A precious, green beauty isn't complete without her daily health and beauty regimen! Whether you have been using the same beauty products for years or you have recently switched to more natural, non-toxic products, you know that your skin is going to show how well you take care of it. Years ago, I purchased a wonderful little paperback handbook, titled The Herbal Body Book by Stephanie Tourles, filled with natural beauty tips and recipes. Inspired by many of the recipes, I began making a few of my own beauty products at home. One of the things I did, was to experiment with natural ingredients to create facials for myself. Here is one of those fabulous recipes!
STRAWBERRY CLEANSER
- Good for: normal or oily skin
- Use: daily - when strawberries are in season
- Follow with: astringent or toner
- Prep time: 5 to 10 minutes
- Mix with: mortar and pestle, spoon
- Store in: Do not store. Mix only as needed.
- Yields: 1 treatment
- Special: The strawberry juice can also serve as a tooth cleanser and whitener. Very refreshing!
Ingredients: 4 very ripe medium-sized strawberries, sliced , 2 drops essential oil of yarrow or peppermint
Mix/Prepare: Mash the strawberries and press through mesh strainer or squeeze through cheesecloth or panty hose. Catch juice in small condiment bowl. Add essential oil and stir to blend. Apply to face and neck with a saturated cotton square and massage with finger tips for about 1 minute. Avoid eye area. Rinse with cool water.
Yours in a sea of green,
DuEwa Frazier
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