by Catalogs.com Info Guru Lauren DeJesus-Glasgow
A regular beauty routine for healthy skin begins with a cleanser, a toner, and a moisturizer.
But with each product costing around $12 at the minimum, they can add up to a lot a money. Thankfully, there is an alternative to these expensive cosmetics, and they can be found right at home. These are the top ten beauty products found in your kitchen. These easy tips will save money and time — plus your skin will thank you for saving it from the harsh chemicals found in traditional products.
10. Apple Cider Vinegar
The benefits of apple cider vinegar are endless. Apple cider vinegar also works as an antibacterial, as well as an antifungal, to help clear break-outs. The alpha hydroxy acids found in the vinegar also help to brighten skin and make for a healthier complexion. Mix one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar with three tablespoons of warm water. Using a soft towel, massage the mixture onto face and rinse.
9. Oats
Oats have been used as a treatment for a number of skin ailments for ages. The soothing compounds in oats help to relieve redness and irritation while infusing the skin with moisture and antioxidant properties. Adding raw oats to a hot bath will release the food’s healing properties.
8. Lemon
Lemons are an amazing alternative for treating pesky blackheads. Chockfull of vitamin C and alpha hydroxy acids, this power fruit helps to get rid of the dead skin cells that lead to blackheads. Try mixing together two teaspoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice, coarse sugar, and honey for a nutrient rich, all-natural exfoliate.
7. Olive oil and castor oil
Using oil to clean your face sounds crazy, right? The point of face-washing is supposed to remove dirt and oil from your face. This special combination of castor and olive oil do just that. Castor oil’s cleansing properties mixed with moisturizing olive oil work to, not strip the skin of its natural oils, but replace the sebum that can lead to break-outs, keeping the skin soft and healthy. A special treat for your skin are natural bath products containing olive oil.
6. Eggs
Eggs are a cheap, multipurpose beauty product everyone should have. The egg whites have vitamin A and collagen to make it a powerful anti-aging product while the protein helps wrinkles and maintaining skin elasticity. Whisk eggs and apply for a quick, firming facemask.
5. Tea Bags
Don’t be so quick to throw out those fancy tea bags. Tea leaves have caffeine and other anti-inflammatory compounds that make them perfect for de-puffing tired-looking eyes. Steep tea bags in hot water for 5 minutes, pop them in the fridge to cool, and have a quick and easy way to rejuvenate the eye area.
4. Avocados
Guacamole-lovers rejoice! Avocados are good for more than just a tasty snack. This special superfood full of vitamins A, E, and C is a great treatment for dry skin and age spots. Simply mash up the avocado and apply like a facemask for moisturized, nourished skin.
3. Brown Sugar
The perfect exfoliate for sensitive skin, brown sugar sloughs away dead skin cells to make skin smooth and glowing. People pay hundreds of dollars for harsh exfoliation treatments that can irritate skin leading to blemishes. Mix brown sugar with honey or olive oil to create a face scrub gentle enough for sensitive skin.
2. Strawberries
Strawberries have been used as a beauty product for centuries. With more vitamin C than most citrus fruits, strawberries are an amazing skin brightener and toner. When mashed and applied like toothpaste, the berries also make an effective and gentle teeth whitener.
1. Honey
Honey has many cleansing properties making it an ideal face wash, especially for sensitive skin. Honey, as a natural antibacterial, clears blemish-causing bacteria out of pores without the use of chemicals. Make sure you are using pure, raw honey, then, massage the honey into wet face and rise off with cold water. Say hello to soft, squeaky clean skin!