DIY Aloe Vera Skin Care Recipes
Aloe Vera Barbadensis
“The Plant of Immortality”, as it was known by the ancient Egyptians, is one of the oldest known therapeutic herbs. It is naturally rich in vitamins, minerals, and amino acids that nourish the skin, slow the aging process, rejuvenate damaged skin. Aloe Vera detoxifies the skin by sloughing off old dead cells and cleaning clogged pores. Worldwide it is known as a healing agent for burns, bruises, cuts, abrasions, insect bites, acne, pimples and damaged skin tissue. And because it stimulates collagen production, possesses anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties, it is an extremely popular ingredient in cosmetics.
When you buy a big brand name cream, do you really know what it is made of? So, instead of spending lot of money on commercial skin care products you can make your own at home. These do-it-yourself recipes are super easy to make and are eco-friendly to boot!
Aloe Vera Toner
Ingredients:
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1/2 cup purified water
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1/8 cup witch hazel
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2 T. Real Aloe Vera Gel
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3 drops German Chamomile essential oil
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3 drops Rosemary essential oil
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3 drops Rose essential oil
Directions:
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Mix all ingredients in a spray bottle
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Shake well to combine
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After cleansing your skin with Real Aloe Bar Soap, spritz on the toner and allow it to soak into your skin
Aloe Vera Facial Mask for Dry Aging Skin
Ingredients:
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2 T. Real Aloe Gel
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1 whipped egg yolk
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1 t. olive oil
Aloe Vera Facial Mask for Oily Skin
Ingredients:
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2T. Real Aloe Gel
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1 egg white
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1 t. lemon juice
Aloe Vera Facial Mask for Normal/Combination Skin
Ingredients:
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1 T. Real Aloe Gel
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1 T. warm honey
Directions for all facial masks:
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Mix the ingredients well and apply on face.
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Leave for 20 minutes.
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Wash with warm water.
Aloe Vera Cucumber Eye Gel
Ingredients:
- 1 Tbs. Real Aloe Vera Gel
- 1 tsp. fresh cucumber juice
- ¼ tsp. cornstarch
- 1 Tbs. witch hazel
Directions:
- Mix together first 3 ingredients
- Heat until just boiling, about 1 minute in microwave.
- Remove from heat source and stir in witch hazel
- Mix well and allow the mixture to cool completely. You should have a clear, jelly-like cream.
- Spoon into a small clean jar.
- Dab a small amount under your eyes and be careful not to rub or pull the delicate skin under your eyes.
- Keep leftover in cool place.
Did you know that Real Aloe Inc. products are the only Aloe Vera products 100% grown and bottled in the U.S.A.
Whether you prefer the gel or the juice, internally or apply it externally, you will be happy to know you are using the freshest, highest quality California grown Aloe Vera. Real Aloe Vera products are bottled in high quality H.D.P.E. plastic bottles that circumvent the plastic taste which comes from the chemical reaction that occurs when you place Aloe Vera in other types of plastic. Plus, the Aloe Vera used in their products has never been frozen, freeze-dried, or reconstituted from a powder. They believe the original method of “hand filleting” the leaves, which maintains the maximum biological activity and effectiveness from the Aloe Vera leaf.
April 14, 2010
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Aloe Girl · 
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Tags: aloe vera gel, Aloe vera juice, cheap, DIY skin care recipes, easy · Posted in: Aloe Vera Recipes
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Nevertheless, you’ve most likely realized that these aren’t good choices and are now attempting to find skincare for facial lines taken from organic resources. In fact, you will find obtainable skin creams containing natural emollients for example olive essential oil and avocado essential oil. These natural extracts are preferred for skin use because of their rich content of vitamins and minerals. They successfully nourish and moisturize your skin without having the oily feeling.
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I was also delighted to discover that one of the top epidermis care products contained wakame, a Japanese type of seaweed and which is prized in Japan being a powerful antioxidant and a cure for numerous ills. But what interested me was its capacity to really fight the hyaluronidase enzyme which plays havoc with our HA. That is so essential in maintaining our skin in excellent shape.
Shielding your face in the sun is important for many factors. Not just can it assist prevent cancer, but it can also keep moisture inside your epidermis instead than drying it out. Some individuals find that tanning seems to clear up pimples, but that is mainly because the sun’s rays dry out your complexion. You may believe this may be the cure to excess essential oil, but unfortunately it is only a temporary effect simply because your skin’s cells will try to create up for the dryness by becoming greasy once again.
I’m not certain what you are refering to. One of the recipes even includes olive oil and all ingredients are natural. Would you please clarify?
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Great advice, thanks! I too love the many benefits of seaweed, in fact AloeAdvanced has Eklonia Cava Sea Kelp Extract (ECE) which is a rare red/brown seaweed that is harvested by hand from the cold, pure, nutrient-rich, deep waters located off the coast of Japan. Check out the many benfits of this amazing plant here http://usaloe.com/products-aloeadvanced.aspx?sourceCode=
Aloe girl, these are great. I’m going to try a few of these.
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Well Thank You, I’m pleased to hear that and would love to hear your thoughts.
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