Flaxseed Healthy Skin Cleanser

FLAXSEED HEALTHY SKIN CLEANSER

1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon oatmeal ( old-fashioned, not instant or steel-cut)
1 tablespoon flaxseed

Flaxseed oil contains omega-3 fatty acids, which are highly beneficial to skin. Oatmeal is a gentle skin-softening cleanser. Milk is the ultimate instant skin beautifier.

Preparation:
In a small microwave-safe bowl, warm the milk in the microwave. Stir the oatmeal into the milk. Add the oil and mix well.

Application:
Pour a small amount of this onto a clean wet washcloth or sponge. Gently wash your face with this every morning and evening. Rinse off with warm water.

Pomegranate Power Toner

3 tablespoon pomegranate juice
1/4 cup vodka
1/2 teaspoon salt

The pomegranate contains more inflammation-fighting antioxidants than red wine or green tea does. Vodka with a pinch of salt removes dead skin cells and acts as an antiseptic for the skin.

PREPARTAION
In a clean plastic bottle, combine the pomegranate juice, vodka, and salt. Shake for 30 seconds.

APPLICATION
Wipe your skin with this as needed, using a clean cotton ball.

Black Plum Bountiful Moisturizer

BLACK PLUM BOUNTIFUL MOISTURIZER (NORMAL-TO-DRY SKIN)

Not only are plums a good source of the antioxidant vitamins A and C, they also contain the important nutrient potassium and fiber. Vegetable oil is a great moisturizer for dry skin.

3 ripe dark plums
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon sour cream

Preparation
Skin the plums, then cut them in half and remove the pits. In a food processor or blender, add the plums, oil and sour cream. Blend until creamy smooth.

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

Eye Remedies

TIRED EYES

To rejuvenate your eye after a long day, fill a large bowl with water and add 1 teaspoon of sea salt. Soak your face in the water, opening and closing your eye several times. Soak clean cotton balls in green tea and swipe them over closed eyes.

PUMPKIN EYE MASK
Peel and seed a slice of pumpkin. Cook it in 2 cups of water until soft, then mash it and add 1 teaspoon of honey. Place inside clean gauze, then place over your eyes and relax for 20 minutes.

New Life is Growing

New life is growing inside your body. This miraculous event brings about hormonal changes that affect your hair, nails and skin. When I was pregnant with my son, I learned which foods were the most important for the both of us. Everything I put in, and on, my body went into his little body as well, so I was not going to use any products that contained artificial ingredients!

BABY'S MAMA'S BEAUTIFUL BODY CREAM (PREGNANT CARE)

When you're pregnant, it might seem as if all the moisture has Left your body! This lotion will infuse hydration and healthiness into your dry skin, keeping it soft and supple.

2 small cucumbers
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon flour

PREPARATION Peel and chop the cucumbers. In a blender combine the cucumbers, oil, egg yolk and flour. Mix well.

APPLICATION After showering, apply this cream generously all over the body.

Italian Breakfast Mask

There are things you can do to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
** Too much time in the sun causes real skin damage, which shows up later in your life as deep lines or, worse, melanoma. When we are young, sometimes we forgot to use sunscreen. Now use a good one!

ITALIAN BREAKFAST MASK (FOR FINE LINES)

2 teaspoons oatmeal (old-fashioned, not instant or steel-cut)
5 teaspoons warm milk
1 teaspoon olive oil

PREPARATION In a small bowl, combine the oatmeal and the milk. Add the olive oil and mix well.

APPLICATION Gently apply this over the face and relax for 15 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.

Fall Into Beautiful Ageless Skin

The lines on your face are a map of your life. Unless you want plastic surgery, they are not going to disappear. This mask recipe will keep your skin soft and supple.

STRAWBERRY FLOWER MASK (FOR FINE LINES)

1 teaspoon dried lavender
6 ripe strawberries
1 teaspoon corn oil
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 cold cup milk

PREPARATION In a small saucepan, bring the dried lavender and 1 cup of water to a boil. Steep for 10 minutes, then strain. In a small bowl, mash the strawberries. Add the oil, honey and lavender extract. Mix well.

APPLICATION Gently apply this over you face and relax for 15 to 20 minutes. Dipping a clean cotton ball into the cold milk, gently wipe off the mask.