Olive Oil for Thicker Hair

My mother used to have long and thick hair when she was younger. Now that she is more than 70 years old, her hair is thinning and has lost its luster -until she discovered the benefits of olive oil to hair.

She starts to regularly apply olive oil to her scalp a few hours before taking a bath. Sometimes, she would apply it at night and just sleep with a hair cap to make sure the olive oil is really absorb by the scalp. 

And to our surprise, after a few months of doing it, her healthy hair is restored –thick and shiny again. For those who want to try it too, here’s a simple recipe for olive oil hair mask:

Just add a few drops of honey to olive oil to make a hair mask. Add just enough honey because too much of it can make the mask sticky and harder to apply. When the desired consistency is reached, apply the mixture to hair and scalp and then cover it with a hair cap.

Wait for 1 and ½ hour before rinsing it with shampoo. It is best to rinse with cool water because hot water takes away hair shine. 

Do this natural hair care treatment regularly and your hair will be the envy of many. 

Enjoy Great Skin by Going Natural

Everybody wants to have a beautiful skin and to achieve that-one must be wise in choosing the skin care product to purchase. There are skin creams and ointments that are loaded with chemicals, would burn a hole in one’s pocket and would even prove to be ineffective in the end.

Since our skin is very sensitive, it is a must that we wisely choose the products we buy for our body’s largest organ. It is best to purchase skin products that are loaded with natural ingredients.

One company promises to give the best skin care by offering beauty products that are safe and effective. The products of Madhippie- a company based in Austin Texas are safe because it do not contain harmful chemicals and effective because they utilize natural antioxidants to fight elements that cause skin degeneration. Their tagline is “advanced skin care” because they combine latest science innovations with nature’s best ingredients to create skin-friendly products. Their products are also affordable.

One can also browse their official website to read testimonials of people who can attest to the effectiveness of their products. There are also before and after shots to see how the skin improves after using Madhippie products.

Remedy for White or Gray Hair

Look younger by preventing the growth of white hair. Do it naturally:

You need a pure honey and grated ginger. Mix the two ingredients in equal parts. Store it in a bottle and then take one tablespoon of the mixture every morning. You will notice that your gray hair will darken.

Natural Skin Moisturizers

Regular moisturizing is a must to maintain a young looking and healthy skin.

There are so many creams and facial moisturizers in the market that can be costly or may not b effective. Try this simple natural moisturizer

All you need is 2 teaspoons of milk and 2 tablespoons of honey. Just apply it on face (you can also apply it in the neck area) and leave it there for 10 minutes. Rinse face with warm water.   

Easy Way to Get Rid of Crow’s Feet

Who doesn’t hate crow’s feet? Aside from the fact that is one of the earliest signs of aging, it is also hard to erase. Once crows feet appears, it seems that it will stay forever. The best remedy against crow feet is prevention. One way to prevent it is by putting on an eye cream regularly.

One an also try this natural crow’s feet remedy and hope it will deliver positive results.

All you need is egg white and virgin coconut oil. Just gently dab egg whites on the lines under the eyes before going to bed. After putting egg white, top it with few drops of virgin coconut oil. Lave it overnight and rinse in the morning. Leave it overnight and repeat the procedure until crows feet disappears.

Quick Natural Remedies for Acne

Say bye-bye to unsightly acne or pimples and say hello to a blemish-free skin by trying out these simple acne solutions:

Baking soda for acne: Apply baking soda on pimples and gently massaged it. Be careful not to overscrub. Then rinse with water. 

Garlic for acne: Apply grind garlic on pimples. This will hasten healing and stop infections.

Aloe vera for acne: Use the juice of the aloe vera and apply it on pimples overnight.

Baking yeast for acne: Baking yeast and tea tree oil can be applied on acne.

Cure Your Oily Skin

Oily skin is not only unsightly and embarrassing, it only makes you prone to pimples. So it is best to control oily skin. Here’s a simple recipe ypu can try for oil-free skin:

Recipe 1: You will need 1 egg white and 3 tsp of oatmeal. Just beat the egg white and add the oatmeal. You will then apply he mixture on skin and leave it for 15 minutes. Then rinse with cold water.

Recipe 2: All you need is milk of magnesia. Just put a thin layer on your face and leave it there for 15 minutes. Then rinse.

Make your Own Make-Up Remover

People who know the basics of skin care are aware that sleeping without removing your make-up is a big no-no. Dozing off with a make-up is one of the easiest things one can do to have bad skin. As almost everyone wants beautiful skin, there are many make-up removers available in the market. Most of them are expensive and may even contain harsh ingredients.

So why buy when you can actually make your own make-up remover easily. Here’s how:

You just need to prepare the following: about 1 tablespoon of full cream milk, cotton and almond oil. Put the milk in a bowl and then add a few drops of almond oil. Use cotton to dab the mixture on your face to gently remove the make-up. Then use a new cotton to remove the oil and milk on face. Then rinse the face with water to avoid any bacterial residue.

Want Glowing Skin? Go Bananas and Papayas!

Do you have to go to an event where you want to look your best? Then make sure you have glowing skin. If you don’t have the time to afford a special skin treatment, don’t worry. A glowing skin is really not so difficult to achieve. Just go to your kitchen and grab a papaya and banana:

Glowing Skin Recipe 1: Just mash one ripe banana in a bowl then apply the mashed banana on your face and neck. Avoid the eye area. Wait for 5 minutes before rinsing.

Glowing Skin Recipe 2: Mash a ripe papaya in a bowl. Leave the papaya on the face for a few minutes then rinse.

It is recommended to apply banana and papaya on skin regularly to maintain your beautiful skin.

Get Younger Looking Skin Naturally

Most of the time (if not all), beautiful skin is a result of good health. So it follows that those who want to have a young-looking and beautiful skin should pay attention to what they eat and their overall health.

So one natural and effective way to achieve young skin is to improve one’s digestion as it will flush out toxins in the body that causes skin problems and other diseases. This is a natural solution one can try:

Just mix the following: 1 tsp honey, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar and 1 tsp of extra virgin coconut oil.

Drink the mixture once or twice a day for one week. Expect great improvements on your skin and digestion.

Make your Own Lip Gloss

Want luscious and kissable lips but you have run out of lip gloss? Try making your own lip gloss at home:

What you need:  

beeswax (about ¼ cup, sesame oil (2 tbsp), castor oil, beet juice, jar, essential oil (not required) and double boiler

Procedure:

1. Using a double boiler, melt the beeswax.
2. After the beeswax melted, remove it from heat then add the oils.
3. To add color, add beet juice. The amount of beet juice would depend on your desired lip gloss color.
4. Then store the mixture in jar and wait till it solidifies.
5. You now have a homemade lip gloss.
6. You can also transfer some of the mixture in a small container so you can use it anywhere you go.
7. One can also add essential oil for fragrance

Natural Hair Conditioners

Everyone who wants a smooth and shiny hair knows the importance of hair conditioners. For those who want a natural conditioner, you can easily make your own hair product. Try the hair recipes below:

Hair conditioner 1:

For a do-it-yourself hair conditioner, all you need is plain yoghurt. Wash your hair with a regular shampoo. Rinse your newly shampooed hair and wring out excess water, then simply massage the plain yoghurt in the hair. Leave it for more or less five minutes. Or leave it on hair while you are taking a shower. Then rinse your hair with warm water. You now have a smoother and more beautiful hair.

Hair conditioner 2: Mix ½ cup honey and ¼ cup olive oil (or virgin coconut oil). Apply the mixture on hair gradually. Make sure the whole hair is coated before putting on shower cap. Wait for 30 minutes before rinsing hair with your favorite shampoo. 

Natural Way to Get Rid of Blackheads

Blackheads are unsightly and if you go for a facial to get rid of it, it can be costly and even painful. Here’s a natural remedy for blackheads that is pain-free and effective:

Anti-Blackheads Recipe 1: You will need a cornstarch and vinegar. Just mix the two ingredients and apply it on area with blackheads. Leave it for 15-30 minutes. Wash your face by gently scrubbing the face with a washcloth and using warm water.

Anti-Blackheads Recipe 2: You will need an egg white and cotton. First soak the cotton in the egg white. Then use the soaked cotton to cover the area where there is a blackhead. Wait until the egg white dries and harden. Carefully remove the dried cotton and expect the blackhead to come off with it.

Want Whiter Teeth Do It the Natural Way

Smoking, too much dark sodas, coffee or tea- all these can make teeth less whiter. Dentists offer a quick solution such as teeth bleaching but it can be super expensive right? Fret not. Here is a cheap and natural way to whiten your teeth/

Just use: ½ teaspoon baking soda, soft toothbrush and 1 ripe strawberry

All you need to do is mash the strawberry and then add the baking soda. Mix it well and then using the soft toothbrush apply the mixture on the teeth. Wait for five minutes before rinsing and then brush your teeth with regular toothpaste. You can get rid of the strawberry seeds by flossing. Strawberries are a natural teeth whitener because it contains malic acid which can remove surface discoloration.

Caution: Apply the mixture only once a week because doing it so often may cause the acid to damage tooth enamel.

What To Do With Fruit Peels?

Some people love to eat fruits such as apples or pears without its peel. And of course there are fruits that you really can’t eat without its peel such as oranges, mangoes, etc. But don’t you feel a little guilty when you are about to throw those fruit peels? In my case, the answer is yes mainly because I read somewhere that the nutrients – practically all the good stuff in fruits are in the peel. 

So I tried to look for ways on how to use fruit peels. And mind you, just by googling it, I discovered a lot of ways to use fruit peels. Some say one can make a tea by boiling fruit peels and adding some cinnamon or honey. Others make a spread jam out of fruit peels while others boil it for the nice aroma.

As for me, this is what I do with our fruit peels. I add the fruit peels in my daughter’s bath. I just gather all the fruit peels then boil it in a pot of water. Sometimes I put the peels and a bit of warm water in a blender then use the mixture when bathing my baby. I am also thinking of putting the extracts in a nice bottle then maybe I can give it as a gift on Christmas.

The benefits? It makes the skin soft, smooth and hastens recovery of insect bites and other wounds.

Pamper Yourself at Home DIY Foot Spa

I have a confession to make; you know the skin in my feet is so dry. Those kinds that even if you put tons of lotion on it in the morning, it always ends up dry and feeling hard at the days end.

I felt envy whenever I see girls with soft, smooth and pinkish feet and toes. To prettify my feet, I used to go for a foot spa service but I find the service a little expensive. There are also times when I would be disappointed with the result. I also think that the foot spa service is actually easy to do. In fact I can do it by myself and at home.

What you need for the foot spa recipe:

Here’s the foot spa recipe I recently tried. All you need is evaporated milk, water, sugar and lemon zest and lemon rind. If you do not have lemon, you can use calamansi. You will also need a large bowl where you will soak you feet on. Prepare lotion and towel too.

Foot Spa Recipe

Put at least two (2) cups of milk in seven (7) cups of hot water. Then put a few drops of lemon zest. Transfer this mixture in a large bowl and soak your feet in it for at least 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, get the lemon rind and put ½ cup of sugar on it. Rub the lemon rind with sugar on your fet to remove dead skin cells.

Then rinse your feet with clean water and pat dry. You now have freshly scrubbed feet- it is soft to touch and smells good too. As an extra treat, apply lotion on your feet and then wrapped it with an old sock for at least an hour to trap the moisture. It is best to do this routine before bedtime so you can wrapped your feet overnight.

Try this do it yourself foot spa recipe. Save money and get happy feet!