Tuesday, November 23, 2010

toner and scrub!

i have learn about home spa and thought about it with my cousin :). so i have learn that making spa at home is quite easy and much cheaper...i gonna talk about toner and scrubs, i will introduce 2 types of toner and 2 types of scrub. but first the tips
...the best time to bathe is when stomach is empty...the salted water will help alleviate light-headedness some people experience when soaking in hot water.
...the baths deprive your body fluid, and drinking alchohol before of during bath increase dehydration.

1.Apple toner.(intended for oily skin)
2/3 cup witch hazel
1/3 cup of apple cider vinegar,
2-5 drops Lavender Essential Oil (or essential oil of your choice)

Combine and add to clean bottle. Shake bottle well before using, and then dampen a cotton ball or pad saturated with your toner, and swab over face. Witch hazel is a gentle astringent, apple cider vinegar will help restore your skin's natural pH balance, and lavender soothes sensitive skin.

2.Blueberry toner (Make this mask the day you plan to use it, and do not store.)
3 tablespoons steamed, crushed blueberries
1/2 Cup sour cream or plain yogurt

Purée ingredients in a blender at low speed until well mixed and fluffy. Apply to face and neck. Let penetrate for 15-20 minutes. Rinse off with tepid water. If you find the mask is too runny after blending, you should refrigerate for one hour or until of the consistency you desire.

ok now the scrubs

1.Petal Soft Face Scrub
Quarter size amount of facial cleanser (baby wash works great!)
1 drop of rose essential oil
1 teaspoon baking soda

Apply to wet face in gentle, circular motion, paying attention to nose, forehead and chin while avoiding sensitive eye area. Rinse with warm water. Apply your favorite moisturizer.

2.ALMOND-MAYONNAISE SCRUB
Dry Skin Exfoliator
1/4 Cup almonds
1/8 teaspoon mayonnaise

Grind almonds in blender until they form fine almond meal. Whirl in mayonnaise. Gentle rub scrub onto your face, and leave in place 10 minutes. Rinse. Use a toner thereafter. Shelf Life: Refrigerate for 2-3 weeks.

home spa are great stuff to use with your girlfriends, slumber parties or anything!

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