Evaporated Milk for Younger Looking SkinFor younger looking skin, just grab evaporated milk from your fridge or pantry. Put in a small bowl, and just use your fingertip to apply to your face. Leave it for 5 minutes. Then wash your face with lukewarm water. This will help you to achieve the younger look you want if you apply at least 3 times week.
Egg White Mask for WrinklesOne of the common problem for us women is wrinkles! I want to share this tip to you mommies, because I have applied this many times. My mom and my sister also do this.
Grab one egg, separate the egg white from the yolk, and apply the egg white to your face.
Calendula Facial CleanserUse as a cleanser on your face and neck. Guys, you can use this too!
DIY BronzerIf you want to make your own bronzer here is how to do it: You mix together cornstarch, cinnamon, cocoa and nutmeg until desired shade.
DIY Face BrightenerMix 1/2 oz. of apple cider vinegar with 4 oz. of mineral water. Finely crush 5 plain aspirin, then add to the mixture. Apply to your face, in areas where you have acne, rough skin, or enlarged pours. Keep the mixture in your fridge for up to 1 month.
Homemade Facial Cleanser/AstringentI mix equal portions of witch hazel with distilled water. In this will go a few drops of almond oil and tree tea oil. Sometimes I squeeze some aloe vera in. I use regular cotton pads with this for after cleansing and for a quick cleaning.
Brown Sugar ScrubI decided to try a brown sugar scrub, what a treat! I didn't think I would like it and I am glad I tried it.
Baking Soda And Sugar ExfoliatorThis is a recipe for a simple summer detox face cleanser. We play in the mountains a lot and this facial removes dirt, grime, and sweat and leaves my face fresh. I use it 2 times a week, especially after a long ride on our four wheelers!
Sugar ScrubI put about a tablespoon of sugar in my hand and add any lotion on top of it, then rub it onto my face and neck for about a minute or as long as you like. Rinse well. My face and neck feel so soft and looks smoother.
Homemade Oatmeal FacialTo give yourself a cheap facial that will soften your skin, just make a paste with dry oatmeal and water. First, make a paste. Next, spread it all over your face, staying away from eyes. Recline and relax until the paste is dry.
Homemade ExfoliatorInstead of spending money on store bought exfoliators make your own quick, simple and fabulous. Wet your face with warm water. In your hand, mix baking soda and honey.
Use Elmers Glue As a Face MaskYou're going to think I'm crazy, but this idea really works for beautiful skin! Take plain Elmer's glue (you can buy it at Walmart) and rub it all over your face. Keep away from eyes and mouth. Let dry completely.
Homemade Facial CleanserHere is a recipe for a face cleaner that will really leave your face feeling nice and smooth.
Use Leftover Egg for Beauty FacialGive yourself a free facial while you mix up a cake. After cracking the eggs, with your finger wipe out the last bit of egg remaining in the shells. Rub it all over your face. Leave on for 20 minutes, or so.
Remove Blackheads With GlueRemove blackheads easily with plain old white glue. Yes, not only is it fun to peel dried glue, it works great on areas such as the nose, chin, and forehead to remove blackheads and is much more effective than the usual peel off mask and it's less expensive. Happy peeling!
Conditioner and Sugar for ExfoliantWant a good exfoliate that you more than likely have at home? Take your conditioner and add sugar to it. If you like a lot of exfoliator, add more sugar. If you like just a little exfoliant, add less sugar. Use this when you get done washing in the shower.
Papaya Skins for Complexion SoftenerPapaya skins make brilliant complexion softeners (like a fruit-acid peel). When you've scooped out the flesh, rub the inside of the skin on your face and leave for two minutes or so. Rinse off, and your face will feel as smooth as a baby's.
Witch Hazel and Tea For Facial AstringentAfter I brew some green tea, I put the warm tea bags in a bowl and douse them with witch hazel which helps cool them off. I then put them on my face for a few minutes. It's a great natural astringent, and it brightens my face instantly.
Oil Cleansing Method For Facial CleanserInstead of spending money on high priced facial cleansers, I now use the Oil Cleansing Method. Take a clean bottle and fill it with 1/3 Castor oil and the remainder olive oil. Shake well to combine.
Baking Soda for Exfoliating MaskThe other day I was using baking soda for any of the million jobs that it does around the house, and I noticed this: if you mix three parts baking soda and one part water, you can use it as an exfoliating mask!
Orange Oatmeal Facial ScrubFor 1 use. Mix ingredients together. Apply to face, and gently massage. Rinse thoroughly.
Crisco as Frugal Face MoisturizerI know this will sound crazy to most of you but I use Crisco on my face and neck at night for a moisturizer! It takes only a very small amount for a light coat. My face has never broken out. It doesn't clog my pores and it makes my face feel soft in the morning.
Baking Soda for Facial ScrubBaking soda makes a fantastic facial scrub! Just mix around a teaspoon of baking soda with a little dab of mild liquid soap, and a drop or two of water. Be sure to rinse thoroughly with warm water.
Baking Powder For Glowing SkinOne should use baking powder on their face for a glow. After that, there is no need to do a facial, this will automatically give you a facial look.
Using Cocoa Butter as a Makeup RemoverI use a simple routine for washing my face that has saved me a fortune in costly creams or soaps. I buy an inexpensive large cocoa butter lotion from the chain store to remove all of my makeup.
Milk and Honey Facial MaskMix it together and rub it on your face. Lay on the floor (with a towel under you) for ten minutes. Rinse off.
Facial Scrub/Mask From Things On HandMy friend and I were messing around; pretty much sticking everything we had ever heard was good for facial masks in a blender and whipping it up. we actually came up with a really nice one! it feels really good.
Facial Mask and ScrubPut all the ingredients in the bowl (I really don't use measurements, just kind of guess). Do not put the lemon peel in, only put a tiny bit of vegetable oil in, if too much is added it will ruin the consistency.
Lemon and Yeast Facial RecipeI have a great skin care tip that you can make at home, and it seems to work well for all skin types. Mix a little active dry yeast and a little fresh lemon juice to make a paste. Spread it on your face and neck, let dry for about 15 minutes and rinse off.
Wake Up Your FaceFor a quick, cheap facial scrub: Take your cooled down coffee grounds and scrub your face gently with them. The grounds will slough off dead skin cells, and the caffeine will "wake up" your skin.
Moisturizing Exfoliating MaskWinter is around the corner, now your skin will start getting drier and rougher. You have to take proper care of your skin to prevent it from losing its moisture, Specially people with dry skin, be extra cautious. Try this moisturizing and exfoliating mask for softer and smoother skin.
Natural Make-Up RemoverYou can make your own Make-Up Remover. Its really simple and easy to make. Mix equal amount of Olive Oil, Castor Oil and Canola Oil and use a cotton ball to remove your Facial and Eye Make-Up.
Egg Whites as A Facial MaskMy mom used egg whites as a facial mask, she always had a beautiful complexion (you never would have known she was 77). I used it when I was a teenager, I always had pretty clear skin myself.
Sugar For Facial ScrubInstead of paying for expensive facial dermabrasion scrubs, I use fine granulated sugar! Pour your usual amount of your favorite facial cleanser into the palm of your hand, add 1 or 2 tablespoons of sugar, rub hands together, then wash/scrub your face gently.
Avocado Peel Face ScrubWhen peeling an avocado, leave a little fruit on the inside of the avocado skin and use it to scrub your face. The peel with help remove dead skin and avocado fruit makes a great moisturizer.
Apple Face MaskChop apple up in blender. Add in honey and sage, and refrigerate for 10 minutes. Pat the mixture onto face until the honey feels tacky. Leave on 30 minutes and rinse. (for normal skin)
Cornmeal ExfoliateIf you have sensitive skin, try this exfoliate to remove dead skin cells and brighten your complexion.
Oats and Yogurt Face MaskThe next time your face needs a pick-me-up, don't run to the store. Just walk to the kitchen. Oatmeal has two benefits: It absorbs oil and moisturizes skin at the same time! The milk products in the recipe help to smooth and soften skin.
Oatmeal Face ScrubThis is a simple and cheap face scrub that helps get rid of blackheads. Make a paste with oatmeal and water and apply it liberally to your face. Let the paste dry completely and then rub it off with your fingers.
Elmer's for a FacialA quick easy beauty tip. Paint Elmer's Glue on your face, after it dries peel it off and it removes dead skin.
Skin Care Home RemediesNatural homemade recipes for your skin are simple to make and cost-effective. What you put on your skin is just as important as what you eat.
Homemade Facial Scrubs & MasksJust mix 2 parts oats with 2 parts honey and mix it together in a blender. Then massage it into your face and rinse well. It leaves your skin nice and clean feeling. It helps get rid of all the dead skin. About two tablespoons of honey and oats works well for one use.
Homemade Facial MaskHere are recipes for homemade facial masks posted by the ThriftyFun community. Post your own mask recipe or skincare tips below.
