Redness Relief
Cucumber Cooler-Grab a cucumber from the fridge and slice it into thin slices. Lie down and carefully place them on your face. The cucumber will reduce redness and swelling and calm any sensitivities.
Ice Device-If you ever get out of the shower and are pretty red or notice that your proes appear large, try this: Soak a washcloth in an ice bath for a few minutes. Take the washcloth out, wring out the cxess water; and lay the cloth across your face for about five minutes. You'll notice that your skin instantly looks much healthier and more refreshed. The cool temperature will also help close down pores and tighten the capillaries that cause redness.
-Exerpt from Complexion Perfection written by Kate Somerville
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Sunday, February 19, 2012
At Home Remedies
Lighteners and Brighteners
First, homemade treatments can be very effective. Just remember: whenever you use natural ingredients or ingredients from your fridge, you should always do a little patch test on your skin first. This way, you'll make sure that you aren't too sensitive and won't react with an allergy or irritation.
Aspirin Treatment-Aspirin contains acetylsalicylic acid, a salicylic-acid derivative. Salicylic acid is a very useful ingredient in combating acne, and it can also lighten pigmentation over time. If you have those issues, why not try this treatment once a week?
Heat up a few teaspoons of water. Add two whole aspirin tablets to the water, mash with a spoon, and mix thoroughly. Massage the mixture on to the skin and leave on for about five minutes. Repeated use of this treatment will lighten and brighten the skin over time.
Strawberry Swipe-Cut a large strawberry in half lengthwise. Take a fork and poke at the flesh a little to awaken and release the juices. Swipe the strawberry across your face, and massage the juice in a bit, using small circles. Leave it on for about two minutes and then rinse off with water. Strawberry juice contains natural skin lighteners that brighten spots over time.
--Exerpt from Complexion Perfection written by Kate Somerville
First, homemade treatments can be very effective. Just remember: whenever you use natural ingredients or ingredients from your fridge, you should always do a little patch test on your skin first. This way, you'll make sure that you aren't too sensitive and won't react with an allergy or irritation.
Aspirin Treatment-Aspirin contains acetylsalicylic acid, a salicylic-acid derivative. Salicylic acid is a very useful ingredient in combating acne, and it can also lighten pigmentation over time. If you have those issues, why not try this treatment once a week?
Heat up a few teaspoons of water. Add two whole aspirin tablets to the water, mash with a spoon, and mix thoroughly. Massage the mixture on to the skin and leave on for about five minutes. Repeated use of this treatment will lighten and brighten the skin over time.
Strawberry Swipe-Cut a large strawberry in half lengthwise. Take a fork and poke at the flesh a little to awaken and release the juices. Swipe the strawberry across your face, and massage the juice in a bit, using small circles. Leave it on for about two minutes and then rinse off with water. Strawberry juice contains natural skin lighteners that brighten spots over time.
--Exerpt from Complexion Perfection written by Kate Somerville