Tip of the Day: Milk Makeup Remover

When I first heard that milk could remove makeup, I was a bit hesitant to believe it because there is a billion dollar industry out there that caters to this very kind of thing.  Could it be that the inexpensive, natural, and non-chemical makeup remover is right there in my fridge? Yes. It's true!  The milk actually removed my makeup.

Tip of the Day! Tomatoes for Reduced Pores, Acne

Did you know that tomatoes are an astringent?  Which means, if you apply tomatoes on your face, your pores should start to look noticeably smaller after a few uses.  It's tough to find the right product for your face from stores, and before trying all those chemicals, give the natural ones in your home a try first.  You will save yourself a ton of money experimenting on finding the right product.

Tip of the Day! Cucumber for Wrinkles

Cucumber is a fresh and naturally cleansing astringent, especially on hot days and in the summer.  You can use cucumbers daily to freshen up your face and remove the appearance of fine wrinkles.  If you have a problem with shine, then this homemade remedy is perfect for you!

Tip of the Day! Use Manuka Honey in Your Skincare Routine

If you have been doing research on homemade skin care then you may already be familiar with manuka honey.  Manuka honey is produced in Australia and New Zealand.  For honey to be considered manuka honey, it has to have a manuka pollen count of at least 70%.  It is also important to know how the honey was processed and packaged as some processes may cause honey to lose it's beneficial properties.

Tip of the Day! Lemon Juice as a Toner

Lemon juice is a great, inexpensive alternative to expensive facial toners.  Use this lemon juice toner before you apply your moisturizer or makeup.  The lemon juice acts as an astringent which motivates your pores to close and your face to tighten resulting in smoother skin.  Toners are extremely important to use because they balance your pH level, clear away any last bits of bacteria, and close your pores (which prevents your moisturizer, dirt, etc. from clogging your pores right after you wash).  Cold water also works as a great astringent.

Tip of the Day! Makeup Remover

Recently, I ran out of my makeup remover.  I would probably not be considered a survivalist by any means because I only buy things when I absolutely run out of them!

So, what's a girl supposed to do?

Well, I committed the number 1 make up no-no.  I went to bed with my makeup on.  Most of it smudged off by the time I woke up, leaving me looking like a raccoon.  My skin felt like it had a layer of dirt on it and like it didn't get a chance to "breathe" at all during the night.  It felt horrible! (and, to be honest, didn't look so great either!)

If you find yourself like me and out of makeup remover, you don't have to commit the makeup sin!  Just go to your kitchen pantry and look for grapeseed oil.  Yes. I said oil.

Tip of the Day! Teabags for Dark Under Eye Circles

Dark under eye circles and puffiness are a common problem these days.  The causes may be age and hereditary.  However, lifestyle factors can have a huge affect on the circles and puffiness under our eyes.  Constantly cheating yourself of sleep, not working out, and eating unhealthy salty snacks are some of the many causes of puffiness and under eye circles.

Remember to drink lots of water: about 8-10 glasses a day.  Keeping your body hydrated is one of the easiest ways to avoid water retention and puffiness.

You can use any type of tea bag (black, green etc.) but chamomile are best for puffiness.

Tip of the Day! Coconut Oil for Bruises

COCONUT OIL FOR BRUISES

If you're an easy bruiser like I am, then you will be ECSTATIC about this! 

Coconut oil is great for helping reduce the appearance of bruises.  Not only the appearance, but it actually helps to regenerate the bruised tissue. (Just another one of coconut oil's great benefits!)  Remember to apply ice to your bruise right away to help reduce any discoloring from your bruise.

Just apply directly on bruises:
Massage the oil in an outward motion from the center of your bruise.  A bruise is basically what you can see when your blood vessels right under the skin burst. The various colors of the bruise is the blood from these vessels that has been displaced and is in various stages of recuperation. Coconut oil's healing properties help heal the bruised tissue and skin.