At-home Skin/Bodycare Recipes

Kuuipo

Kuuipo

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Glycerin does work, it is added to a lot of cosmetics to give them "slip". It also is non comedogenic.
I mix my aspirin mask w/ eggwhite. Careful with the honey-don't use it if you are allergic to bees.
MCCain's coarse Irish oatmeal is a kick ass exfoliater. It's also a great thing to eat to keep your intestines nice and healthy.
 
girloflowers

girloflowers

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i make a fantastic body scrub using:

Rice
Sea Salt
Brown Sugar
raw Sugar

grind in a spice grinder (but don't make it too fine!)
put into an airtight jar... Oh and the amounts vary, make sure rice is the dominant ingredient though.

anyway, scrub on any really dry areas of skin whilst in the shower or bath, leave on for 30 seconds and then rinse off. voila! soft skin! make sure not to get any water into the jar!

you can also put almonds in but use it quickly if you do so that they don't go bad
 
sharkbytes

sharkbytes

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Instead of dissolving aspirin in water for the aspirin mask, I dissolve them in Witch Hazel, which is about 2-3 dollars for a huge bottle at the pharmacy. Witch Hazel is an amazing natural toner, and it helps with redness.
 
christal24

christal24

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for inflammation, eczema rashes, or just dryness I use 1:1 mix of cinnamon and honey. It really hydrates and clears the wounds right up. I leave it on for hrs when I get a rash. But you can just leave on for like 15 mins. Wash off with warm water and then your face is super soft!

If your using it cuz you have a rash then leave it on for longer, initial feeling=stinging and urge to take it off, DON'T this means its working and that your fluid wounds are mixing with the honey releasing H+ acting as an antiseptic.
 
smellyocheese

smellyocheese

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Originally Posted by christal24
for inflammation, eczema rashes, or just dryness I use 1:1 mix of cinnamon and honey. It really hydrates and clears the wounds right up. I leave it on for hrs when I get a rash. But you can just leave on for like 15 mins. Wash off with warm water and then your face is super soft!

If your using it cuz you have a rash then leave it on for longer, initial feeling=stinging and urge to take it off, DON'T this means its working and that your fluid wounds are mixing with the honey releasing H+ acting as an antiseptic.

ooh!! I should try that! I used to use that mixture for acne scars... it kinda didn't work too well.
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perhaps it'll work on my eczema!
 
ShauntyXD

ShauntyXD

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For a nice facial mask:
1/4c baby oatmeal or just small instant oatmeal
2 tbsp coconut milk or regular milk
1 tbsp honey
1/8c sugar
*flour if it's not thick enough

mix it all together, massage into your face an let sit for 5-10 mins
This mask should be applied at least twice a week for full effectiveness. It makes your skin amazingly soft and smoother for makeup application.

Note: the portions i have given aren't rly exact, i usually just add things as i see fit. just make sure the mask is thick enough to stay on your face; you may need to take away some liquids or add more...

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DixieHellcat

DixieHellcat

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Originally Posted by jezzy
I sometimes add baking soda to my shampoo to remove the product build up from my hair.

Me too! My hairdresser told me about it.

I read an article online about a Pepto Bismol mask--it said it has the same salycylic acid as expensive facial peels, but since it includes ingredients to buffer the stomach, it's much gentler to your face. So I tried it the other night & it really worked! I just patted it all over my clean face with a cotton ball, let it sit for 3 or 4 minutes til it started to dry & get tight, then washed it off with soap and a soft washcloth...awesome! My skin felt amazingly soft and smooth with no dull dead skin look.
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I wouldn't do it every day, but for me twice a week should do the trick.
 
hollytron

hollytron

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A lot of these sound fantastic, but what the heck does aspirin do exactly to the skin? I mean, most of the stuff is self-explanatory (strawberries contain the highest amount of vitamin C, a great antioxident for the skin, etc.), but I don't think I'm getting the aspirin.
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Also, I have eczema really, really, really, supremely bad in the late winter/early spring. My body I keep under control with a medicated cream my doctor gives me, but I CAN NOT use that on my face... I am totally gonna try some of these with high hopes! My blotchy, itchy, flaky skin needs your help!!
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hollytron

hollytron

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Originally Posted by frocher
Aspirin is salicylic acid, same thing as in many blemish treatments without all the added gunk, far cheaper as well.
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That makes sense; I hardly break out (T-Zone occasionally), let alone the tricks of the trade to treat these. I do however get razor bumps pretty easily.
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Do you think that some variant involving aspirin and natural ingredients may help the bikini line if used after shaving?
 
frocher

frocher

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Originally Posted by hollytron
That makes sense; I hardly break out (T-Zone occasionally), let alone the tricks of the trade to treat these. I do however get razor bumps pretty easily.
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Do you think that some variant involving aspirin and natural ingredients may help the bikini line if used after shaving?

It could. Here are the ingredients for Tend Skin: Isopropyl Alcohol, Water (reverse osmosis), Propylene Glycol, Acetylsalicylate, Glycerin, Cyclomethicone

Aspirin is the fourth ingredient. It's basically a solution of rubbing alcohol, purified water, aspirin, and a few extras added to make it feel good on the skin. If you are going to experiment with it try small batches and test patch, especially in that area!!!!
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Good luck!
 
smh28

smh28

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I use a few tablespoons of liquid honey and 3 or 4 aspirin softened with a few drops of water. Mixed together and applied to my face for half an hour. I love it. You get the benefits of the honey and the aspirin, and when you wash it off with a face cloth the aspirin acts as a great exfoliant. Love this. I do it once a week and my skin has never been better.
 
nshoren

nshoren

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Here are some I have read/heard about recently:

Fade Cream (lighten age spots and sun damaged upper chest) - Mix the juice of 1 lemon, 1 lime, 2 tablespoons of honey, and 2 ounces of plain yogurt. Gently massage into each spot. Use at least once a week.

Cellulite - Copy the expensive herbal wraps offered by top spas. Mix 1 cup of corn oil with 1/2 cup of grapefruit juice and 2 teaspoons dried thyme. Massage into hip and thigh area. Cover with plastic wrap to lock in body heat. For extra results, lay a heating pad over each area for about 5 minutes.

Sunburn - Add some baking soda to your bath. Or instant oatmeal.

Glowing skin - Combine a cup of instant milk powder with 3 drops of almond oil. Add this to your bath. Soak for at least 15 minutes, then using a coarse wash cloth or loofah, rub vigorously to exfoliate dead skin.

Preventing and treating stretch marks - wheat germ oil (available in health food stores)

Face mask for sensitive skin - Apply Pepto-Bismol straight from the bottle with a cotton swab. Allow it to dry and rinse with cool water.

Revitalize and nourish your skin - Soak whole dried beans or lentils overnight. Mash and add a small amount of honey. Apply over face and neck. Leave it on for about 5 minutes and rinse.

Oily Skin Mask - Mash up a ripe tomato and leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water.

Firming Mask - Mash up a ripe banana. Add just enough honey to make a soft pulp. Apply over face.
 
sunshine16

sunshine16

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Also, I have eczema really, really, really, supremely bad in the late winter/early spring. My body I keep under control with a medicated cream my doctor gives me, but I CAN NOT use that on my face... I am totally gonna try some of these with high hopes! My blotchy, itchy, flaky skin needs your help!!
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Not sure if you've heard of this before, but i used to get eczama as a kid, and a great remedy is buying some knee-high stockings, filling them with about 1/2-1 CUP of oatmeal, and taking it in the bath with you.. when it's wet you can squeeze it and a sort of milk will come out it's sooooooo soothing on eczama, not sure about the face.. but it is just oatmeal, so i really don't see why not
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HTH, eczama is a horrible thing to have, so uncomfy!!
 
AllisonWeaver

AllisonWeaver

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Originally Posted by Krystle
I just tried the aspirin mask last night and it rocked!! I talked DH into doing it with me and we were both impressed
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All it is is: 8-10 uncoated aspirin and enough water for them to dissolve in. PUt it on...leave it for 20-30 min. and voila
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My face was soooo smooth afterwards.

Please be careful with this. Doctors/medical professionals are warning people not to do this mask. The medication is absorbed through your skin, and you can be taking too much in, easily.
 
sharkbytes

sharkbytes

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More tips for eczema: Try using grapeseed oil! It worked wonders for me. Just apply a little bit to the affected area daily. Also, this isn't a "home recipe" but there is a product called Eczema no more that's a combination of oils that really does the trick. I don't remember where I bought it, but I remember seeing it on amazon, of all places.
 
Almost black.

Almost black.

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Quote:
Originally Posted by Krystle
I just tried the aspirin mask last night and it rocked!! I talked DH into doing it with me and we were both impressed
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All it is is: 8-10 uncoated aspirin and enough water for them to dissolve in. PUt it on...leave it for 20-30 min. and voila
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My face was soooo smooth afterwards.

You must be really careful with this method cause it can be also quite agressive and it shouldn't be used often.
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