At Whole Food Love, we spend a lot of time in the kitchen, but it’s usually around the stove.  In today’s blog, we’re still going to be in the kitchen, but for a WHOLE new reason!

Here’s the deal ladies, your skin is your largest organ so you want to be EXTREMELY cautious about what you use on it.  Harsh chemicals are absorbed directly into your body so you want to be make sure you’re using ingredients that are as natural as possible.

Here’s the secret…“Natural” ingredients are also much cheaper than the processed chemicals that so many beauty products use.

A parched face never looked good on anyone, so we’ll dive right in and here are our top 7 Natural Skin Remedies Revealed…

WATER

Lets start with the easiest and most basic – WATER. A simple way to increase the radiance and glow of your skin is to drink one gallon of water per day. In just two weeks you’ll notice clearer skin and whiter eyes. We’ve all see this info graphic on Facebook – Challenge yourself. We guarantee you’ll see results + we’ve all see that Facebook picture.)

PAPAYA PEEL ENZYME MASK

I love spending time in the produce aisle, especially when I can make my beauty purchases there as well! Papaya is a not only a delicious treat, but it’s a *sweet* face mask too! It’s great for cleansing and clarifying skin and it’s 100% NATURAL!

Look for a nearly ripe papaya. Cut fruit and rub your face with the papaya, avoiding the delicate eye and lip area. Let the fruit soak in for 5 -10 minutes. Pat off with a lukewarm wash-cloth. After treatment, your complexion will appear youthful, radiant, and fresh.

**Caution** The more unripe the fruit is, the stronger the enzymes will be. If the enzymes are too strong, you may start to feel a tingling or burning. If this occurs, simply remove with a lukewarm washcloth.

 RETRO REMEDY RESCUE – ACV!

Apple Cider Vinegar is truly one of nature’s miracle products. There are literally hundreds of uses in that $3 bottle!

For skin health, we love to use it as a cleansing astringent. After using a gentle cleanser on your face, soak a cotton ball with ACV and apply directly to skin. Notice that new dewy glow and diminished pores!

For other uses of ACV including a beauty tip for shiny hair check out the full article here.

MOROCCAN ARGAN OIL EYE TREATMENT

Enough with cleansing, let’s talk MOISTURE!

Need to reduce fine lines and dark circles around the delicate eye area? That same Argan Oil that you have been using to polish that beautiful hair can also be used on your under eyes.

Make sure you’re using 100% pure Argan Oil. I know it’s expensive, but you only need a few drops. Gently dab under eyes at night to decrease dark circles and lines.

AVOCADO, HONEY?

 

In need of an all-over moisturizing? Look no further than our Avocado Glow Face Mask. Winter weather and sun damage can be harsh on all skin so here is quick remedy that you can mix up in no time and all you need is an Avocado and Honey!

1.) Remove make up and wash face with gentle cleanser.

2.) Peel + Pit Avocado

3.)   Mash in small bowl with a fork until smooth.

4.) Add 1 Tbsp. of honey and mix until it forms a paste.

5.) Using clean fingers, apply mixture to your face being careful to avoid the eye area. Leave on for 20 minutes

6.) Remove with lukewarm wash cloth and notice how skin looks fresh, plump, and smooth!

Want more info? Check out the full article here

SEXY & SMOOTH – COCONUT OIL + OLIVE OIL

 

Now that we have the facial moisturizer, we also need an all over body moisturizer. With literally thousands of body moisturizer options, the task can be daunting. Don’t bother with the store aisles, simply head to your kitchen.

{Coconut oil} is one of the easiest and best moisturizers you can use! Coconut oil in its natural state resembles the consistency of butter. Simply scoop out 1 – 2 tablespoons and apply to legs, torso, and arms as a body butter.

Your body heat will naturally begin to melt the coconut oil and you’ll be able to massage it into skin.

**Caution** Coconut oil can take a few minutes to absorb into skin so its a great evening option, but not great for rushed mornings. It also may stain silk material. Don’t be afraid to try it – just know WHEN to use it.

{Olive Oil} is a soothing fat for damaged hair and dry skin as well as nails! To moisturize dry skin and heal damage try an Olive Oil Moisture Treatment!

(PSSST – Olive Oil can also help minimize stretch marks so keep this in mind when Baby is on the Brain.)

After a hot evening bath or shower, massage olive oil into the skin. Allow the oil to sink in for twenty minutes and towel off excess. Try this once per week and notice how soft and smooth your skin feels.

LUSCIOUS LADY SUGAR LIPS

Are you constantly applying Chapstick to no avail. Winter can be especially brutal on those LIPS. Here’s a great natural + inexpensive way to exfoliate and make you your lips look even more luscious.
½ Cup Sugar or Other Granulated Sweetener (White Sugar works just fine)

½ Cup Oil of your choice (We use Coconut or Grapeseed Oil)

1 – 2 Drops of Essential Oil (We LOVE peppermint for lips)

 

1.) Combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine.

2.) Store in a glass container. (Plastic will work but has been known to change the properties of some essential oils.)

3.) Apply liberally to lips and rub together for 30 seconds. Wipe off excess with lukewarm wash cloth.

Apply moisturizer or lipstick and watch it work even harder for you now that those dry cracked lips are gone for good!

Do you have any at home natural remedies that you love? Share them in the comments below.   What natural remedy do you already have in your kitchen? Let us know!

Live your WHOLE life,

Meg + Shannon