Archive for November, 2009

Make-at-home Herbal Astringent »

Astringents are used to remove excess oil from the skin. This is how you can make it at home. Take 6 parts of lemon balm, 4 parts of chamomile, 1 part of rosemary, 4 parts of rose, 1 part of lemon peel, 1 part of sage and vinegar to cover, and essential oil of lavender Read More...

Rosemary Astringent Lotion »

Take 2 tablespoons of rosemary powder, 1 tablespoon of orange peels, 2 tablespoons of lemon peels, 1/2 teaspoon of sodium benzoate, 1/2 tablespoon of brandy, 30 mint leaves and 1 cup of rose water. Soak lemon peels, mint leaves and orange peels in boiling rose water for 1 hour. Mix other ingredients into this solution. Read More...

Rose Water »

Rose water is known for its toning properties and is one of the best-known potions for the face. This recipe is a traditional way to prepare rose water. Be sure you have a brick and a heat-safe stainless steel pot. Take 2-3 quarts of fresh roses or rose petals, water, ice cubes or crushed ice. Read More...

Cucumber Toner »

This is a refreshing toner for oily skin. It uses ingredients like cucumber and yogurt that are rich in their water content and hence are good on oily skins. Chop up a small-sized, fresh cucumber and liquidize it with 1/2 cup of yogurt. Apply the mixture for 5-10 minutes, and wash it off. The remainder Read More...

Mint Toner »

Dried mint is a lovely ingredient for beautiful skin. Smoothing, hydrating, and toning – mint does it all. Take some dried mint and cover it with 11/2 cups of boiling water and steep for 10 minutes. Strain and reserve the liquid, and allow to cool before using. Apply with cotton pads and use in a Read More...
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