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Newspaper Nails

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Tue, 07 Apr 2015 13:29:00 +0000

Things you will need

Newspaper
Nail Polish - clear or light pink
Nail Polish Remover
Clear Top Coat
Rubbing Alcohol
Scissors
Cotton Swabs
A Small Dish

Directions:

Apply a coat of nail polish and let dry completely. . Cut out small pieces of the newspaper, just large enough to cover your entire nail.
Pour some rubbing alcohol into your dish. Dip your nail into the rubbing alcohol, holding it there for about 10 seconds, then firmly press a piece of newspaper onto your nail for 20 seconds.
Carefully peel off the newspaper so that the print doesn’t smudge. Do this for all the nails and let nails dry for 15 minutes
Apply a clear top coat, this will seal the newsprint and give you a natural shiny finish.
Take a cotton swab with nail polish remover and clean up the edges for a finished look.

Tips to tone and firm legs

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Thu, 02 Apr 2015 15:40:00 +0000

Want Great Legs?

Climb stairs two at a time, with a straight back and without using the handrail.

When at your desk sit with your lower back against the chair, stretch your legs out then raise and lower legs together or alternate for 20 counts.

Lie on the ground on your back. Slowly raise your legs until your body forms a 90 degree angle and then slowly lower your legs. Make sure that you are not using your hands to help you and that your legs are doing the work. Do about 20 reps of this a day.

Raise up out of a chair without using your arms. Use the muscles in your thighs to raise your body while keeping your back straight.

Stand with feet apart shoulder with or without a 5 pound dumbbell in each hand. Step forward with one foot and make sure the front thigh is parallel with the ground. Hold this position for 10 seconds. Repeat with the other leg, do a couple of reps

Sit with your knees slightly bent and grip a cushion between them. Squeeze the cushion for 8 counts as if trying to crush it. Repeat 20 times.

5 Minute Facelift

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Fri, 18 Apr 2014 23:33:00 +0000

The idea of exercising your face may seem strange but, as thousands of people are discovering, it is the most reliable way to keep or rejuvenate your facial looks. Whether you are eighteen or eighty you can look and feel better with facial exercise.

There are sixteen major groups of muscles that influence how the face looks and these muscles are just like any other muscles in your body. As we age they lose tone and volume because the normal range of exercise that they perform in day to day life, like eating, smiling and facial expression is not enough to keep them from deteriorating.

Simple toning exercises can help to firm the contours of the face and prevent or reduce the visible signs of aging that inevitably take their toll as the years pass by. Another benefit of exercising the facial muscles is better skin quality. Exercise stimulates blood flow in the muscles and surrounding tissues, so the skin receives a better supply of regenerating blood. See how your face glows with vitality after only a few minutes of exercising.

I don't, however, want you to get the idea that exercising the face should be done aggressively or with great force. The facial muscles are not designed to work in that way. Just perform the techniques exactly as described and you will get most benefit. For the type of muscle toning we are aiming for there is no need to overwork the muscles - more is not necessarily better for this type of exercise

Natural Beauty Remedies

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Thu, 28 Nov 2013 17:48:00 +0000

Using natural ingredients to make your beauty remedies at home is fun ,easy and inexpensive. Ingredients can be found right in your own kitchen...
The best part of this is knowing what you are applying to your skin, no harsh chemicals and preservatives. You see whatever you apply to your skin is absorbed by it.

Acne
Slice a clove of garlic in half. Hold the halved clove on the affected area for a few minutes. Repeat as often as necessary.
Make up a solution of two tablespoons of white vinegar with one cup of boiled, cooled water. Dab the solution on the affected area several times a day. Always wash the skin before applying.

Blackheads
To loosen blackheads, mix equal quantities of baking soda and water and rub gently on face for 2-3 minutes rinse with warm water, or mix 2 tbsp cornmeal with water to make a thick paste, apply to face and then rinse.

Wrinkle Remover
Cut a seedless grape in half, gently crush it on your face and neck. Leave for 20 minutes and rinse with tepid water. Good for crows feet and lines around the mouth.

Hair Restorer
Massage this preparation into the scalp with the fingertips once a day. You will be amazed at the results.
1 teaspoon of honey
6 tablespoons distilled water
dash of olive oil

Dry Elbows & Knees
Mash pineapple and apply , leave for 20 mins, rinse and see the results.

Dandruff
Massage herb or lavender vinegar into the scalp before washing the hair. Repeat this several times each week until it clears.
Mix 3tbsp lime juice with 1/4 cup coconut oil and massage. Shampoo after 45 mins.
Hair Cleanser
After washing the hair rinse in a solution of 100ml of cider vinegar mixed with 570ml of warm water.

Complexion cream
Beat one tablespoon of freshly beaten corn-oil with one egg yolk. Add one tablespoon at honey and mix to a smooth paste. Apply with a soft brush or cotton wool. Leave on the skin for fifteen minutes. Wash off with rose water.

Liver Spots
Make a solution of one part of onion juice with two parts of vinegar. Rub onto the affected skin several times a day. Within a few weeks this treatment will begin to have it's effect.

Sunburn Lotion
Mix two cupfuls of apple cider vinegar with a tablespoon of honey. This makes a good cooling sunburn lotion.

Elbow Cream
Rub the cream on the elbows and arms. Massage the area to make sure the cream is well rubbed in.
1 tablespoon of honey
1 tablespoon of lemon juice
1 tablespoon of pressed safflower oil
Thoroughly mix all ingredients together before using

Scalp Cleanser
Mince 10 cloves of garlic and mix with 150m1 (6f1 oz) of castor oil. Cover and leave for 48 hours. Strain the liquid into a bottle. The cleanser should be massaged into the scalp with the finger-tips. Wrap the head in a warm towel and leave for about one hour. Afterwards shampoo the hair thoroughly.

Rough Skin
Honey can be used to smooth rough hands and is said to delay the ageing process if a little is smoothed into the skin every night before bed.

Skin Discoloration
Use honey and watercress juice in equal quantities. Make a thin paste and spread on the affected part of the skin. Leave for two hours and wash off with rose water. Repeat daily until the discoloration disappears.

Nail Whitener
Put 1 cup warm water in a bowl, add 1denture tablet. Soak hands for 10 minutes, rinse with warm water.

Nail Hardener
Harden nails by soaking in warm olive oil every 2 days.

Feet Softener
Soften feet by soaking them in a bath of epsom salts and warm water.
The homemade beauty recipes on this website are intended as general information only, and are not a substitute for the medical advice of your own doctor.
Use these recipes and ideas at your own risk.

Making Fragrances

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 00:13:00 +0000

HOW TO MAKE FRAGRANCES

Basic Perfume Recipe

2 cups water

1 cup fresh chopped flower blossoms

In a bowl place a cheese cloth over a bowl and let the edges hang over the sides

Fill with flower blossoms, pour water over the flowers until they are covered,leave overnight.

The next day using the edges of the cheese cloth, pull it out of the bowl and gently squeeze the scented water in a small pot.

Simmer the water until 1 teaspoon is left, cool and place into a small bottle.

Shelf life 1 month

Use flowers that are highly fragrant.

Acne Tips

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:33:00 +0000

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If you have acne or spots on your face then it need’s some extra care. A little change in your lifestyle is necessary to get an acne free healthy skin. Avoid spicy foods, eat lots of salads, juices and fruits. Also avoid smoking.

You should keep your skin clean. Wash skin with a mild soap or face wash ,then use a toner or rose water. Rose water is a very good toner and is great on oily skin.

Take a tomato slice and rub on the skin. After about 15 minutes wash face with cold water. It will help to remove the acne and any scars. Your skin will also glow from using the tomato.

Tomatoes are packed with great astringent and cooling properties to help reduce pore size and brighten dull skin. They are also rich in Vitamin C and Lycopene that battle aging.

Tomatoes absorbs surplus oil and also helps get rid of pimples, soften and nourish the dry skin. Relieves irritated skin from excessive sun exposure.

Tips For Glowing Skin

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 00:29:00 +0000

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Glowing skin

Prepare a mask by mixing a slice of pumpkin with egg yolk and milk. Let this mask set on your face for 30 minutes for a glowing skin.

A face mask of egg white and honey gently removes the tan from your face.

Cucumber is a natural cleanser. Mix cucumber juice with milk and use it instead of a cleanser.

For Oily skin, apply a mixture of grapes, lemon and egg white Leave it for 20 minutes and rinse with warm water.
While lemon acts as a natural cleanser, grapes will soften your skin and egg whites will tighten it. Don’t be alarmed if your skin tingles.

Mix honey, lemon and vegetable oil .This mixture is a good moisturizer for dry skin. Apply this mask for 10 minutes.
Apply the mixture of honey and milk on the face . This will make your skin glow.

Mix half-a-cup honey to your bath water for soft and smooth skin.

Carrot juice applied daily fades blemishes.

For dark underarms and neck apply lemon juice mixed with cucumber juice and a pinch of turmeric daily. Leave this on for 20 minutes.

For Removing facial hair.. Apply a sticky paste of egg white blended with sugar and corn flour. When it dries, gently peel it off. Repeat this three to four times a week.

Thin apple slices rubbed onto oily skin will help in controlling oily shine.

For Supple skin, apply a ripe smashed banana on your face for 20 minutes daily.
Cauliflower juice applied on warts regularly will make them fall.

For Fair skin, try this natural bleach. Mix orange peels (sun dried and powdered) with milk. Apply this paste for 25 minutes and wash off.

Apply the mixture of tomato juice and honey on the face and neck , wash it after 15 minutes.

Add a pinch of yeast with 2 teaspoon of vinegar and 1 teaspoon milk apply.

Mix 1 table spoon of barley powder with half teaspoon of lime juice and 1 teaspoon of honey. Apply it on the face and wash after 20 minutes.

Mix pineapple juice and carrot juice together and apply it on the face and wash it after 15 minutes.

Apply the mixture of coconut water and thick pineapple juice.

Make a paste with 1/2 teaspoon of milk powder, 1/4 teaspoon of egg white and 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice and apply on the face.

For dry skin, Make a paste with egg yolk, olive oil and lemon juice. Apply it on the neck and face, wash it out after 10 minutes.

For oily skin, take a mixture of oatmeal and egg white and apply it on the neck and face

Crush garlic and take the juice and apply it on the face daily to reduce pimples

Beauty Tips

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 12:09:00 +0000

Mix six-teaspoon petroleum jelly, two-teaspoon glycerin and two-teaspoon lemon juice. Apply this moisturizing lotion at least twice a week if you have dry and flaky, arms and legs

If you have cracked heels, melt paraffin wax; mix it with little mustard oil and apply on the affected area. Leave it overnight. After 10 or 15 days, your heels will become smooth.

Massage your body with a mixture of coconut oil and any of your scented oils like lavender or rosemary.
For rough palms, use a mixture of glycerin and lime juice in equal proportion.

Remove scars on your hands and feet by rubbing them with lemon peel.

A facemask of egg white and honey gently removes the tan from your face.

Cucumber is a natural cleanser. Mix cucumber juice with milk and use it instead of a cleanser.

For oily skin, apply a mixture of grapes, lemon and egg
white Leave it for 20 minutes and rinse with warm water.
While lemon acts as a natural cleanser, grapes will soften your skin and egg whites will tighten it. Don’t be alarmed if your skin tingles.

Mix honey, lemon and vegetable oil .This mixture is a good moisturizer for dry skin. Apply this mask for 10 minutes.
Apply the mixture of honey and milk on the face . This will make your skin glow.

Prepare a mask by mixing a slice of pumpkin with egg yolk and milk. Let this mask set on your face for 30 minutes for a glowing skin.
Mix half-a-cup honey to your bath water for soft and smooth skin.

Carrot juice applied daily fades blemishes.

For dark underarms and neck apply lemon juice mixed with cucumber juice and a pinch of turmeric daily. Leave this on for 20 minutes.

For removing facial hair.. Apply a sticky paste of egg white blended with sugar and corn flour. When it dries, gently peel it off. Repeat this three to four times a week.

Thin apple slices rubbed onto oily skin will help in controlling oily shine.

For supple skin, apply a ripe smashed banana on your face for 20 minutes daily.
Cauliflower juice applied on warts regularly will make them fall.

For a fair skin, try this natural bleach. Mix orange peels (sun dried and powdered) with milk. Apply this paste for 25 minutes and wash off.

Apply the mixture of tomato juice and honey on the face and neck , wash it after 15 minutes.

Add a pinch of yeast with 2 teaspoon of vinegar and 1 teaspoon milk apply.

Mix 1 table spoon of barley powder with half teaspoon of lime juice and 1 teaspoon of honey. Apply it on the face and wash after 20 minutes.

Mix pineapple juice and carrot juice together and apply it on the face and wash it after 15 minutes.

Apply the mixture of coconut water and thick pineapple juice.

Make a paste with 1/2 teaspoon of milk powder, 1/4 teaspoon of egg white and 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice and apply on the face.

For dry skin, Make a paste with egg yolk, olive oil and lemon juice. Apply it on the neck and face, wash it out after 10 minutes.

For oily skin, take a mixture of oatmeal and egg white and apply it on the neck and face

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Body Scrubs 2

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 11:16:00 +0000

GRAPEFRUIT SUGAR SCRUB

1-1/2 cups white table sugar
8 drops grapefruit essential oil
2 drops red food coloring (optional)
1/4 cup jojoba oil
1/4 cup liquid castile soap

Place sugar into a large bowl and stir to break up any clumps. Add the essential oil. Add one or two drops of red food coloring if you'd like it pink! Mix very well to make sure the color is evenly dispersed. Add the jojoba oil and Castile soap next, a little at a time, stirring after each addition. Mix well and the pour into clean container. To use, stand in the tub or shower and massage the sugar scrub onto your skin. Rinse.

ALMOND BODY SCRUB

2/3 cup ground almonds

1/3 cup oatmeal

1/2 teaspoon of herbs (lavender, chamomile, etc) (optional) Plain yogurt, milk, or buttermilk, sufficient to make a paste

Essential Oils for scent (optional)

Combine the dry ingredients in a blender or food processor until they are reduced to a coarse meal. Keep this "scrub base" in a glass jar with a screw top in your refrigerator until ready to use. When you want to use the scrub base, scoop out 1/4 cup into a small bowl, and stir in enough of the liquid ingredients (vary it by what you have on hand -- yogurt and milk are best, but water works) to make a paste. Yogurt and milk are natural exfoliates known as alpha hydroxy acids, and they will slough off dead skin cells even without the scrub. Scoop up the paste with your hands or a washcloth, and rub over your body to exfoliate peeling skin. Rinse thoroughly.

FRUIT SALAD BODY MASK

2 slices pineapple - rind removed
1/2 med. honeydew melon - rind removed
1 doz. green grapes
1 med. banana - peeled
1 med. kiwi fruit – peeled

Puree all ingredients in a food processor. Rub all over your body, rinse

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Body Scrubs

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 12:41:00 +0000

BODY SCRUBS

Body scrubs will exfoliate and slough off dead skin cells leaving your body soft and smooth. they are simple and inexpensive to make. So get in your kitchen and begin to make your own scrubs.

Coffee Body Scrub

2 cups of coarsely ground coffee
1/2 cup raw sugar or sea salt
2-3 T massage oil
Mix all ingredients together. Take a hot shower to moisten your skin and open your pores. Using wide, circular motions, rub the coffee exfoliant onto your skin with strong, even pressure. Shower off, pat skin dry, and apply a thin layer of your favorite body lotion.

Moisturizing Body Scrub

1/2 cup liquid glycerin
1/2 cup water
2 1/2 to 3 cups sugar or salt (white sugar, brown sugar, or table salt)
1 teaspoon solid coconut butter or solid coconut oil
6 drops of essential oil of your choice, or combine several (not to exceed 6 drops)
Combine glycerin, water, and one cup of sugar or table salt until the salt/sugar has mostly dissolved. Add the remainder of the sugar/salt until you have a rather pasty mixture, at a consistency you prefer. Meanwhile, melt the coconut butter or oil in a small container, in your microwave. MELT, but do not overheat. Stir the melted coconut oil into your sugar mixture, and stir well. Last, add the six drops of essential oils of your choice, stirring to blend. Melt and add more coconut butter or oil to reach your desired consistency. Transfer your mixture to an airtight container or jar, and cool until slightly thickened. Use as an after shower or after bath moisturizing body scrub.

Glycerin and Honey Sugar Scrub

1 cup fine loose salt or loose sugar
3 teaspoons liquid glycerin
1 teaspoon pure honey
3-5 drops of your favorite essential oil
Optional: Pinch of lavender blossoms (available in the bulk department of good health food stores), or chamomile, or dried herbs of your choice, chopped exceedingly fine.

Mix ingredients well and store in an airtight container. Add more liquid ingredients if you prefer a thinner end-product. Stir thoroughly before use. This keeps very well, and in fact, the honey acts as preservative. Use small amounts when scrubbing the nose, being careful not to irritate or get it in the eyes. Scrub elbows, hands, knees, and feet. Rinse in warm water, pat dry, and apply your favorite lotion afterward

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How to Prevent Acne

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 11:45:00 +0000

Many young people as well as older adults suffer from Acne. There is really no “cure” for acne and one can only take measures to help prevent acne. Acne is a condition of clogged pores caused by overactive oil glands. This usually occurs in puberty and can continue into adulthood in some cases. There are some measures you can take to prevent acne or at least keep its severity to a minimum:

· Make sure that you keep your skin clean. Wash regularly. Washing regularly helps to get rid of the excess oil on your skin plus bacteria and dead skin cells that can clog pores and cause outbreaks.

· Get the proper amount of rest. Your body restores and refreshes skin cells while you are resting. Teenagers are notorious for not getting enough rest but it is essential in helping to prevent acne.

· Don’t squeeze or pick at pimples because this has the risk of producing a more severe infection.

· After you exercise take a shower so that the sweat does not contribute to clogging your pores and producing another acne outbreak. Make sure if you exercise at college, university, at work, there are shower facilities. You do not want to wait hours after exercise before getting a shower.

· Wear clean white t-shirts to help keep acne off your back. The white t-shirts tend to absorb the excess oils in your skin and will help to prevent acne on your back at least.

· Take off any makeup before going to bed. Again, the key here is to keep your pores clear of oil and bacteria and help prevent acne outbreaks.

· Don’t use oil-based sunscreen or skin lotions if you have a tendency for acne outbreaks. These will only contribute to the problem.

· After washing, you can also use a cleaning solution on your skin containing what is known as Salicylic Acid. Only use a 2% solution. This can be found in some acne cleaning pad products.

The most important key to preventing acne outbreaks is to keep your pores clear. Clogged pores are the main cause of acne.

Adam Smith is co-owner of HowToAll, a site with information on how to get things done. It provides tips and do-it-yourself information on various categories. http://www.howtoall.com

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Happy New Year

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Christmas Blessings

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 05:30:00 +0000

Christmas Blessings to all my friends and visitors.
I want to wish you the kind of joy and happiness you have given to numerous lives out there, as you have brought hope and encouragement and joy throughout the year .
May the dream that's closest to your heart be fulfilled in the coming days. Thank you for visiting.

I am looking forward to a short time of rest this week until the New Year.It is the only time I get a chance to take a well deserved break.

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Facial Tips

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 11:46:00 +0000

1. A face mask of egg white and honey gently removes the tan from your face.

2. Cucumber is a natural cleanser. Mix cucumber juice with milk and use it instead of a cleanser.

3.For oily skin, apply a mixture of grapes, lemon and egg
white Leave it for 20 minutes and rinse with warm water.

4. While lemon acts as a natural cleanser, grapes will soften your skin and egg whites will tighten it. Don’t be alarmed if your skin tingles.

5. Mix honey, lemon and vegetable oil .This mixture is a good moisturizer for dry skin. Apply this mask for 10 minutes.
Apply the mixture of honey and milk on the face . This will make your skin glow.

6. Prepare a mask by mixing a slice of pumpkin with egg yolk and milk. Let this mask set on your face for 30 minutes for a glowing skin

7. For removing facial hair.. Apply a sticky paste of egg white blended with sugar and corn flour. When it dries, gently peel it off. Repeat this three to four times a week.

8. Crush garlic and take the juice and apply it on the face daily to reduce pimples

9. Add a pinch of yeast with 2 teaspoon of vinegar and 1 teaspoon milk and apply to face for a clearer complexion.

10. For a fair skin, try this natural bleach. Mix orange peels (sun dried and powdered) with milk. Apply this paste for 25 minutes and wash off.

11. Carrot juice applied daily fades blemishes.

12. For a fair skin, try this natural bleach. Mix orange peels (sun dried and powdered) with milk. Apply this paste for 25 minutes and wash off.

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Taking care of your lips

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 12:04:00 +0000

Lips

How to make your lipstick last.

Pat foundation on lips then apply lipstick. Place a tissue over your lips and press to blot.
Leaving tissue in place, dust translucent powder or baby powder on your lips through the tissue. Enough powder seeps through the tissue to set lipstick without changing color

Apply the juice of lemon skin for avoiding black colour of lips

You can mix one-tablespoon cranberry sauce juice with two tablespoons Vaseline for a delicious home made lip balm.

HONEY CITRUS LIP GLOSS

7-8 tsp. sweet almond oil
2 tsp. beeswax
1 Vitamin E capsule
1 tsp. honey
5 drops citrus flavoring or essential oil (we like lime)
Microwave-safe container with lid
Cosmetic / balm container with lid

Melt the sweet almond oil and beeswax together in the microwave safe container for 1-2 minutes. Remove the mixture from the microwave, and pierce the vitamin E capsule with a pin or tip fo a knife, and squirt into mixture. Whisk the contents of the VitE capsure, honey, and flavoring, into the oil mixture, continuing to whisk until set. Spoon your new lip gloss into a small, balm container with tight lid.

ALOE VERA LIP GLOSS

1 tsp aloe vera gel

1/2 tsp coconut oil

1 tsp petroleum jelly

Mix the ingredients in a glass bowl, and microwave for 1 - 2 minute

drop on a spoon and set in the

refrigerator to cool for a few minutes. Test on your lips. For a softer

lip balm, add more oil. For a harder lip balm, add more beeswax.

LEMON LIP GLOSS

1 tsp Honey
1 T Vitamin E Oil
1 tsp. of Aloe Vera
2 tsp of grated beeswax
1 T pure almond extract
6 Drops of Lemon Essential Oil

Melt beeswax, remove from heat and while constantly stirring - Add honey, Aloe Vera, Almond extract, Vitamin E. Add the Lemon essential oil last

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Taking care of your eyes

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 12:23:00 +0000

Eye care

Dip wads of cotton in a chilled mixture of cucumber and potato juice. Keep this on your eyelids for 15 to 20 minutes and gently wash it off. Apply a little baby oil.
For long eyelashes.., apply a thin coat of castor oil every night. It strengthens lashes and cools your eyes.
Massage a few drops of coconut oil around the eyes to get rid off dark circles.

To reduce puffiness of your eyes, grate a potato; tie in a cloth and place the cloth over your eyes for about 15 minutes.

Add a small pinch of salt in water and wash for bright and sparkling eyes.

Place cotton wool swabs dipped in cold milk on closed eyes for removing dark circles.

For dull looking eyes combine 3 teaspoon cucumber juice with 6 drops rosewater, dip a cotton ball in this mixture and place on your eyes for 10 minutes.

Rub an eyebrow brush or toothbrush over a wet cake of soap. Brush up your eyebrows they will look thicker and stay in place for hours.

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Keeping hair healthy and shiny

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 13:00:00 +0000

Hair

To keep hair healthy and shiny it is better to apply castor oil to hair and wash hair with tea once a week. Mix a little vinegar in warm water and rinse your hair with this solution. This will add bounce to dull and lifeless hair.

Apply the mixture of an egg white, 2 spoon of castor oil, 1 spoon glycerin, in the scalp and hair. Wash it after some time.

Massage hair with warm coconut oil an hour before washing. Let it soak. Cover your head with a hot towel and wash your hair after an hour or so.

Eat lots of fruits and vegetables because what you put inside your body will reflect outside.

LEMON EGG SHAMPOO

1 egg
1 tsp. lemon juice
3 tbs. unscented shampoo
Fragrance of your choice

Mix ingredients thoroughly, wash hair and rinse.
Great for giving your hair bounce and shine.

HERBAL SHAMPOO

1-cup water
3 tsp rosemary
3 tsp orange peel
3 tsp lavender
3 tsp mint
3 tsp thyme
1 tsp lemon peel
1-cup baby shampoo

Boil water and add herbs. Simmer on very low heat for 15 minutes. Let cool then add baby shampoo. Store in attractive jar and enjoy.

COCONUT HOT OIL TREATMENT

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tsp coconut oil

Mix thoroughly and apply to hair as needed before shampooing. Wrap head in hot towel and let set for 30 minutes.

DEEP CONDITIONER 1

1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 avocado

Mix ingredients, rub into hair, wrap with a towel for 30 minutes.Shampoo as usual.

DEEP CONDITIONER 2

1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup olive oil

Mix ingredients, rub into hair, cover hair with shower cap for 30 minutes. Shampoo as usual

HAIR SHINE

1 tsp honey
4 cups warm water

After shampoo ,pour honey and water mixture into hair, do not rinse out

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Bare Escentuals RareMinerals(TM) Skin Revival Treatment

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 11:38:00 +0000

What it is: The groundbreaking Bare Escentuals RareMinerals(TM) Skin Revival Treatment is the first and only clinically-proven mineral-based skincare treatment to deliver clearer, brighter, smoother-looking skin while you sleep. An exclusive blend of 100% pure RareMinerals(TM) derived from untouched virgin soil and in potent powder form, it's the perfect nutrient carrier for vitamins A and C and a host of botanical extracts.What it does:Naturally activated by your own skin, it effectively yet comfortably delivers benefits such as visibly-reduced lines and wrinkles, reduced sun damage, more refined pores, brighter complexion, softer, smoother texture, less noticeable redness, and clearer and firmer-looking skin. Containing no preservatives and zero irritants whatsoever, it's ideal for all skin types, including those with the most sensitive skin conditions, like rosacea.What else you need to know:The Pillow Puff(TM) applicator provides flawless delivery and exact application, so you can infuse nutrients while diffusing imperfections

Customer Reviews

1. I think everyone with skin problems should give this a good faithful try. Use it consistently every night and you'll see a difference!

2. My face stopped breaking out and it looked clear and healthy. Many people asked me what I was doing differently. It is the Rare Minerals. It is absolutely amazing!

3. I noticed smoother skin and reduced pore size within a couple of weeks.

4.I noticed a difference in the texture of my skin and my cheeks have been much less dry and my t-zone has been much less oily and the redness has been reduced

5.It soaks up excess oil, and makes your skin feel nice and soft. Plumps up those tiny lines too. It is a bit pricey, but a little goes a long way.

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How to make your own Facial Masks

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:23:00 +0000

Facial Masks

CREAM CHOCOLATE MASK

1/3 cup cocoa powder

3 tbsp. heavy cream

2 tsp. cottage cheese

1/4 cup honey

3 tsp. oatmeal

Mix all ingredients together and smooth onto face.

Relax for ten 10 minutes, then wash off with warm water.

EGG HONEY MASK

1 tbsp honey*

1 egg yolk

Mix the honey and egg yolk, apply to face.

Leave for 15 minutes and rinse well with warm water.

*!/4 mashed avocado can be substituted for the honey.

LEMON EGG MASK

1/2 lemon juice

1 egg white

Beat egg white, mix with lemon juice.

Apply to face and leave for 15 minutes

Rinse with warm water

TOMATO OATMEAL MASK

1 tomato (soft)

1 tsp oatmeal (instant)

1tsp lemon juice

Blend ingredients, apply to face and leave for 15 minutes

Rinse with warm water

PAPAYA ALOE

1/4 papaya (ripe)

1 1/2 tsp aloe vera gel

Mash papaya to pulp, add aloe vera gel.

Rub on face leave for 10 minutes

Rise with cool water.

HONEY MILK MASK

2tbsp honey

2 tsp milk*

Mix ingredients and apply to face .

Leave on for 10 minutes rinse with warm water.

*2 tbsp yogurt can be substituted for the milk.

FIRMING FACE MASK

1 tbsp honey

1 egg white

1 tsp glycerin

1/4 cup flour

Mix ingredients together and apply to face.

Leave for 10 minutes and rinse with warm water.

PUMPKIN PAPAYA FACIAL

2/3 cup fresh papaya, mashed

15 oz. can pure pumpkin

1 egg

Prepare the mask. Cut the papaya and remove the seeds, add egg and pumpkin. Put in a

blender and blend until smooth..

Apply the Mask. Cover your entire face, being careful to avoid the immediate eye area. Leave

the mask on for 10 minutes.

Rinse off mask.

Taking care of your hands

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 14:34:00 +0000

Hands

Exfoliate your hands and help them to look smoother and younger.
Always moisturize hands after doing a scrub.

Olive Oil Sugar Scrub

2 tbsp olive oil*
3 tbsp sugar
Mix ingredients and make into a paste and rub hands
Rinse well with warm water

*Baby oil can be used instead of olive oil

Lemon Sugar Scrub

1tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp sugar

Mix ingredients and rub hands, rinse well.

Oatmeal Lemon scrub

2 tbsp oatmeal
1 1/2 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp olive oil
Mix oatmeal with water to soften, add the lemon juice and olive oil.
Rub on hands and leave for 10 minutes, rinse well.

Apricot Lanolin Cuticle cream
1/2 tsp apricot kernel or emu oil
2 tsp lanolin
1 drop essential oil

Melt oil and lanolin together, add essential oil, pour into jar and let set.
To use massage into cuticles.

Cuticle Cream
T tbsp fuller's earth ( a natural clay substance)
1 tsp olive oil
3 drops lavender essential oil.
Mix into paste and put into jar, massage into nails and cuticle.

Cuticle softener

1 tsp olive oil
1 tsp vitamin E oil
Combine and massage into nails and cuticles.

Nail Brightener
1 denture tablet
1 cup warm water
1-2 drops essential oil

Saturate denture tablet with essential oil, drop he tablet into a bowl of the warm water.
Soak finger tips for 10 minutes, discard after use.

WATCH YOUR NAILS FOR SIGNS OF HEALTH PROBLEMS

Most of the time nail problems can be traced to environmental assaults-exposure to harsh cleaning chemicals, use of drying nail products or just general physical abuse, such as typing or excessive use of fingertips

The American Academy of Dermatology advises that the condition oy your nails can sometimes reflect a problem in your overall health.
Here is what they say to look out for:

White nails - Liver condition
Half pink / half white nails - kidney disease
Pale nail beds - anemia
Yellowing and thickening of the nail, slowed growth rate - lung disease
Yellow tinged nails with a slight blush at the base - diabetes

If you suspect health problems, discuss any findings or concerns with your doctor.

Taking care of your feet

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 12:08:00 +0000

Feet

If you have cracked heels, melt paraffin wax; mix it with little mustard oil and apply on the affected area. Leave it overnight. After 10 or 15 days, your heels will become smooth.

Always apply lotion to feet after doing a scrub or soak.

MILK SOAK

7 cups water
2 cups milk

Mix water and milk, put mixture in bowl and soak feet for 10 mins.
Rinse and dry

LEMON OLIVE SOAK

1 cup lemon juice
2tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup milk

Mix ingredients together and soak feet.
Rinse feet with soap.

FOOT SCRUB

1/2 cup sugar
2 tbsp lotion

Mix ingredients together,massage into feet.
Rinse and dry

AVOCADO FOOT TREATMENT

1/2 mashed fresh avocado
1 egg yolk, 1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon rice bran
10 drops of oil of evening primrose.

Mix ingredients together and gently massage this treatment onto your feet.
Leave for 20 minutes. Rinse

STRAWBERRY FOOT EXFOLIANT

8-10 Strawberries
2 tablespoons Apricot oil*
1 teaspoon of coarse salt

Mix together all ingredients into a paste, massage into hands and feet, rinse, and pat dry.

*You may substitute olive oil for the apricot oil

Beauty secrets from the kitchen

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 13:17:00 +0000

There are some basics things that one needs to do to keep looking beautiful. Drink several glasses of water a day as it helps your body to flush away any impurities from the kidney and bloodstream and imparts moisture to the skin.
Eat lots of fruits and vegetables especially greens which contains vitamin A and minerals.
Get plenty of exercise,especially walking in the fresh air.

If you insist on using sweeteners in your daily diet, try brown sugar, honey or molasses.

When all of these essentials are in operation you can then bring out your natural beauty by turning to the kitchen to make natural products minus the harsh chemicals found in your commercial products.

If you have cracked heels, melt paraffin wax; mix it with little mustard oil and apply on the affected area. Leave it overnight. After 10 or 15 days, your heels will become smooth.

Remove scars on your hands and feet by rubbing them with lemon peel.
To reduce puffiness of your eyes, grate a potato; tie in a cloth and place the cloth over your eyes for about 15 minutes.
Place cotton wool swabs dipped in cold milk on closed eyes for removing dark circles.

Apply the juice of lemon skin for avoiding black colour of lips

To loosen blackheads, mix equal quantities of baking soda and water and rub gently on face for 2-3 minutes rinse with warm water or mix 2 tbsp cornmeal with water to make a thick paste, apply to face and then rinse.

Cut a seedless grape in half, gently crush it on your face and neck. Leave for 20 minutes and rinse with tepid water. Good for crows feet and lines around the mouth.

Make a solution of one part of onion juice with two parts of vinegar. Rub onto the affected skin several times a day. Within a few weeks this treatment will remove liver spots.

Mix two cupfuls of apple cider vinegar with a tablespoon of honey. This makes a good cooling sunburn lotion.

Honey can be used to smooth rough hands and is said to delay the aging process if a little is smoothed into the skin every night before bed.

Put 1 cup warm water in a bowl, add 1denture tablet.Soak hands for 10 minutes, rinse with warm water to whiten nails.
Harden nails by soaking in warm olive oil every 2 days.

Mince 10 cloves of garlic and mix with 150m1 (6f1 oz) of castor oil. Cover and leave for 48 hours. Strain the liquid into a bottle. This scalp cleanser should be massaged into the scalp with the finger-tips. Wrap the head in a warm towel and leave for about one hour. Afterwards shampoo the hair thoroughly
Massage herb or lavender vinegar into the scalp before washing the hair. Repeat this several times each week until dandruff clears.

Add a small pinch of salt in water and wash for bright and sparkling eyes.

Welcome to Gi-beauty

noreply@blogger.com (Gi) — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 13:32:00 +0000

This blog has come about because of my long struggle with many cosmetics which I used that affected me adversely and I did not even realize it. As I began the transition of using natural alternatives, I began to see many changes in my general health.

Many of the naturally made beauty recipes on this site i have personally used myself, after experimenting with different ingredients in my quest for a more natural and healthy me. As I continue to update this blog, I will share more natural recipes that I have used.

Using natural beauty recipes over time will bring out the naturally beautiful you, all it takes is some of your time to get them done.Today everyone is looking for natural skin care recipes and tips.

Find on this blog free natural beauty recipes, an alternative to the store bought products that you use, some of which contains harsh chemicals and synthetic preservatives that are harmful to your health.
Significant levels of cancer causing agents are found in 1/3 of these products.

Make natural beauty recipes using common ingredients found in your own kitchen,its as easy as 123. These naturally made beauty products are cheaper and at the same time you also know what you are applying to your skin.
Whatever you apply to your skin is absorbed by it.
There are different skin types and hair types, so what works for me may not work for you.
Take these recipes and experiment with them until you come up with whats best for you.

There are some basics things that you need to do to keep your skin healthy and glowing.

Drink several glasses of water a day as it helps your body to flush away any impurities from the kidney and bloodstream and imparts moisture to the skin.

Eat lots of fruits and vegetables especially greens which contains vitamin A and minerals.

Get plenty of exercise,especially walking in the fresh air.

If you insist on using sweeteners in your daily diet, try brown sugar, honey or molasses.

Preserve the luster and softness of your skin by rubbing your body with natural oils such as olive, apricot or almond oil after your bath.