Homemade facial scrubs are a great way to save money and to nourish your skin if its sensitive to store bought products. Homemade facial scrubs that contain alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) are the best because they help dissolve and exfoliate dead skin cells which make the skin look dull and clog the pores. By exfoliating the skin, you also improve absorption of creams and moisturizers.
There are tons of natural food products in your kitchen right now that naturally contain alpha hydroxy acids including sugar, lemons, pineapples, oranges, milk, and vinegar just to name a few. An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) cleanser is equally great for oil skin as it is dry skin because it helps eliminate excess oils for oily types and allows better deep penetration of moisturizers for dry skin types.
To make a dry skin homemade facial cleanser - mix 1/8 cup of whole milk with 1 tablespoon of honey, and 1 table spoon of sugar into a paste. Scrub the whole face and don't forget the neck area, then rinse well.
Apply a good moisturizer like an olive oil moisturizer or a water-proof, clinically approved moisturizer for severely dry skin. After exfoliation is a great time to apply a good moisturizer, because the skin is ready to absorb it much better.
To make a homemade cleanser for oily skin - mix 2 tablespoons of baking soda with either lemon juice or tomato juice. Add enough juice to make a thick paste and scrub the face and neck area well.
Make sure to rinse very well in cool water and apply a moisturizer especially formulated for oily skin. A good, non-greasy moisturizer is important to keep skin properly hydrated.
A homemade cleanser for normal skin - can include any type of AHA you have in the house, just as long as you add a mild abrasive like sugar, oatmeal, baking soda or crush almonds. Sources of AHA include: milk (low fat or whole), lemons, oranges, pineapples, vinegar, and yogurt.
Mix these ingredients to form a paste and scrub the face. Make sure to rinse well and follow with a moisturizer. Using a wash cloth will provide even more exfoliating results. Your skin will feel smooth, clear, and healthier.
