Make Your Own Facial Scrubs and Cleansers
Make Your Own
There are some of us
who need something extra or something different than what is offered on the
market. It is a good idea to know what the different ingredients are that go
into a facial scrub or mask or any kind of product that you put on your face
does. A rule of thumb is that if you can eat it then it can be put on your
skin. At least that should be the way everything is made today.
Most things have an
oil or base to them. There are many kinds of bases that you can use. Almond
Oil, Grapeseed Oil, and most Vegetable and Nut Oils that you cook with can be
used.
You can also use Vegetable
Butters, such as Cocoa and Shea butters. These are solids and would be good in
facial creams.
You can also use these
for aromatherapy. When you make your own you can be sure that you know exactly
what you are putting on your face. There are many essential oils that do
different things that you can choose from. Peppermint, for one, will open pours
and cool the skin.
It is also easier to
make these and put them in decorative containers and give them as gifts. You
know what your friends and family likes and prefers.
Buying pre-made gifts can be very expensive.
Make your own and save money. Which is better? Most people that I know like
gifts that are home-made. I like them because it isn't just what ingredients or
products that go into it, it is the love that is put into making the finished
product. It is also better because you know what kinds of chemicals or
ingredients you are putting into you labor of love. Here are some great Facial
products that you can make yourself and with all natural ingredients. Get your
children involved and have a Party as you make these wonderful gifts. Everyone
enjoys saving money and making things to give. Enjoy!
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This makes enough for
a single use.
1 apricot - organic is
best
2 tablespoons finely
ground oatmeal
1 drop rose essential
oil
Directions:
Take out the seed of
the apricot and mash it up in a bowl.
Add the oatmeal and
blend well, then
add the rose essential
oil.
Rub the paste all over
your face, scrubbing gently around the nose and chin.
If there's any
leftover in the bowl, treat your hands to a hand mask!
Leave on for 10 minutes, then rinse well with
warm water. Gently pat skin dry with a towel.
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This is an excellent
recipe for clearing up acne.
Ingredients:
.75 oz. of jojoba oil
8 drops tea tree
essential oil
6 drops bergamot
essential oil ("bergaptene free" )
4 drops lavender
essential oil
Directions:
Mix the above oils to a clean bottle or jar.
Shake the container gently before each use. Apply this oil to the face every
evening, about one half hour before bed. The oil blend works best with massage.
When massaging, rub the oil into the face, being careful to work around any
cystic acne (massaging cystic acne may make it worse). To treat this type of
acne, massage the oil in a circular motion around the pimple. This will
increase blood circulation to the area and help to flush out the toxins. For
daytime use, these essential oils can also be mixed into a base of plain,
unscented skin creme (not lotion). Continue use of the oil even after the
skin has cleared up - adding a few drops of carrot oil to the original blend
can help reduce spotting caused by previous breakouts
An Exfoliating Fruit Mask for All Skin Types
Fruits contains
natural hydroxy acids (AHA) that make your skin smooth and soft while cleansing
it deeply.
AHAs are an important
ingredient in many skin creams and moisturizers because they help exfoliate the
skin. Increased exfoliation, or renewal of the skin cells, gives skin a
younger, more vibrant look. But exfoliation can also cause skin irritation, so
honey's natural moisturizing ability makes it a perfect accompaniment to any
AHA products.
Ingredients:
1/4 Mango
1/2 tsp. Lemon,
Grapefruit or Orange
Juice
2 drops of Lemon
Essential Oil
Directions:
Puree the mango in a blender and mix it in a
bowl with the juice of your choice. Add the essential oil. Apply on the entire
face and leaveit on for at least 10/15 minutes. Rinse well with tepid or warm
water. ***DO NOT go into direct sunlight after applying this mask. Citrus, like
any Vitamin C treatment, are skin sensitive and can cause pigmentation when in
contact with sunlight. It is best advised to use this mask at night.
You will need:
1 cup apple cider
vinegar
5 tablespoons rose
petals
4 tablespoons sage
leaves
3 tablespoons lavender
blossoms
2 tablespoons rosemary
3/4 cup rosewater
Directions:
Heat the vinegar and pour it over the herbs.
Place the mixture in a quart jar and cap it with a non metal lid. Shake daily
for ten days. Strain and add the rose water
Clay Mask For Oily Skin Types
Ingredients you will
need:
1 cup of lemongrass
8 cups of boiling
water
1/2 cup white clay
1 tablespoon of
peppermint extract (optional)
Directions:
Steep the lemongrass in water for 20 min.
cool, then stain. Place clay in shallow container. Mix in enough lemongrass
liquid to become paste-like. Apply mask to clean face allow it to dry. Rinse
with warm then cool water. Left-overs can be frozen or refrigerated.
Facial Scrub 1Basic Scrub:
1/4 C rolled oats
1/4 C powdered milk
(buttermilk or goats milk works great)
1 TBSP plain or sea
salt
Extras added to above:
1TBSP cornmeal (for
extra exfoliation)
1TBSP rose petal
powder
1TSP neem powder (for
problem skin)
Put all ingredients in food processor and
process until fine. Add fragrance/essential oils drop by drop while processing.
To Use: place TBSP amount in palm and wet (water/hydrosol/floral water) until
paste-like. Gently, massage into skin and rinse well. Note: I use this on my
skin daily and modify as needed. Other additives could be: powdered lemon or
orange peel, powdered lavender buds, etc.
Facial Scrub 2Sea Salt 1/8 cup
Oatmeal (the kind you
get in the grocery store is fine)
1/2 cup Unscented
Shower & Bath Gel 2 oz.
Bergamot essential oil
10 drops
Lemon essential oil 15
drops
Ylang Ylang essential
oil 5 drops
Directions:
To make the Facial Scrub mix all Ingredients
in a nonbreakable container, you will want to cut up your Oatmeal first in a
blender or something of that nature so the pieces are not so big. If you need
more of an exfolliant effect add some Whole Poppy Seeds
Facial Scrub 3Friday Night Facial
A once a week facial
is a wonderful treat for your skin. I have a very simple regimen for Friday
nights before bed. It's not as exciting as my Friday nights were when I was
younger, but my skin sure appreciates it more!
The Steps:
Cleanse: Use a gentle,
non-soap cleanser such as oatmeal or a mild soap. Rinse well and pat skin dry
with a clean towel.
Steam
Mask
Moisturize
A Couple of Masks
1. Green Clay
Mask
Tablespoon Green Clay
1/2 - 1 Tablespoon Water (enough to make a thin paste) Apply to face and allow
to dry then gently wash off
2. Honey, Vinegar
and Almond Mask
Use this mask for
facial toning and softening. Great for very dry skin.
2 tbls. honey
1/4tsp.vinegar 1/2 sweet almond oil
Heat honey until honey is soft and pliable.
Add oil and vinegar. Mix well until you have a smooth consistency. When it is
cool enough, apply to face. Leave on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse with warm
water
© Debra K. Allen
a.k.a Lady Guinevere
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