Fall is the Time for Harvesting Life's Bountiful Gifts

Cantaloupes, lemons, fresh apricots, and kiwis offer special nutrients in this season. For normal-to-dry skin, these foods contain the secret benefits of renewal and rejuvenation.

SUCCULENT CANTALOUPE COCONUT MAST (Normal-to-Dry)

Cantaloupe is at its peak in the fall. Juicy and sweet, this fruit is loaded with the important antioxidants beta-carotene. Cantaloupes are also high in vitamin C, and are a good source of potassium and folate.

1 slice cantaloupe
1 tablespoon coconut milk
1 teaspoon almond oil

PREPARATION In a blender, combine the cantaloupe, coconut milk, and oil. Blend until creamy.

APPLICATION Cover your face and neck with a thin layer of this and relax for 20 minutes while enjoying a slice or two of cantaloupe. Rinse off with warm water, then rinse with cold water. Apply your moisturizer.

There's a Chill in the Air!

Depending on where you are in this beautiful land we call Earth, most are preparing for FALL!

Packed away are summer's flip-flops and shorts. It's time for pullovers and boots. In the same way you make adjustments to your wardrobe for the changing weather, you must remember to adjust your skin care regimen.

Plums, flax seed, and parsley combine with slightly heavier ingredients to create an effortless transition for your skin.

CREAMY DATE MOISTURIZER (Normal-to-Dry Skin)

Dates contain vitamin A, which offers anti-aging benefits, and folate, which assists in the production of new skin cells.

3 pitted fresh dates
2 teaspoons cottage cheese
1 teaspoon corn syrup

PREPARATION In a blender, combine the dates, cottage cheese, and corn syrup. Mix well.

APPLICATION Apply this to your face every morning and evening after cleaning. Splash with warm water and pat dry.

Part 1: Seasons

Winter, spring, summer, fall--your skin has different needs for them all.

Every season comes with its own set of unique challenges. For instance, hot, humid summers can cause breakouts for those with oily skin. Women with dry skin suffer the most during colder weather.

This section provides a simple daily facial regimen for each season, based upon your skin type. The recipes are simple and economical. They will offer beautiful results--for the rest of your life!

Before we begin, I offer a gentle reminder. Sunscreen is one of the most important things you can do for your skin in any season. I don't have a recipe for sunscreen. You must purchase one that you like. And please--remember to use it on a daily basis.

Now let's get started and FALL in love with our dry skin!

Oatmeal is a great cleanser for dry skin. Milk and honey offer gentle exfoliation and give this recipe a creamy texture.

1 tablespoon oatmeal (old-fashioned, not instant or steel-oat)
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon honey

PREPARATION In a food processor or blender, combine the oatmeal, milk, and honey. Mix until smooth

APPLICATION Gently wash face in the evening with a small amount of this. Rinse off with warm water.