Homemade Facial Masks for Oily Skin

Oily skin is troublesome to deal with most of the time. This skin type is often prone to pimples. However, if one can balance the oil levels of the face, it makes the skin look beautiful and smooth. In order to obtain that, you need a proper cleansing, toning and moisturizing regimen. You must also know about an appropriate face mask which reduces oil levels. Following are some homemade facial masks for oily skin.

Homemade Facial Masks for Oily Skin:

These face masks do not have any adverse effects and are safe for the skin. Following are a few recipes for homemade face masks for oily skin.

Strawberry and Yogurt Face Mask:

Take 4–6 properly washed strawberries in a small bowl and use a fork to mash them. Later, add a tablespoon of yogurt to it and mix them well. Make a smooth paste and apply it on the face evenly. Let it stay for about 15–20 minutes and rinse with cold water.

Avocado and Egg Face Mask:

Take an egg white in a bowl and thoroughly beat it. Mash half an avocado such that you get a soft pulp. Now put beaten egg, mashed avocado and a tablespoon of lime in a blender. Mix it well and apply this mixture on the face. Allow it to sit on the face for a few minutes and rinse it off. This gives you a clear and smooth skin.

Cucumber and Oatmeal Face Mask:

Take a small cucumber piece, one tablespoon of yogurt and a cup of oatmeal. Chop cucumber into small pieces and put it in a blender. Put yogurt and oatmeal also in the blender and make a smooth paste. Apply this on the face and leave it for 10 minutes and rinse. This cleanses the skin pores effectively.

Baking Soda Face Mask:

If you suffer from frequent blackhead breakouts, you must try this face mask. Make a thick paste with baking soda and water and massage this gently on the entire face for a few minutes. Let it stay for 10 minutes and clean with water.

Apple and Honey Face Mask:

Take a fresh apple and peel it off, cut to thin slices. Blend the apple pieces and 3 tablespoons of honey to make a smooth paste. Apply this paste over the face and let it stay for 15 minutes, rinse with water. This mask helps in tightening skin pores.

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Tomato Face Mask

 

Tomato Facial Mask

How to Make a Tomato Facial Mask. Tomatoes have long been used in home remedies for oily and blemish-prone skin, and with good reason

ingridients:

* Tomato

* Lemon juice

* Oatmeal

* Cornmeal

* Non-fat dry milk

* Brewer's yeast

* Yogurt

* Tomato juice

* Carrot juice

* Olive oil

* Instant mashed potato flakes

Step 1

Chop one tomato and combine in a food processor or blender with 1 tsp.

lemon juice and 1 tbsp. oatmeal. Blend to a smooth paste. Cleanse face and neck.

Apply the tomato facial to blemished skin, leaving on for 10 minutes. Gently

remove with a warm washcloth and rinse skin with warm water to remove all residue.

Step 2

Peel and seed one tomato and mash the pulp with a fork.

Combine that with 1/4 cup cornmeal, mixing well. Massage onto cleansed skin of

face and neck, staying away from the eyes. Rinse off with cool water.

Step 3

Cut one tomato into quarters or eighths, if it is large. Taking one piece at a time,

gently rub the pulp-side onto clean face and neck, but do not use around the eyes.

Massage tomato pieces in a circular motion until the skin is covered with juice.

Allow to dry and then rinse skin with cool water.

Step 4

Mix one cup oatmeal with 3 tbsp. non-fat dry milk, moistening all the oats.

Chop one tomato and puree it in a blender. Add that to the oatmeal-milk mixture,

stirring to incorporate all ingredients well. Apply to cleansed face and neck skin

with the fingertips, keeping free of the eye area. Leave on the skin for 45 minutes.

Use a warm washcloth to remove the facial and splash face with warm water.

Step 5

Blend 1 tbsp. powdered brewer's yeast with 1/2 tbsp. plain, unflavored yogurt,

1 tsp. each of lemon juice, tomato juice, carrot juice and olive oil. Mix by hand or

in a food processor or blender to form a smooth paste. Cleanse face and neck and

apply the facial mixture with fingertips, but not near the eyes. After 15 minutes,

remove the mask with a warm washcloth and rinse skin with warm water.

Step 6

Remove the peel and seeds from one tomato and puree the flesh in a food processor

or blender. Mix in 1 tsp. instant mashed potato flakes, blending well. Pat the facial

onto cleansed face and neck skin. Keep away from the eyes. After 10 minutes, rinse off

with warm water.

 

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5 Testing Cosmetic Tips to Prevent Skin Problems

 

·         Cosmetics tryout and skin problems go hand in hand. I’m sure, cosmetics at the mall counter tends to be a very enticing sight and a cosmetic addict would find it very hard to control herself from trying it, but, you should keep in mind is that you’re not the only shopper; in fact, consider the numerous dangers you’re exposed to when you tend to try on the products. Apart from you hundred others tried that very thing on their skin. You are quite likely to attract skin related infections, bacteria and viruses.

·         So, for all the beauty freaks, here are five important tips that you can use to test cosmetics on your skin without being a potential inhabitant of skin problems.

·         Alcohol is known to purify any component. So before you move on to applying that lipstick, ask the SA to clean the tester by wiping it with an alcohol based astringent. However, be prepared for a “I’m sorry ma’am, we do not have one”, and keep one swab with yourself and wipe of that tester before application and keep all skin problems at a distance.

·         If you’re prone to trying out cosmetics then always carry your own brushes for blush and eye shadows. The brushes that are placed with sample products are used on a variety of skin, clean or unclean and they can contaminate you with all kinds of skin problems.

·         You can very well prevent using colour testers on your skin but when it comes to foundation, it can be quite impossible to buy one without testing. Here’s what you should do; walk up to your SA and ask her if you could be provided with a sample sachet so that you may try it out.

·         You can also shop during hours when you’re sure that the SA will not have to deal with too many customers and will even squeeze in time to clean out the testers when you request her to do so. Simply avoid shopping over the weekends. This will save your skin from going through the entire trauma.

·         Skin problems can mostly be prevented by refraining yourself from using open products; they’re known to harbour most bacteria.

·         Trying them you will save you from numerous skin problems. So whenever you’re on your next cosmetic shopping spree make sure you’re equipped with them.

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• Makes hair softer, finer and less noticeable: Specific components of the naturally active soy in AVEENO® have been shown to improve hair softness and fineness, as well as skin tone and texture on face and body.
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Parissa Strip Free Hot Wax (Coarse) 4 oz.

OVERVIEW

Parissa Strip Free Hot Wax (Coarse) 4 oz. is for the face, brow & bikini.

Features

• Strip-free, natural formula with beeswax & azulene
• Gently lifts away short, coarse hair for ultra-smooth skin
• European solution for dark, thick or coarse hair
• Use for stubbly upper-lip, chin or bikini hair

Directions

• Melt wax
• Smooth on evenly
• Peel off
• Results: Smooth soft skin for up to 8 weeks; gentle results for sensitive skin; finer, sparser regrowth.

REVIEW:

Amazing results, takes a bit of practice and can be a bit painful if you're not used to waxing. But so worth it. A great product and again amazing results!!! LOVED IT :) 

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Glowing Skin: How to Even out Bad Skin Tone by: Brianne (Guest Post)

About the author: Brianne is a blogger by profession. She loves writing on beauty and health. Beside this she is fond of fashion. Recently an article on low cholesterol diet attracted her attention. These days she is busy in writing an article on high waisted jeans for her blog.

Do you have a bad skin or even acne? Then you are right with me. I have already suffered very long time with blemishes. In my youth, I had acne and my skin was suffering with no end to over 30. There is a lot of information on the subject on the Internet. But I'm tired of websites with inaccurate or insufficient information or pages just push a particular product as the alleged panacea.

I have decided to create a personal overview of how to rid of impure skin. The following guidance is based on my own experiences.

Step 1: Find a doctor

If you, only, have slightly blemished skin or were already at a dermatologist, you can simply skip this step. For me this is the first step, because it is important to receive a diagnosis of severe acne by a specialist. That does not mean you should now give up natural resources - the opposite! Natural methods to fight against skin impurities are essentially important in my opinion. They support the skin with their healing. They also help prevent the acne comes back after one example, certain prescribed drugs settles.

Conventional drugs such as antibiotics and gels (e.g. BPO) deal only with the skin on the surface. If you have acne, most likely something in your body is working properly. Natural methods can put the impure skin directly to the root.

A conventional treatment and nature to work very well hand in hand.

Step 2: Be gentle to the skin

In 99% of cases, acne is caused by something in the body is not working properly. Acne is not caused by dirt or improper maintenance. The first thing often affected when a pimple is formed, they resort to harsh chemicals lobes. You know what? This usually makes everything worse. If the skin is left alone, it usually makes a good job, they care about it.

Regular gentle peeling is also a great idea. But be careful if you have severe acne, and many inflammatory sites. Here you can exfoliate just the opposite: the bacteria are spread more. It is very important always, be gentle with your skin. Use only scrubs that are meant for sensitive skin. The products should not contain too rough and sharp-edged exfoliating grains. Check items carefully!

Take a week healing clay mask once. Sebum from the pores is removed by the clay, which is beneficial for acne, pimples and blackheads naturally. It also promoted the circulation of the skin, thereby improving the supply of oxygen and nutrients.

Step 3: Treat pimples

If a single pimple particularly annoys us, we should fight him specifically. On the cosmetics market, there are countless products. Each must find his own preference. Many products from pharmacies or drug stores contain benzoyl peroxide (BPO) or salicylic acid. For me, these products were always sharp and dehydration. The good thing about natural remedies is that they usually have no side effects.

Step 4: Raising eat

A particular diet is not the cause of acne, but this may increase.

The diet can affect hormone production, increase blood sugar, or enrich the body of unwanted toxins. This in turn may promote the formation of pimples.

I know that this is certainly the hardest step to change something in the diet. Therefore, it is important to do this step by step. In addition, do not overdo it! Eat a balanced and healthy as possible, but treat yourself every now and again something that you just tastes good.

They should actually not come from a skin problem at an eating problem. Take the 90/10-Regel. Eat healthy and get 90% of 10% for pure enjoyment. If you eat consciously to clarify his skin that does not mean that eating more may not be fun.

Step 5: Relax

In the long period when I was struggling with acne and skin blemishes, I have found: Stress has a negative effect on the skin. Do not overlook the importance of a relaxed and stress-free lifestyle. This step can be just as difficult in many cases, such as the change in diet.

Each of us has come to its own path to peace. Find out what's good for you. Listen to music, read a good book, walking, yoga or just relaxing with a facial mask. If you find in your daily routine no place for relaxation, then you must create space for it.

Instead of sitting in the evening watching television, why not take something completely different that is fun and relaxed. Do it deliberately!

Example, you can turn off the light, candles, should give a few drops of relaxing essential oil in an incense burner and just relax for half an hour.

This does not only good for the skin, but also caresses our soul. Regular relaxation can eventually be self-employed, such as brushing your teeth. Make sure you indulge in every day moments of calm.

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Maybelline SuperStay Liquid Foundation

PRODUCT DETAILS

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

• Stays comfortable and looks naturally flawless all day
• Micro-Flex formula provides 24-hour wear and no transfer
• Withstands heat, sweat and humidity
• Oil-free, dermatologist-tested, fragrance-free
• Suitable for all skin types

FOR BEST RESULTS

Apply smoothly and evenly to your face and blend with your fingertips. 

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REVIEW

The question I get asked most is: “What Is Your Favorite Liquid Foundation, & Why?”

My answer has always been: “Maybelline SuperStay Liquid Foundation, & Because It Does What It Says.”

It does last a VERY long time, and I would recommend it. I’ve tried so many foundations, & this has to be my ultimate favorite. I go to school, come back and it’s still perfect! If you do have oily skin, I would recommend keeping oil blotting pads with you.

PROS: It stays on for a long time, withstands heat & sweat, Alright Coverage.

CONS: It’s a thick formula.

They have SO many different shades, so you can find which one is best for you! I use Classic Ivory .

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MAYBELLINE-SUPER STAY 14Hr LIPSTICK

PRODUCT DETAILS

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

14HR Lipstick with an ultra-lightweight formula:
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 • Super rich colour that lasts for 14 hours
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 • 20 long wearing shades 

FOR BEST RESULTS

Apply your lipcolour by starting in the center of your upper lip. Work from the center to the outer edges of your lip, following the contours of your mouth. Then glide across the entire bottom lip.

20 LONG WEARING SHADES

Review

Meet the 14HR lipstick that won't weigh you down.
Super rich colour with super staying power.
No dragging. No drying. No letdowns at all. 

CARING FOR LONG HAIR

Caring for long hair takes a lot more time compared to caring for short hair or hair of normal length. Just washing and drying long hair can be quite a task in itself. Below are some tips on managing long hair.

Long Hair Care Tips
1)Avoid sleeping with tightly braided hair or hair in a tight ponytail. The stress can cause breakage and/or hair loss.

2)When your hair is braided, make sure that it is not too tight or it could cause breakage and/or hair loss.

3)If your hair is braided or you have a ponytail, use a specially treated band or scrunchie which will prevent breakage of your hair. Limit your use of clips, bows, and untreated bands.

4)Even if you plan on growing your hair out further, you should trim your hair once every 3 months, if not split ends will cause your hair to break off and your hair will begin to lose it's beauty. If you plan on just maintaining your length, a trim once every month and a half to two months should suffice.

5)Don't use a brush to detangle your hair, this will stretch your hair and may cause your hair to break off. Instead use your fingers, a pick, or a wide tooth comb to detangle your hair.

6)When detangling your hair work your way from the tips of your hair up to the hair roots. Work on detangling one section of your hair at a time and go in a downward direction.

7)Be gentle when detangling; pulling down on your hair too hard will cause breakage.

8)If you detangle your hair before washing it, it'll be easier to dry and style as well as decrease the knots and tangles after you are done washing your hair.

9)Don't rub your hair dry with a towell, instead blot the water out of your hair, when you rub, it'll cause your hair to tangle.

10)Hair can get caught on cotton pillow cases and break when you are sleeping especially if you toss and turn a lot when you sleep. Using a satin or silk pillowcase where your hair will make it so that hair will slide across the pillowcase without getting caught. Another tactic to prevent breakage is to put your hair up in a ponytail on the top of your head with a scrunchie or specially treated band (that prevents breakage).

11)An alternative to the silk pillowcase is to wear a satin or silk scarf over your hair before your sleep to prevent breakage.

12)Brushing your hair is important because it spreads the the hair oils out across the length of your hair. Use long strokes starting from the roots of your hair when brushing and stroke your hand over your hair after you are done brushing to get rid of static.

QUICK & NATURAL COLLEGE/WORK MAKE-UP

This short and easy to follow video tutorial is very helpful to get that natural and stylish everyday look for work or college.

I personally really liked it because its very easy to follow and tells all that we need to know for natural make-up.

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Skin So Soft

When it comes to smoothing, softening and pampering, Skin So Soft is one of Avon’s best-selling brands. FromOriginal Bath Oil to Mineral Gems Body Scrubs and moisturizers, Skin So Soft has a product to keep your skin soft, smooth and luxuriously hydrated.

Use Skin So Soft for all of your bath and shower needs and discover the complete line of moisturizers, hair removal kits, and soothing hand softeners.

For super-soft, silky-smooth skin, make Skin So Soft your ultimate indulgence!

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NEW REVLON PHOTOREADY™ SCULPTING BLUSH PALETTE

DETAILS:

Makeup artist inspired palette of 3 complementary shades to sculpt, color and illuminate cheekbones and create a multi-dimensional look 3-in-1 makeup artist inspired palette with highlighter, blush and contour blush adds color, sculpts and illuminates. Photochromatic pigments bend and reflect light to minimize flaws. Oil free, talc free, fragrance free, paraben free. Available in 4 shades.

• Sculpt: Apply deeper contour shade below cheekbone to sculpt
• Color: Apply blush on apples of cheeks to color
• Illuminate: Apply highlighter shade above cheekbone to illuminate and add glow

EXPERT TIPS:

Enhance those cheekbones!1) Apply deeper contour shade below cheekbone to sculpt 2) Apply blush on apples of cheeks to color 3) Apply highlighter shade above cheekbone to illuminate and add glow.

REVIEW:

This compact is a great concept having blush, contour and highlighter all in one place. The colors aren't that pigmented, IMO, but I like my blush and contour light so I can build as needed. The blush gives a rosy flush and the contour isn't over the top brown so it looks natural and the highlighter is glowy without being sparkly. I gave it only 4 lippies because of the way the compact is designed. The colors are too close together at weird angles, so it makes it difficult to get your brush in each color and get enough product on it. This would have been better if there were 3 squares or rectangular strips of separated color for ease of use. I would buy this again, however. Just wish they'd change the packaging.

NEW! REVLON COLORBURST™ LIP BUTTER

• Buttery Balm + Shiny Color
• Buttery balm with beautiful shiny color to give you baby soft, healthy glowing lips94% of women felt lips were softer, smoother, and instantly hydrated.
• Hydrating mango, shea and coconut butter formula boosts lip moisture by 156%
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• Available in 20 luscious shades

HOW TO USE:

Starting with clean, dry lips apply your favorite shade of Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butter onto lips. Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butter can be worn with or without Lipliner. Reapply as often as desired for softer, smoother and instantly hydrated lips!

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