We all want to achieve that soft-glowing skin, because as far as we all know, having a healthy skin is a plus, not only for those who look but also for you to look good and feel better. But we can’t avoid the fact that we can’t avoid dirt, stress and other unpleasant factors that makes our skin look dull and pale.
To fix it, we often go to dermatologist to have recommended medicines, but still, that wasn’t enough. According to board-certified plastic surgeon Andrew Ordon, MD, defying your age means caring your skin naturally through these DIY recipes.
Prepare to get your skin glowing and looks younger than your real age.
1. Avocado-Honey Moisturizer
Ingredients:
3 tablespoons of fresh cream
1/4 avocado
1 tablespoon honey
Directions:
Place all three ingredients in a blender and puree into a smooth cream. Apply it to your skin and leave on for at least an hour. Rinse off with warm water.
2. Wrinkle-Fighting Salad
Ingredients:
1/2 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup fresh strawberries
1 kiwi, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
1/2 cup organic orange juice
1 handful of chopped walnuts
Directions:
Combine first four ingredients in a small bowl. Pour the orange juice over the mixture and sprinkle with the walnuts.
3. Acne Spot Treatment
Ingredients:
Brewer’s Yeast
A squeeze of lemon juice
Water
Directions:
Make a paste using a little bit of brewer’s yeast, a squeeze of lemon juice, and a bit of water. Apply right on your blemish and leave for 10 minutes, cover with a bandage.
4. Basil Toner
Ingredients:
3 tablespoons dried basil leaves
1 cup boiling water
Directions:
Crush up the dried basil leaves and mix them into a cup of boiling water. Once the mixture cools, strain out the leaves, put it in a spray bottle and spritz your skin. Use a cotton ball or pad to spread the toner gently around your face. Do this daily before cleansing.
5. Lemon-Agave Age Spot Fighter
Ingredients:
1/2 cup cooked rice
1 tablespoon agave nectar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Directions:
Mix together the above ingredients and blend well. Apply the mixture to dry hands, move the scrub around your hands in circular motions on the backs of your hands with firm but gentle pressure for one to two minutes. You can also rub this rice on the palms of the hands to soften calluses.
6. Almond-Sugar Facial Scrub
Ingredients:
3 tablespoons of fresh cream
1 cup of white sugar
1/2 cup of brown sugar
1/2 cup of ground almonds
2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions:
Mix all ingredients well. Apply to dry face in a circular motion Wash your face off with warm water, followed by cold water. Pat your face dry. Place in a jar and store in your refrigerator for future use.
7. Coconut Deep Conditioner
Ingredients:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 teaspoon coconut extract
Directions:
Mix ingredients together, apply and cover your scalp with a plastic wrap (like Saran Wrap). Leave on for 20 to 30 minutes, then rinse hair thoroughly.
8. Java Lip Exfoliator
Ingredients:
1/2 teaspoon of moisturizing lotion (such as Olay’s Active Hydrating Body Fluid)
1/4 teaspoon fresh coffee grounds
1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
Directions:
Mix well in a bowl. Apply to entire mouth area and massage around for five minutes. Wipe clean with a warm wet washcloth.
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