Home |  Index |  Ask a Question |  Share Photos |  Share Tips |  Active Topics |  New Feedback  |  Contact Us  |  Search
 User Login:  Username:    Password:      Forgot It?  | Join ThriftyFun!
Search:
Web ThriftyFun

Popular Topics
 - Beauty
 - Budget and Finance
 - Cleaning
 - Consumer Advice
 - Craft Projects
 - Craft Tips
 - Food Tips
 - Garage Sales
 - Gardening
 - Gifts
 - Green Living
 - Home Improvement
 - Organizing
 - Parenting
 - Parties
 - Pest Control
 - Pets
 - Product Reviews
 - Recipes
 - Repair
 - Weddings for Less

More Topics

About:
RSS Feed
About Us
Media
Advertising
Contact Us
Privacy Statement
Disclaimer

Homemade Facials (Your Own Spa: Part 1 of 4)

1x1
Date: 11/27/2006 Topic: Beauty > Beauty Recipes > Facials  
1x1
1x1
Post Feedback! | Get Responses | Bookmark | Link | Print | Print (With Feedback) | Rate: Thumbs Up Thumbs Down | Bookmark and Share
Homemade Facials (Your Own Spa: Part 1 of 4)

The Frugal Holistic

A Day at Your Favorite Spa: Your Own!
(Part 1 of 4 - Homemade Facials)

Most of us really need a day at the spa pampering ourselves. The everyday stresses that everyone feels can really get us down. But who can afford to spend that kind of money in this economy? So in this article, I propose to offer some suggestions on reducing stress in your life without the heavy price tag.

Why does a day at the spa cost so much? Most of what you are paying for is the designer products that they use. Did you know you can make your own spa products at home? Also, you are paying for the atmosphere which you can recreate right at home. Candlelight is soothing to the nerves and a soothing tape can take you far away in your dreams.

Facials

Facials are another place that spas charge the big bucks but with a few of my "fresh recipes" and a good friend to help you to apply, you can have a spa facial at a fraction of the cost. The first step to a great facial is to clean the skin well. You don't need expensive cleansers for this just a short trip to your local grocery store and you have all the ingredients for a natural skin cleanser.

Skin Cleanser (For all skin types)

  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp. sunflower oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp. fresh lemon juice
Mix all ingredients together and place in a sealed container. Store in the refrigerator. Use 1 tsp. morning and night to cleanse face.

Facial Cleansing Gel (For all skin types)

Add 2 tsp. flax seeds to a saucepan containing 1 1/2 cups of distilled water or herbal infusion. Bring to a boil and simmer gently for 15 minutes, stirring to prevent sticking. Remove from heat and cool. The mixture should thicken into a gel. Strain. To use, add enough finely ground oatmeal to the gel to make a smooth paste. Rub over the face and neck, leave a few minutes, then rinse with warm water (not hot!)

Steam Your Face

The next step is to steam the face. Pour hot boiling water into a bowl and tent your head over the bowl. Dry herbs like peppermint or lavender can be added to the bowl for the rejuvenating properties (peppermint) or calming effect (lavender). Your next step is a face mask. Again, no need for expensive products, just a trip to the local grocery.

Herbal Facial Mask (Cleans and tightens pores)

  • 1 Tbsp. honey
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp crumbled dried chamomile flowers
  • 1 tsp finely chopped fresh mint
Mix all ingredients in a small bowl. Apply the mixture to your face and neck. Let dry (10-15 minutes) and rinse off with warm water.

Oatmeal Face Mask

  • 1/2 cup of oatmeal
  • 1 smashed avocado
  • 1/3 cup of honey
In a bowl mix smashed avocado with the honey, then continuously add oatmeal. When all ingredients are mixed well apply to face and relax. After 10-15 minutes,wash off with warm water. Do this once a week or when you desire relaxation. You won't believe the difference!

Orange Yogurt Mask

  • 1 tsp plain yogurt
  • the juice of 1/4 of an orange
Stir to mix and then dip fingers into mixture and smooth onto face. The sensation is both cool and relaxing. Leave on for a five minutes and then rinse. If you are feeling sluggish, this is the perfect mask for you.
*Yogurt will cleanse and nourish
*The orange is full of Vitamin C and AHA's

Peel-Off Mask Recipe

This mask will peel off your blackheads and tighten your skin. It is very strong, so those with sensitive skin may want to rinse this off instead of peeling it off. Do not use if you have acne.
  • 1 tablespoon of unflavored gelatin
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons of cold milk
  • 1 egg white
  • Vitamin E Oil (break open a capsule, or buy in a bottle)
In a small pan mix the unflavored gelatin and the cold milk. Stir until melted over a very low flame. Once melted, remove from heat and let the gelatin mixture cool slightly. Then add one egg white. Mix until smooth, and when cool enough to touch, apply evenly over face. Do not apply on, or directly under, your eyes or on your upper lip. Apply quickly before mixture hardens in pan. Apply enough to cover your skin but not too thickly. Lie on the couch and let it dry completely, about 30 minutes. Once dry, lift up a corner under your chin and peel off lightly in an upward motion. This will really tingle. Rinse face with lukewarm water and apply vitamin E.

Tip: The vitamin E is for moisture. If you prefer, you can use your favorite moisturizer on your face instead.

Prune Porridge

This mask sounds and looks disgusting but is very soothing and good for a face tormented by sore underground pimples.

Pour 1/2 cup boiling water over 2 dried prunes in a bowl and leave until soft. Mash prunes. Use any leftover prune water in cooking about 1/2 cup oatmeal. Mix oatmeal with mashed prunes and enough honey to make a sticky mash that will adhere to the face. Apply while still warm (but not hot), leave 20 minutes and rinse off with warm water.

Toner For Your Face

Your last step is to apply a toner to your face. Then you will have a clean palette to apply your special makeup. Here are some great recipes for them.

Astringent

  • 3 tsp. lemon extract
  • Juice of one lime
  • 1/2 cup rubbing alcohol
Combine ingredients in a small bowl. Transfer to a jar and shake well. Store in the refrigerator. Tightens your pores, refreshes your skin, and helps remove oils from skin.

Citrus Astringent

  • 1/2 thinly sliced lemon
  • 1/2 thinly sliced orange
  • 3/4 cup ethanol alcohol
Combine lemon, orange, and alcohol in a blender and mix until fruits are pulverized. Strain liquid into a jar using a small strainer or cheesecloth. Tightens your pores, refreshes your skin, and helps remove oils from skin. Will keep 6 months refrigerated. Yield, 3/4 cup.

Basic Toner

  • 3 cups distilled water
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
Mix water and vinegar. Pour into a clean decanter and store in bathroom. Use daily after washing face by putting on a clean cotton ball or gauze and wiping face. BE CAREFUL NOT TO GET INTO EYES!

Chamomile Astringent

  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint (or 2 tbsp dried)
  • 2 tbsp dried chamomile flowers, crushed
  • 4 cups water
Combine ingredients in a small saucepan. Boil for 10 minutes, then remove from heat and allow to steep for 5 minutes. Strain liquid into a jar, cover and refrigerate. Will keep 2 weeks refrigerated. Apply with cotton balls to skin. Especially good for very oily skin.

By Debra Frick from Colorado Springs, CO

Editors Note: This is a four part article. Check out the other sections here:

Homemade Manicures and Pedicures (Your Own Spa: Part 2 of 4)

Homemade Haircare (Your Own Spa: Part 3 of 4)

Homemade Body Scrubs and Wraps (Your Own Spa: Part 4 of 4)

About The Author: Debra Frick is a mother of 5 and a grandmother to 7 grandsons. She is a published author and poetress. Born in California, she now lives in Colorado Springs with her husband and many pets. Her hobbies include crocheting, reading, arts and crafts and bargain hunting.

Related Links:
Previous: Paper Bag (Rudolph) Reindeer Puppet ThriftyFun Next: Cheap Educational Software
1x1
1x1
 Feedback
1x1
1x1
1x1

By Cassie & Marinna (Guest Post)
We love this website plus how did you find out about beer getting grease out of your hair? We would love to know?

Posted on 08/14/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse


By MILEY (Guest Post)
Try using this to moisten/soften your face

Boil water, put 6 bay leaves in it
Add 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
Put on a face cloth
Let sit on your face for 3-5 minutes, then rinse with luke warm water only!

Posted on 07/15/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse


By poor8 (1) Contact
WOW! So cool! :-)

Posted on 05/23/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse


By Brylle (Guest Post)
Yeah, I'm definitely gonna try this out! I've also found a great site on the way here. It is a pageful of recipes of bath salts you can make on your own.
Here it is:

http://www.sfbsc.com/bath_salt_recipes

Posted on 11/21/2007 | Report Spam or Abuse


By Acne Sufferer (Guest Post)
I am definitely going to schedule a spa for myself soon.
Here's what has been working for me, I have really bad skin- but it is improving.

1. Once or twice a day I make a hot apple cider drink. (1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar/1 1/2 tbsp. honey then add hot water and stir)
2. Wash face as soon as I get up with simple glycerin soap (VERY CHEAP) and anytime I sweat, and 3X wash/rinse in a row before I go to bed.
3. Egg whites smoothed on and left until dry once a day(major pore tightener)
4. Moisturize before bed, sunscreen after morning wash (spf 30 at least- specially made for sensitive face- was like $9)
5. WATER!

Try these things out, I think you'll be impressed.

Posted on 09/16/2007 | Report Spam or Abuse


By Kayla (Guest Post)
Lisa, soap and water do work to clean the face- but there is NOTHING relaxing about it!!!!!!!! I can't wait to try the facials!!!!!

Posted on 07/14/2007 | Report Spam or Abuse


By lisa (Guest Post)
HI Facials dont work. Soap and water work just fine!

Posted on 06/25/2007 | Report Spam or Abuse


By jessie (Guest Post)
i got a acid burn from lemons from a facial recipe. NEVER do a recipe that includes lemon or cucumber because you are risking your beautiful face.

Posted on 06/11/2007 | Report Spam or Abuse


By LIL WOMEN (1) Contact
here a GREAT ONE!!! use Strawberries lemons and honey you can make your own PORES REMOVER and it would also Brighten your SKIN tune!!!! mash the strawberry,lemon,and honey together then pat it on your face!! then after wait for about 8-10mins. rinse it off and THERE YOU GO !! your skin tone is WAY BRIGHTER THEN B4 and your pores is slowly going away!!

Posted on 02/25/2007 | Report Spam or Abuse


By (Guest Post)
Heres a good one using strawberries and lemon and honey mix together you can have your very own PORE REDUCER! just pat it on your face and 8-10 mins rinse it off! your pores look like they go away!

Posted on 02/25/2007 | Report Spam or Abuse


By nmcl (59) Contact
wow...thanks for sharing... lots of choices to try....its so good to have such an infomative site like this one

Posted on 11/28/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse


By mari (Guest Post)
Avocado clay mask:

2-3 avocado pits (Allow to dry 48-36 hrs making sure they aren't too hard to grind, then grind into fine powder in a coffee grinder, allow to dry for another 24 hrs.
3 Tbls. White clay (clay can vary depending on skin type as certain clays contain higher percentages of certian essential minerals- EPK, also known as kaolin, can also be used)
1 tbl honey

Mix all ingredients and add water until a nice paste is formed. Apply to face and let sit 10 min. rinse well scrubbing it off in circular motions. this is a great recipe because it doesnt have to be stored in the refrigerator and it isnt a one time use recipe! hope you enjoy!

Posted on 09/07/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse


By Meg_Turner (Guest Post)
okay, not exactly a mask, but this is something that works great for acne scars: Emu Oil. Just find some that is 100% pure and smooth over scars before bed. Helps them heal and fade.

Another inexpensive (though not homemade haha) face wash is just plain old baby soap. It is gentle enough that it won't cause breakouts, and makes your skin baby-soft. Johnson's or a generic brand work just as well.

Posted on 08/23/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse


By Cy (Guest Post)
heres a unique one i like.

get 1 teabag green tea and put it in a container. add 1 tsp. cinnimon powder and 1 tsp. sage (ground). bring 1 cup water to a rapid boil and pour over the ingredients. let brew for 5-10 minutes.

to apply:

tear sections of paper towel into peices that will fit and align with your face. soak one peice of paper towel at a time in your green tea/cinnimon/sage tea and stick it on your face (the wetness should keep it from falling off). add peices till you have covered the desired areas of your face. leave on until paper towels dry out.

:)

Posted on 08/18/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse


By xnay_on_the_name_k (Guest Post)
i found a great exfoliant recipe its

1 tsp. baking soda
2 heaped tsp. fine oatmeal [i found just using plain oatmeal works just as well]
add water untill its a paste

and presto you have an exfoliant for your face

Posted on 08/16/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse


By Christina, licensed esthetician (Guest Post)
I saw a post that i really feel should be addressed. see quote below

"RE: Homemade Facials and Moisturizers
Bela (Guest Post) 2006-04-18
for those who have acne it seems to be caused by a very tiny worm who lives inside muscles and one gets them from dogs and cats. These worms feed from skin natural oil. Look for better responses at www.HuldaClark.com or in her book The cure for all diseases."


This is entirely wrong. please don't take this advise. acne is not caused by a worm at all and has nothing to do at all with muscles. see quote below from Milady's Standard Fundamentals for esthetics. Pgs. 196-198

"Acne, a disorder of the sebaceous glands, is characterized by comedones (blackheads) and blemishes, and is a hereditary trait which is also triggered by hormonal changes. It usually begins to glare up when a person reaches puberty, but adult acne is also on the rise.

CAUSES OF ACNE
Causes of acne include the following
-Clogged pores
-bacteria
-Cosmetics and products
-Triggers including hormones, stress and foods.

CLOGGED PORES
Clogged pores are caused by a number of factors. Retention hyperkeratosis is a hereditary factor in which dead shin cells do not shed from the follicles as they do on normal skin. Excessive sebum (oil) production over taxes the follicles and causes additional cell buildup.

BACTERIA
Bacteria in the follicles are acaerobic. This means they cannot live in the presence of oxygen. When follicles are blocked with sebum and dead skin build-up, oxygen cannot treat the bottom of the follicle, resulting in bacterial. As bacteria and inflammation grow, pressure is exerted on the follicle wall. if the wall ruptures, it becomes infected and debris spill out into the dermis (a lower level of the layers of skin). Redness and inflammation occur when a foreign object is detected in the skin and white blood cells move in to fight the infection. Papules are red, inflamed lesions caused by this process. Papules then become infected and pus develops, causing pustules (white heads) which are filled with fluid from the dead white blood cells that fought the infection.

COSMETICS AND PRODUCTS
Certain ingredients in product can aggravate acne. Fatty ingredients such as waxes and oils can clog pores or irritate follicles. Acnegenic products also cause inflammation. Products rich in emollients and occlusive products are too heavy for problem skin types. Makeup products are comedogenic, especially foundations and powders that are solids made with fatty ingredients. Some products for hair and skin can also trigger acne.

OTHER ACNE TRIGGERS
Hormonal changes, Stress, and certain foods

HORMONES
Male hormones (androgen) stimulate sebaceous glands. High levels of the male hormone testosterone cause an increase in oil production. THese hormones increase during puberty, when teen acne is first evident. In females, acne is not as sever because there is less testosterone production. Adult acne is more common in females. Hormonal fluctuations from birth control pills, premenstrual changes, pregnancy, and menopause can lead to acne inflammations in woman. Hormonal acne is often seen on the chin.

STRESS
Stress causes hormonal fluctuations and increased sebum production.

FOODS
Excessive iodides in salt, MSG, kelp, cheese, processed and packaged foods, especially fast foods and minerals obtained from an ocean source in vitamins, can irritate acne

IRRITATIONS
Pressure or friction from rubbing or touching the face, phone use, or wearing hats can contribute to acne breakouts. Dirty pillows or makeup brushes can also transfer bacteria to the face. Keeping hands and items that touch the face clean can help keep the skin from breaking out more."


This information came right out of my Esthetics text book that every esthetician mush read to become an esthetician. We are all tested over the information in this book (as well as many other things) by the state government in which we wish to practice. This is no easy test to pass. For those of you who don't know what and esthetician is we are all so called skin care professionals. you will find us in salons, medi spas, plastic surgeons offices and any place where your skin is a priority. We are not dermatologists and do not portend to be, but when it comes to aging, acne and just being beautiful we know what we are talking about. I myself am licensed in 3 states, and have taken extra classes to keep myself up to date in the field. I know my stuff.
Furthermore i looked at the web site state in the post and it has no such quote although i may not have looked hard enough. but the one thing i did find that further proves my point is I quote :"all information is for educational purposes. Dr. Clark's books have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Not intended to replace medical care, diagnose, treat, prevent, mitigate or cure disease. We believe in the individual's informed right to choose their own health care methods. As always, consult with a health professional before attempting any self health program." If you go to the web site you will find this disclaimer at the top of the page. In fact the entire page seems to be one giant disclaimer. well all i have to say is i would never use a product or a machine that has approved by the FDA on a client or myself.

Posted on 05/02/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse


By bernang and milkang (Guest Post)
believe this, it actually works!!
1 tbs vegimite
1 tbs honey
4 tbs condensed milk
1 cup oatmeal
3 tsp salt

add 1 cup of warm water to mix the facial mask then apply and wait overnight and in the morning!!
WOLLA!!!

Posted on 04/22/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse


By shideh (Guest Post)
get ground cinnomin and add honey until it forms into a paste. then put it on your face and gently scrub it. this works really well as a scrub. oh yea of course rinse your face after and pat dry.

Posted on 04/21/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse


By Madi (Guest Post)
Hi here is a facial recipe that I have tried and its awesome!!!

1 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup of regular oats
2 table spoons of honey

Mix and Gently apply and wash off with warm water

Posted on 04/20/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse


By Kayla (Guest Post)
ONE BANANA AND A LITTLE HONEY WORKS WONDERS!

Posted on 03/11/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse


By Sara (Guest Post)
oat meal and warm water mixed together makes a great facial mask! It realy works good.

Posted on 03/07/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse


By me (Guest Post)
i know that this sounds weird but washing your hair with beer actully helps it get out grease but make sure you wash out the smell.

Posted on 03/02/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse


By Peggy (Guest Post)
All of those who are crying about pimples on your face will cry no more! I have an overnight cure that is very cheap and works wonders. Go buy some Calamine lotion at your drug store. Apply it on the pimple with a Q-tip before you go to bed at night. Wake up in the morning to see it gone! Some may take a couple of nights, but don't squeeze them! They will take longer to heal if you do. Some pimples are from things that you are allergic to and Calamine lotion will not work on them. You will need to apply a hydrocortisone over the counter cream. Let me know how it works for you. Hugs and Kisses Peggy

Posted on 02/16/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse


By (Guest Post)
Mash 1/2 of a banana add 1 tbs of honey and 2 tbs of sourcream.Rinse with warm water

Posted on 02/12/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse


By naz (Guest Post)
any one have any ideas about how to treat a few pimples?? plzz tell me if you do!!!""

Posted on 01/26/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse


By Sarah (Guest Post)
I have made some really good lip balms a home all you need is some cerry kool aid and some hot crisco and heat it in the mic. and then let harden over night and there you go

Posted on 01/17/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse


By ~becka~ (Guest Post)
these are great facials!
i have sum of my own.
Hair:
Mayonnaise is a great mosturizer and helps with shine.
Egg Yolk is a great shiner, it really helps strengthen and shine up ur hair.
Face:
Honey works as a good mosturizer.
Steaming ur face is a good pore cleanser and opener. Let a pot with water boil and stand above it for about 5-15 min.
Egg white is a good smoother. Put an egg white on your face till it is dry. then wash off with warm water.

these i have all tried and the work amazing!!!!!!!!
have fun with them!

Posted on 01/10/2006 | Report Spam or Abuse


By Dr. Nash (Guest Post)
For better skin spread some honey over your face and leave overnight.

Posted on 12/29/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse


By (Guest Post)
jenni i like ur website

Posted on 12/24/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse


By Amy (Guest Post)
Okay here are a few that REALLY worked for me...
the avacodo creamed carrot mask..
1 avocado, mashed
1 carrot, cooked and mashed
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 egg, beaten
3 tablespoons honey
it cleans skin and smooths it over.. it also locks out oil but makes your skin silky

Posted on 12/10/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse


By Kate (Guest Post)
1. Rub lemon juice on your face, it gets rid of scars after a few weeks

2. If you rub cucumbers on your face it can lighten your complexion. But nowadays the tan look it really in!

3. Squeeze the juice out of an orange and put it into a bowl. Use a piece of cotton and put it on your face. It helps in firming skin and gives it a smooth look.

4. You can put ice cubs on newly forming pimples. It will stop them from getting any bigger. Plus this also helps circulate your blood.

Posted on 12/01/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse


By Dee (Guest Post)
Day Moisturizer (makes 90g)
15ml Base Oil (eg mixture of any: apricot kernal, sweet almond, macadamia, safflower, advocado, wheatgerm, evening primose, rosehip, jojoba. Make sure cold pressed)
15ml Vege Emulsifying wax
70ml distilled water
5g/ml vege glycerine
(optional: essential oil drops approx 20 - 40 eg: lavender)

Heat oil (oil and wax)to 65 degree C, to melt solid ingred, Heat water (water and glycerine) to 65 degree C,. Gradually add water to oil contantly stir one minute. Use hand blender for 30 seconds (max) to form cream then add essential oil and hand stir for 2 minutes. Pour in jar while warm and allow to cool before capping. Has life of approx 3-6 months. Brilliant for most skin types.

Night Cream (90g)
60ml Base oil (as above)
4g
Beeswax
4g Lanolin
40 ml distilled water
1/4 teaspoon Borax
(optional: essential oils 20-40 drops check OK for skin)

Heat oil (oil, beeswax, lanolin) 65 degrees celcius, heat water (water, borax until dissolved) at 65 degree celcius, gradually add water to oil, stirring contantly for approximately 5 mintues until smooth cream obtained. Add essential oil drops, continue to stir for 2 minutes, pour while warm, allow to cool before capping. Store in fridge if no preservative used

Night cream bit greasy but brilliant for older skins or very dry skins. Some use for a cleanser - put on before shower, splash water, light pat with clean towel.

Preservative for both is natural grape seed extract approx 20 drops)

Comment. I have extremely sensitive skin and cannot use most products. I can use these with no problems.

Posted on 07/26/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse


By Melanie Lynn (Guest Post)
Seperate the white from an egg and whip it with a fork- apply to face and wait untill it is dray and cracked, wash off with warm water. This will close your pores- great before a date!

Posted on 05/18/2005 | Report Spam or Abuse


By Kate (Guest Post)
1.Combine 2 tablespoons of grapefruit juice and 2
tablespoons of uncooked oatmeal, apply to face
in a gentle, circular motion, then rinse well and add
your favourite moisturizer.

2.Add 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar to your regular
facial cleanser, use as usual, then rinse well and add
your moisturizer.

3.Combine 2 tablespoons of ground almonds with two
tablespoons of olive oil, apply to face in a gentle,
circular motion, rinse well, pat dry and add moisturizer.

Posted on 12/24/2004 | Report Spam or Abuse


By tiffany and cara (Guest Post)
a lil peanutbutter,butter, and some honey. Dont over do it though. All you have to do is get enough of it all to use on ur face!!

Posted on 11/20/2004 | Report Spam or Abuse


By me (Guest Post)
here are some of my favorites,

Mix 1 1/2 teaspoons honey, the juice from 1/2 of a lemon, and 3-tablespoon yoghurt. Stir in 1 whipped egg white. Apply to face and let set about 15 minutes. Then wash off with lukewarm water.

Make a paste from a little oatmeal and water. Apply to face and let it dry. Then wash off with lukewarm water.

Mash half of an avocado and apply to entire face. Let set for about 20 minutes and then wash off.

Mash 1/2 banana and add 1-tablespoon honey and 2 tablespoons sour cream. Apply to face and let set for about 10 minutes. Then wash off with lukewarm water.

Two tablespoons of cornmeal mixed with enough water to make a thick paste makes a great inexpensive facial mask. Gently apply to face and wash off.

Soak 1 cup dried apricots in water until softened. Puree in blender or food processor with 2 tablespoons skim milk powder. Apply to face and let set about 15 minutes. Then wash off with lukewarm water.

In a food processor or blender, combine 1/2 cucumber, 1-tablespoon yoghurt, a few strawberries, and 1-teaspoon honey. Apply to face and let it dry. Then wash off with lukewarm water.

To loosen blackheads, combine equal parts baking soda and water in your hand and rub gently on your skin for 2 to 3 minutes. Rinse with warm water.

Posted on 08/09/2004 | Report Spam or Abuse


By idreamofjeannie_91210 (1) Contact
I am also a big fan of facials and masks, so I went surfing. I came up with a whole list of masks and facials. Some of my favorites are:

For Normal-Oily skin

Cook 2-3 large carrots. Mash them, and mix with 4 1/2 Tbsp. honey.

Oily, acne-prone skin

Mix 1 medium sized apple (grated) with 5 Tbsp. honey. smooth over skin, let sit for about 10 minutes, and then wash off with COOL water.

Also, try logging on to pioneerthinking.com.

Link: Pioneer Thinking

Posted on 07/16/2002 | Report Spam or Abuse


By ThriftyFun (3427) Profile Blog! Contact
Facial Masks:

Just applying fresh fruit to your face is good. Your skin absorbs the vitamins and minerals. Leave on for 10 minutes or so, then wash off.

Honey Mint:

1 T powdered mint
1 T Honey
1 T Olive Oil

Blend together well, apply to clean skin. Leave on for 10 minutes or so, then wash off.

Clay Mask

1 T potters clay
1 T lemon juice

Mix the clay with the lemon juice in your hand and apply to your clean skin. It will absorb the oil and toxins.

When dry, rinse off.

Healing Mask

1 T cucumber
1 T Yogurt
1 T parsley

Blend together well until mixture is fluffy. Apply to your clean skin. Rinse after 10 mintues or so.

For Moisturizers:

Apply olive oil to your skin or vitamin E oil.

You can make your own mayonnaise with olive oil, lemon and eggs and apply that to your face. Leave out salt or spices.

Posted on 06/05/2001 | Report Spam or Abuse


A good toner/astringent is witch hazel which
is a very inexpensive alternative to the pricey products with cosmetic names. I use it with a mild inexpensive moisturizer such as Cetaphil daily and I have a nice complexion because of it.

Posted on 05/30/2001 | Report Spam or Abuse


1x1
1x1
 Post Feedback:
1x1
1x1
1x1

Login using the form on the top of the page to post feedback (if you are a registered user). If you have not yet registered, click here to do so. It's FREE!.

1x1

© 1997-2009 ThriftyFun.com - Design by Cumuli Design
Disclaimer: ThriftyFun.com cannot accept any responsibility for any injury or damage that you may cause to yourself, others, or property when following any advice given on this site. Read the full disclaimer. If you find any information on ThriftyFun.com or in our newsletters that is either erroneous and/or potentially harmful to others, please Contact Us, immediately.