Some of the most cost effective and naturally beneficial skin care for all skin types can be made from ingredients you can typically find in your own pantry. Some of my favorites include:
Skin Care for Dry Skin
- 1 banana, mashed
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ¼ cup plain yogurt
Leave this combination on for 20 minutes and rinse with cool water.
A Firming Toner for Aging Skin
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups purified water
Paint this mixture onto your face and neck and let dry.
A Calming Milk Mask for Rosacea or Red, Irritated Skin
- Vitamin D milk
- 2-3 drops rose oil, optional
Soaking a clean cloth the milk until fully saturated. Optionally, add in rose oil for added aroma and more calming effects. Wring out the cloth lightly, being careful not to remove too much of the milk. Lay the cloth over your face and let it sit for 10-15 minutes. Rinse your face with cool water.
Brightening for Oily Skin
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 2 tablespoons flour
- A few drops honey
- ¼ cup plain yogurt
- ½ a small lemon, juiced
Mix together the ingredients and leave on the skin for 15-20 minutes. Then rinse face with cool water.
Brightening for Dry Skin
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 2 tablespoons flour
- A few drops honey
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, almond oil, or olive oil
Mix together the ingredients and leave on the skin for 15-20 minutes. Then rinse face with cool water.
A Gentle Exfoliant
- ½ cup hot water
- ⅓ cup oatmeal
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 small egg
Mix ingredients together. Apply a thin layer to the face with a brush, and let it sit for 10-15 minutes. Rinse with warm water, moving your hands in circular motions to gently exfoliate. Use this mask once a week to remove dead surface cells.
