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August 7, 2014

Top 10 Homemade Skin Care Remedies

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Skin can tell a lot about a person. What is your skin saying about you? Natural skin care uses things from nature to feed your skin. To improve the look and feel of your skin, try these homemade skin care remedies to soothe what ails you.

Top 10 Homemade Skin Care Remedies
Table of Contents show
1 Homemade Skin Care
2 What does your Skin look like?
3 Is Your Skin Itchy?
4 Top 10 Homemade Skin Care Remedies
5 Aloe Vera
6 Drink more fluids
7 Oatmeal
8 Use an all natural scrub
9 Baking soda
10 Apple cider vinegar
11 Avocados
12 Cucumber
13 Mint juice
14 Juniper berries and cloves

Homemade Skin Care

Skin is the largest organ of the body, did you know? And, it happens to be on the outside of it as well. That thin layer of tissue acts as a natural protector from many environmental and infectious organisms that would seek to gain entry to the body. Like an insect has a hard exoskeleton, we have a soft one that is designed to do the same thing.

Skin can also reflect what is going on inside the body. It has pores that allow for the exchange of air, water and oils. When the body tries to get rid of harmful substances, the skin is one way to externalize them.

Have you seen whiteheads? They are white because they are filled with oils and other substances the body is trying to remove.

What does your Skin look like?

We all strive for normal healthy skin but can be affected by different skin conditions from time to time. The condition can depend on the environment, genes, stress, chemicals or something entirely different.

Dry skin is a common ailment. Every organ of the body needs moisture for growth and maintenance. The body contains over 80 percent water. But, some is lost through urination, sweat and respiration. Replenishing that water is a daily need. When you donโ€™t skin can look dull, lifeless and become inflamed due to the lack of hydration.

Oily skin can be a problem especially on the face. Even when itโ€™s cold outside, your face is still shining from the excess oil being secreted onto it. Too much oil can clog pores leading to more severe skin conditions like acne, even in adulthood. Certain hormonal imbalances can also increase oil production in the skin.

Is Your Skin Itchy?

The itching is getting the better of you. Itchy skin can be the result of allergies, contact dermatitis, chemicals, genes or the environment. Scratching with the fingernails can damage skin and leave it scarred.

Are you peeling your skin like you would peel an orange? For an orange, itโ€™s okay but for your skin, it can compromise this protective barrier allowing all sorts of invaders to gain access. Peeling can be due to sunburns, wind, and chemicals. The most common cause, however, is overexposure to the sun.

Top 10 Homemade Skin Care Remedies

No matter what is bothering your skin, home remedies can be used as the first line of treatment. If skin issues persist or get increasingly worse, consult a dermatologist. But, since they are all-natural, itโ€™s worth a go.

Aloe Vera

These beautiful green succulent plants have many uses. If you own an aloe plant, break off a leaf tip and squeeze the juice on peeling skin that has been sunburned. Rub the gel on itching skin to begin the healing process of returning moisture to it.

Top 10 Homemade Skin Care Remedies

Drink more fluids

Because skin is one the outside of the body, it needs more hydration than most. Water is the best to drink, but you can have tea, juices and coffee. Try to avoid the caffeinated kind as caffeine can be a diuretic and further sap your skin moisture.

Top 10 Homemade Skin Care Remedies

Oatmeal

Add some plain oatmeal to warm bath water to alleviate itchy skin. It is often used for allergic skin conditions but will work for any other cause as well.

Top 10 Homemade Skin Care Remedies

Use an all natural scrub

Mix finely ground almonds with honey and gently rub all over your face and rough skin spots. Continue for about 15 minutes with a warm wash cloth and then rinse off. This can help remove excess oil from the face.

Top 10 Homemade Skin Care Remedies

Baking soda

It can help with many skin ailments. For itchy skin, sprinkle it in a warm bath and go for a long soak. Mix with a little bit of water to create a paste and rub on itchy unbroken skin.

Top 10 Homemade Skin Care Remedies

Apple cider vinegar

โ€“ It is acidic and can reduce the shine and the amount of oil on your face when used as an astringent. Pour some on a cotton ball and wipe all over the oily areas of your face.

Top 10 Homemade Skin Care Remedies

Avocados

Use the oil or create a paste from fresh ones and apply to the skin to help restore some of the moisture to dry skin.

Top 10 Homemade Skin Care Remedies

Cucumber

They can reduce swelling around the eyes and prevent peeling skin. Chop them up in a food processor and then smooth it on your sunburned skin for cooling relief.

Top 10 Homemade Skin Care Remedies

Mint juice

Crush up some fresh mint leaves with a mortar and pestle until you begin forming juice. Spread the juice over the skin to provide hydration and prevent peeling and dryness.

Juniper berries and cloves

Juniper berries have anti-inflammatory properties to fight itchy skin. Cloves contain a substance called โ€œeugenolโ€ that has a numbing effect on nerves. Read more about cloves and how they benefit through diet here.

Create this remedy by melting beeswax and unsalted butter in two separate pans and then combining them together with ground juniper and ground cloves. Applied the cool mixture to itchy skin.

Top 10 Homemade Skin Care Remedies

Skin is an important part of the body and plays a crucial role in keeping the entire body healthy. Natural home skin remedies can improve its look, feel, and integrity. Look no further than your kitchen to get started.

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  1. Alysia says

    August 7, 2014 at 4:11 pm

    LOVE these!!
    I like to use charcoal as well. Nothing like an excellent, all natural homemade facial scrub with charcoal in it!

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  2. Xiomeeks says

    August 7, 2014 at 9:14 pm

    These are all amazing tips. My girls are often dealing with itchy skin. I’m going to try the baking soda and oatmeal baths for them. Thanks for sharing.

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  3. Deborah @ mommycrusader says

    August 8, 2014 at 5:31 pm

    Thank you for these fabulous tips about natural care for the skin. I’ve used the oatmeal and baking soda ideas before with great success, but am excited to try the apple cider vinegar tip.

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  4. Sarah says

    August 9, 2014 at 3:19 am

    I love aloe vera for skin I always find it great to have around, I love cider vinegar for skincare as well ๐Ÿ™‚

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  5. Lindsay says

    August 9, 2014 at 12:09 pm

    These really are some great tips! I always worry about all of those chemicals I put on my face/body. Keeping these in mind!

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  6. Suzanne Michele says

    August 9, 2014 at 8:10 am

    Wow! Thanks for the tips! I had no idea that some of these foods were healthy for our skin. I love trying new things!

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  7. Hilary says

    August 9, 2014 at 8:41 am

    interesting article! I am thinking about making my own face scrub (not sure I’m ready to go that far though). This has given me food for thought, I’m going to share on social media. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  8. kareen liez says

    August 10, 2014 at 3:44 pm

    Great! I have read about these natural skin care remedies. I think papaya is nice too. I have tried using it even the leaf. I use it to scrub my skin and it feels good after the bath.

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  9. Sharon @ What The Fork Food Blog says

    August 10, 2014 at 4:15 pm

    Love these tips! Pinning this!

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  10. Dianna says

    August 10, 2014 at 10:25 pm

    Interesting tidbit about Mint Juice. Did not know it prevents peeling. Thanks

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  11. Desiree Jester says

    August 12, 2014 at 7:48 am

    So cool! I have used some of these in the past but I had no idea about the mint juice!

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  12. Heather says

    August 12, 2014 at 9:24 am

    I love everything about this post. I have been using all natural skincare products for some time now and can see and feel a difference. Thanks for showing me me more options! –Heather, Life of a Traveling Navy Wife

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  13. jo says

    August 12, 2014 at 2:23 pm

    I think the best free way I can do is to drink plenty of water! Argh.. My skin usually itches I put a lot of lotion every time! Didn’t now I can do it at home without really having to spend much.

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  14. Erica Manoz says

    August 13, 2014 at 10:53 am

    These are great tips! Saving/Pinning this for later ๐Ÿ™‚

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  15. Dee Mauser says

    August 14, 2014 at 10:24 am

    I’m always looking for a non-abrasive facial treatment. One that doesn’t irritate my skin but absorbs the oil on my face. It’s very oily! I’ve tried different things but never charcoal. Thanks for the tips!

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  16. Eva says

    December 16, 2014 at 9:56 am

    Honey is also great for your face skin. It works like a peeling mask that takes the toxins away. Put some honey on your face and stay with it for about 20-30 min.

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