Tuesday, 9 April 2013

REFRESHING AND NOURISHING RED / WHITE WINE FACIAL CLEANSER



Ingredients and items needed
(1)Red wine
 Glass of Red Wine
Red wine contains high levels of antioxidant polyphenols, which are beneficial in keeping skin healthy. Red wine’s benefits

-           fight free radicals

-          stimulate blood circulation

-          rejuvenate and firm skin

-          Increase skin elasticity

-          ease the nerves

-          leave skin bright and glowing

Why is been used it: The above stimulating properties mean that red wine should soften wrinkles and fine lines and therefore should be very useful in battling the effects of aging skin. In the cases of acne and eczema, red wine is also considered to be good for detoxifying the skin and in this way, helping the skin against these kind of disorders. The alternative of red wine is white wine contains the same qualities as red wine, but in more subtle quantities. If you’ve got really sensitive or really fair skin, I would advise that you use white wine in this recipe. Note: Box wine is also suitable. (2)LEMON JUICE / EXTRACT (FRESH!)
Or vinegar
Why we love using it: Just like vinegar, citrus fruits like lemons are filled with naturally occurring AHAs.

Why is been used : For the awesome natural cleansing properties of the AHAs.
What’s the alternative: If you’re unable to squeeze your own lemon juice (which is what I recommend), you could buy a bottle of freshly squeezed lemon juice from a grocery store. Make sure that you get 100% fresh juice that is neither sweetened nor enhanced with anything. You could also substitute this with the vinegar.

(3)Cucumber juice
 Why we love using it: Cucumber cleanses the skin with out irritating it,which makes it suitable for people with sensitive skin and combination skin. Why is been used: With its nourishing, hydrating, and astringent properties it works wonders for your skin. Cucumber is helpful to brighten, whiten, and even tighten your skin. Cucumbers contain the same pH level as your skin, a factor that aids in replenish your skin’s protective and natural acid mantle. Note: cucumber should be used in place of lemon juice for sensitive skin and lemon in place of cucumber for people allergic to cucumber.
 (4)Honey.
 Why we love using it: Honey cleanses, hydrates, nourishes the skin makes it suitable for all skin types. Why is been used: it’s nourishing, moisturizing and the microbes it as makes it beneficial for all skin types most especially oily-acne prone skin, the microbes it contain fights against acne causing bacteria.
Empty bottle with tiny hole
It’s ideal bottle for homemade facial cleanser allows to pour out the amount you want without wasting.
Empty bottle
Be sure to thoroughly clean and dry the bottle and cap/lid.
 You sterilize with your fresh lemon juice, just pore a lot and shake well repeat agin then clean with water and dry.
Making the cleanser
Combine the following *ingredients in your empty bottle or container:
6 tbsp of red wine (or 6 tbsp of white wine)
 3 tbsp of fresh lemon juice or cucumber juice
 3 tbsp organic honey

Shake the contents well and . . . that’s it! This recipe if kept well refrigerated will keep for 10 months to a year without going bad. However, I prefer to make it in small batches.
* Feel free to alter the ratio of the ingredients depending on the size of container you are using.
HERE’S HOW TO USE YOUR CLEANSER:
Clean your face thoroughly
 Use cotton wool / cotton balls to apply the cleanser all over your face, avoiding contact with your eyes.
 Allow the cleanser a few minutes to dry. Your face may get a little bit sticky once the cleanser has dried on.
 Gently rinse off the cleanser with warm water
 Dab your face dry, and moisturize
Hope you all love this
Feel free to comment, ask questions or send me feedback. Tell me how your Refreshing Red / White Wine Cleanser feels. Remember if you don’t care for your skin who will?

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