Contrary to what most
people think, having a facial at a beauty
saloon is not a luxury. Professional facials help
in a deep-cleansing routine that you cannot possibly do for
yourself at home. Facials involve:
. Steaming, which helps to
open out pores
. Cleansing to
remove blackheads and white heads.
. This is followed by a
face mask for skin rejuvenation.
. Then finally a skin dehydration treatment with a
moisturiser.
Our skin regenerates cells
about every three weeks, leading to an accumulation of dead
cells. Facials help get rid of them. So a facial once a
month would help you maintain healthy and glowing skin.
THIS HOME FACIAL IS
ECONOMICAL AND EASY!
It's a good idea to mark a
day off during the week to get a home facial.
Follow these simple instructions for an exhilarating home
facial:
. Place a head band or
scarf just above the forehead along the hairline and tie it
at the nape of your neck. This is to protect the hair.
. Start by
cleansing the skin thoroughly. Choose a cleanser
according to skin type. Apply on face and wipe off with damp
cotton wool.
. While the face is still damp, apply a facial scrub for
deep pore cleansing. If suffering from pimples or eruptions
avoid using a scrub.
. If you have a normal to dry skin, apply a nourishing cream,
wet your hands with water and massage the cream into the
skin using outwards and upwards strokes.
. Wipe skin with damp cotton wool or a clean, moist face
towel.
. Avoid applying cream if skin is
oily but nourish neck area.
. Apply a face mask leaving out area around the eyes.
. Soak two cotton wool pads in rosewater and place these on
eyes. Lie down, and relax as the mask dries off.
. After 20 to 30 minutes wash off face mask with water.
. Wrap an ice cube in a clean cloth and rub this on face.
. Do not apply ice directly on the skin, or keep it on one
spot for long.
Choosing from a variety of
homemade face masks for every type of skin.
BEAUTY TREATMENT FROM YOUR
KITCHEN!
Tomato
Tomato slices or juice can be applied on the skin. It is
good for oily skin and has a cleansing effect. Also lightens
skin colour.
Fennel
Soak fennel in water overnight. Strain the water and use it
to wash the face. Cleanses and brightens dull skin.
Lemon Peels
Collect lemon peels and dry them in the sun. Grind coarsely
and use in face masks or scrubs. Cleanses the skin and keeps
it healthy.
Mayonnaise
It can be used on the face to nourish the skin. Can also be
applied on the hair to condition it.
Onions
The juice can be used on the face to prevent
blemishes. Mixed with honey and applied on the skin, it
can be an effective anti-wrinkle remedy.
