Homemade beauty recipes

Glow With Fruit Packs

2009-02-10T20:06:00.000-08:00

By Ajit AironFruits are the easiest source for improving our body from inside and outside. Well, everybody talks very high of eating fruits. Let us talk a little about unique qualities of fruits as Face-packs.Apples: The Doctors can be kept at a distance if you consume 'Apple a day'. You know why? Well it has minerals, vitamins, pectin and tannin. It all helps in improving blood circulation. It

Dealing With a Bad Hair Day

2009-02-10T20:05:00.000-08:00

By Kristy ScottYou surely had those days when your hair does not do you justice as it cannot be styled the way you want it to be or profiled the way you want it to look. You may even consider bad hair days to be worse than having a stomach ache. But who is to blame for these unwanted days when your hair is simply out of control and stubbornly unmanageable?Poor hair management is the primary

Olive Oil Beauty Tips

2009-02-10T19:28:00.000-08:00

By Anna GoldsteinSimply put- it's pure. So pure, it's often called extra virgin.If you've never used olive oil on your skin, let it touch you for the first time and give you that summer glow.Break open your cupboard and use some natural olive oil to repair your dry skin, damaged hair and more.Olive oil is the only oil made from a fruit. It's not only good for your heart, but also great to apply

Getting rid of that rotten and foul odors on your hair

2009-02-09T06:10:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaThis may sound weird and messy, but believe me, tomatoes are great to get rid of rotten or foul odors for your hair. Each one of us must have experienced the frustration on getting rid the foul odor even after a lot of shampooing. One way to neutralize the odor is to apply undiluted tomato juice or paste on the hair and let it soak for 10-15 minutes. Wash it off and your hair should

Homemade remedy for hair loss

2007-09-27T03:10:00.000-07:00

By TafiolaI'm pretty sure that everybody is afraid that they are going bald. Especially after knowing that you have lost more than 100 a day. The good news is that in most cases, hair loss is reversible, depending on the cause. For mild cases, you could definitely try some home remedies that could help get your hair back. Try one of the following remedies to help you stop losing your

Recipe for eye makeup remover

2007-09-25T04:06:00.000-07:00

By TafiolaFor those of us who wears eye make up everyday, it is essential to remove it as clean as possible. However, it is not sufficient to clean it only with soap and water. Sometimes you will get an infection from make up getting in your eye or even soap. You can actually make your own make up remover from stuff already in your kitchen. Here's how:A very simple eye makeup remover recipe is by

Recipe for homemade mouthwash

2007-09-21T01:50:00.000-07:00

By Tafiola A very simple recipe to make your own mouthwash is by mixing a cup of warm water with a teaspoon of table salt.You can also add 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda to a cup of water and use the mixture as mouthwash.Now, there is no more reason for you to have bad breath even when you are out of Listerine.Related article: Making your own facial cleanser

Homemade Recipe for hair gel

2007-03-30T22:08:00.000-07:00

By TafiolaMaking your own hair gel is really easy. Homemade Hair Gel is good for people with sensitive skin because you would know all the ingredients used.Dissolve 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of unflavored gelatin in a cup of warm water. Keep refrigerated and use as you would a purchased gel.Add 2 Tablespoons of flax seed in 1 cup of water and boil them together. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 10

Home Remedies for Hot oil treatment

2007-03-30T01:11:00.000-07:00

By TafiolaFor those of you who have damaged hair or even dry hair due to coloring, blow drying, or straightening and do not have the time to put on conditioner every day, hot oil treatment is the best solution. Hot oil treatment gives your hair moisture, helps repair damaged hair instantly when the oil is applied. The best thing about hot oil treatment is you don't have to do it every time you

Eye makeup tips

2007-03-27T07:20:00.000-07:00

By TafiolaHave you ever get frustrated when you realize that your eye makeup has smeared off in the middle of the day? or even a minute after you step out of your house?For someone with oily skin, sometimes it is hard to keep my eye makeup last for a long time. Other thing is when the eye shadow that you are wearing is simply not a good one, it will go away quickly. One simple trick is to apply

Home Remedies to get rid of body odor

2007-03-27T06:31:00.000-07:00

By TafiolaUsing antiperspirant or deodorant to get rid of a strong body odor sometimes only works for the first couple hours. But when you have to be out there all day long without having a chance to shower or even time to reapply your deodorant, it is crucial to use a really effective deodorant that will last all day. However, I have tried on almost every product out there and nothing seem to

5 Helpful Tips for Reducing Stretch Marks

2007-03-01T09:11:00.000-08:00

You’ve got stretch marks and don’t know what to do about them. It’s also too late to take preventive actions to avoid stretch marks in the first place. If you are in this situation, you have plenty of company. Millions of people have developed stretch marks for a number of different reasons, but reducing the stretch marks on their bodies has become a priority for them.Your Options to Reduce

Home Remedies for Foot Scrub

2007-02-26T03:44:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaThere is no better feeling than having a clean and soft foot. Treat your foot at home at your own time using these recipes for foot scrub. Do it after having your foot soaked since your skin will be softened by the foot soak and old dead skin will be removed much more easily.Mix 8 fresh strawberries with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of kosher salt or sea salt. Scrub your

Home Remedies for tired foot

2007-02-20T09:21:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaHaving tired foot after a day full of activities? Relax and Soothe your foot by soaking them in these homemade remedies using natural ingredients. You will find that these recipes are as good as those commercial products available in the market. For a complete foot treatment, do foot scrub as well. Some easy to make foot soak recipes:Fill a basin or a large bowl with hot water and 2

Miracle Whip to exfoliate

2007-02-16T08:22:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaYes, this one is a little funny. When I first read that you can actually use Kraft Miracle Whip to exfoliate your skin, I imagined putting salad dressing on my face. How weird is that? But then again, why not try it? I opened my refrigerator and looked for my half empty Miracle Whip and read the ingredients. Apparently, what makes it good as an exfoliator is that it has vinegar

How To Get Rid Of Boils

2007-02-13T22:00:00.000-08:00

by Emma DrosyWhat are boils? A boil is an infected hair follicle; boils are grown deep into the skin’s layers. They can be found on the face, neck, breasts, butt, and even at times your genital area. Boils are very painful. When you get a boil the pain can make your life miserable. It becomes very hard to concentrate on anything else besides the pain, it is extremely painful to have anything

Home Remedies to get rid of acne scar

2007-02-13T18:51:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaThe temptation to squeeze zits can often result in getting permanent scars. The scars will eventually disappear in the natural processing of healing. However, the discoloration of the skin may last up to 18 months. You can always treat your acne scars naturally without using any harsh chemicals that may harm your skin even more.Mix equal amounts of honey and lemon juice. Apply the

Homemade facial cleanser

2007-02-09T09:45:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaThe key of a beautiful looking skin is having a clean skin. Refused to pay for those expensive cleanser? These easy to make facial cleanser recipes will leave your skin feeling clean, soft and radiant.Grape juice makes an excellent cleanser for any skin type. Simply split one or two large grapes, remove pips and rub the flesh over face and neck. Rinse off with

Home Remedies for freckles

2007-02-05T08:24:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaPeople who have fair complexions (skin and eyes are light in color) are most likely to have freckles. Some people's freckles fade away almost completely in the winter and return in the summer. Other people's freckles don't change much with or without the sun and can be seen year-round. Freckles also tend to fade as people get older.To avoid freckles, the first and the most important

Home Remedies for facial mask - oily skin

2007-01-27T22:26:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaOily skin means that you need some extra care to remove the excess oil on your skin and to keep the oil production on balance. Facial mask used on oily skin can also help to clean and purify the skin to avoid pimples (oily skin is usually acne prone) and reduce pores.Mix 1 medium size grated apple with 5 tablespoons of honey. Apply the mixture to your face and leave it on for 10

Home Remedies for facial mask - normal skin

2007-01-27T21:33:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaFacial masks are often used for a variety of reasons. Some use it to tighten the pores, some to remove excess oil. Facial masks are usually easy to make. Do not use facial masks more than 2 times a week and test it on the skin behind your ear first before applying it to your face. Here is a list of recipes to make facial masks that can be used for normal skin.

Home Remedies for crow's feet

2007-01-27T20:39:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaCrow's feet is defined as fine lines and wrinkles radiating from the eyes. You can always do botox to smooth out crow's feet but then again, why spend so much money when you can easily get rid of those lines using these inexpensive ingredients?apply 2-3 drops of castor oil gently over the eye area or where those fine lines beginning to appear. Avoid getting into the eyes. Do this

Home Remedies for shiny hair

2007-01-25T06:59:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaNobody in the world wants to have that dull and dready hair. Having shiny hair is the dream of every woman in this universe. Of course, there are a lot of shine enhancer products available in the market these days. Again, why spend so much money when you can make your own shine enhancer? Here are some tips for you to try at home:Add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to your rinse water

Home Remedies for dandruff

2007-01-23T03:03:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaItching and flaking on the scalp? you are not alone.. almost everybody has to deal with dandruff problem at some point of her life. It is rarely serious, just a little embarrassing sometimes. The good about dandruff is that it can be controlled. Mild cases of dandruff may need nothing more than daily shampooing with a gentle cleanser. And stubborn flakes often respond to medicated

Home Remedies for facial scrub

2007-01-18T05:25:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaSometimes your skin needs a little exfoliating to get that smooth and glowing skin look. Putting facial scrub in your weekly cleansing routine would help to exfoliate those useless dead skin and remove surface impurities from your skin. Why spend $35 for facial scrub when you can make it on your own. Here's how:Add 1 teaspoon of white or brown sugar to your daily facial soap. Gently

Home Remedies for cuticle softener

2007-01-17T02:04:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaDon't you hate it when you have ragged cuticle-little splits of skin around your fingernails? Well, that is your body telling that you did not moisturize your fingernails area well enough. You need to start taking care of the cuticle area by trimming your cuticles and keep your fingers moisturized. Here is some remedies and tips that will help you to get rid of those annoying little

Home Remedies for oily hair

2007-01-16T12:37:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaThe principle of having oily hair is pretty much the same as having oily skin condition. You need to remove excess oils and exfoliate the skin cells that clog up and suffocate the hair follicles on your scalp. Watch on the cleansing routine. Oily scalp needs to be cleansed (as in washed) whenever it gets dirty and oily. To help reducing oil on your scalp without drying your hair,

Home Remedies to reduce wrinkles

2007-01-15T10:52:00.000-08:00

As we aged, it is normal to have few wrinkles around our eyes or any other part of the face.Orange contains Alpha-Hydroxy acids that is a natural wrinkles busting. These acids are exfoliants — substances that remove the upper layer of old, dead skin and stimulate the growth of smooth, evenly pigmented new skin. Why do you spend so much money on Alpha-hydroxy eye cream when you can actually get

Home Remedies for cracked heels

2007-01-14T10:38:00.000-08:00

Don't you hate it when you walk around barefoot and your heels would just catch on your carpet? That is probably a sign for having to take care of your cracked heels even more seriously. Cracks on your heels occur when you have a build-up of thick, dry skin on your heels. One way to prevent this is by buffing way the dead skin regularly. However, here is some tips I've found to help you get

Remedies for dry skin

2007-01-13T07:42:00.000-08:00

People with dry skin usually has a parched look because of the inability to retain moisture. Flaky skin, lack of suppleness, no visible pores, and tight skin after washing are usually the signs of dry skin. If you do have this type of skin, you need to wash your face thoroughly but gentle using an oil-based cleanser. Do not use hot water because it will make your skin even drier. Some home

Home Remedies for yellow nails

2007-01-13T01:51:00.000-08:00

Ever wonder why your nails are so yellow after you take your polish off? Apparently, the dye from the nail polish sticks to your nails if you don't use a couple coats of clear polish to seal your nails before applying colors. Some suggestions to help you get your white nails back:Soak your nails in water mixed with lemon juice. As an astringent, lemon will strip away the stains. Once your

Home Remedies for split ends

2007-01-13T00:22:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaSplit ends are more likely to develop in dry or brittle hair. Split ends are caused when hair is damaged, either by too much direct exposure of the sun or harsh shampoos. Trimming your hair regularly is probably the best solution to remove split ends. However, these are some recipes to help preventing split ends.Apply coconut milk all over the scalp and massage into rootsApply olive

Home Remedies for dry hair

2007-01-12T22:59:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaHas your hair been looking kind of dull lately? having a rough texture? lack of shine? or even unmanageable? Fear not, but those are some of the symptoms of dry hair. One of the solutions to treat dry hair is to use the right hair products for your hair type. Here is a list of recipe to make your own conditioner for dry hair:Mix 1 very ripe mashed avocado with 2 tablespoon of plain

Remedies for buildup remover

2007-01-12T21:50:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaOften hair becomes dull from all those chemical products you've been putting on your hair. Gel, hair spray, mousse, wax, conditioner will definitely make your hair dull and limp. You can restore your shinny hair by removing all those buildups using one of these remedies:Rub in baking soda and rinse thoroughly. Baking soda removes conditioner build up in your hair leaving your hair

Homemade Hair Spray recipe

2007-01-11T19:39:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaYes, it may sounds a little weird but you can make your own hair spray at home. The hair sprays will be chemical free and healthy for your hair since they don't contain any preservatives. Here's how:Chop one lemon (or an orange for dry hair). Place in a pot with 2 cups water. Boil until half of the initial amount remains. Cool, strain, and place in a spray bottle. Store in the

Home Remedies to clear pimples

2007-01-11T11:05:00.000-08:00

Put a dab of egg whites on pimples and leave it overnight or for at least 20 minutes. Egg whites are drier and will remove impurities on your skin. Use it for 2-3 days.Put a dab of toothpaste and leave it overnight. It helps to get rid of the redness.Crush a clove of garlic and rub the juice on the affected areas. Apply it for 10 minutes every day.You can try lemon juice alone or mix it with

Home Remedies for sunburn

2007-01-11T10:44:00.000-08:00

By TafiolaGot caught up in the excitement of summer, went to the beach too long, and suddenly your skin turns red with this awful painful sting and itchiness. Here is some homemade remedies that helps cure your sunburn:Mix egg whites and honey in a bowl. Continue stir until thick and sticky. Apply to your sunburned face for 5 minutes, then wash with lukewarm water.soak a washcloth or soft

Home Remedies for oily skin

2007-01-10T08:48:00.000-08:00

Symptoms of oily skin - Feels greasy - Looks shinny - Thick and heavy in textures - Enlarged pores - Coarse looks - - Loss of moisture from the lips - Bleeding - Slight pain - Frequent licking of lips - Dried, rough and red lips