Natural Beautifiers

Who doesn't like them? They are accessible, inexpensive, and very effective!

I have been a huuuuge fan of DIY cosmetics for the longest time. So far, nothing in this topic has changed - I am still eagerly tucking into homemade household products, but somehow I don't move myself to a worthy preparation of mayonnaise or a homemade jam. Oh, wait! I almost forgot - I happened to make my own peach jam once (and only once!). And believe it or not, but it was very tasty! I even sold a couple of jars to a local restaurant. So maybe there is a hidden culinary talent in me (at least so I hope), but stitched very deep, and poking its head out only from time to time.

But today it was supposed to be about something else. About a return to the roots, but in a completely different way. Instead of talking about food, it will be about homemade cosmetics. I recently tried a few recipes, and decided to share them, because what women doesn't like to get prettied up for less? Especially when we can find some very intense beautifiers right in our kitchens!

In a small bowl dissolve six tablets of aspirin (uncoated) - in a little bit of milk (about a teaspoon, just so the aspirin can form a thick paste) and two drops of honey. Put it all over your face, avoiding eyes. Ideally, the paste should be not too thin, because then it will run down, and not too thick, because it will crush off. To get it right, you just have to give it a few tries. I already imposed this mask dozens of times, and yet every time it comes out a little different. Keep the mask on for 20-30 minutes, and wash off with warm water, gently massaging in circular movements (it is a great scrub!). Your face will be baby smooth, soft and wonderful to touch. I usually use this mask once a week.

Aspirin has exfoliating properties - helps to remove dead, cornified cells, and stimulates growth of new skin cells. It is anti-inflammatory and antibacterial, promoting the healing process of breakouts and irritation, therefore it helps to fight acne

I use it also once a week.

Into a small bowl pour a tablespoon of baking soda, and then proceed like with the Aspirin Face Mask (above): add milk and honey.

The skin will be cleansed, smooth and radiant .

Pour boiling water over a few twigs of dried rosemary. This should brew for at least half an hour, covered. Wait until the brew cools down, then drain rosemary, and rinse hair after washing. I personally have my brew in a pot, and I keep my head over a bowl, to be able to transfer the brew back and forth between the pot and the bowl, and rinse my hair several times in a row. At the end of the process I dip my hair in the bowl, and hold it like that as long as I can (the position is not too comfortable!).

Rosemary is antibacterial, it relieves symptoms of dandruff, and keeps your scalp in a healthy condition. Apparently it encourages a faster hair growth, as well as it works as a gentle hair dye. Of course, for the best darkening results, the rinse should be applied at least twice a week.

This one I do not recommend! I just thought you maybe heard of it, and I can give you an honest opinion!

It is very simple: open a can of condensed milk (I used unsweetened), and use it instead of a conditioner, after washing your hair.

I thought to my self: nice and easy, and I heard so many times about milk's benefits for your skin. Let me tell you: it was awful! Just awful! Never again! I hated it, but maybe you will like it...

First of all, this rinse didn't do anything for me - my hair didn't get any softer or more delicate, like some claim, and I couldn't comb it through at all . Secondly, the smell of milk didn't leave me all night (I went to bed after taking a shower), I smelled it on my pillow, and I couldn't stand it!

Personally, I don't recommend it.

This is very simple: apply best quality bee’s honey around the skin of your eyes. Easy!

Yes, I tried it, because after all, women love to change their mind and appearance!

After washing your hair, sprinkle a few drops of lemon. This adds some shine, and gently lightens up.

I am all up for trying new things, that could benefit my health (as long as they seem safe)! I will let you know, if I discover something new and worth sharing!

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