your skin after cleansing it. Toning restores the normal balance of the skin and
thus prevents bacterial colonisation.

Try Garnier's Purifying Face Toner (Rs 125 for 125 ml, available at all cosmetic outlets).

iii. Moisturising is a tricky question for acne-prone skin.

Switch to moisturisers that are water-based and non-comodogenic (any substance that
invites the formation of blackheads on the skin).

Emolene (Rs 45, available at all chemists) or Garnier Sun Protecting Moisturiser (Rs 85,
available at all cosmetic outlets) are good bets.

Acne dos and don'ts

i. During an acute attack of acne, the skin is irritated and inflamed.

I do not recommend any herbal or home remedies during this period.

Too many overzealous grandmas have ruined a young girl's face with garlic paste and
abrasive gramflour scrubs.

ii. Keep the garlic in the frying pan where it belongs. Consult a dermatologist
immediately so you can be assessed and treated individually.

iii. All the so-called blood purifying tonics have no effect whatsoever. Avoid them.
iv. Depending on your case, you may be prescribed benzolyl peroxide gels, retinoids,
antibiotic gels or various combinations thereof by your dermatologist.

v. You must apply retinoids (a derivative of Vitamin A in the cream) at night, as they are
sun-sensitising.

They may also cause some dryness but this is part of the treatment.

If your case is severe, you may need oral antibiotics. Please take the antibiotics regularly
as prescribed. Build a good rapport with your doctor to find out which antibiotics suit you
best.

HAIR CARE

Fortunately there are several simple steps you can adopt to help transform your frizzy
locks into smooth and silky ones.

• If you have curly hair, your best bet is to leave your hair curly. Many curly haired
women try to straighten their hair... and straight haired women are constantly
trying to curl theirs. If you want your hair to look smooth and silky, go with your
natural hair type. Any curling or straightening will only contribute to frizziness.
• Shampoo your hair minimally as frequent shampooing often dries hair out. This
can lead to more frizinness. If you do have to wash your hair daily, use a mild
shampoo or alternate shampoo with conditioner only on certain days.
• Find a lightweight conditioner you can use daily. Allow the conditioner to sit on
your hair for at least two minutes.
• Find a deep conditioner formulated for your hair type and apply it at least once
every week. This will help tame frizzies in the long run.
• Consider using a silicon based hair product. There are many on the market today
that help minimize frizz and create a smooth, shiny and silky appearance.
Examples include 'frizz ease'.
• If you blow-dry your hair, use a light heat setting. If you have curly hair always
use a diffuser to help combat frizz. Try to avoid blow-drying every day.
• Consider a leave in conditioning treatment.
• If you can afford it consider a salon conditioning treatment. Most salons offer
deep conditioning that instantly revives hair.

Of course, one of the easiest ways to tame fly aways is to simply put a small dollop of
your favorite lotion in your hands, mix and then apply to your hair. You don't want to
coat your hair, but a little moisturizer along the ends does help tame frizz and can make
your hair smell nice too. Be careful however. If you do this too often your hair will
become weighted down. A clarifying shampoo once every few weeks can help minimize
product build up.

Products That Combat Frizz


There are a multitude of products that combat frizz. Some are shampoos, others
conditioners, still others gels, mousses and silicone based defrizzers. Here are some
products recommended by people who have successfully tamed even the frizziest of hair.
Keep in mind not every product works for everyone. Depending on your hair type and
texture, you may find one product works better than another.

• Infusium - Infusium offers an entire product line to combat frizz from shampoo
to conditioner to leave in treatment. They even have a spray you can use midday
to help smooth hair. This product is good for finer hair as it is lighter than some
silicone based treatments.
• Frizz-ease - Silicone based hair serum that works especially well for combatting
frizz associated with curly hair.
• Clairol 5x - Inexpensive over-the-counter conditioning treatment that tames frizz.
• Aveda Brilliant Styling Cream - Used before blow-drying, can help keep your
hair smooth as you dry.
• Aveda Light Elements Smoothing Fluid - Use after styling or blow-drying to
tame fly aways.
• Potion 9 by Sebastian - This is a leave in conditioning treatment that helps create
a silky, lush head of hair. While on the expensive side, you need only a tiny bit
each use.
• Garnier Fructis - Shampoo and conditioner helps tame frizzies.
• Keratase Oleo-Relax line - Silicone based product that helps combat frizz. This
one is a popular one among many well-known celebrities. Slightly more
expensive than most anti-frizz products.

Most importantly you should remember that frizzy or brittle hair is dry hair. Your hair
needs water to remain silky and smooth. Constant coloring, blow-drying and treatments
can all contribute to frizzy hair. Believe it or not, a bad hair cut can contribute to frizzy
hair too. Be sure you let your stylist know you want to control frizz. This is especially the
case if you have curly hair. Hair cut in the right direction will appear smoother than hair
cut in the wrong direction. This is a case where it pays to find a good stylist.

Curly or frizzy hair can often be very hard to manage. Harder still is trying to turn
your frizzy, curly hair into a smooth, straight and silky looking hairdo. One way of
turning curly hair straight, is to get it professionally straightened; however this is fairly
drastic option and not one for everybody. The easiest way to achieve straight and silky
hair is to blow dry it this way yourself at home. It may take you a little longer than you
would usually spend doing your hair and it may take a little practice before you get the
results you desire, but the outcome will be well worth the effort.

To blow dry your hair straight yourself, start with wet clean hair. It is a good idea to use a
good conditioning treatment or conditioning spray prior to straightening your hair. This
will help assure the hair is in its best possible condition. Towel dry hair and apply a small
amount of mouse or gel, working it through the hair and concentrating it on the ends of
the hair. Blow dry your hair until it is almost dry and just slightly damp. This will not
only save time during the straightening process, but also is better for the hair as it places
less tension on the hair itself.
Start by sectioning off your hair and pinning back the top bits. Always start with the
underneath hair first and then work your way through the hair to the top and front
sections. Each section of hair should be a manageable amount for you to handle
straightening. This will depend on the thickness of your hair and what you can
manage. It is best to start with a small amount and increase the size of the sections, as you
become more experienced with the process.

Gather the hair in the section and using a large round brush, roll the hair round the brush
and then pull it back out, holding the brush at the ends of the hair. Blow-dry the hair
down towards the brush on low heat, while continuing to pull the brush through the hair.
Once that section is dry and at the straightness you desire, continue the same process
section by section with the rest of your hair, leaving the front bits around your face until
last. As more and more hair gets straightened out, you may need to go back over a few
sections to help them sit nicely in with the rest of the hair, but this shouldn’t take long.
Pay special attention to the front sections of hair and style them the desired way you
would like them, so that the hair fall to the side you want it to etc.

Once all the sections of hair are straightened out, get some kind of finishing wax or hair
polish and rub it between your hands and then lightly rub your hands over your hair. You
have to be careful not to apply too much as this could make you newly straight hair look
greasy. Then brush, comb, or style your hair in the style you want and you’re ready to go
with your new, very straight and non-frizzy hair!

Another way to straighten hair is to use the above process but instead of blow drying and
using the round brush to straighten out the sections, you could use a straightening iron.
Straightening irons work well, but on most occasions you will still need to blow-dry the
hair at the end to achieve your desired style. Straighten irons can also be very harsh on
the hair, so it is a good idea not to do it too often.

You could also use very large Velcro rollers and roll each section of hair up in them and
then let it dry naturally. This method works well and is probably the least harsh to the
hair but it takes longer. The rollers will also tend to curl up then ends of the hair slightly,
but if that is not the look you desire you could use the round brush and blow dry them
straight out. Once again finish off with a hair wax or polish to protect the hair and make
it look shiny.

You've invested in blowdryers, curling irons, flat irons, and countless hair color sessions
at your favorite salon. And now everything you've done to make your hair look so lush
and gorgeous has accomplished the opposite: your hair is now dull and damaged.
Fortunately, the damage is easy to remedy.

Get a trim

Most stylists recommend a trim every six weeks. A regular trim will help prevent or get
rid of split ends. Often, it's not the entire head of hair that needs the fix - just the dried out
ends. If you're trying to grow your hair out and are freaked by the prospect of a cut, just
make sure you clearly advise your stylist to cut off only up to the line of damage. Plus,
seeing your hairdresser on a consistent basis will allow him or her to assess your hair
during each visit, and help you get your hair to its maximum beauty potential. Consider it
a regular checkup.

Use a good shampoo

Shampooing daily isn't necessary; in fact, it's not even recommended. The detergents in
most shampoos on the market will strip your hair of both color and moisture. It's a good
idea to look for a sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) -free shampoo. This is a chemical often
used in soaps and shampoos because it effectively causes a product to foam up, leaving
the skin feeling invigorated and clean. However, it's been proven that SLS is greatly
drying, and can also be very irritating. Hair tangled after washing? Blame sodium lauryl
sulfate. Fortunately, shampoos that are SLS-free are becoming more and more available.
Two industry favorites are Paves Professional's Flawless No Sulfates Allowed Repairing
Shine Shampoo, and Alba Botanica's Plumeria Replenishing Hair Wash.

Use a conditioner daily

Find a conditioner that's specifically tailored for your hair type. If your hair is fine, use a
lightweight conditioner, like Dove's Volumizing Color Care Conditioner, that won't
weigh it down. If your hair is thick and coarse, a thicker formula, like Aussie's Moist
Conditioner, will keep your strands luxurious and healthy. No matter what your hair type,
distribute the product only at the ends, to prevent it from weighing your hair down. If,
however, your whole head of hair is extremely fried and damaged, use a deep
conditioning treatment all over, like L'Oreal Professionnel Intense Repair Masque, once a
week.

Use the right tools

Do not use a brush on wet hair, because this is when hair is most vulnerable. Use a wide-
toothed comb instead, and gently work out any tangles. Once hair is dry, a boar-bristle
brush is best - this kind of brush smooths out the cuticle and helps distribute your hair's
natural oils from your scalp to your ends, giving you shine.

Try to cut blowdrying, flat ironing, and curling down to a couple of times a week. But if
you must use heated tools, use a protectant on the middle to the ends of hair beforehand
to prevent further and future damage. One to try is Frederic Fekkai Glossing Cream with
Olive Oil. A celebrity favorite, this leave-in not only protects the hair from heat styling, it
tames fly-aways, helps guard against humidity, and leaves your hair looking strong and
shiny.

Hairs are one of the greatest assets. It has now become a multi million dollar business and
is still growing very rapidly. One who can't afford extra expenses can manage it through
natural herbal ways as well as through some effective home remedies.
Herbal Shampoo for Hairs

1. Shampoo of Multani Clay: Immerse 100 gm multani clay in water. After two hours
make a paste and apply gently in the hair. Wash the hair after 5-10 minutes in winters
with warm water and normal water in summers. If hair is very dirty do it twice a week;
the hair becomes soft, silky and long. It brings a cool and light feeling.

2. Shampoo of flour of gram pulses: Apply paste of flour of gram pulse made with water
on the hair twice a week and wash the hand after an hour. The hair becomes black, dense,
clean, shining and soft. It also relieves itching or cures boils in the head.

Home Remedies for Hair Care

1. Add one-gram black pepper in 100 gm of curd and apply in the scalp. Now wash the
hair with warm water once a week. The hair becomes black and beautiful and stops
falling.

2. Mix eclipta alba, black sesame, dry emblica myrobalan and sugar candy in equal
quantities (all in powdered form). Take six grams in the morning on an empty stomach
daily and drink 250 gm of milk over it. Take this treatment from one years, along with it
take vegetarian food, and do not indulge in sex.

3. For graying of hairs, add black sesame and eclipta alba in equal quantity, chew one
teaspoonful of this mixture in the morning on an empty stomach and drink fresh water
over it. Take daily for six months. It is successful for all persons up to 40.

4. To prevent hair fall, mash beetroot leaves in heena paste and apply on the head also
cures dandruff.

5. Warm 300 gm coconut oil with 3 gm of black pepper added in it. When it starts boiling
stop heating, sieve with a fine cloth and keep in a bottle. Massage with fingertips in the
night gently.

Immerse peels of lemon in coconut oil for 8-10 days in sunshine. Now sieve and apply in
the hair. Hair becomes black and shininSome solutions to your thinning hair:

If you think your thinning hair is caused by an illness or your medications, consult
your doctor for some advice.

Be aware of your hair styles, make sure your hair is not pulled too tightly

Use products that are for “thin hair” or products that will add volume to your hair.
If you wear weave in your hair, stop wearing it for a few months. When you sew and
glue weave in your hair you are causing severe damage to your scalp and hair
follicles that may make your hair irreversibly damaged.

Put some onion water or garlic water on your hair. Chop onion or garlic and put it in
a little water. Put it on your hair scalp an hour before you wash your hair. Do this if
you do not have chemicles in your hair.

Apply olive oil to your hair and put a plastic cap or bag on for an hour or so then
shampoo and condition your hair.

Keep your hair clean and moisturized

Eat a well balanced diet with sufficient ‘good’ oil included to give your hair much
needed nutrients.

100% shea butter used as a thinning hair treatment will give your hair strength and
shine.

If you want to know what is new for thinning hair on a female and a male check out
the natural remedies for thinning hair listed below. Here are two of the best thinning
hair products for you to try.

g.

Dont go out and buy anything expensive.


First: Purchase a mild Shampoo (To Clarify hair, I will
explain why)

Second: TRIM your hair ends (May 1 1/2 to 2 inches)

Third: Here's the magic part: Mix olive oil, almond oil,
coconut oil, avocado oil and a "little" honey, (honey u
will have to heat so it can blend). Either leave on ALL
day or all night (if all nite, DONT use honey)

Repeat this 3-4 times a week, your hair will grow like
a weed & remove all frizz and make it straighter, I
promise,..... and it will be super shiny!!!!

The clairifying shampoo will help take the oil off your
hair when u shower
You can find olive oil anywere, but the other oils you
will have to buy at a local organics store, wholes
foods or BJ's health corner.

The winter is so hard on your hair. When that cold wind hits it, it can dry out your hair, and
damage it beyond repair. Then the only hope is to trim your hair to "cut off" the damaged ends.
Wait! I don't want to cut my hair!

Here are some tips to get through the winter with the least possible damage to your hair. Maybe
this year you won't have to cut it.

Shampoo every other day or less frequently, if possible, unless you exercise regularly or work
outdoors. Excess shampooing strips natural oils from the hair.

Let your hair air dry whenever possible. Blow-drying can dry out the hair and damage it even
more. When using hot rollers or a curling iron put thin strips of cotton fabric around them to lessen
the damage done by them to your hair.

If you're in a rush and have to blow dry your hair, use the dryer on the lowest, coolest setting or
stand in front of a fan and run your fingers gently through your hair as it dries.

Massage your head daily for 5-10 minutes to promote blood flow to the scalp and improve the
quality of your hair. Start at your temples and work toward the back of your head, apply pressure
in circular motions.

Turn your head upside down and give it a good brushing from the scalp to the ends, which
stimulates the scalp and spreads natural oils through the hair.

Be sure to take your B vitamins. B6, B12, folic acid, pantothenic acid and biotin are associated
with moisture rich hair. You can take a multivitamin or eat food's rich in B vitamins including
soybeans, bananas, beans, yogurt, avocados, eggs and grains.

Be sure to eat enough protein. Your hair is composed of protein and if you don't get enough it
could cause your hair to become dry and brittle. Make a protein shake twice a day just to be sure.

Protein Shake Recipe

2 Tbs. Soy protein Powder (your favorite kind)


1 cup milk or juice
1/4 cup fresh, canned or frozen fruit
ice

Mix in a blender until smooth and creamy.

Try this wonderful deep conditioning treatment once a week to rejuvenate dry damaged hair.
Egg Shampoo

1 egg
1 tsp. olive oil
1 tsp. lemon juice
1 Tbs. Castile soap
1/2 cup water or herbal tea
5 Drops of essential oil of your choice (optional)

Combine all in blender and whip until smooth. Shampoo with mixture using warm, not hot water
for the shampoo and rinse. Store any remaining shampoo in the refrigerator for use the next day

How to Get Smooth Legs


When you get that perfect new mini skirt or little black dress, the whole outfit is ruined
by hairy legs. Do you want to shave your legs and get them as smooth and silky as
possible? Follow these tips for super smooth, sexy, sleek legs that will have boys begging
for your attention!

[edit] Steps

1. Make sure the shower (or bath) is warm to open


pores, which will give you a closer shave.
2. Use shaving foam to get a closer and smoother
shave.
3. Use a loofa and run water over it to get a closer
shave by removing the dead skin cells. Once you
have massaged in the exfoliation cream, use the
loofa to wipe off any remaning residue.
4. Use a good shaver to shave your legs, making
sure you do it carefully so that you don't cut
yourself. Shave up towards you, not down
5. Rinse your legs, pat them dry with a warm towel.
6. Put on some moisturizer and massage it in well.

[edit] Tips

• Be careful around ankles and knees. These areas


are uneven and difficult to shave. you may want
to use cream for these areas.
• If you don't have an shaving foam, use
conditioner. It works just as well!
• Take your time, don't rush, or you could end up
making a very bad job of it.
• If you do nick yourself while shaving, try dabbing
on some antiseptic cream or lotion to help heal
the cut faster.
• There are other methods of hair removal: waxing
(it hurts a lot at first, but you will get used to it),
using hair removal creams (there is a myth that
all hair removal creams smell, but there are nice
smelling creams out there!), and bleaching the
hair on your legs. For first timers, try shaving,
but since there are down-sides to shaving such
as re-growth and stubbles, you may want to
consider getting them waxed. Gather up your
courage and get an appointment today - you
won't regret it! You'll have silky smooth legs that
last for four month! No more messing around
with razors in the shower!
• Try not shaving your legs for 2 weeks; it will be
smoother when you shave.
• Make sure your exfoliation lotion has solid beads
in it, bursting beads and moisture beads won't
really work.
• If you're not that good with shaving your knees
and you nick yourself a lot, try using something
like nair so it will be smooth and nick-free and
will not have as bad stubble!
• If you have pretty dry legs you NEED to
moisturize otherwise when the hair starts to
grow back it will feel rough and unpleasnt.

Sunburn soothers

* Apply cod liver oil.

* Mix grated cucumber with milk and apply.


* Grate one fresh raw potato. Extract juice by squeezing in a muslin cloth. This treatment provides
immediate relief.

* Calamine lotion (available at most chemist shops) is a very effective remedy. Apply liberally on affected
areas and leave to dry.

* To one raw egg white, add one teaspoon of honey and one teaspoon of hazel. Apply on affected areas.
Leave it on for 5-10 minutes. Wash with tepid water.

Suntan removers

All sunburn aids - vinegar, milk, potato juice, cucumber juice are good for removing tan. Apply on the
affected area; keep for 10-15 minutes and wash.

The above suntan removers have a drying effect on the skin; so, if you have a dry skin, make sure you use a
moisturiser after this treatment.

Queries answered

* Taruna, like any other teenager, has a lot of blackheads around her nose and forehead and wants to know
what to do. She also wants to know how to remove the tan on her hands?

You are already using the homemade pack of besan, lime and milk. You can continue to do this two times a
week. I also suggest that you visit a professional beauty salon for a treatment that calls for a deep cleansing
after blackheads removal. As for your tanned hands, use cucumber juice or potato juice as given above.

* Lavanya has pimples and some spots on her face. She wants to know how to get rid of them?

Wash your face 3-4 times a day with a medicated soap or a face wash like Johnson's Clean and Clear. Do
not touch or squeeze pimples. Avoid too much make up as it will clog your pores. Have 8-10 glasses of
water and a balanced diet. Include two bowls of vegetables and 2-3 citrus fruits. Avoid deep fried and spicy
food and chocolates. At night, apply the chandan (sandalwood) paste with your fingertips on pimples and
scars. Leave it on overnight and wash with cold water in the morning. You have to do this for 2-3 months
to get good results.

* Praveen has dandruff problem for the last 10 years. He has tried a number of medicines and would like to
know a home remedy.

A very effective home remedy is the boric acid treatment. Buy the boric acid from the chemist - the one
used to wash your eyes.

Mix 1 tsp of boric acid in 2 tsp of natural oil such as coconut oil, olive oil and warm till boric acid
dissolves. Apply on the scalp. Keep it on overnight.

Wash/shampoo in the morning. This treatment should be done two times a week for at least two months.

Try getting an exfoliator. This really helped me. Apply


a good amount like you would soap, and rub it on
your hand for about 5 minutes, in a back & forward
motion.

CUCUMBER AND MILK :

Take a cucumber, skin it and chop it finely and put it in a blender. Make a puree and add
one tablespoon of chilled milk. Mix well and apply all over the face, neck, arms and areas
scorched or burnt by the sun. Leave on for 15 minutes, and then rinse with cold water.
Repeat this treatment twice or thrice during the course of the day. Its soothes the skin and
helps in alleviating sunburn.

OATMEAL AND YOGHURT :

Take 2 tablespoons of oatmeal and 3 tablespoons of yoghurt. Mix and add one tablespoon
of lemon juice and one teaspoon of olive oil, Blend and whisk well together in a bowl.
Wash your hands and then apply over infected area first, then all over the face. Leave on
for 5-7 minutes and then rinse with cold water. Very effective for blackheads.

VINEGAR AND WATER :

Take 2 tablespoons vinegar and add 2 tablespoons of water. This solution is an ideal cure
for suntan. Dab on gently with cotton wool over sore areas. Leave it on for 10 minutes
and wash off.

ONION :

Take 2 onions, skin and chop them fine. Put then in a mixer and grind to a paste. Tie this
in a muslin cloth and squeeze out the juice. Add to the juice a pinch of salt and a
tablespoon of milk. Take cotton wool pads and dab over the sunburned or tanned areas.
Leave to dry. Dab the juice again and repeat till the complete solution is used up. Let it
dry on your skin. Rinse with cold water. It's best that you make it a routine after coming
in from the hot sun.

CUCUMBER AND TOMATO WRAP :

Take 2 tomatoes, puree them. Take a cucumber, peel and puree them too. Mix the purees
and add to it the juice of one lemon. Mix well. Apply this paste all over the suntanned
and sunburnt skin. Let it dry. Dab the puree again. Repeat 3 times and let it dry
thoroughly, then rinse off. Use this treatment for a week and see the difference. It not
only helps to soothe the burnt area, it adds a glow to the skin too.

CABBAGE :

Take a handful of cabbage leaves, boil them and drain out the water. Mash the leaves and
apply the pulp all over the tanned and sunburnt areas. Leave on for 15 minutes. Wash off
with cold water. Repeat this treatment at least for a week. This acts like a protective and
soothing balm. Use whenever you have been exposed to the hot sun.

GREEN GOURD :

Cut green gourd into thin round slices. Rub quickly all over the affected areas. Repeat 3-4
times. Leave it on and wash off at bedtime. Soothes burnt skin.

ALOE VERA :

The most natural and soothing cure for sunburn and tan. Just pluck a few leaves of the
plant, mash or puree them. Add the juice of one lemon. Apply this jelly like solution all
over the affected areas. It cleanses, clears and nourishes the skin.

ICE :

Use ice cubes all over the sunburned skin when you come from the hot sun.

HONEY AND LIME :

Take 2 tablespoons of honey and add to it the juice of one lime. Mix well apply over the
sunburned or tanned skin areas. Helps to lighten and soothe the skin.

LEMON AND SUGAR :

Take the juice of one lemon and add to it a few grains of sugar. Rub this lotion all over
the sunburned or tanned areas. Keep rubbing in circular motions. Let it dry and then wash
off. This not only helps to remove tan but exfoliates the skin very gently too.

TUMERIC POWDER AND MILK:

Take 3 tablespoons of milk and add to it one tablespoon of turmeric powder. Apply all
over the face or affected areas. Leave it to dry. Rub in circular motions and then rinse off.
It not only helps to remove tan it also helps remove fine facial hair.

Learn How to Remove Self-Tanner

Maybe you've suddenly managed to achieve a less-than-enviable shade of Oompa


Loompa-orange. Perhaps your feet look like a blotchy mess or your hands have streaks
all over them. Even worse, maybe it's your entire body that's a streaky, half-tanned mess.
What's a girl looking for a gorgeous glow to do? Remove the mess, of course.

Most of the time, these faux pas are easily solved. The only trick involves knowing how
to remove self-tanner. If you're a serial at-home tanner, you already know the importance
of proper maintenance. Those new to the world of tanning at home, though, will
appreciate knowing how easy it is to correct those inevitable sunless tanning errors.
Here's how to make the most of the lovely glow you desire.

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Exfoliation

The most common method of tanner removal is exfoliation. Self-tanner is essentially a


dye that deposits pigment onto the skin. When the skin is scrubbed, the skin cells slough
off, taking with them the self-tanner. Follow these steps to successfully remove self-
tanner from the body:

1. Apply a thin layer of baby oil to the body.


2. Allow it to soak in for 25-35 minutes.
3. Immerse yourself in warm bath water.
4. Gently exfoliate the skin, using either a sugar
scrub (which is less harsh than a salt scrub), a
washcloth or a loofah.

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Helpful Hints

• If you find that an at-home scrub doesn't do the


trick, search for a local spa that offers a full-body
exfoliation treatment. Often, the vigorous nature of
a professional treatment is enough to remove all
traces of color.
• Invest in a dry brush. Due to their large size, dry
brushes are ideal for full-body exfoliation. They
are also soft, yet surprisingly stimulating. Use of
a dry brush encourages dead skin cell removal,
increased lymph circulation and skin
detoxification.

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Lemon Fresh

It's good for a burst of tart flavor, but lemons also have their place in the beauty world.
Removing the odd streak is a snap with the rub of a lemon wedge. Simply massage the
wedge quickly over the area in question. This will usually lift the tanning lotion's
unwanted color.
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Splish, Splash, Take a Bath

Summertime brings with it more than just blazing heat! The desire to jump into the pool
is insatiable. One might expect an orangey or blotchy tan to destroy that dream pretty
quickly, but pool water has actually proven to be helpful in matters of terrible tans. A
long swim (or, conversely, a long soak in the tub) is usually enough to speed the natural
fading process and eliminate color.

This method works because the skin cells soak up the water and increase in size. As they
grow larger, the tan gets lighter until eventually the color fades completely.

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Forget About It

Sunless tans naturally fade with time. While playing the waiting game is never fun, in
this case it's quite simply the easiest way to solve the problem. If you plan on staying
indoors for a few days, you can take advantage of this method. Additionally, it's the most
efficient fix for a blotchy face or neck, usually fading within 24 hours.

Not only is it simple, it's also the healthiest approach to self-tanner removal for your skin.
The cons, however, likely outweigh the pros in this case. When you need a quick fix,
there are quicker methods that require just a little know-how.

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Removal Products

Several products formulated to remove self-tanner are available. They include the
following:

• St. Tropez Self-Tan Remover: This 11 oz. bottle is


more than enough to get you through the year.
Use this unique product to quickly and easily
remove self-tanning mistakes. It's ideal for the
palms, feet and ankles. This product is also
available in a convenient, 10-piece, pocket-sized
package.
• ModelCo Tan Remover Exfoliating Body Scrub:
This gently exfoliating micro-salt scrub dissolves
the self-tan while treating the skin to the
pleasant scent of pink grapefruit.
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Avoiding Mistakes

No one is perfect, and self-tan application mistakes are some of the most common out
there. There are ways, however, to avoid making the same mistake twice. Here are a few
tips to help you achieve the best tan possible:

1. Keep skin thoroughly moisturized at all times.


Dry skin is more susceptible to unevenness.
2. Get speedy. The best way to ensure a great finish
is to apply the self-tanner as quickly and evenly
as possible.
3. Apply the self-tanner at least three to four hours
prior to taking a shower or bath. Many people
prefer to apply the tanner at night for this
reason.
4. Regular maintenance, including reapplication of
tanner as needed, is necessary to keep your skin
glowing.

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Mix salt, cornmeal or sugar with baby oil or lotion and


rub it all over your skin after your bath or shower.
Then rinse well.

The abrasion will slough off the tanned skin and your
beautiful soft(er) will be revealed
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Shehnaz hussains tips::


Acne Treatment
The treatment is based on a highly effective and clinically proven procedure for the treatment
of acne and pimples. It helps to decongest and purify the skin, curing and soothing eruptions.
The formulations used in the treatment have powerful healing properties and have a high
success rate in controlling acne conditions and restoring health to the skin.

Products Required: Sharose, Shaclove, Shabase, Shasilk

Procedure: Cleanse face with Sharose, using cotton wool. Extract blackheads /whiteheads.
Give high frequency ozone for 2 to 3 minutes, a little longer on pimples/acne. Apply Shaclove all
over face for 15 minutes. Wipe off with moist cotton wool. Apply protective cover with Shabase
mixed with Shasilk.

Acne Treatment with Plant Protein Revitalizer


The treatment helps to control an acne condition and minimize blemishes
and scars. The Plant Protein Revitalizing Mask helps to improve skin
texture, toning and refining the pores.

Products Required: Sharose, Plant Protein Revitalizing Mask, Shazema,


Shaclove, Shabase, Shataj.

Procedure: Cleanse face with Sharose, using cotton wool. Apply Plant Protein Revitalizing Mask.
When it dries, wash off. Apply Shazema all over the face, avoiding eye area. Wipe off
immediately with moist cotton wool. Extract blackheads /whiteheads. Give high frequency for 2 to
3 minutes all over the face. Apply Shaclove for 15 minutes and wipe off. Apply protective cover
with Shabase mixed with Shataj.

Step by Step Aromatherapy Facial


In the Aromatherapy facial, essential oils are used. Essential oils have potent and specific
curative properties that are of particular benefit to the skin. Most important of all, they are
extremely effective for inducing relaxation of both body and mind, calming the nerves and
reducing stress. The skin is massaged with herbalised oils that contain essential oil and herbal
extracts. The elimination of toxins, the improvement in the skin’s normal functions, including cell
regeneration and the calming effect on the mind, all combine to make it totally revitalizing for both
body and mind.

Products Required: Aroma Cleansing Oil, Special Veg Peel Pack, Carrier Oil, Essential Oil,
White Water Lily, Sharose / Lavender, Aroma Pack. Pink Lotus, White Water Lily or Floral Youth
Oil.

Procedure: Apply Aroma Cleansing Oil. Massage with thumb pressure for 2 to 3 minutes.
Remove with moist cotton wool. Then apply Special Veg Peel Pack. When it dries, dab with mil
and rub gently with circular movements. Wash off. Mix 1 to 2 tablespoons Carrier Oil with 4 to 5
DROPS Essential Oil. Spread the oil on skin and massage, using effleurage movements, starting
from the sternum for 10 to 15 minutes. Then apply White Water Lily and massage with light
pressure for 5 minutes. Apply more oil if necessary. Next, put a gauze on the face and apply
warm paraffin wax on the gauze, using a brush. Keep the nostrils free. Leave on for 10 to 15
minutes or till it becomes cool. Lift the gauze. Extract blackheads / whiteheads, if required. Dip
cotton in warm water and wipe the face. Give cold compress with Sharose or Lavender. Apply
the Aroma Pack for 10 minutes. Apply protective cover with Pink Lotus and White Water Lily +
Floral Youth Oil.

Complimentary hand and foot massage may be provided with the facial.

Laser Treatment for Dry Skin


The laser helps to resurface the skin, removing ageing signs, making the skin smoother and more
youthful. It helps to remove dark pigmented areas, blotches and blemishes, giving way to an even
colour tone. The products helps to rehydrate the skin and improve its moisture retention ability.

Products Required: Shacleanse, Plant Protein Revitalizing Mask / Shatex (for sensitive skin),
Shalife, Shawhite, Shaclove, Sharose, Shabase + Shamoist / Shataj

Procedure: Cleanse face with Shacleanse. Apply Plant Protein Revitalizing Mask or Shatex (for
sensitive skin). When it dries, dab with milk and rub gently on the skin. Wash off. Extract
blackheads / whiteheads, if required. Apply Shalife and massage for 15 to 20 minutes, using cold
water to facilitate the massage. Wipe off cream completely with moist cotton wool. Provide high
frequency laser for 4 to 5 minutes, concentrating on dark patches, if any. Apply Shawhite lotion
on dark patches/blemishes/scars. Give full strength invisible laser on Shawhite for 4 to 5 minutes.
Clean face with moist cotton wool and give cold compress with Sharose. Apply Shaclove on face
and neck. Leave on for 10 minutes and wipe off with moist cotton wool. Apply protective cover
with Shabase + Shamoist for normal to dry skin or Shabase + Shataj for normal to oily
/combination skin

Complimentary hand and foot massage may be provided with the facial.

Normal Facial
The normal facial comprising of Cleansing, Toning, Massage (both manual and/or with gadgets),
Mask and Protection (use of protective coverage) helps to maintain the youth and natural beauty
of the skin. All areas of the face and neck are treated, according to specific needs. Different
strokes, movements, directions and pressure are applied to different areas. It helps to improve
blood circulation, induce relaxation and delay ageing. The products used for the normal facial
have grown out of clinical usage over the last three decades and are ideal for protecting,
preventing and enhancing beauty.

Products Required: Shacleanse, Shalife, Sharose, Plant Protein Revitalizing Mask, Shasmooth,
Shaclove, Shabase, Shamoist

Procedure: Cleanse face with Shacleanse, applying it on the face with a gentle massage and
wiping off with moist cotton wool. Apply Shalife on face and neck and massage for 15 minutes,
using a little cold water to facilitate the massage. Give vibratory massage for 5 minutes. Extract
blackheads / whiteheads, if required. Give cold compress with chilled Sharose. Apply Plant
Protein Revitalizing Mask. When it dries, wash off with plain water. Apply Shaclove Mask for 10
minutes and wipe off with moist cotton wool. If the skin is sensitive, avoid Plant Protein
Revitalizing Mask and only apply Shaclove. Apply protective cover with Shabase mixed with
Shamoist.
Thermoherb Mask
The Thermoherb Mask is a mini face-lift, which deep cleanses, restores balances and tightens
the skin. Based on an ancient thermal mask, it has been improved with herbal extracts. The
mask hardens, generates heat and creates the ideal temperature between itself and the skin, at
which skin absorption is highly efficient. As it hardens, it tightens the pores, sculpting the facial
contours, minimizing wrinkles and improving skin elasticity. The Thermoherb mask itself contains
extracts of rose, basil and mint.

Products Required: Shacleanse, Shalife, Thermoherb Mask, Sharose, Shaclove, Shabase,


Shamoist.

Procedure: Cleanse face with Shacleanse, applying it and wiping off with moist cotton wool.
Apply Shalife and massage for 10 minutes, using cold water to facilitate the massage. Remove
cream with moist cotton wool. Apply a thick layer of Shalife all over the face. Then apply
Thermoherb Mask and leave it on for 30 minutes. As the mask becomes warm, the pores open
and the nourishing cream penetrates the skin. The mask hardens. Gently remove the mask and
wipe off excess cream with moist cotton wool. Extract blackheads /whiteheads, if required. Give
cold compress with chilled Sharose. Apply Shaclove all over the face and neck for 10 minutes
and wipe off with moist cotton wool. Apply protective cover with Shabase + Shamoist.

Complimentary hand and foot massage may be provided with the facial.

Vegetable Peel
A powerful treatment for texturizing the skin, Vegetable Peel makes the skin clear, smooth and
free from blemishes. It has been used in the treatment of scars and blemishes, restoring health
and beauty to the skin. The herbal extracts not only help to heal and soothe the skin, but also aid
the regeneration of new cells.

Products Required: Vegetable Peel Pack, Sharose, Shaclove, Shabase, Shataj /Shasilk.

Procedure: Cleanse the skin with Sharose. Apply the Vegetable Peel Pack. When it dries, dab
with mil and rub gently on the skin, first with clockwise and then with anti-clockwise movements.
Wash face with water. Extract blackheads / whiteheads. Give high frequency ozone for 2 to 3
minutes, longer on pimples, if any. Give cold compress with chilled Sharose. Apply Shaclove on
face and neck for 15 minutes. Wipe off with moist cotton wool. Apply protective cover with
Shabase + Shataj or Shasilk.

Complimentary hand and foot massage may be provided with the facial.

Diamond Facial
The Diamond Facial, a powerful age-control treatment, is the latest in Shahnaz Husain’s
repertoire of salon procedures. Centuries of practical applications have shown that the diamond
influences the tissues of the human body in a way which facilitates decongestion and promotes
the removal of toxins. This helps to oxygenate and purify the skin. The most potent effect of the
diamond is its exfoliating and gentle dermabrasing action, which helps to diminish fine lines and
wrinkles. It awakens dormant cells and boosts the skin's metabolic functions. The cellular life
of the skin and the regeneration of healthy new cells are enhanced. Based on Ayurveda, the
diamond facial is like an elixir of youth for timeless eternal beauty.

Products Required: Diamond Exfoliator (scrub), Diamond Skin Nourishing Cream, Diamond
Skin Rejuvenating Mask, Diamond Rehydrant Lotion, Shacleanse / Sharose, Plant Protein
Revitalizing Mask or Shatex (for sensitive skin), Shasmooth, Shaweeds, Pink Lotus.

Procedure: Cleanse the skin with Shacleanse for normal to dry skin or Sharose for combination
skin. Apply Plant Protein Revitalizing Mask or Shatex. When it dries, dab with milk, rub gently with
circular movements and wash off. Then apply Diamond Scrub. When it dries, dab with milk, rub
gently with circular movements and wash off. Apply Shasmooth around eyes and massage for 5
minutes. Apply the Diamond Skin Nourishing Cream on face and neck and massage for 15 to 20
minutes. Cold water or Sharose may be used to facilitate massage. Follow with vibratory
massage for 5 minutes. Galvanic gadget may be used, with milk, for absorption of the cream.
Extract blackheads/whiteheads, if required, followed by high frequency for

2 to 3 minutes. Give cold compress with Sharose, using cotton wool pads soaked in the chilled
skin tonic. Apply Diamond Skin Rejuvenating Mask on face and neck, avoiding the lips and area
around eyes. Apply Shaweeds around eyes. Wipe off with moist cotton wool after 15 minutes or
when it dries. Apply protective cover with Pink Lotus and Diamond Rehydrant Lotion.

Complimentary hand and foot massage may be provided with the facial.

Gold Facial
The Gold Facial, based on Ayurveda, is a powerful anti-ageing treatment, with revitalizing and
rejuvenating effects. Gold is one of the softest metals and is easily absorbed by the skin. It helps
lymphatic drainage and facilitates the removal of toxins and wastes. It also stimulates blood
circulation and improves skin elasticity, accelerating cell renewal and reversing oxidation
damage.

Products Required: 24 Carat Gold Skin Radiance Gel, 24 Carat Gold Skin Beautifying Mask,
Shacleanse/Shamoon, Lavender Skin Tonic, Shaweeds Mask, Pink Lotus/White Water
Lily/Morning Glory.

* The Gold Skin Radiance Gel is a dual complex, consisting of a Moisture Enhancer and Gold
Gel.

Procedure: Apply Shacleanse for normal to dry skin, or Shamoon for combination skin and
massage on face, shoulders and back for 5 minutes. Wipe off with moist cotton wool. Apply
Vegetable Peel Pack on face and neck. When it dries, dab with milk and wash off. Then apply
Moisture Enhancer and massage it on the face for 5 to 7 minutes, followed by lymphatic massage
and normal massage. Wipe off cream with moist cotton wool. Extract blackheads / whiteheads, if
necessary. Then give the skin cold compress with chilled Lavender skin tonic, using cotton wool
pads. Apply Gold Gel on the face, neck and under the eyes. Massage it on the skin, using a little
Lavender skin tonic, till gel is absorbed. Wipe face with moist cotton wool. Apply the mask on the
neck and face. Apply Shaweeds mask under the eyes. Wipe off masks with moist cotton wool
after 15 minutes. Apply protective cream according to skin texture, comprising of capsule + Pink
Lotus + White Water Lily or Morning Glory.

Complimentary hand and foot massage may be provided with the facial.
Gem Facial
The Gem Facial not only restores and maintains the ideal balances, but also counteracts harmful
environmental effects and mental stress. These precious ingredients also act as moisture traps,
rehydrating the skin and aiding moisture retention. Their active hydrating function helps the skin
to preserve its youthful qualities, delaying the manifestation of ageing signs. Gems actually
strengthen the physiology of the skin, stimulating blood circulation and removing toxins, thus
rejuvenating the skin and enhancing its beauty. The skin appears soft, resilient, glowing and
radiant.

Products Required: Gem Skin Nourishing Cream, Gem Rejuvenating Mask, Gem Rehydrant
Lotion, Shacleanse/Sharose, Veg Peel Pack, Shasmooth, Shaweeds, Pink Lotus.

Procedure: Cleanse the skin with Shacleanse and Sharose. Apply Veg Peel Pack. When it dries,
dab with milk and scrub gently, washing off with water. Apply Shasmooth around eyes and
massage for 5 to 10 minutes. Then apply Gem Skin Nourishing Cream on face and neck and
massage for 5 to 10 minutes, followed by vibratory massage for 5 minutes. Use Galvanic Gadget
(+tive current) with milk for absorption of the cream. Extract blackheads/whiteheads, if required.
( For combination skin, give high frequency ozone for 2 to 3 minutes). Apply cold compress with
Sharose, using cotton wool pads soaked in the chilled skin tonic. Apply Gem Skin Rejuvenating
Mask on neck and face, avoiding the lips and area around eyes. Apply Shaweeds Mask around
eyes. Wipe off with moist cotton wool after 15 minutes. Apply protective cover with Pink Lotus +
Gem Rehydrant Lotion.

Complimentary hand and foot massage may be provided with the facial.

Oxygen Facial Procedure


The Oxygen Facial provides instant revitalization, using the most powerful level of natural energy.
It creates an enriched oxygen layer and helps to transport oxygen molecules directly into the skin.
The antibacterial and germicidal action of Oxygen cream also inhibits bacteria and prevents skin
problems. The facial infuses the skin with essential minerals and natural vitamins, providing ideal
nourishment and bringing visible health, vitality and beauty to the skin.

Products Required: Oxygen Cream, Oxygen Mask, Plant Protein Revitalizing Mask, Shacleanse
/ Sharose, Shabase, Shamoist / Shataj.

Procedure: Cleanse face with Shacleanse for normal to dry skin and Sharose for oily and
combination skin. Apply Plant Protein Revitalizing Mask on face and neck. When it dries, dab with
milk, rub gently with circular movements and wash off. Give hot compress and extract
blackheads/whiteheads, if required. Apply Oxygen Cream and massage for 10 to 15 minutes.
Wipe off the cream with moist cotton wool. Give Oxi rays for 2 to 3 minutes. Apply cold compress
with Sharose, using cotton wool pads soaked in chilled skin tonic. Apply Oxygen Mask on face
and neck. Leave on for 15 minutes and wipe off with moist cotton wool. Apply protective cover
with Shabase + Shamoist for normal to dry skin or Shabase + Shataj for normal to
oily/combination skin Shataj.

Complimentary hand and foot massage may be provided with the facial.
Ayurvedic Galvanic Facial & Eye Treatment
In the Ayurvedic Galvanic Facial, fruit and vegetable juices are used along with other
formulations. These are rich in vitamins, minerals and enzymes. The Galvanic gadget is used, by
which a steady, direct galvanic current is utilized, to introduce these water soluble substances
through the skin. It heightens the skin’s capacity to absorb and improves the penetration of the
products. It has a powerful nourishing and hydrating action on the skin, leaving it radiant and
youthful.

Products Required: Shacleanse, Veg Peel Pack, Moisture Plus, Potato Juice, Orange Juice,
Apple Juice, Cucumber Juice, Shasmooth, Shalife, Honey Facial Gel, Even Tone Gel, Sharose,
Shaclove. Shaweeds, Shabase, Shamoist / Shataj / Floral Youth Oil

Procedure: Cleanse with Shacleanse, applying it on the face and wiping off with moist cotton
wool. Apply Veg Peel Pack on face and neck. When it dries, dab with milk and rub gently with
circular movements. Wash off. Mix Potato Juice with Moisture Plus and apply, using Galvanic
Gadget (- tive current). Give hot compress and extract blackheads, if required. Use Orange Juice
and Apple Juice with Galvanic Gadget (+tive current). Apply Shasmooth around eyes and
massage for 5 minutes. Apply Shalife on face and neck and massage for 10 to 15 minutes, using
cold water to facilitate massage. Put Soothing Honey Facial Gel with Galvanic Gadget (+tive
current). Then apply Even Tone Gel around eyes with Cucumber Juice (+tive current). Give cold
compress with Sharose. Apply Shaclove on face and Shaweeds around eyes. Wipe off creams
with moist cotton wool after 10 minutes. Apply protective cover with Shabase + Shamoist for
normal to dry skin or Shabase + Shataj for normal to oily / combination skin, or Shabase + Floral
Youth Oil for extremely dry skin.

Complimentary hand and foot massage may be provided with the facial.

Pearl Facial
Based on Ayurveda, the Pearl Facial uses products which contain powder of pearls. Research
has revealed that pearls influence the transfer of melanin (natural pigment) to the skin surface,
filtering the sun’s rays and counteracting sun damage. Pearls also contain powerful nutritive
elements, like amino acids, minerals and proteins, which strengthen the skin and improve its
moisture retention ability. The facial gives way to a healthy radiant skin, with an even colour tone.

Products Required: Pearl Cream, Pearl Mask, Shatex, Shasmooth, Floral Youth Oil / Aroma
Carrier Oil, Shacleanse, Sharose, Shaweeds, Shabase, Shamoist / Shataj

Procedure: Cleanse face with Shacleanse for normal to dry skin or Sharose for oily and
combination skin. Apply Shatex on face and neck. When it dries, dab with milk and rub gently with
circular movements. Wash off. Apply Shasmooth around eyes and massage for 5 minutes. Apply
Floral Youth Oil or Aroma Carrier Oil on face and neck. Then, apply Pearl Cream and massage
for 15 minutes. Wipe off the cream with moist cotton wool. Extract blackheads and give high
frequency ozone, if required. Give cold compress with Sharose. Apply Pearl Mask on face and
neck, avoiding lips and area around eyes. Apply Shaweeds Mask around eyes. When the masks
are dry, wash off. Apply protective cover with Shabase + Shamoist for normal to dry skin or
Shabase + Shataj for normal to oily /combination skin

Complimentary hand and foot massage may be provided with the facial.
Scalp Treatment
The treatment has been clinically tested for the last three decades. It has been specially devised
and reinforced for the treatment of hair problems like dandruff and hair loss. It helps to stimulate
the follicles and create a germicidal environment, restoring health to the scalp and promoting
healthy hair growth.

Products Required: Shatone, Henna (optional)

Procedure: Give high frequency ozone treatment for 2 to 3 minutes all over the scalp. Then
apply Shatone on the scalp, using cotton wool. Give steam for 5 minutes or apply Henna for 45
minutes. Wash off.

Eye Treatment
The treatment is based on products which have been specially formulated for the delicate skin
around the eyes. They help to revitalize and nourish the skin, removing lines, wrinkles and dark
circles.

Products Required: Shacleanse, Shasmooth, Sharose, Shaweeds.

Procedure: Apply Shacleanse around eyes and wipe off gently with moist cotton wool. Apply
Shasmooth around eyes and massage for 5 minutes. Give high frequency ozone at the lowest
speed. Wipe off excess cream and give eye vibrator massage for 2 minutes. Give cold compress
with chilled Sharose. Apply Shaweed mask around the eyes, Leave on for 15 minutes and gently
wipe off with moist cotton wool.

Facials for all

Apart from the cleansing, nourishing and toning, a variety of facials for different skin
types has many advantages.
A FACIAL is a good way to soothe the nerves as the face goes through the cleansing, nourishing and
toning regime. "Facials improve blood circulation, tightens up face muscles, detoxifies and tones up,
removes dead cells and provides nourishment for the face," says cosmetologist Chetna Parikh at Chic Hair
&Beauty Salon, Amrutha Mall(Ph: 3412239). And the effect is the visible glow.

Youthful teenage skin does not require a facial though. A deep cleansing regime is advised in order to
avoid acne and pimples. In the case of regulars, the ideal frequency could be once a month facial, or twice,
if one if one is undergoing treatment for pimples. Different facials are designed for various skin types and
lifestyles, using a blend of creams, lotions, packs and oils.

One of the regular and popular do is the herbal facial where exotic herbs, saffron and other ingredients are
used.

Aroma facials use diverse oils such as peppermint, lemon, tea tree, and lavender. The facial helps in
conditions of scars, pigmentation and dark circles around eyes.

Special facials - gold and pearl containing pure metal gels provide instant glow and are recommended for
brides-to-be.

Non-surgical face-lift is one of the `look younger' facials that employ ayurvedic herbs and laser therapy to
tone the facial muscles and sagging skin.

Oxy-facials are the detoxifying facials for people on the move coming face-to-face with dust and grime, or
working on computers. This facial in essence gives oxygen to the skin.

Galvanic facial is a hi-tech treatment where electrodes help changing the dry or oily skin conditions to
normal.
Vegetable peel for scars and pigmentation is a specialised facial. The top layer of the skin is gently peeled.

Home facials in a jiffy

Begin with a cleansing cream, leaving it for one or two minutes so that grime and oil gets dissolved. Wipe
away with cotton wool.

Also you can use a little facial scrub to remove the dead skin cells. Oatmeal mixed with a few drops of rose
water makes a great scrub.

Next, massage with a suitable nourishing cream for 15-20 minutes with upward outward strokes putting
mild pressure on pulse points. Fresh cream with haldi makes an excellent cream.

For steaming, fill a bowl with boiling water. Lean over, covering your head with the towel in order to take
in the steam, face-on. Alternatively you can dip a face towel in hot water, squeeze dry and place it on the
face for a few seconds and repeat.

Try to take out the blackheads very mildly. Usually, professional help is advisable.

Choose an appropriate face mask/pack available in the market. Leave it on till dry or as per instruction on
the package. Any fruit pulp makes for an excellent pack. Papaya is good for oily skins. (There are several
masks available over-the-shelves from leading cosmetic brands.

Moisturising masks: Suitable for dry skins, boost moisture levels in the skin

Clay and mud masks: Excellent for oily skins, ideal way to shrink open pores and clear blemishes.

Exfoliating masks: Remove dead cells and skin surface debris leaving behind a fresh looking skin
Peel-off masks: For all skin types, de-clog pores and nourish the skin)

Rinse off the face pack with preferably warm water.

Run ice cube over, essential since it tightens the pores.

Apply a skin toner using cotton wool. Rose water is an excellent toner and refresher.

The area around the eye area is very delicate. Post-facial you can smooth the under eye area with a
nourishing eye cream that will help keep fine lines and wrinkles at bay.

"A home facial once a month is fine. Don't overdo it," cautions Chetana Parikh.

I WAS really overwhelmed with all the readers' response, e-mails, letters and telephone calls to my column.
I want to assure you that slowly and steadily, I am trying to cover as many aspects of beauty and nutrition
as I can. As promised, I am replying to some of the readers' questions this time. I have tried to pick those
queries which are most frequently asked. Do hope you find your answers in them.

Dear Rajeshwari,

Here is what you should do for your dry skin and blackheads:

*You should use a face wash as it will not remove your natural oils and not make your skin more dry. Try
Pond's Face wash or use glycerine soap like oil free Pears soap.

*Splash your face with water whenever you can.

*Drink 6 - 8 glasses of water daily. This provides the much needed moisture to the dry skin during the hot
and humid weather.

Home treatments:

Moisturiser for your dry skin: Mix ¾ cup rose water, ¼ cup of glycerine, 1 teaspoon of vinegar and ¼ tsp
of honey and keep it in a bottle. Use regularly for cleansing.

Nourishing mask:

Mash a banana and beat a teaspoon of vegetable oil (Sundrop). Brush on to the face and leave it on for 20
minutes till it dries. Then rinse off. This nourishing mask should be used once a week.

Some tips for dry skin:

* Do not use an astringent or a toner containing alcohol.

* Avoid the sun, harsh winds and hot baths i.e do not wash your face with hot water.

* Do not use medicated soap; use creamy and soft beauty soaps.
For your blackheads around the nose:

*Take 1 tsp of beauty grains or oatmeal and mix with rosewater. Rub the mixture gently on the skin with
special attention paid to your nose and problem areas. This will help to dislodge hardened sebum. Leave to
dry for a few minutes and then wash with cold water.

*For your moles, you must see a skin specialist. He will advise you how to remove them. Do not try to get
them removed any other way.

For the 15-year-old school girl from Chennai:

I am not going to disappoint you. Here are the answers to all your queries:

*For your dark knees and elbows:

-Every day take half a piece of lemon and rub on your knees and elbows. This will help to lighten them.

-To remove the dead skin which makes them look black, use the following beauty scrub once a week: Mix
besan (gram flour) with curd and apply on your elbows and knees; let it dry. Scrub in a circular motion and
wash with water.

-Mix ½ cup glycerine, ½ cup rosewater and store this in a bottle. Apply daily at night. This will soften your
elbows and knees.

For your dark circles:

Dark circles are due to 3 reasons: Heridity, Lack of sleep, stress and strain and Wrong diet.
Try the following to lighten the dark circles:

-Be sure you have 8 hours of your beauty sleep.

-Include a multivitamin with iron tablet in your diet. Eat at least one green leafy vegetable (keerai) a day.

-Make a powder of almonds in a mixie and store it in a bottle. Every morning, make a paste with milk and
apply around your eye; let it dry and wash with cold water.

-An excellent and very simple remedy is to gently dab around your eyes with a pad of absorbent cotton
soaked in warm tea.

(For the 25-year-old lady with dark circles, you can follow all the above treatments; but I do not
recommend galvanic treatment on a regular basis. You can continue your yoga classes).

-To make your eyebrows and eyelashes grow well, apply warm olive oil on them at night at least once a
week.

-For your broad, protruding forehead, your hairstyle recommended is as follows:

If you have short hair, get to full fringe or half a fringe cut in front. Even if you want to keep long hair, cut
a fringe in front. This will make your forehead look smaller.

Subash Chandra and Manian:

Treatment for pigmentation:

-You can use cosmetic creams, lotions available in the market - usually going by the name of fairness
creams. They normally contain anti-melanin production agents and exfoliating agents.

-Visit a professional salon and undergo 10 sittings of the Shanaz Hussain Vegetable peel treatment - this is
very effective.

Home remedies:

I have already mentioned in my earlier article. In case you have missed it, I am reproducing it again:

-Take two tablespoons of milk powder; add hydrogen peroxide (this is available with the Chemist) - use a
20-volume strength only). Add enough to make a paste and add a few drops of glycerine and apply to the
dark spots; leave it for 20 minutes and then rinse it off. After rinsing, if the skin feels dry, use a
moisturising lotion.

-Break a Vitamin E capsule and mix it with a few drops of castor oil and apply on deeply pigmented areas.

-Scrub for removing dead skin:

Crush 1 tsp of almonds and add 1 tsp of oatmeal. Mix this with 2 tsp of honey or milk; gently rub this
granule paste in a circular motion on your face for a few minutes. This will help to remove the dead skin.

For Manian:
-Try all the above remedies at least for a month. You may be suffering from a sluggish liver; so take 1
capsule of Livogen and 1 capsule of B-Complex vitamins every morning. This also helps a lot of people. If
your patches still increase, please see a skin specialist.

For Rema Sathish:

-You can use all the home remedies for pigmentation given above. They have no effect on any medication
you are taking. Besides the Salza vitamin tablet, I do recommend that you take a Livogen capsule.

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