Looking to solve your skincare woes with ingredients you have at home? Look no further — we’ve got the ultimate (and easiest) routine with homemade beauty remedies for glowing and healthy skin straight from the pros. These DIY fixes “help produce feelings of relaxation and tranquility, similar to that of a spa treatment but in the comfort of your own home,” says Arelli Soriano, spa manager at Grand Residences Riviera Cancun.
From homemade skincare masks to anti-aging skincare including scrubs, soaks and more, your face, body, lips, and even feet will look and feel better than ever with these at-home beauty fixes.
1- Anti-Aging Cocoa Face Mask for Healthy Skin
A decadent, antioxidant-packed cocoa mask replenishes moisture and gives skin a restored, youthful appearance. “As skin ages, the moisture barrier begins to break down leading to dryness and the immunity layer of the skin weakens,” says skincare expert Jasmina Aganovic. “Hydration is the most important skin saver at this stage!”
Recipe: Combine 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, 1 tablespoon sour cream, 1 tablespoon honey, and one egg white. Apply to face and let dry before rinsing. The powerful ingredients make this a multi-tasking wonder-cream: Sour cream is a form of lactic acid that hydrates as it gently exfoliates; honey is a humectant that also boosts hydration while the protein in the egg white tightens and firms skin.
2- Nourishing Milk Hand Soak
Debra Jaliman, M.D., New York City dermatologist, recommends a warm milk soak to soften hard-working hands.
Recipe: Heat 2 to 3 cups whole milk (enough to completely submerge both hands) in the microwave until it’s warm. Pour into a bowl and let hands soak for five to 10 minutes, allowing the fat from the milk to hydrate, and vitamins A and E to nourish dry skin.
3- Clarifying Oat Face Mask for Healthy Skin
Regulate skin’s pH with apple cider’s high levels of alpha-hydroxy acids and remove excess oil and buildup with ground oats. The oats contain saponins, a naturally powerful cleanser, Aganovic says.
Recipe: Combine 3 teaspoons ground oats and ¼ teaspoon apple cider in a bowl until a smooth paste forms. Then add ¼ tablespoon lemon juice and ½ tablespoon brown sugar; stir until the mixture is even. Apply to freshly cleansed skin and let sit for five to 10 minutes, allowing ingredients to penetrate top layers of the skin. Then rub in circular motions to exfoliate and increase blood-flow. Rinse off with warm water and pat dry with a towel.
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