Total all-over skin softener...
Warm 1/2 cup of canned, unsweetened, coconut milk in the microwave for 30 seconds. Stir in 2 tablespoons of honey. Massage the mixture all over the body, then rinse in warm, not hot water. (tub or shower). The lactic acid in the coconut milk exfoliates flakes, the honey hydrates and heals, and the heat makes the mixture penetrate into the skin better...
Dry, ragged cuticles...
Steep 2 bags of chamomile tea in a cup of hot water. Let it cool to a comfortable temperature and soak the fingers in the cup for one minute. Apply Vitamin E oil and massage it in gently, leaving it on the skin...
Cracked, calloused feet...
Spread any moisturizer you have on your feet. Apply a light coat of vaseline over the feet. Put on socks that have been warmed up in the dryer---Go to sleep with the socks on...In the morning, your feet will be smooth and soft...
Heal chapped lips...
Heat one tablespoon of Udder balm (you can get this at any drugstore) or you can use cocoa butter, for about 30 seconds in the microwave. When the mixture cools off to a comfortable temperature, apply it to the lips with a soft toothbrush and gently scrub to remove flakes and dry skin. Use a coarse washcloth to remove the mixture to further exfoliate the lips. Open up a Vitamin E capsule and apply the contents to the lips and gently massage it into the lips...
Friday, January 11, 2008
Natural beauty tips
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