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Could Green Tea Clear Your Acne?
Nov 20 2019
There’s a lot of medication and creams that help with acne but if there was a way to treat acne with natural and non-chemical ways then I’m up for that! Green tea contains antioxidants, anti-inflammatories and antibiotics. It’s rich in something called EGCG that has shown to improve acne and also oily skin. I’ll be discussing the ways you can use green tea below to help keep your skin clear from acne.
Face Masks
Green Tea and Honey
- Get some loose leaf green tea or cut the tea bag open to use the green tea leaves
- Add 3 tablespoons of hot water to the tea leaves
- Add 1 tablespoon of manuka honey
- Mix the ingredients until a paste is formed
- Apply the paste on your face and leave it on for 20-30 minutes
- Wash off with warm water
- Apply this mask 2-3 times a week
Toner
You can make a green tea toner to apply on your face every night before going to sleep. Once you have done your usual skincare routine you can apply the green tea toner.
- Brew some green tea for 1-3 minutes
- Add ice cubes to cool it down
- Once cooled you can apply the green tea to your face with a cotton pad
- Keep this on overnight or if you have sensitive skin then rinse your face with warm water after 20 minutes
Drinking Green Tea
Start drinking 1-3 cups of green tea a day and after a few weeks you will notice an improvement combined with the masks above. Drinking green tea also helps your general health so you should feel better too. Just make sure when drinking or using the above masks that you buy pure green tea and none that contain added flavours or sugar.
See How Banana Peel Can Help Treat Acne!
Jul 19 2019
It’s always great to try and test new skincare methods without spending loads of money on products that may not even suit you or even work. Using natural items also decreases the chance of irritation and bad reactions. So how about using a banana peel that you’d usually throw away? Massaging your face with a banana peel might sound strange but here are some great all-natural tips on how banana peel really can help your acne!
Banana Peel for Acne
- Wash your face with a cleanser
- Pat your face dry
- Rub the inside of the banana peel all over your face for up to 10 minutes
- Wait for another 15-20 minutes and wash your face
Banana peels have tons of antioxidants including lutein, which helps protect the skin. The fatty acids and zinc content helps to combat acne.
Banana Peel and Lemon Juice
- Cut a banana peel into smaller pieces and blend together with lemon juice (half a lemon)
- Use a cotton pad to apply the smooth mixture on your face and acne. Leave it on for 15 mintutes
- Rinse your face with warm water and pat dry.
The acidity from the lemon kills bacteria on the skin, which helps to fight acne.
Banana Peel and Turmeric
- Cut a banana peel into smaller pieces and blend together with 1 tablespoon of turmeric and 1 tablespoon of almond/olive or coconut oil
- Apply this mixture on your face and massage it into the skin for 5 minutes
- Keep the mixture on for a further 10 minutes
- Wash off with warm water and pat dry
Turmeric is anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory and when combined with the banana peel, it helps reduce the size of inflamed acne spots whilst also killing bacteria on the skin.
Banana Peel and Honey
- Cut a banana peel into smaller pieces and blend together with half a tablespoon of raw honey and 1 tablespoon of almond or coconut oil
- Apply the mixture to your skin for 15 minutes
- Wash your face with warm water and pat dry
Honey is not only anti-bacterial but also helps reduce scarring.
You can mix and match the different recipes mentioned above and do them 3-4 times a week. Let us know if you’ve ever used banana peel in your skincare routine!
5 Reasons To Use Turmeric For Amazing Skin
Jun 06 2019
Turmeric is an amazing spice and has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. The most active element in turmeric is called curcumin, which is where most the medicinal properties are from. We’re discussing the amazing benefits of what it can do for the skin.
Acne
Turmeric is an anti-inflammatory so making a homemade turmeric mask can really help to fight any inflamed acne and help to keep the skin clear and radiant. It can also help eczema improve too.
Turmeric Face Mask:
- Get 1 tablespoon of yogurt
- Add 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
- Mix together and apply for 20 mins
- Wash with warm water and pat dry
Scars
The anti-inflammatory properties can help reduce acne scarring and blemishes. Turmeric is also a natural lightening agent so by using a turmeric face mask you can help acne spots calm down whilst also getting rid of previous scarring.
Turmeric Face Mask:
- Get 1 tablespoon of yogurt
- Add 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
- Mix together and apply for 20 mins
- Wash with warm water and pat dry
Psoriasis
The anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of turmeric can really help psoriasis by reducing flare ups and symptoms. You can add turmeric powder to your food or take a supplement. It is best to discuss supplementation with a professional.
Dark Circles
Turmeric can increase blood circulation and is also a natural lightening agent so can reduce puffy under eyes and dark circles. Using a turmeric face mask can really help those dark circles when used consistently.
Turmeric Face Mask:
- Get 1 tablespoon of yogurt
- Add 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
- Mix together and apply for 20 mins
- Wash with warm water and pat dry
Stretch Marks
About 80% of people have stretch marks and whilst they are hard to completely heal, turmeric can help to lighten their appearance.
Make this paste and apply to stretch marks:
- Get 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil
- Add 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
- Add 1 teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Rub this paste onto the affected area once a day
- Leave it on for as long as you can but be careful as it will stain light clothing
5 Reasons Why Apple Cider Vinegar is Amazing for Skin
Apr 24 2019
Fights Acne, Spots & Blemishes
The malic acid that is naturally formed in apple cider vinegar helps to fight acne and gets rid of spots and blemishes. It has anti bacterial and anti fungal properties that help to keep bacteria away, which stop spots from forming.
You can use a diluted mixture with 50% apple cider vinegar and 50% warm water as a face wash or pat it on the skin with a cotton pad.
Fights Wrinkles
Apple cider vinegar can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. You can use a diluted mixture with 50% apple cider vinegar and 50% warm water as a face wash or pat it on the skin with a cotton pad.
Reduce old spots and blemishes
Use 50% apple cider vinegar and 50% warm water as a face wash every day. You will notice that old blemishes start to fade. This helps to remove dead skin cells and unveils healthier and brighter skin.
You can also soak cotton pads in the solution and apply it directly to old spots and blemishes. Keep this on overnight or for sensitive skin wash it off with cool water after 30 minutes.
Balances your skin
Using apple cider vinegar as a face wash will balance your skins pH levels. It gets rid of excess oil whilst also making sure it doesn’t get too dry. It’s best to use the face wash daily to balance your skin.
You can use a diluted mixture with 50% apple cider vinegar and 50% warm water as a face wash or pat it on the skin with a cotton pad.
Removes Toxins
Apple cider vinegar removes toxins from the skin and leaves a fresh glow. Drinking a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar a day also helps to get rid of toxins from the body.
You can use a diluted mixture with 50% apple cider vinegar and 50% warm water as a face wash or pat it on the skin with a cotton pad.