Homemade skin care recipes made from products found in most kitchens is an inexpensive way to take care of skin. Consultants at Skin Care Recipes and Remedies report that a great face mask can be made for as little as the cost of an egg and a teaspoon of honey. For those who prefer not to put chemicals, preservatives and other ingredients on their skin, kitchen solutions for skin care can provide several natural options.
Fruit
Kiwi fruit is a natural source of vitamin C, which improves the overall look and tone of skin, helping to keep it more elastic. One ripe kiwi, peeled, mashed and mixed with one teaspoon of honey makes for a great facial mask. After applying the mask to the face, leave it on for 20 minutes and then rinse it off with warm water. Substitute 30 ripe cherries for the kiwi to minimize the look of fine lines and veins in the face. Peel and remove the pits before mixing up the cherry face mask.
Acid
Vinegar has long been a popular ingredient used in homemade recipes to treat acne. Mix 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in 20 ounces of water to make a solution that can be used daily as an astringent. Lemon juice is another common acidic ingredient that people use to treat and dry acne flare-ups. Make a lotion of two teaspoons lemon and two teaspoons honey mixed into about seven ounces of water. If the lotion is too thick, add more water. Apply at night and keep it on until morning. One teaspoon of parsley mixed with 3 teaspoons of sour cream is another face wash that is effective for drying up oily skin. Leave on the face for about 10 minutes, then rinse with warm water and pat dry.
Oil
Many of the oils found in the kitchen used to make exotic dishes or splashed on salads can be effective potions for full shiny hair. Basil oil can be massaged into the scalp to stimulate hair growth. It rinses out easily and leaves hair soft and shiny. Carrot seed oil, though not as common, is full of essential vitamins needed to restore hair luster. Citrus oils, like lemon or orange can be used on dry and oily hair to restore the hair's natural pH levels. Peppermint oil can relieve itching on the scalp and reduce dandruff.
Sugar
Granulated sugar makes a great exfoliating substance, report organic consultants at the Organic Authority. A body scrub can loosen dead skin and free up new layers for oxygenation while improving circulation. A homemade traditional spa body scrub can be made by mixing 1/4 cup coarse brown sugar with 1/4 cup grated lemon peel and 1 cup grape seed oil. The lemon peel gives the scrub a fresh smell while the grape seed oil moisturizes the skin. Rub the concoction all over your body and rinse as you normally would after using an expensive chemical based body scrub.
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