Wednesday, June 3, 2009

Natural Skin Care Brings Out Your Best

By Alexssi Clay

Affordable skin care- Natural skin care products as supplied by mother nature is both affordable and undoubtedly effective in giving you the most beautiful skin imaginable. No need to buy all kinds of creams and gels that cost an arm and a leg when you can merely walk to your kitchen cupboard or fridge and get a helping of exquisite natural skin care.

Rooibos- The popularity of the South African Rooibos plant also known as Aspalathus linearis has grown at an incredible rate the last couple of years. Rooibos is best known for its anti-oxidant and soothing properties for successful treatment of conditions such as allergies, insomnia, colic but more specifically anti-aging solutions in the form of eye creams, cleansers and moisturizers.

Honey- Honey contains both antioxidants and anti-microbial's assisting in soften, replenish and rejuvenate damaged and dry skin. Honey is absolutely great for treating pimples as impurities are removed from pores and overall skin. An endless list of natural honey toner, face mask, scrub and cleanser can be made with just a couple of cheap ingredients with honey of course as main ingredient.

Aloe Vera- Aloe Vera is the ultimate treatment for insect bites, nicks, cuts, sunburn, sores, herpes and gingivitis. Even certain types of cancer are effectively treated with Aloe Vera sap or gel. The sap is wonderfully soothing. Pain, discomfort and inflammation is relieved in a wink of an eye. Cellulite areas can also be massaged with Aloe gel or creams.

Cucumber- Cucumbers boast with wonderful cooling, hydrating and nourishing features, this can be attributed to the fruit having the same pH balance as skin.

Avocado- Avocado oil derived from avocado fruit is high in fatty acid, vitamins and minerals, ideal for feeding and nourishing your dry and cracked skin. The oil penetrates deep into your skin nourishing and moisturising as it goes. Dry, mature and sun burnt skin will love the pampering. Eczema and Psoriasis is easily treated with regular application avo oil.

Water- Water is absolutely key to any healthy diet and skin care regime. Your skin needs hydration to heal damage and scaring. Water also assists with the detox process which is imperative for your body to flush out toxins having a negative impact on not only your intestines, blood and cells but also on your skin. At least 8 glasses of water should be consumed everyday.

Ayurvedas skin care- Ayurvedic skin care refers to an Indian holistic regime including the whole body in regime development, combine body, spirit and mind in the exercise, diet and skin care regimes. Vata, Pitta and Kapha are the three principles on which the Ayurvedic approach is based. These principles are derived from 5 natural elements. The entire body is tuned into the principles that govern your skin and hair type. Herbs and extracts such as cocoa, cucumber, ginseng and grape seeds are included in your different regimes to be in totally harmony with each other.

Consult your doctor- It is very important to consult with your doctor before any natural treatments are started as allergic reactions may occur or medical conditions aggravated. - 14130

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