I have been using brand name cosmetics and beauty products for about 15 years. I must admit I loved it. It was something I did for me. I am not the kind of person who does anything for "Me" so this was a switch. However with the economy in the shape it is in now and jobs being lost everyday at an alarming rate I am going back to making my own skin care products.
These are a few that I have made in the past and I know work for me:
I have dry skin
Olive oil is a powerful moisturizer that doesn't clog pores. It's particularly good for hands, feet, and lips, but use it wherever you are dry or chapped. Get the best quality you can of extra virgin contains the most skin-protecting antioxidants, and a little goes a long way.
Honey is a natural antiseptic that heals and hydrates. In addition to producing a healthy glow, it inhibits infection and reduces inflammation. Dark is better than light, and the raw (unprocessed) kind is best of all. If you have a neighbor with a bee hive that is the best place to get it. My family has honeybees so it is easy for me to get it.
Salt helps to open pores, exfoliates dead skin cells, and discourages bacteria. I use Epsom Salts but many people use sea salt. Salt makes a great scrub & for soaking.
Gentle Foaming Cleanser
3 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp lemon juice, apple cider vinegar (for oily skin), or plain yogurt (dry skin)
1/2 tsp water (1 tsp if using yogurt)
1. In a small bowl or cup add water to baking soda
2. Then add lemon juice, vinegar, or yogurt and stir;
3. The mixture will foam up. Wet face and gently massage in mixture.
4. Rinse well with lukewarm water.
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Comments: 27
Connie, I've been using olive oil for a long time, and like it. Didn't know about the others, but will use them. Thanks for the recipe.
Thanks for sharing these, especially the recipe.
These are great to know, thank you
Wow, Connie, this is really great information! Do you happen to have any recipes for easy-to-make body scrubs (either salt or sugar)? I'd love to be able to make my own, as they're sooo excpensive at the store (I shop at Bath & Body Works......love their stuff soooo much, but it is rather pricey!)!!!!!
Yes I make mine from Olive Oil and sugar. You can add a drop of essential oil to make it smell nice or you can add drop of Tea Tree Oil (You can find this at your pharmacy) it is a disinfectant and deordorizer. Just scoop out what you want and scrub. The problem is that it makes the tub REALLY SLICK. I put a towel in the tub to stand on then. It makes your skin feel so soft.
Thanks, Connie.
Good to know, I have ocasional outbreaks too. I think most of this stuff is handy because it's already there.
I use miracle whip for my sammies but I aquired a jar of mayo made with Evoo and I bet this would make a good conditioner! It is just sitting there anyway!
I like to make my own face scrubs using olive oil and other stuff depending on what I have on hand.
Thanks for sharing! This is awesome!
Thanks Connie
these are some great ideas! Thanks!
these are great--thanks.
I use Olive oil on my face and epsecially the neck area, works great.
What a great post, thanks so much!
Interesting. What about for oily skin? I have very oily skin on my face.
Oatmeal!
I used to have super oily skin and I always have trouble finding a skin scrub that isn't either too harsh or so mild it clogs my pores.
I like Rosewater for a final face wash and to invigorate.
I've been reading a lot lately about using stuff from the kitchen for skin care: pineapple, sea salt, essential oils, etc.
Not only are they cheaper, but they are better for you!
it sounds odd to be putting oil on my face but sounds like many other use and like it
Great tips Connie. I have used one or two of these in the past.
thanks Connie!
Sounds great - I use olive oil to condition my hair too!
Crisco also works well to seal in moisture and on lips.