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Homemade Beauty Remedies

Beauty Apr 30, 2014

by Reetu Singh

Want great skin and stronger hair? Start with what you've got in your fridge!

Make your hair shinier, nails stronger and skin glow this summer with these easy DIY recipes using natural products you already have at home.

Acne

Acne is a major issue with South Asian skin. When the pores on the face become clogged due to the accumulation of sebum, dead cells and dirt, it leads to pimples – even for adults. It’s more common for oily skin types, but even if you have dry and normal skin you probably know what it's like to wake up with a blemish. Here's how to prevent breakouts with a simple recipe to achieve a clearer complexion. A clean face is key.

– Never go to sleep with makeup on
– Use a toner (it will pick up anything left behind from cleansing)
– Once a week gently exfoliate your skin to rid it of dead skin cells

Recipe

"Strawberries are a great natural source of salicylic acid, which is found in lots of products that fight acne," says Sorina Groza, head of beauty at Beauty & Melody. "Mix three to four strawberries with two tablespoons of natural yogurt and leave the mixture on your skin for 10 minutes before rinsing it off with chilled water."

Strawberry face mask/ younghopes

Scars

Acne, burns, cuts, surgery, accidents and childbirth all lead to scars. Natural remedies can improve the damage that was done to the skin, so that it looks healthy again.

– Moisturize daily with Vitamin E
– Try aloe vera reduce inflammation to decrease the size and look of the scar

Recipe

Dr. Andrew Weil recommends honey to minimize scarring. Apply honey to scars and leave overnight. Honey is gentle to your skin and reduces redness and irritation. It also fades acne scarring and dark marks while softening the skin. The secret is the antibacterial properties of honey.

Honey scar treatment/ honeymaskforacne

Hair

Everyone wants shiny, strong healthy hair, but at times your shampoo may not be doing all it’s meant to do. Humidity, sweat and heat can make your hair limp. That’s when home remedies come in to pick up the slack.

– Avoid hot water as it strips away the natural oils of your hair
– Try to limit washing your hair to every two or three days and let natural oils replenish your hair
– Prevent chlorine damage by applying conditioner to your hair before jumping into the pool

Recipe

Dairy products like sour cream and plain yogurt can help reverse the damage of styling and air pollution. "Lactic acid gently strips away dirt, while the milk fat moisturizes," says Lisa Belkin, author of The Cosmetics Cookbook. Belkin recommends this recipe: Massage 1/2 cup sour cream or plain yogurt into damp hair and let sit for 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water, followed by cool water, then shampoo hair as you normally would. Treatment can be applied every other week.

Dairy hair mask/ quickhealth

Nails

The secret to perfect nails is routine protection and treatment. Try incorporating these tips into your daily routine and taking the time for this easy smoothing treatment weekly.

– Wear gloves when washing the dishes
– Use cuticle oil to moisturize your nails
– Stop picking and biting your nails

Recipe

"To improve the look of your nails, massage them with a mix of sugar (to smooth), olive oil (to moisturize) and lemon juice (to lightly bleach)," says Bela Pandit, DPM, a podiatrist in Evergreen Park, IL. Combine a teaspoon of each in a small bowl and rub it into your nails and cuticles in a circular motion for 5 to 10 minutes.

Strong and healthy nails/ medindia

Do you have your own homemade beauty recipe you swear by? Chime in and leave us a comment below to let us know!

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Reetu Singh

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Hairstylist at heart, Reetu Singh has built her business one haircut at a time and can be found running her own salon, Style by Reetu, located in Milton, ON. Feeding her passion for creativity, Reetu also works on photo shoots, make over’s, editorials ...

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