Lemon Sugar Hand Scrub

During the winter I struggled with the embarrassing problem of having dry hands. The dry winter weather has wreaked havoc on my skin in general, so I decided enough was enough. Since many of us are on a budget, I decided to use whatever I have in my pantry to make a simple, easy to use lemon sugar scrub for your skin. You should already have most, if not all, of these items in your kitchen pantry already. If not, these items can be found at your local grocery store for less than $20.

Simple Honey & Rolled Oats Face Mask

This is one of my favorite homemade facials to make because I always have some rolled oats (uncooked) that have already been through the processor in a jar ready to be mixed with the next ingredient.

Honey & Almond Oil Homemade Face Mask

Moisturizing your face is essential for preventing wrinkles and fine lines from appearing later on.  You should start taking care of your skin at a young age.  Of course, the last thing you want to do is risk putting harsh chemicals on your skin so you can start with this homemade remedy.

Life's A Peach: Revitalizing Face Mask

Peaches are really good for your skin which is why they are used in many cosmetic and skin treatments.  They contain Vitamin C and Vitamin E which are imperative in the creation of collagen in your skin.  Applying peaches topically helps your skin tremendously because peaches help unclog pores, smooth fine lines, and revitalize your face.

Moisturizing Honey & Egg Face Mask

Do you have dry, tired looking skin?  If you're suffering from skin that doesn't retain moisture and is consistently dry then this moisturizing honey and egg face mask is the one for you! (If you're looking to nourish your skin for it to be more supple, then this mask will also work).

Apple & Honey Face Mask for Clear Skin

If you are suffering from tired looking, fatigue and stressed out skin then this apple & honey face mask is the one for you!  Give yourself a facial (and mental) uplift by applying this nourishing and protecting apple and honey face mask.

The apple contains vitamins A, B, and C and which your skin will absorb, contains antioxidant properties, and helps relieve damage from the sun.  In fact, apples have been used in many skincare remedies for sunburns due to these properties.  

Apples also contain glycolic acide which helps exfoliate and clear your pores.

Honey is antibacterial and has antioxidant and hygroscopic properties.  All that means is that honey will help get rid of topical bacteria and help retain moisture.  And, antioxidants are substances that help protect your skin from free radicals in the environment (chemicals in the air, etc.)

Honey & Cinnamon Mask for Acne

Acne can be caused by bacteria that lives on your skin.  It clogs your sebaceous glands which are glands that produce sebum which is an oil that is necessary for the lubrication and pH level of your skin.

Honey is a natural antibacterial, and when applied topically can help cure acne.  Cinnamon has microbial properties that can help stop the growth of bacteria and fungi.  Please make sure you're not allergic to any of these ingredients before trying them.

Quick & Simple Honey Lemon Tightening Face Mask

Let's face it. With the emphasis placed on looks these days, and our faces being one of the first things people notice about us, we want to make sure that our skins look tight and smooth so that we can make that great impression!

This is a quick and simple honey and lemon face tightening mask. The honey is an antiseptic.  It's healing properties help soothe, hydrate and nourish your skin. The lemon is a natural astringent that helps clean out your pores and then acts as a toner to close them.

Lemon is a natural cleanser, thus acting as a spot cleaner as well. Remember, lemon juice does bleach so your face will lighten with continued use.

Carrot Face Mask for Oily Skin

Not only are carrots good for your eyes, they are also great for your skin!  Carrots are high in Vitamin A and beta-carotene.  Beta-carotene is a product that comes from plants that the body eventually converts into Vitamin A.  Beta-carotenes are also high in anti-oxidants and acts as an immune booster when taken internally.  When applied topically these vitamins and minerals help to fight against sun damage which is the number one cause of wrinkles.

Coconut Oil & Avocado Face Mask

Virgin Coconut Oil at 76 degrees and below is solid and white in color

Coconut oil is an oil with many healing properties.  It is rich in Vitamins A and K.  It is a great moisturizer as well because it helps your skin retain moisture.  As with any mask make sure that you are not allergic to coconut oil if you haven't used it on your face before.  Warm some up so it's in liquid form and test a little on a small portion of your face to make sure you aren't allergic.

Moisturizing Banana & Honey Face Mask

Bananas have been used for centuries in a variety of ways.  Banana leaves and pulp are commonly used in cooking and for eating.  Plantains are a type of banana that are starchier and harder and cooked.  The more common yellow banana's pulp is consumed raw and the skin is then thrown away, although the skin is edible.

Some alternate uses of bananas include the use of bananas in skin care.  They are a great source of potassium, Vitamin C, fiber which are great for your skin because they nourish your skin.

Try this quick and simple moisturizing banana and honey face mask to provide your skin with essential vitamins and minerals.

Ingredients:

1 banana (ripe) (you don't have to use the whole thing.)
about 1 tsp of honey


Mash the banana and the honey together in a bowl.  Apply the mask onto your face and make sure you avoid your eye area.

Rolled Oats & Bananas Face Mask

Here's a quick and easy way to freshen up for the weekend!  Kick off those work shoes and get to relaxing!

This is a really simple, easy, and all natural banana and oatmeal scrub. You will need four easy to find kitchen items for this scrub and then you are ready to start mixing!