Homemade Beauty Tips For Glowing Skin
To pamper yourself from head to toe, you don't necessarily have to go
broke and fill your bathroom with products sold commercially. There may be
everything you need in your fridge! We present you 13 recipes of homemade
cosmetics, including 9 proposed by Olivier Comes, director of the "Just
Relax" spa at Château Saint-Just (60), and inspired by cosmetic food.
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HOMEMADE COSMETICS RECIPES: A TREND TO FOLLOW
For a few years, home-made has been inviting itself in cosmetics. The
concept? Provide our skin with everything it needs through fresh food. We swap
our masks, scrubs, and creams from major brands for mixtures based on natural
ingredients made by us from our kitchen. homemade beauty tips for glowing skin in Hindi An anti-waste and 100% natural
solution which nevertheless has some constraints and conservation rules to
follow. Because homemade cosmetics don't keep as well as commercial ones, it is
advisable to use the preparations immediately after having concocted them.
After washing your hands thoroughly, it is also very important to sterilize the
containers and all utensils in boiling water before starting. If the oil or
butter keeps longer, water-based beauty products can quickly become
contaminated with bacteria. The trick? Add natural preservatives to the
preparation. See you in the kitchen…
HOME COSMETICS: WHY MAKE THEM YOURSELF?
How can I make my face glow naturally?
Because it's natural …. If we had to choose only one reason, it would
undoubtedly be this. In recent years, we have been increasingly attentive to
the composition of our favorite beauty products. And unfortunately, these often
leave something to be desired. Making your own cosmetics with natural and
organic ingredients seems to be THE solution to no longer be wary of our
vanity.
Because it is economical … Another big argument, the overall price of the
recipe is often much lower than a commercially available product. Even better,
an ingredient can be used for several recipes. For example, shea butter can be
used as well for a lip balm as a moisturizer.
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Because it's responsible ... By making your own cosmetics, we pay
attention to the environment and limit the mess in our fridge. The “Do It
Yourself” is also the assurance of more ethical consumption by favoring, of course, fresh and organic products.
Because it's fun ... In our kitchen, alone or accompanied, we play to be
a budding chemist. As we would for a cooking recipe, we stir, mix, sprinkle ...
The little extra? The satisfaction of carrying out natural and effective care
with our hands!
Because it's personalized … Who better than us to identify our needs and
desires? While all beauty brands are embarking on the personalization of
skincare, home-made is a perfect response to this trend.
MAKE YOUR OWN COSMETICS: EASY TIPS FOR BEGINNERS
How can I get fair and glowing skin in 7 days?
To start well, it is wise to opt for simple recipes with basic
ingredients. The idea? Choose natural foods that can be reused in several
different recipes. We, therefore, turn to honey, aloe vera, shea butter, coconut
or sweet almond oil or even powdered sugar. If the home-made trail behind it
many misconceptions, such as being an activity reserved for cooking experts,
our different recipes prove the opposite.
DRY TIPS TREATMENT
Dry tips treatment
What should I apply on the face at night naturally?
As for damaged, split, and brittle hair, we know that nothing can replace
a good cut! But to take care of your damaged tips, tame them, and prevent
breakage by protecting them, here is a very simple recipe that has proven
itself.
The ingredients I need:
- coconut oil
- aloe vera gel
The preparation :
Nothing's easier! Take a dab of coconut oil. Its solid texture at room
temperature makes it easy to work. Add one or two pumps of aloe vera gel and
spread the mixture between your hands. The warmth of your skin will melt the
coconut oil, making the mixture creamy.
The application:
Apply to dry hair, on the lengths and ends only. However, be careful not
to put too much on it, which would weigh down your hair. The bonus? Your hair
will be delicately scented with coconut oil.
PURIFYING FACE MASK
Purifying face mask
How can I glow my face in one day?
Irregularities in the complexion, blackheads, pimples ... Are your skin
imperfections annoying you? Once a week after a thorough exfoliation, apply
this mask to cleanse it and regain clearer skin. Purifying, antibacterial, and
soothing, it is the ideal remedy for imperfections skin.
The ingredients I need:
- green clay (powder)
- of honey
- aloe vera gel
- a little water (or better: a hydrosol)
The preparation :
In a bowl, pour two tablespoons of green clay powder, a teaspoon of honey
and a teaspoon of aloe vera gel. Mix everything by gradually adding water (or
the hydrosol of your choice) until you get a smooth paste.
The application:
Apply the mask in a thick and homogeneous layer on your face, avoiding
the fragile area around the eyes. Leave on for 10 to 15 minutes. If your skin
is sensitive, use a sprayer to "rehydrate" the mask regularly, to
prevent it from drying out on your skin.
FACE SCRUB
How can I look naturally pretty?
Want to eliminate dead cells to regain baby skin? In terms of exfoliation,
there is no need to skim the displays: everything you need is in your kitchen!
The ingredients I need:
- of honey
- extra fine powdered sugar
- sweet almond oil
The preparation :
In a bowl, mix honey and sweet almond oil in equal parts. Add one to two
teaspoons of extra fine powdered sugar. Your scrub is ready to use.
The application:
Apply to your face using gentle massage movements. Insist on the T-zone,
and avoid the fragile zone around the eyes. Rinse off with lukewarm water without
rubbing: the water will dissolve the sugar and honey and leave your skin soft
and protected by sweet almond oil.
DRY SHAMPOO
Dry shampoo
How can I make my hair healthy?
To refresh your roots a bit between two shampoos or before going out,
nothing beats dry shampoo. But horror: when you need it, you realize that your
bottle is empty! Do not panic, you can substitute this homemade mixture.
The ingredients I need:
- cornstarch
- white clay, if you are blonde
- rhassoul, if you are dark
The application:
Mix in equal parts the cornstarch with the white clay (if you are brown,
opt instead for rhassoul to avoid the white effect on the roots). Sprinkle
sparingly on your roots, line by line. For a more precise application, place
your mixture in a spice bottle, or apply it with a makeup brush.
Brushing:
After letting the dry shampoo sit for at least 5 minutes, massage your
scalp with your fingertips, then brush your hair thoroughly to remove residue.
DULL AND BRITTLE HAIR
Dull and brittle hair
How can I get healthy hair naturally?
Recipe by Olivier Coumes: mask for dull and brittle hair
Ideal for those who dream of finding radiant hair. In a few minutes, it
regains its shine.
The ingredients I need:
- argan or olive oil
- green clay
- an egg
- wine vinegar
Preparation:
For lengths: apply the oil directly to dry hair.
For the roots: mix 1 egg yolk with a tablespoon of green clay (this
avoids excess seborrhea).
The exposure time:
20 minutes.
Rinsing:
To obtain a satin effect, first, make a neutral shampoo mixed with lemon
juice. The final rinse is done by diluting 1 glass of wine vinegar in 1 liter
of cold water to give your hair even more shine.
FACE MASK FOR DRY SKIN
Face mask for dry skin
Recipe by Olivier Coumes: face mask for dry skin
When the skin starts to pull, itch and blush, it is never very pleasant
and it often happens when you face the elements: cold, heat, spray and
temperature changes between the outside and the overheated or air-conditioned
office. To relieve his face, we concoct an avocado mask.
The ingredients I need:
- an avocado (it nourishes, plumps the epidermis and promotes healing).
- lemon juice
- fresh cream
Preparation:
Mash the avocado flesh. Mix it with a tablespoon of lemon juice. Add 2
tablespoons of fresh cream and beat everything until you get a homogeneous
mixture.
The exposure time:
20 minutes.
Rinsing:
Remove your mask with clear water then massage your face with a few drops
of argan oil or sweet almond for an even softer effect.
ASTRINGENT FACE MASK
astringent face mask
Recipe by Olivier Coumes: astringent face mask
With fatigue and stress, our skin often lacks radiance. The solution? A
mixture straight out of our shopping bag!
The ingredients I need:
- 1 egg
- a lemon
Preparation:
Beat a fresh egg white and add lemon zest.
The exposure time:
20 minutes.
Rinsing:
Remove the mask with clear, cool water to obtain a lifting effect.
DETOX FACE MASK
detox face mask
Recipe by Olivier Coumes: detoxifying face mask
The skin on our face is subjected to numerous attacks, notably due to
pollution. It is good to offer him a weekly purifying treatment to erase
imperfections and regain a feeling of softness.
The ingredients I need:
- brewer's yeast
- milk
- honey
- half a yogurt
Preparation:
Mix a teaspoon of brewer's yeast with a teaspoon of milk. Leave to swell
for 30 minutes on a radiator. When the mixture is assembled, add 1 tablespoon
of honey and 1 half yogurt, then beat everything.
The exposure time:
Let dry 10 minutes on the face.
Rinsing:
Remove the paste with lukewarm water and dab your face with rose water to
tighten the pores.
CARE FOR DRY HAIR
Care for dry hair
What grows hair faster?
Recipe by Olivier Coumes: care for dry hair
We love the sea and the sun. Our hair, a little less! But don't panic,
here is a homemade recipe to treat them when they get back from the beach.
The ingredients I need:
- 1 half avocado
- olive or argan oil
- 1 half lemon
- 1 tablespoon beer
Preparation:
Mash half the avocado. Add olive or argan oil. Mix everything with half a
lemon and a tablespoon of beer. Continue mixing until you get a homogeneous
paste.
The exposure time:
Leave the treatment on your lengths for 20 minutes (and wrap your hair in
a hot towel to facilitate the penetration of the product).
Rinsing:
Rinse with a neutral shampoo mixed with lemon.
REGENERATING MASK
Regenerating mask
Recipe by Olivier Coumes: regenerating face mask
Red fruits have been lying around in your fridge for a few days and you
thought you would get rid of them? Stop the mess! Rather make it a regenerating
mask, your face will appreciate it.
The ingredients that I need:
- of red fruits
- yogurt
- culinary gelling (for a 100% natural
version, agar is perfect)
Preparation:
Mix red fruits mixed with a culinary gelling agent. Waterlogged, the latter
hydrates and makes the preparation solid.
Exposure time:
Keep the application for 30 minutes.
Rinsing:
To soften the mask, put plain yogurt on your face, then rinse
everything with clear water. Once your skin is clean you can massage with rose
water for a soothing and astringent effect.
PREPARATION FOR BRITTLE NAILS
Preparation for brittle nails
What Vitamin Are you lacking when you have brittle nails?
Recipe by Olivier Coumes: reinforcing preparation for brittle nails
Placing
varnish repeatedly can make nails brittle and yellow. So we immediately
say "yes" to a treatment that will make it stronger and more
beautiful!
The ingredients I need:
- lemon juice
- bicarbonate
- olive oil or argan oil
Preparation:
Mix the lemon juice with 1 tablespoon of baking soda. Heat 35 seconds in
the microwave.
The exposure time:
Soak your nails 3 to 4 minutes in the preparation.
Rinsing:
Clean your hands and massage each
of your fingers with a few drops of argan or olive oil to rehydrate the skin.
REPAIRING SUNBURN CARE
Repairing sunburn care
Recipe from Olivier Coumes :
restorative treatment after sunburn
When the skin is extremely sensitive to the sun, it can be painful and
need after-sun care . That's good, we have everything you need in your kitchen!
The ingredients I need:
- a tomato
- half a lemon
- olive or argan oil
Preparation:
Place half a tomato on the irradiated areas and leave to act. Immediate
refreshing effect! Mix the rest of the tomato with half a lemon (peel
included). Add a tablespoon of argan or olive oil.
Use:
Massage your skin until complete penetration. It will be completely
repaired after several applications.
CARE FOR DRY FEET
Care for dry feet
Why do my feet get so dry?
Recipe by Olivier Coumes: Care
for dry feet
Having beautiful and soft feet like those of a baby, it's possible, you
just have to offer them the necessary care all summer long to avoid crevices,
cracks and dehydration!
The ingredients I need:
- fine salt
- olive or argan oil
Preparation:
Mix 2 tablespoons of fine salt with 2 tablespoons of olive or argan oil.
Then massage your feet with the mixture, insisting on the heels. A homemade
and a very effective exfoliation!
Rinsing:
Put your feet underwater and let them soak in warm lemon water. Massage
your feet with a few drops of argan oil for a guaranteed gentle effect.