Adventure in the bathroom: Part IV

In this next blog, I’m going to talk about my favorite masks and facials!

Most masks and facials on the market contain Alcohol, paraben waxes, and dyes. They will also add “token” ingredients; small portions of recognizable well-known healthful ingredients to make you BELIEVE they are natural. For example, a lot of skin products claim they contain aloe vera, avocado, or fruit extracts. Just because they contain natural ingredients, does not mean they are worth the price jump, or the effects they have on your skin. They include very small overly processed amounts of natural ingredients. Because of all the added chemicals, this pretty much destroys and cancels out any properties these ingredients may have. The best thing to do, is to buy your own from the grocery store, and make them yourself!

What will you need in your cupboard, ready and handy for an emergency skin care?

$10-20lb Bentonite Clay:
This is a MUST for a major skin detoxer! This is grayish white clay; it is not too harsh on the skin, like red and brown clays. You can pick this up at your natural health food store; you only need a few ounces, and it lasts months. Take a small amount(about ¼ tsp)and mix w/ a few drops of water. Spread onto face, and let dry, then wash off. You may notice a bit of redness for up to an hour if you have never used it before. Do not be alarmed, your face will return to its natural color, and your pores will be clean and small! Use once a week, if needed. I recommend moisturizing w/ Jojoba oil after the redness fades.

Egg whites:
Use one raw egg white, spread onto face and let dry, then wash off. You will notice your skin feels an increase in breathing, softness, and pore shrinkage!

$3.00 lb Raw honey mask:
You can pick up raw honey from your local grocer, or specialty health food store. Spread onto face thinly, let sit for 15-30 minutes, and wash off. Your skin will be cleansed and hydrated! It’s an awesome moisturizer!

$3-7 Aloe Vera:
You can buy a fresh piece of aloe, from your grocer or specialty store! It is awesome for scars, calming blemishes, and moisturizing. Slice off a small piece, rub onto face, let dry and rinse.

What are your favorite natural masks?