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Many natural ingredients contain wonders that help keep our skin fresh and clear. Here are some basic natural beauty products you can incorporate in your skincare routine.
At first glance, you may think you’re looking at a condiment grocery list. These items could actually be part of your new skincare regimen because of multi-purpose components that not only work well with the food we eat, but also work as topical treatments and skincare ingredients.
It may be your staple sweetener for your dishes or drinks, but what exactly is honey? Made by bees from the nectar of flowers, it’s a sweet, thick liquid which bees save as food in times of scarcity. Used both for food and medicine since ancient times, its natural healing properties have made it a common ingredient in skincare products.
Honey has been touted for its natural antibacterial properties, and is widely used in products that prevent or treat acne. Try getting rid of zits with a small dab of raw honey instead of acne cream before going to bed. With your pimples soothed, you’re guaranteed a fresher, clearer look. Infused in facial washes, it can help maintain clean pores and keep pimple-causing bacteria at bay.
Honey can also keep skin well-hydrated by increasing its water content. This keeps your skin from overproducing oil and getting too greasy in the day.
Aside from being an indoor air purifying plant, you may have heard your parent or grandparent tell you that aloe vera is known for improving the health of your hair and scalp and promoting hair growth. This may be because aloe vera is rich in vitamins and minerals, like vitamins A, C, and E, that feed and protect the skin. It also has exceptional moisturizing properties but has that light, fresh feel when it goes on the skin.
However, not everyone has an aloe vera plant lying around the house or knows how to apply it correctly, so you can opt to go with lotions that already have this ingredient, such as the Block & White Aloe White Gel Lotion. It’s a 2-in-1 lotion with aloe vera extracts and whitening vitamins to hydrate and lighten your skin without the sticky feel.
When life gives you lemons, you get instant skincare! Its acidic qualities can clear away oil from your pores and skin, which makes it a sought-after component in cleansers and soaps. They also help remove skin impurities like blackheads and can help with dandruff and dry scalp. Mixed with baking soda, it can also be used as a teeth whitener.
Its citric acid content exfoliates the skin, and promote the growth of new skin cells helping brighten and lighten skin for that always-fresh look.
Fiber comes to mind when we think of oatmeal. It has become a staple in diets for weight loss and heart health because of its benefits in lowering cholesterol and controlling blood sugar. Not only is it a fiber-filled food and a good source of protein, but it also has great benefits for the skin.
Oatmeal has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which are not only good for your diet, but can also aid in treating skin disorders. It is a common ingredient in face masks and oat baths due to the presence of amino acids that help heal and repair damaged skin. It is also known to soothe mild skin rashes and allergies.
Its grainy texture makes it a good exfoliant, as seen in its presence in different body scrubs and body bars used to slough off dead skin cells. This makes way for new cells and brighter skin so you not only feel clean and fresh, but also look gleamingly radiant on the outside.
Mint or mentha is an herb best known for its medicinal properties. It is a common ingredient in toothpaste, mouthwash, balms, and shampoos for its cooling and refreshing quality. Aside from its cooling effect, mint is actually antipruritic, which means that it can soothe and relieve itching. This is why it can be found in many “cure-all” balms, anti-dandruff tonics, and anti-insect bite rubs.
The relief it brings is not only for bites and itching, but also for sun damage and intense heat. Its menthol component has been incorporated into products like soothing wet wipes which can bring down one’s skin temperature. Mint is also common in cleansers, toners, soap, and even facial masks because of its trademark refreshing coolness.
The presence of natural ingredients in your skincare routine means effectivity and quick results. You get healthy, balanced skin, and less of the allergens. Take care of your skin with fresh beauty finds like oatmeal baths for soothing the skin, minty soaps, or Block & White Aloe White Gel Lotion for hydration without the greasy feel. Now that you’ve got the secret to fresh and clear skin, it’s time to add these items to your grocery list and make that natural switch.
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