Homemade Facial Skin Care Recipes
In today’s beauty-conscious society, women have so many options to choose from when it comes to the means of looking physically perfect. They can choose in the variety of treatments and products that promise appealing, yet oftentimes superficial, beauty benefits.
But you see, you don’t really need to spend a lot of money just to have a smooth and flawless skin. Availing different kinds of treatments and beauty products to make your skin look healthier and younger is very expensive, especially if your budget is only limited.
Why spend thousands of dollars in conventional beauty enhancement regimen when you can pamper yourself with natural skin care treatments at the comfort of your home?
Homemade skin care treatments as an alternative beauty regimen
If you are one of the gals who enjoy using natural concoctions as an alternative for expensive facial treatments and products, then homemade skin care is a perfect beauty option for you. Apart from the fact that homemade skin treatments are inexpensive compared to the ones offered at spas and salons, these treats are also safe and easy to do.
It is also actually fun doing this type of beauty regimen, especially if you try it with friends. Homemade beauty treats also save you a lot of time as you no longer need to go to the salon or spa for skin care treatments.
Must-try homemade skin care recipes
So if you haven’t tried any homemade skin care treatment before, the following are some of the widely known natural skin care recipes that are worth checking out:
1. Facial mask – cucumber/honey/oatmeal
For a must-try natural skin care moisturizer, one of the most popular homemade treat is the facial cucumber/honey/oatmeal mask. What you need are the following ingredients:
One to two teaspoons of uncooked oatmeal
One tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil
Lockdown has a lot to answer for when it comes to skin bugbears. Among the wide range of contributing factors are stress, anxiety and changes to our daily routines but, for many, there's one clear solution: a good skincare regime.
We're spoiled for choice when it comes to effective skincare. But with a little more time on our hands, it seems lots of us are ditching those failsafe products and turning our attention to homemade skincare recipes.
According to Cult Beauty, Google searches for DIY face masks in particular have increased by % since lockdown began. Oatmeal face masks are particularly popular, while pantry items such as honey and yogurt, and ingredients like charcoal and aloe vera, have also garnered interest.
Head to social media, and you'll spot countless beauty lovers sharing their stories and recipes, whipping up everything from cleansers to lip scrubs using kitchen cupboard staples. But as fun as it may be, does DIY skincare actually make a difference?
Is it safe? And what do the experts think about the burgeoning trend? Here's everything they want you to know about making your own natural skincare at home.
Why is everyone making their own skincare right now?
We're looking to beauty as a form of self-care in lockdown, say both Robinson, skin expert and founder and Sarah Murrell of By Sarah London. "I've always found the process of crafting something by hand like a meditative practice,' says Sarah.
"It's a great way to channel energies. With so many of us spending hours a day in front of a screen or glued to our smartphones, there is something quite magical in making something with your hands to encourage a deeper sense of connection.
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