Friday, November 30, 2007

Milk Mask with Avocado For Dry Skin



This formula is from my mother. I got this mask recipe from her. I think it is really effective for her because her face is fair and smooth although she is near 60s. A lot of people has been saying that she look like in her Late 40s or Early 50s.


Those with Dry skin, you may want to try her formula. Cheap and Good too!


Ingredient:


1 ripe Avocado (Mashed)

2 tablespoon of Honey

2 tablespoon of Milk


Instruction:

Mix all the things together and leave it on your face for 20 minutes. Wash it off with warm water followed by toner and your moisturiser.


Different Type of Essential Oils and their Uses

When you buy essential oils, which type do you buy? Do you know their benefits?

- Lavender: Great for headaches, insomnia, relaxation and curing mild depression.

- Rose: sore throats, sinuses, menopause and insomnia.

- Rosemary: a mild stimulant and is useful for physical and mental fatigue, asthma, relaxation.

-Sandalwood: an antiseptic and is good for skin problems.

- Jasmine : antidepressant essential oil to help combat depression. (Please note that it shouldn't be used on pregnant woman as it strengthen contraction during labour.

- Eucalyptus : great for combating bronchitis, coughs, colds and rheumatism.

- Chamomile: is a very calming essential oil. It is commonly used to combat insomnia, indigestion, allergies, acne, eczema and other sensitive skin conditions.

-Lemongrass (My favourite): Great for Acne, athlete's foot, excessive perspiration, flatulence, insect repellent, muscle aches, oily skin, scabies and stress.