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i did, but it wasn't enough for my nose, so next time i'll try adding a bit of salt.

this is a blend i made after i finished my tea tree essential oil from TBS.

take your little bottle and take off the little plastic thingy.

add about 8ml of coconut oil (or any carrier oil you possess), about 10 drops of tea tree pure EO and add some alcohol (mine is 70%). it's more gentle than TBS (which is just alcohol and tea tree EO) but still effective, without the TBS side effects, redness, harshness, and the harsh smell of tea tree oil magnified by the alcohol.

i added alcohol because i wanted to disinfect the pimples, but you don't need much.

 
Dear all, I tried some of these tips and results are pretty good. Thanks.

 
Hi all! Just wanted to quickly respond to this last post.

Being an herbalist and a botanical shop owner that deals with and creates bath and body and skin care lines, I couldn't help but notice the recipes measurements.

Although lavender is known for his calming and soothing properties for the skin, 2 teaspoons of pure essential oil (which I hoping is what your are referring too and not fragrant oil which is synthetic) would be too much for that small amount of glycerin.

Ever heard too much of a good thing aint so good? Especially if you have sensitive skin. Perhaps it was just a simple typo? :eek:oops:

Here's a wonderful recipe for either Rose Lotion or Lavender if you prefer, this is one I make and sell in my own shop and it's quite popular.

You need 1/2 cup almond oil (if you are allergic to nuts, then use Olive or Grape Seed)

1 tablespoon of grated beeswax (which you can buy an unscented 100% beeswax votive candle--just be sure to remove the wick!)

1/2 cup of rose OR lavender water that you can find at the local health food store or even in the back of the liquor store.

Mix together the oils and the beeswax and heat gently until the beeswax is melted. Slowly pour rose/lavender water into the mixture. Stir on and off until it cools--may seem thin at first but this will turn into a thick white creamy lotion. You can use a hand mixer or put it in the blender if you wish.

Allow it to cool completely then store it in a clean jar with an air tight lid. Massage onto your skin.

*beeswax acts as a natural 'emulsifier' which allows the water and oil to mix.

You might even try to add a teaspoon of glycerin to the mix although I doubt you'd need it. This is wonderful as it is and beats Bath and Body Works rose line any day and is by quite for MUCH MUCH MUCH better and healthier for you skin as is ALL naturally made products.

If people only knew that what was inside that fancy bottle with the popular name was going on to their skin, then perhaps that company might not be so popular..........

Try using a bit of olive oil instead of water. That would be moisturizing as well. Jazz it up a bit and try a 1/2 cup full of brown sugar, teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup of olive oil.

 
ive tried the oatmeal mask before( i read it in one of the indian magazine)

I'll use 2 tbs of oatmeal and half tbs of cold water and blend it into a paste using a blender.Let it dry and hardens.After u have removed it, you will be amazed how soft your facial skin would be.

 
I compiled a list of most of the ingredients mentioned here and their benefits in my notepad lol. because I have that much time. hth. see ya.

 
I also use home made masks and I really see the results. My skin is softer, brighter every time I use them. My skin is slightly oily and I have some imperfections. I enjoy using a mask with yoghurt and aspirine, it is very efficient, yoghurt and yeast. Yoghurt is a must-have for me. Try them, they are really wort it! ;) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 
wow these are all awsome, i love when i have a day off to play around in the kitchen and make my own masks!

Heres a hint! for dark circles around the eyes...use a cheese grater and grate a potatoes, put the mashed up potatoe in cheese cloth and just stick it on your eyes. The potatoes contain protiens that are found in our skin! it helps the replenish, refresh and repair!

 
Skin glow mask:

I tablespoon plain yoghurt

1 tsp honey

3 drops pure vitamin e oil

mix thoroughly and dab on face with a cotton ball. leave fore 10 mins then rinse.

I put it on then take a bath. it makes your skin glow!

Simple Mask to Minimize your pores:

Ingredients:

1 Egg

2 drops of lime juice

How to make the Mask:

Only use 2/3 of the Egg York, mix with lime juice, then apply it on your face(avoid eyes area) for 15 mins, rinse with cool water.

 
This is so simple, but it works for me--Use plain yogurt. That's all. Smear on, wait 10 minutes & wash off with lukewarm water. Cheap, but effective.

 
A few weeks ago, I posted a question on oily skin/acne I believe. After some research, I decided to try a natural approach.

2 tbsp fullers earth clay

1 teaspoon honey

1 tbsp water or half & half (I had to use more)

1 drop essential oil of your choice (optional)

After 3 days of using this mask the is almost gone and the acne scars have lightened on my cheeks. I am satisfied with the results. Thank the Lord for that.

I also found it hard to locate the fullers earth clay because while there are plenty of health food stores, there are almost no natural/wholistic beauty stores. I found the earth clay in a spice store. I did find a company online that sells everything you could possible need. Mountain Rose Herbs | Bulk organic herbs, spices & essential oils

 
Cucumber Yogurt facial mask

1-2 Tbsp. Plain yogurt

half Cucumber

smash peeled cucumber, mix with plain yogurt and put on face. It's suppose to moisturize the skin.

 
oh my God, this site is great.

The scrubs I really love.

I love the Warm Spirit products but they are so expensive.

Thanks so much.

 
dermatologists said its not good to use regular sugar for exfoliating becoz sugar is hard crystal of irregular shapes with very sharp edges that can do lots of microtears and damage to your skin cant be seen by naked eyes.

 
you're right savvy_lover, though i guess it also depends on how grinded the sugar has been, especially brown sugar.

this is not a recipe per se, but i've mixed about a tablespoon of my visibly clear 2 in 1 with a few teaspoons of green clay, left it on my face for 10 minutes. i was impressed by the results. the use of green clay and kaolin (white clay) is great for combo skins.

 
Thanks for the recipies:)

Was wondering how long it takes to see results...

using the seedless grapes for wrinkles?

 
some of those sound so exciting. When I have some free time I will try some. Thanks for posting

 

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