Natural Skin Care Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is made by crushing fresh apples and allowing them to ferment. The best quality apple cider vinegar is made with organic apples that are allowed to mature in wooden barrels. Apple cider vinegar should be slightly cloudy, and have a rich amber color.

Apple cider vinegar boosts the immune system, reduces inflammation and fights bacterial infections. It can be used internally and externally in a natural skin care recipe to benefit the skin. 

There are many reasons to use apple cider vinegar externally:

It is rich in  alpha hydroxy acids which helps to dissolve fatty deposits on the skin.  Because of the high amount of alpha hydroxy acid, apple cider vinegar can also be used to lighten sun spots and age spots.

Apple cider vinegar contains natural enzymes, vitamins A, B and C, as well as beta carotene, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, iron, silicon, boron and pectin.

Apple cider vinegar can be used to treat acne since it is a natural anti-inflammatory and has antibacterial properties.

Apple cider vinegar is also used to treat sunburn, psoriasis and other itchy skin conditions. It is also used to treat fungal infections, warts and skin tags.

Before using in any natural skin care recipe, it is recommended that you should do a skin test to make sure your skin is not too sensitive for straight vinegar. Place a small dab of vinegar on your neck for 15 minutes. If you get a negative reaction, you can dilute the vinegar in a 50/50 dilution using  water, or mix three (3) parts water to one(1)  part vinegar and test again.

Here is a basic skin toner recipe for you to try.

1/2 cup distilled water

1/2 cup apple cider vinegar

Optional: add a drop of lavender oil

Shake the mixture. Preserve in glass bottle or container with a lid.  Apply to skin using a cotton ball, or directly to an acne breakout with a Q-tip.

Leave on face for 20 minutes and rinse off with warm water. To clear up acne,  do this 2-3 times a day for best results.

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Natural Skin Care Treatments with Alpha and Beta Hydroxy

ALPHA HYDROXY, BETA HYDROXY And POLYHYDROXY ACID

              ANTI-AGING SKIN CARE FROM HOME

Skin care products that are on the market today contain Alpha Hydroxy or

Beta Hydroxy Acids and are usually somewhat expensive. They are all the rage since they were launched in the 1980’s.You can achieve the same benefits that are found in these expensive creams using all natural anti-aging skin care from home.

Alpha Hydroxy is primarily derived from fruit and milk products. They work by speeding up the loss of dead skin cells and thinning the stratum corneum (the outer layer of the epidermis).  In the process they create a tingling sensation. The key mechanism of AHA’s is setting off a wound-healing response in the lower dermis, which triggers increased collage production and has a visible anti-wrinkle effect.

The combination of fewer wrinkles, smoother skin, and fresher color can produce a remarkable change in your skin, sometimes in only a few days.

Many exfoliating products now contain PHA’s (Polyhydroxy Acid). They have been chemically modified to be gentler.  Beta Hydroxy, such as salicylic acid, are cousins of AHA but more oil soluble. They are also stronger, more irritating and not as widely used.

Salicylic Acid is a type of Beta Hydroxy (commonly found in acne treatment creams). It penetrates your pores and gets beneath the sebum and dissolves and exfoliates dead skin cells.

 A simple recipe for an effective mask for acne-prone skin is: 

             Mix honey and aloe vera together.  Crush and dissolve an aspirin tablet
             and add to honey and aloe vera.

            Apply to skin for approx. 10-20 minutes. 

This mask helps to exfoliate the skin, soothes painful pimples and de-plugs any blackheads.

A great recipe for a mask for mature skin is:

              1 teaspoon honey

              A few drops of orange juice

Mix the two together well.  Spread the mixture over entire face, even around the eyes and mouth. 

Leave on for approx. 20 minutes.  Remove with warm water.

If used regularly, it can stave off those fine lines that appear as we get older.

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Natural Skin Care Recipes With Green Tea

Scientific studies have showed that green tea is as beneficial on the inside as it is on the outside of the body.

 Green tea can boost the skin in so many ways, and one of the greatest benefits is younger looking skin.   Green tea has a mixture of potent antioxidants which fight skin damage caused by free radicals, and have anti-inflammatory properties.

 Some of the benefits of green tea are as follows:

Green tea reduces sun damage and makes sunscreens more effective (however, there is no U.V. protection directly in the green tea)

Green tea helps prevent the signs of aging

Green tea helps prevent skin cancer

Green tea has antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that can be used to treat psoriasis, rosacea, warts and acne

Green tea increases elasticity when used continuously and helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles

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Here is one basic recipes to get you started on using green tea in your natural skin care routine.

 

  1 Cup water

1       chamomile tea bag

1        green tea bag

Steep the tea bags in the one cup water.  Let cool.  Apply to face with cotton ball.  Do not rinse off.  Do this faithfully at least once every day and watch the years disappear.

Note:  Mixture can be kept for around 3-4 days and then make a fresh batch.

Beware if you go to purchase a skin care product that claims to have green tea as an ingredient.  It may have a slight amount,  however , make sure to read all ingredients to make sure there are not other chemicals added that may hurt your skin.  Always make sure to read labels carefully when making a purchase.

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Yogurt On The Face Equals Beautiful Skin

Yogurt is loaded with zinc, calcium, Vitamin B1, B2, B6 and B-12. It also contains protein and yeast.

It aids in digestion, immune function and weight control. 

In natural skin care recipes, yogurt has many benefits.                        

Yogurt can be used alone, or you can blend it with other natural ingredients right in your own kitchen.  Whether you consume yogurt in a food product or beverage, or on your skin, make sure you are using with live active cultures in order to get the full benefits.  When using yogurt on the skin, use only plain yogurt, not flavored , and remove all make-up before starting.  

Externally, lactic acid and enzymes in yogurt help to hydrate the sooth the skin.  Yogurt has been a mainstay of skin care in Greece for hundreds of years. Several products today on the market take advantage of yogurt’s effects on the skin when used  externally.

Shown  below are a few basic yogurt recipes for you to try.  It’s just this easy to have radiant, glowing skin !

Yogurt recipes for dry skin  - ½ cup plain yogurt,  1 tablespoon olive oil, 1-1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice. (fresh lemon juice can be omitted if you desire)

Mix all the ingredients together and apply to face for 10-15 minutes. Rinse off well with warm water.

Protein mask -  1 egg white, 1 tablespoon yogurt, 1 teaspoon honey.

Mix all ingredients together and apply to face. Leave on for approximately 10-15minutes. This is great for cleansing, toning and moisturizing all at once.

To eliminate pimples – mix some brewers  yeast with plain yogurt and apply it to the face.

To whiten skin – Mix one tablespoon yogurt with one tablespoon honey.  Apply to clean skin for approximately 20 minutes. Rinse off well with warm water.

Healthy glowing skin -  Mix two tablespoons of yogurt with a few drops of all natural orange juice. Leave on face approximately 15-20 minutes and rinse well with warm water.

Always remember  - if you are allergic to any of these ingredients do not attempt these recipes.

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Banana and Honey Natural Skin Care Recipes

NATURAL SKIN CARE: - THE BEST IN BANANA AND HONEY

One of my very, very favorite natural skin care ingredient is banana.  There is nothing that makes your skin look super -radiant quicker than a banana honey mask.

So what’s so great about banana and honey?

Let’s start with the benefits of the banana.  Bananas contain vitamin C which helps in deep cleansing of the skin.  It also helps in preventing inflammatory diseases. The banana peel helps in healing wounds , scars and blemishes. The banana peel is great for deep cleansing and contains essential oils to help moisturize and nourish the skin. Banana skin can also be used to exfoliate dead skin cells, dirt and bacteria in the skin.

The antioxidants in banana helps in removing and neutralizing the bad effects of free radials.   

Bananas help in soothing the skin from damaging ultraviolet rays from the sun, and pollutants, and nourishes the skin with potassium and calcium.

Banana can also reduce fine lines and wrinkles. They help diminish their appearance and prevent new lines from forming. The vitamin C and other antioxidants in banana help increase circulation in the skin and boost collagen production.

Bananas are effective in the treatment of blemishes. The potassium in the banana suffocates the bacteria in the cells helping blemishes heal quicker. Bananas are also effective in treating Eczema and Psoriasis.

Okay, so you see the benefits of banana in skin care. Now, what’s the benefit of honey ?

As impressive as banana is in natural skin care, honey is it’s equal. 

Honey’s natural antioxidants and anti-microbial properties help protect the skin from damaging UV rays, and supports the skin’s ability to rejuvenate and refresh depleted skin.  

Honey is loaded with helpful, natural vitamin B1, B2, B5, B6 and C. It’s natural minerals include magnesium, potassium, sodium chlorine, sulfur, iron, phosphate, copper, iodine and zinc.

Honey is also used in the treatment of minor acne.

Honey moisturizes the skin. It is a natural humectant.  A humectant is an item or substance that attracts moisture and keeps it locked inside. Even people with oily skin can benefit from honey.

Honey also promotes wound healing. It can prevent and heal infection due to its anti- microbial properties.

Put the two together and you have a  powerful, natural  anti-aging solution that will produce beautiful results at any age.

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OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION IN NATURAL SKIN CARE

One of the hottest natural additives today that is now being added into everything from hand sanitizers to laundry soap is, ironically, something that has already been used for centuries. This substance is the Aloe Vera plant.

Most americans keep the aloe vera plant in their homes to aid in soothing burns and healing cuts. But what many people don't know is that aloe vera's healing properties go way beyond that.  This miracle plant can also help control acne, psoriasis, frostbite and blisters and help maintain healthy beautiful skin.

Also vera also contains a large amount of phytosterols,  which are plant lipids that help improve skin elasticity eliminating he effects of scarring and wrinkles.  Aloe vera gel also has moisturizing properties and also possesses the ability to oxygenate the skin tissue helping it heal faster. This little plant also contains 200 other active biological agents including gycerol, Vitamin E and Zinc.

Clinical studies have also shown whole leaf aloe vera, taken internally or externally, have a positive affect on the following conditions:

Abrasions  Colds  Herpes simplex & zoster Staph infections Acne  Colic Menstrual cramps & irregularity Ulcerations Allergies  Denture (gum) sores  Nausea  Burns  Epstein-Barr virus Chronic fatigue

Hypertension  Stings Actinic keratoses  Constipation  Infections  Sunburns Ulcerative colitis Arthritis  Dermatitis  Parasites (especially protozoan infections) Vaginitis Radiation dermatitis  Warts Viral infections

AIDS  Contusions  Insect bites  Tendinitis Allergic reactions (reversal of anaphalaxis) Dandruff  Boils  Diabetes  Peptic & duodenal ulcers Varicose veins Bruises  Edema  Psoriasis

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Three Reasons to Use Pumpkin To Reduce Wrinkles

Pumpkin isn’t just great to eat in the fall or around thanksgiving time – it’s a great ingredient to your natural skin care recipes all year round. 

There are many important benefits that pumpkin has to offer, but the most beneficial are:

** Pumpkin is naturally hydrating WITHOUT leaving an oily residue. It is safe to use on oily skin or acne-prone skin.

** Pumpkin is rich in Vitamin A, C and zinc and contains anti-aging properties.

** Pumpkin reduces lines and wrinkles

Here’s a sample of some basic pumpkin natural skin care recipes for you to try and see the results for yourself.

BASIC MASK:

2 teaspoon canned pureed pumpkin

½ teaspoon honey

¼ teaspoon heavy whipping crème

This is great to hydrae dry skin.  Mix all ingredients and leave on face for 10-15 minutes.

Honey is a humectants that hydrates, tones and tightens skin, and the heavy whipping crème contains natural lactic acid to exfoliate the skin. All three work together in harmony to give you awesome looking skin.

Alternative mask for oily skin:

Use ¼ teaspoon apple cider (high in alpha hydroxyl acid ) OR  ¼ teaspoon cranberry juice (high in antioxidants)  added to the pumpkin and honey mixture.  Mix all ingredients and leave on 10-15 minutes.

HOW ABOUT AN EXFOLIATING PUMPKIN MASK:

3 tablespoons pumpkin puree

1-2 teaspoons brown sugar

Squirt of honey

Mix ingredients  and leave on face for 10-15 minutes

Brown sugar added to the pumpkin puree and honey give you a great exfoliating mask.  Granulated sugar and brown sugar are wonderful exfoliants.

ENJOY !

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