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20 Homemade Masks for a DIY Facial. If you didn’t know how many amazing beauty products you could whip up with the contents of your cabinets, you’re in for a pleasant surprise.

20 Homemade Masks for a DIY Facial

We’ve been fans of the DIY face mask for a long time, but we were super excited to get back in the kitchen and curate a whole bunch of new recipes for everyone’s face mask needs. Grab your fave produce and smart smearing, because these 20 homemade face masks will get you glowin’ in no time. 1. Chamomile Oatmeal Face Mask: Chamomile is basically the queen of soothing teas, so it stands to reason that it would be soothing to your skin, too. DIY: Coffee Face Mask - Beauty Banter. The coffee face mask is a classic for injecting life into a dull, tired complexion.

DIY: Coffee Face Mask - Beauty Banter

While the mask will remind you of your morning cup of joe (wake-me-up included!) , it’s actually an ideal mask for all skin types – with a few add-ins depending on your skin concerns. About 10 years ago, beauty companies started to use caffeine as an ingredient in face products because of its incredible tightening effects. So, while this mask is meant to brighten your complexion, it will also tighten it, revealing a more youthful you! There are many variations to the coffee face mask, but this is the one that I like best – it’s simple, fast and effective. Benefits of the Ingredients: Coffee Beans – Reduces inflammation and redness, and the appearance of under eye circles. Directions: In your bowl, mix the finely ground coffee beans with the cocoa powder. Top 10 Homemade Face Masks and Scrubs. Here is a list of our 10 favorite homemade face masks and scrubs.

Top 10 Homemade Face Masks and Scrubs

These recipes all use basic ingredients that can be found in your pantry! 1. Lemon-Honey Face Scrub To remove dead skin, retain and provide moisturizing benefits, and brighten your complexion 2 tablespoons of honey1 tablespoon of lemon juice1 tablespoon of olive oil1 ½ tablespoons of sugar Blend ingredients in a bowl, apply to face, and rinse with warm water 2. 9 Soothing DIY Facial Masks. Forget spending time and money at your local spa.

9 Soothing DIY Facial Masks

The secret to great skin is as close as your kitchen! Pamper yourself with these simple, homemade facial masks. From Extraordinary Uses for Ordinary Things (Reader's Digest Association Books) Loading. Share your homemade face mask recipes. Mint Lime Foot Soak +Free Printable {Gift Idea} A few years ago I shared a very simple gift idea for a peppermint foot soak at Christmas time which was very popular, so I made a new version just in time for Spring & Summer.

Mint Lime Foot Soak +Free Printable {Gift Idea}

This one is Mint Lime Foot Soak, which has a wonderful mint and fresh citrus scent that is perfect for tired tootsie and 'flip flop feet' in warmer weather. This would made such a perfect gift for Mother's Day or a teacher's appreciation gift. This is very easy for anyone to make and can be made in bulk to create many little jars for gift-giving. Here is what you will need: Mint Lime Foot Soak {makes 4~1/2 cup jars} Supplies: 2 cups Epsom salts 1 lime zester peppermint essential oil lime essential oil green food colouring {optional} 4~1/2 clean glass jars with lips ribbon & paper embellishments for jars Directions: 1.In medium bowl, add Epsom salts, zest from 1 lime, 2-3 drops of peppermint essential oil, 2-3 drops of lime essential oil, and 1-2 drops green food colouring. 2. Simply Elegant Body Cream-The Aromahead Blog- www.aromahead.com. Simply Elegant Body Cream is quick to make and doesn’t require any melting on the stove.

Simply Elegant Body Cream-The Aromahead Blog- www.aromahead.com

This body cream has a lovely thick texture, and coats dry skin beautifully. Even a small amount of this cream is deeply moisturizing–and it lasts for hours! If you love the aromas of shea butter, coconut oil and Neroli, you just might fall in love with this easy to make homemade body cream. Lemon Sugar Scrub I Heart Nap Time. Happy spring, fellow I Heart Nap Time lovers!

Lemon Sugar Scrub I Heart Nap Time

Talitha from Love, Pomegranate House here! Coffee & Cocoa Facial Mask for All Skin Types. A Miracle Treatment to Make Your Feet Feel Like They Checked Into a Spa: Gardenista. Older A Miracle Treatment to Make Your Feet Feel Like They Checked Into a Spa by Erin Boyle Issue 105 · Editors' Picks 2013 · January 3, 2014 Newer Issue 105 · Editors' Picks 2013 · January 3, 2014 Share on email Whether you've been pounding the city pavement to chase after cherry blossoms or crouching in the garden to harvest your garlic scapes, your feet have been doing most of the work.

A Miracle Treatment to Make Your Feet Feel Like They Checked Into a Spa: Gardenista

Photographs by Erin Boyle. Above: Whether you've been pounding the pavement in the city chasing after cherry blossoms, or crouching in the garden to harvest your garlic scapes, your feet need a little pampering. Above: Epsom salts are the main ingredient in this soak. Above: Peppermint, lemon, and rose petals are all known for their revitalizing and refreshing properties. DIY on a Dime: Lavender Hand Scrub. Unless you’ve got a nanny, a housekeeper, a chauffeur, and a chef, it’s hard to manage a home and family–and still keep a smile on your face. But, it’s worth trying. Because nobody wants a crabby mom. Join me while I try to navigate these choppy waters and keep smiling. Subscribe to my RSS feed or receive free updates via email. Sign up for my free seasonal newsletter. Lavender Hand Scrub comes together in minutes and for cheap, but seems like such an elegant gift.

A few weeks ago I took one of the boys to the mall, something that happens maybe once a year. DIY on a Dime: Mix Lavender Milk Bath. Mix up this easy Lavender Milk Bath to gift this year. Years ago I had the best time putting together spa kits for the ladies among my friends and family. In addition to a few bath items like loofahs, puffs, and wash cloths, I also included a homemade milk bath scented with lavender. Milk bath is super easy to prepare and lovely to bathe in. The lavender flowers are pretty, but they may weird your family out if you forget to rinse the tub. Don’t forget to rinse the tub.