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Make your own Face Mask!
by [Mirime]
adapted from http://beauty.about.com/
Cooling Yogurt Face Mask(for all skin types)
...great for sunburned, irritated skin!
Ingredients:
* 1 tbsp natural yogurt, room temperature (not lowfat or non-fat)
* 1 tsp runny honey (microwave for a few minutes to soften hardened honey)
Preparation:
Combine mixture, then apply to face.
Let sit for 15 minutes.
Wash face with steaming washcloth.
Variations:
* For dry skin, use an extra tsp of honey.
* Oily skin? Add a few drops of fresh lime juice.
Banana Mask for Oily Skin
...this face mask cleans and soothes!
Ingredients:
* 1 banana, preferably ripe
* 1 tbsp honey
* An orange or a lemon
Preparation:
Mix the banana and honey together.
Add a few drops of juice from an orange or a lemon.
Apply to face for 15 minutes before rinsing with a cool washcloth or a steaming warm washcloth.
Variations:
* Freeze the banana (peeled and cubed), then let thaw, or simply chill it overnight in the fridge for extra coolness.
* Add hot water to some instant oatmeal to make a thick paste. Let cool, then add to the mixture. The oatmeal will exfoliate your skin and soothe any irritations.
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