Commercial cosmetics are usually expensive and contain many different substances – any of which might cause an allergic reaction. Here are some relatively simple and inexpensive suggestions for making your own skin products. Generally, these cause few adverse reactions and at least you know all the contents if you’ve found it necessary to avoid a particular ingredient.
Cleaning the face
Olive Oil
Olive Oil removes eye makeup as well as being a cleanser. Tissue off, then wash the face with warm water. Almond, linseed or any edible oil may be used in the same way but don’t let the oil get in your eyes.
Buttermilk
Buttermilk is especially refreshing. Use in the same way as you would any cleanser. Keep refrigerated.
Steam Facial
Make string tea using chamomile flowers, cover and let it stand a few minutes. Take the lid off and hold your face about 30 cm from the pot with a large towel over your head.. Do this for 3-4 minutes; then repeat. To finish, splash your face with cold water or mineral water.
Other herbs can be used for this purpose, for example thyme, rosemary, lavender, lemon grass. Use the leaves and flowers of these.
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1 comment:
I do combine olive oil with sugar and massage it on my face. It's really good and refreshing.
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