Right now, we have plenty of spare time to pamper ourselves by taking extra care of our skin, body, and hair. Does your job allow you to be at home? While you’re at work, let a hair treatment sink in. If you’re stuck inside for the day, these simple hair, skin, and body DIYs will help you show yourself some love. Salicylic acid face wash can help to exfoliate the skin and remove dead skin cells, which can help to reduce acne and other blemishes. What’s even better is that you probably already have most of the materials you need to make these projects in your kitchen.
1. A calming yogurt and turmeric face mask
Because inflammation is at the root of so many skin problems, turmeric is a great anti-inflammatory. In addition to reducing inflammation, turmeric protects the skin from the premature aging effects of free radicals.
Acne-prone skin can benefit from its antibacterial properties, and regular use of this natural brightener can reduce the appearance of scars left by acne.
Ingredients:
- Just one teaspoon of turmeric
- Honey harvested from flowers and plants, measured to the nearest teaspoon (anti-inflammatory and antibacterial to hydrate, heal and soothe)
- 1 tsp. of organic plain yoghurt or Greek yoghurt (fights fine lines and moisturizes)
Here are the constituents: combine them in a basin and stir them up. Then, after washing, apply it to your skin while it is still dry. After twenty minutes, remove the mask with purifier water and go on as usual with your skincare routine. Also, turmeric is known to leave a stain, so you might not want to do this before your big FaceTime presentation.
2. Avocado Hair Mask
Avocados are beneficial for hair since they are rich in the antioxidant vitamins E and B as well as the fatty acids that help keep your hair healthy. The materials for this mask are readily available around the house, making it a great option for a last-minute Halloween project.
Ingredients:
- An Avocado, Counted: 1
- a single teaspoon of honey (optional)
- Oil of choice (olive, coconut, or argan, 2 tbsp (or whatever oil you have)
Instructions: Mix everything together until you have a conditioner-like consistency. If you don’t have a blender, you can get the same airy result by mashing the avocado with a fork and then folding in the rest of the ingredients. Do not skip the ends while applying the mask to your scalp and dry hair. After an hour, wash your hair as normal and condition the mask out.
3. Bath Salts
To unwind, nothing beats a long soak in the tub with a good book, and a few tablespoons of bath salts can make all the difference. One of the many benefits of sea salt is its ability to aid in the elimination of toxins, the healing of wounds, the protection of the skin from drying out, and the alleviation of muscle tension. In order to make a larger quantity, simply increase the ingredients by 10. The use of sea salt in a bath is a good alternative if you don’t have the other ingredients that you put in a silent mixer grinder.
Ingredients:
- In a bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of coarse sea salt
- Olive oil or coconut oil, to taste, 2 tablespoons
- Put in 8 drops of the oil you like the most (we love lavender or rose)
Combine everything in a bowl and let it sit for 30 minutes, or while you soak in the tub. Prepare the bath by combining the contents and soaking for at least 20 minutes, preferably longer, to let your body and mind unwind, cleanse, and calm down.
As an alternative, Epsom salts are available on Amazon. Mineral salts containing magnesium, sulphate, and oxygen are known as Epsom salts. While table salt is primarily sodium chloride, sea salt also contains additional trace minerals. Epsom salts are rich in magnesium, which the body may absorb and use for a variety of purposes (including relaxing tense muscles and soothing irritated skin).
4. Refreshing facial toner for a radiant complexion
If your skin is looking weary and lifeless, try this homemade orange brightening mask. Vitamin C found in oranges helps brighten the skin, while citric acid naturally present in the fruit eliminates dulling dead skin cells in a non-irritating way. White sugar can be used as a scrub to exfoliate your skin and remove dead skin cells. Antioxidants, found in abundance in oranges, shield the body from environmental hazards including UV rays and pollution.
Ingredients:
- Just one fresh orange, or a cup of orange juice, will do.
To exfoliate, take an orange slice and rub it lightly all over your clean skin. Put some orange juice on a cotton pad and use it as a toner on your face if you want to use it. Apply the juice to your face, leave it on for 10 minutes, and then wash it off with a glass of juice or an orange. These vitamins are essential for healthy skin and a robust immune system. After that, apply your chosen serums and moisturizers after washing your face with water.
5. For thicker, healthier hair, rinse with fermented rice water
Natural proteins, vitamins, and minerals found in rice water promote healthy hair growth. This fermented rice water rinse is great for eliminating frizz, enhancing shine, and fortifying the health of your hair. It’s also fantastic in detangling hair, making it a good option for those who have curly hair.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup of organic rice, either brown or white
Wash the rice and then soak it in two cups of water. Soak the rice for 24 to 48 hours at room temperature, at which point you can discard the water but keep the rice for further use. The rice water can be stored in the fridge for up to a week if you add another half cup of water to it and store it in a glass jar. How to Use: After shampooing and conditioning as usual, pour the mixture into wet hair and let it air-dry. Remove excess water by squeezing the hair, and then air dry.
Learn more about the benefits of rice water and how to apply it to your specific hair type by reading this page. This is the secret of the community with the longest hair in the world, according to Guinness.
6. Pore-Closing Face Mask Made with Egg Whites
Because of its deep cleaning properties and their ability to tighten and unclog pores, egg whites have been utilized in skin care for centuries. There is sufficient protein in eggs (3.6-2. g) to aid in skin repair and maintenance. Vitamins prevent free radicals from harming the skin. This mask immediately minimizes the appearance of pores and, after 15 minutes, leaves skin feeling silkier and smoother. This is one of our favorite things to do before a big meeting or video chat.
Ingredients:
- 1 big egg
One egg should be broken into a basin and the yolk removed so that only the egg white remains. Use a fork or whisk to combine the ingredients until they reach the desired consistency. Apply the concoction to freshly washed skin, let it dry for 15 minutes, and then rinse off with warm water. If it starts to sting your skin, you should remove it sooner than normal. Apply a soothing moisturiser that you enjoy using.
7. A body scrub containing coffee to stimulate you
Various skin issues can be alleviated by using coffee as a skincare ingredient (check our more of our fave coffee beauty DIYs). Caffeine in coffee not only aids circulation, but also helps lessen puffiness. Even the aroma of coffee, according to some, can help settle the mind. This scrub contains coconut oil and rose oil to nourish and soften the skin as coffee and sugar exfoliate away dry, flaky layers.
Ingredients
- To make one cup of organic coffee, use one cup of fresh coffee grounds. Instead than throwing away perfectly good coffee, utilise the grounds from an old pot.
- one cup of organic coconut, olive, or grapeseed oil
- One cup of muscovado sugar or brown sugar (white, granulated sugar also works)
- Add 4 drops of rose oil or your preferred essential oil (optional)
To prepare, combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and stir them together (you will have enough for at least 10 uses). In the shower, apply the scrub in circular motions to damp skin, and then rinse it off with warm water. Moisturize your skin within five minutes of getting out of the shower, while the skin is still damp, to prevent water loss and maintain supple, moisturised skin.
8. Bath oil for a restful evening
A wonderful bath oil, easily made with whatever you have on hand, is the best way to decompress and rest after a long day. All of the oils have fatty acids and vitamins that skin loves, and they aid to moisturize, nourish, and moisten the skin. Exactly what we need right now is some essential oils to improve the aroma and soothe the mind and spirit.
Ingredients:
Oil of your choice (two tablespoons): olive, coconut, grapeseed, or jojoba (whatever you have)
Blend 6 drops of your preferred essential oil, such as lavender or rose, with a carrier oil (optional)
Add the component to a freshly drawn hot bath, or create a large batch and keep it in a jar or glass bottle to use as bath oil over the next few weeks. Keep soaking for at least twenty minutes, and then pat yourself dry with some gentle pressure.
9. Green tea eye mask for stress relief
Antioxidants included in green tea have been used for years to treat dark circles beneath the eyes. Caffeine lowers puffiness by constricting blood vessels in the skin’s surface. Tannins in tea also help constrict blood vessels, which diminishes the appearance of dark circles under the eyes. In addition to the standard method of brewing two cups of green tea and then placing the cooled tea bags on one’s under-eye area, you might also try:
Ingredients:
- Add 1 green tea bag or 1 teaspoon of matcha powder.
- Vaseline or sweet almond oil, 1 teaspoon
It’s best to remove the tea bag after a little brewing time and let it cool before using it. Tea leaves (or matcha powder, which is more potent) can be scooped out with a spoon and combined with Vaseline or sweet almond oil once they have cooled. After you’ve combined the ingredients, apply the paste to your under-eye area and let it rest for 20 minutes. Then, carefully rinse it off with warm water. Follow up with an under-eye cream.
10. Banana Botox Face Mask
Although this won’t instantly make your face icier, it will leave your skin feeling soft and looking radiant, and it can help diminish the appearance of fine wrinkles over time. Natural look makeup tips can help you solve your beauty problems, such as dark circles and uneven skin tone. The potassium in bananas and the lactic acid in yoghurt both help to rehydrate and exfoliate dry skin. Bananas are rich in vitamin A, which helps exfoliate and smooth out dull skin, and vitamin B, which helps combat free radicals.
Ingredients:
- The equivalent of 1 tablespoon of yoghurt
- the equivalent of one-half of a ripe banana (and eat the other half)
- Honey, just a pinch (not essential but super hydrating and has anti-inflammatory properties).
Mashed bananas should be smooth, so use a fork to do that. Then, stir in the yoghurt and honey. If you want, you can use a blender instead. Put the blended stuff in the fridge to cool down. Calm and rejuvenating, I imagine, thanks to the chilly weather. You should apply the mixture to your face and neck, let it remain for 15–20 minutes, and then rinse it off with warm water. You may stop worrying about your skin and just keep using your serums and moisturizers.
