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Fruits & Veggies

Masks & Lotions

Winter Skin

Many fruits and vegetables can be applied directly to the face. A slice of tomato or cucumber can be used as a simple cleanser. Use the list below as a general guide to using fruits and vegetables, either directly on your skin, or in a lotion or cream.

Highly acidic.
Use only on oily skin and use in moderation:

Lemon*
Grapefruit*
Apples*
Strawberries*
Lime*

Slightly more acidic than normal skin.
Beneficial for most skin types:

Peaches*
Apricots*
Tomatoes*
Grapes (not Concord)*

Neutral.
Beneficial for most skin types:

Cucumber*
Bananas*
Watermelon*
Persimmon*
Pepper*

Low acidity.
Good for moisturizing dry skin:

Carrots*
Cantaloupe*
Avocado*
Honeydew Melon*
Iceberg Lettuce*

NOTE: Facial masks should be applied very gently to preserve the cusion of fatty tissue and avoid stretching the surface skin.

Be sure to test a small area for skin sensitivity before using any mixture on your face. Dab a little on the inside of your wrist or the underside of your arm and wait a 24-48 hours to see if it causes a reaction, such as a rash.

Mayonnaise?
Yes, simple mayonnaise contains many useful skin nutrients. Use your own recipe (but leave out the salt!), or buy a good salt-free mayonnaise and massage it into your skin as a night cream.

Bran and Oatmeal
Bran and oatmeal both make great hand smoothers. To make bran water, add 1 cup of boiling water to 1/2 cup of natural bran and allow to steep for 15 minutes. Strain out the bran and leave small amount of bran water in a bowl by the kitchen sink (refrigerate the rest until you're ready to use it). Dip your hands into the water and dab them dry 3-4 times a day, especially after washing dishes.

For an oatmeal wash, simmer one part of old-fashioned (non-instant) oatmeal in 2-3 parts water until the meal swells and is soft. Strain into a container and use like the bran water.

 


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Disclaimer: This information is intended as a guide only.   This information is offered to you with the understanding that it not be interpreted as medical or professional advice.  All medical information needs to be carefully reviewed with your health care provider.