Using a sunless tanner is a popular summer trend, and if you’re going to do it, you should do it right! Exfoliating before you slather on that faux-tan lotion is always a must in order to avoid streaks and an uneven tan. So whether you’re gearing up to try a self-tanner or just want silky smooth skin, try this citrus salt scrub:
Start off by mixing 1 cup of sea salt and 1/4 cup of olive oil or coconut oil. Then, add 1/2 tsp of lemon juiceand mix well. Be sure to store in an airtight container!
If you can get your hands on a beet, making your own colored lip gloss is easy. This recipe can also double as a rub on blush for your cheeks.
Note: Pomegranates and strawberries would work for this as well, but strawberries will work too, but it will take more strawberries to achieve the deep red color that is easily achieved through a beet in this project.
2. Chop your beet up into pieces and heat it. I put mine in the microwave for 40 seconds. The heat brings the red juice out.
3. In a small container (a bottle cap or lid will work), mix your beet juice with a couple drops of olive oil. Mix in powdered sugar until a consistency to your liking is reached.
4. Once the mixture has been made, use a lipstick brush to brush it onto your lips. You can also use a makeup sponge to add color to your cheeks with this mixture.
This recipe is a great way to reduce your own consumption of makeup-industry products all while knowing exactly what's in your makeup.
Blueberries are known for their antioxidant power. They go head to head with all those free radicals in your body just waiting to do some damage. The reason why is because blueberries are filled with vitamin C and E.
Method
1. Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend well.
2. Evenly apply all over the face, leaving room around the eyes and mouth.
3. Leave the masque on for 5 minutes allowing it to fully sink in hydrating and nourishing the skin.
Antioxidants prevent and repair UV damage, and using them in your beauty routine is a wonderful way to prepare for sun exposure.
1/3 cup blueberries (wild blueberries, if possible, as they are higher in antioxidants)
1/3 cup blackberries (you may substitute raspberries, which are slightly lower in antioxidants)
1/3 cup cranberries (dried will work if fresh aren’t available)
1 tsp. fresh oregano leaves
½ tsp. cinnamon
4 tbsp. plain yogurt
3 tbsp. honey
Directions
Allow all ingredients to come to room temperature. In a food processor, combine berries, oregano, and cinnamon, and process on high until smooth. Stir in the yogurt and honey with a spoon, then transfer mixture to a shatterproof bowl.
In a warm shower, prepare your skin by exfoliating your entire body with a scrub/polish. Next, step back from the water (but stay in the shower/tub) and turn the temperature as high as possible to create steam. Massage the smoothie onto your entire body in circular motions and continue to reapply until all the mixture has been used. Let the smoothie sit on the skin for 5-10 minutes. Rinse clean with warm water.
After drying, apply a body lotion rich in vitamin A, and make sure to apply sunscreen before sun exposure. (Look for one that protects against both UVA and UVB rays.)
Note that this treatment is messy, so plan on cleaning the shower after use.
Don’t use this recipe if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.
Ripe with enzymes and vitamin A, peaches help tighten pores. Cucumbers, meanwhile, nourish connective tissue and rejuvenate the skin thanks to their abundance of silica. Plus, their ascorbic and caffeic acids prevent water retention, making them popular for reducing puffiness.
1/2 peach
1/2 cucumber
Directions:
Puree ingredients in a blender until smooth, apply mixture to face, and leave on for 20 minutes.
Here are some ingredients to avoid when looking for beauty products.
WHAT IT IS: FD&C or D&C colors are made from coal tar derivatives.
WHY IT'S BAD: Listed by the EPA as human respiratory toxins, they are also considered allergens and skin irritants.
LOOK FOR: Colors from natural sources like annatto, beets, carrot, chlorophyll, and minerals like iron and mica.
Hydroquinone
WHAT IT IS: Banned in some countries, this is a skin-lightening agent known to cause DNA damage and liver cancer.
WHY IT'S BAD: It can cause serious skin irritation, swelling and thick skin.
LOOK FOR: Kojic acid, licorice extract (glycyrrhizinate) and soy proteins.
Parabens
WHAT IT IS: Parabens are synthetic preservatives (like propylparaben) found in creams, lotions and makeup.
WHY IT'S BAD: Though controversial, recent studies have shown that parabens can mimic estrogen in the body, and have been linked to breast and ovarian cancer.
LOOK FOR: Paraben-free
Sulfates
WHAT IT IS: Sulfates (like sodium myreth-sulfate) are harsh detergents found in cleansers and toothpaste.
WHY IT'S BAD: At even low-use concentration, they can cause skin and eye irritation as well as penetrate deep into the skin.
WHAT IT IS: Toluene (a.k.a. methyl-benzene) is a solvent in nail polish that helps create a smooth application.
WHY IT'S BAD: Inhalation can irritate the respiratory tract, and cause headaches and insomnia. Stored in fat tissue, it may lead to developmental delays or attention deficit in children of women with chronic exposure.
Splits can result when you rough up your hair with your brush, comb and other styling tools. To prevent split ends and breakage, be gentle — especially when hair is wet.
Sea salt enhances and defines natural waves, while fragrant essential oil helps lock in moisture and softness. Just a few spritzes make hair look as if you've been frolicking in the ocean all afternoon.
Carrots and berries boost red tresses. The yogurt's lactic acid helps the coloring antioxidants in the berries and carrots get past the surface of your locks -- so they really seep in. Honey, a natural humectant, hydrates the hair.
Tea, lemon, and potato enhance sunny shades. The chamomile and lemon act as whitening agents, and the acidic lemon juice allows potato enzymes -- which help brighten blonde hair -- to break through the tough, keratinized outer layer of the hair.
Cocoa makes for a deeper, richer brown. How it works: Honey moisturizes while acids in the yogurt (lactic) and vinegar (acetic) penetrate the hair shaft, allowing the cocoa's pigment to sink in. Natural acids open the cellular doors to the pigmented molecules and make the results more pronounced.
Whip 1/2 cup cocoa powder, 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 1 teaspoon honey, and 1 teaspoon apple-cider vinegar into a paste. Shampoo hair, squeeze out the water, and apply the mask. Keep it on for 2 to 3 minutes. Drape a towel around your neck to prevent the mask from dripping, as it may stain skin temporarily. Rinse, then style as usual.
The treatment: A coffee, sugar and vanilla scrub. “Coffee has strong antioxidant properties,” says makeup artist Diana Carreiro, who’s worked on celebs like Chantal Kreviazuk and Mira Sorvino. Because of this, it’s a good choice for the rougher skin on your body, while sugar works as a light manual exfoliator to smooth skin. Vanilla extract adds a soothing scent for at-home aromatherapy.
What you need: A quarter-cup of olive oil, one teaspoon of vanilla extract (non-artificial extract is best), half a cup of fresh coffee grinds and one cup of sugar.
Making it: In a small glass or ceramic bowl, combine olive oil and vanilla extract. In a separate medium bowl or plastic container, mix grinds (use them within 20 minutes of brewing for maximum benefits) with sugar. Add the mixtures together, blending into thick paste.
Using it: In the shower, let skin soften under warm water for 5-10 minutes. Scoop out a small handful of the scrub and massage it in circular motions from your limbs to your heart to increase circulation. Rinse and follow with a gentle shower gel to remove excess residue. Note: Do not use this scrub on your face or on any broken or sensitive skin.
How often to use it: Once a week is best for regular skin, says Carreiro. If your skin is quite dry and bumpy, twice a week is recommended.
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