Hair Mask Recipes: Homemade Hair Rinses & Hair Masks

One of the hottest trends in hair care is natural hair mask and hair rinses that you can make from basic ingredients found in most kitchens. After all, why spend $$ or $$$ on a bottle of fancy conditioner when you can make an amazing one from products that cost pennies? Below are recipes I've gathered over the years for various hair types, including dry, damaged and oily. Feel free to review them if you try them out. Recipes for Damaged, Frizzy Hair These recipes below are great for soothing and repairing cuticles damaged from chemicals, hair tools or UV rays. They work on all hair types. See 8 Amazing Hair Masks for Damaged Hair Recipes for Dry, Coarse Hair Hydrating ingredients that work to fix dry hair include avocados, bananas, egg yolks, maple syrup, rum and sunflower oil. I recommend applying masks to dry hair and putting a shower cap over hair for at least 15 minutes for each of these treatments. See 7 Homemade Masks for Dry, Coarse Hair Hair Mask & Rinse Recipes for Fine, Flat Hair Fine hair tends to be oily hair and is susceptible to product build-up. The best way to get rid of product build-up is to spray hair with a vinegar rinse. Add body with sea salt sprays you can make yourself. See My Favorite Hair Masks & Rinses for Fine, Oily Hair Make Your Own Hair Conditioner You can make your own amazing hair conditioners from a few ingredients found in your pantry, plus a few essential oils you can buy online or in your health food store.

Check out this recipe using coconut oil, brown sugar and essential oils: Make Your Own Hair Conditioner . The Baking Soda Shampoo Method Everyone Swears By I am wary and I mean very vary of shampoos these days because sulfates, the chemical in shampoo that causes them to foam up into delicious bubbles, is also touted to be dangerous (see my list of the best sulfate-free shampoos). So when I read that many women are bypassing the bottle for their homemade baking soda shampoos followed by apple cider vinegar rinse, I thought, "sounds ineffective. And smelly." I was wrong. Find out what happens when I try this shampoo and vinegar rinse and get the recipe yourself. Baking Soda Shampoo Followed With Vinegar Spritz Dandruff Remedies: How to Treat Dandruff Naturally Homemade dandruff remedies are much better for your hair and scalp than the chemicals typically found in dandruff shampoos. This homemade dandruff recipe is a two-punch system. First, you use flaxseed oil, then you follow with apple cider vinegar which is great at fighting yeast and bacteria.

How To Do The Basic At-Home Facial

Theres nothing better than getting a professional facial, but they can be expensive. To maintain your healthy skin between professional treatments or to do them yourself, try this basic at-home facial once a week. This basic facial works on oily, dry and combination skin. And dont worry, Im not going to make you whip up a batch of egg-whites and oatmeal, but you will save money if you do your own mask. I list a bunch of organic, natural Homemade Face Mask Recipes for every skin type. But if you don't want to make your own, you can buy a great mask at health food stores or even your local drugstore. Difficulty: Easy Time Required: 25-30 minutes

Here's How: 1. Cleanse the skin Youll want to wash the face, neck and ears with a good facial cleanser to remove any grime or dirt. I recommend some great options in my list of the best cleansers. Don't forget to remove eye makeup with a makeup remover. My handsdown favorite is Clinique, butNeutrogena's eye makeup remover is a great drugstore option. 2. Exfoliate Using your fingers, rub a gentle exfoliating facial scrub in a circular motion on your face. Concentrate on the areas around your nose and forehead or if you have combo skin, work harder on the areas that tend to be "greasy." Rinse your face well since exfoliating scrubs tend to be drying. See my list of the best scrubs or make your own using brown or white sugar mixed in with extra virgin coconut oil. Get the recipe here. 3. Steam There are several ways to steam your face. You can fill your sink with warm water, dip a washcloth in and press to your face repeating 2-3 times or you can take it further by boiling water in a teapot. Find out how in My Favorite Teapot Face Steam. 4. The mask For oily skin, use a clay-based face mask. For dry skin, go for a hydrating gel or cream mask. Apply the mask, avoiding the areas around the eyes. Keep it on for 10-20 minutes (or, according to the directions on the product). Rinse completely. You can even make your own face mask. Get recipes for every skin type in 25 Homemade Face Mask Recipes. 5. Moisturize Smooth on a soothing, basic moisturizer over your face and neck. See my list of the best facial moisturizers. If you want organic and cheap, try extra virgin coconut oil. It's my go-to moisturizer (read about it here). Tip: Stay away from strong moisturizers containing retinols or acids. These will over-exfoliate your skin.

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For another great facial, try my friend Janine's "When You Can't Afford the Spa Teapot Facial." It's only 3 steps and Janine's been doing it for years and I tell you the girl looks a good 10 years younger than she is.

What You Need

Gentle cleanser Exfoliating scrub Warm water & a washcloth Clay-based or cream facial mask (based on skin type) Basic moisturizer

Make Your Own Homemade Face Masks & Scrubs

25 Recipes for 6 Different Skin Types
Why pay for a storebought face mask when you can use basic ingredients found around the house to make your own simple, hydrating masks and scrubs? Here, I share 25 recipes for 6 different skin types including:

Masks should stay on for 10-15 minutes. I love washing masks off with a steaming hot washcloth. Run the washcloth under hot water, squeeze out the excess water and then press to your face for a minute. Then, gently wash off the mask in a circular motion. Check out my Basic At-Home Facial to get the full benefit of these facial masks. These Masks Work for All Skin Types While some homemade face masks work best on oily, dry or sensitive skin, I've pulled together a list of 9 amazing recipes that work on all skin types. These recipes are perfect for parties and for groups because they work on all types of skin. Check out 9 Face Mask Recipes for All Skin Types

Oily, Acne-Prone Skin Oily skin is shiny skin, especially in the T-zone (from the forehead, down the nose to the chin). To test if you have oily skin, press a paper napkin to your forehead. When you pull it away, it should be soaked in oils. While you may find this annoying, the good thing about oily skin is it ages better than dry skin. That's something to celebrate! Find out more about your skin type in What Type of Skin Do You Have?. See my list of 8 Face Mask Recipes for Oily, Acne-Prone Skin Dry, Chapped Skin (Recipes Also Good for Mature Skin) Dry skin feels tight, especially after cleansing. You have a tendency towards fine wrinkles, flaking and red patches. In women of color, skin may appear ashy or dull from dead skin buildup. These face masks, combined with regular exfoliation and daily use of moisturizersshould soothe dry, chapped skin. Check out my list of Face Mask Recipes for Dry, Chapped Skin Combination Skin Most women (some experts say up to 70 percent, although how anyone arrived at that number is beyond me), have combination, or "normal" skin. Combination skin means you may have a slightly oily T-zone and drier cheeks with dry patchy spots here and there. This rose-based mask is perfect for balancing out the oily and dry areas of your skin. Rose Face Mask for Combination Skin Sensitive Skin This soothing mask is great for chapped, sunburned or irritated skin. See my Homemade Face Mask for Sensitive Skin Treatment for Hands Treat yourself to a luxurious wax treatment like they do in posh spas around the world. Dip hands into warm wax and then peel away leaving hands soft and supple. Paraffin Wax Treatment for Hands

Treatment for Dry, Cracked Feet Dry, cracked feet are never sexy. While this tends to be a summer hazard, it can happen all year-round. If you can't afford a fish pedicure, get rid of dry heel syndrome with this 5-step process I cobbled together and use myself from timeto-time. How To Get Rid of Dry, Cracked Heels Hair Masks & Hair Rinse Recipes Why spend money on a store-bought hair mask or rinse when you can make your own hair recipes using ingredients found in your kitchen (or your backyard). These do-it-yourself recipes for the hair are great for different hair textures and types. Hair Mask: Homemade Hair Mask & Hair Rinse Recipes Make Your Own Sugar or Salt Scrub Head to a posh spa and you can treat yourself (for a mere $100-$300) to an allover body scrub. Or you can spend up to $50 on a fancy body scrub. Why buy when you can make a homemade body scrub out of basic ingredients yourself? All you need is salt or sugar, body oil and a nice, warm bath. Body Scrubs: How to Make Salt and Sugar Scrubs My $65 Brown Sugar Scrub vs. My $1 Homemade Scrub Make Your Own Sugar Wax In this economy, why spend $30 or more on a leg wax when you can do it yourself? I have many friends who wax their own legs and I discovered a recipe for a sugar "wax" on the Double X Website for women. Editor Hanna Rosin shares her family's recipe. How to Make Your Own Homemade Sugar Wax 17 Ingenious Beauty Uses for Average Kitchen Items I'm on an organic kick right and I prefer not to put anything on my skin that I couldn't, well, eat. This means I'm moisturizing more with oils (think sweet almond and coconut), I'm scrubbing my skin and lips with brown sugar and coconut oil, I'm steaming my face over my teapot and I'm taking baths in milk and salts.

In this article, I share 17 amazing uses for basic ingredients you can find in the kitchen. Make your own baby wipes, get a recipe for a lip scrub, give yourself a steam with a teapot and more. 17 Ingenious Beauty Uses for Average Kitchen Items List of Essential Oils to Add to Your Homemade Face Masks A few drops of essential oils in your homemade face masks can turn an ordinary mask into a spa-like experience. But figuring out which essential oils work best on skin types can be confusing. We did the research and came up with this list. Essential Oils by Skin Type You can find these by capsules in health food stores or in bottles with droppers Normal skin Atlas cedarwood, geranium, jasmine, lavender, soy, neroli, evening primrose, almond, orange, geranium, palmarosa, roman chamo, rose, rosewood, Ylang-ylang, tea tree Combination skinGeranium, rosewood, Ylang-ylang, rose geranium hydrosol, neroli hydrosol Dry and aging skinAlmond, carrot seed, cedarwood, clary, jasmine, geranium, lavender, orange, Palma rose, neroli, castor, extra virgin, wheat germ, sandalwood, rosewood, rose, Vetiver, Ylang-ylang Oily skin Cedarwood, geranium, Clary, lavender, Ylang-ylang, lemon, peppermint, Niaouli, Cajeput, cypress, frankincense, patchouli, Roman & German chamos, sandalwood, juniper, Melisa, coriander, lime (distilled), grapefruit,rose, rosemary, eucalyptus, red mandarine, myrtle, neroli Sensitive skin Roman & German chamomile, rose, Palma Rosa, Helichrysum, neroli, rosewood, carrot, angelica, jasmine, Neroli, Chamomile or Yarrow Hydrosols

Rose Essential Oil

What Is Rose Oil? Rose oil is an essential oil commonly used in aromatherapy. It contains the rose plant's aromatic compounds, which are thought to possess certain healing properties. How Does Rose Oil Work? According to aromatherapy practitioners, inhaling essential oil molecules (or absorbing essential oils through the skin) transmits messages to the limbic system (a brain region responsible for controlling emotions and influencing the nervous system). These messages are believed to affect biological factors such as heart rate, stress levels, blood pressure, breathing, and immune function. Benefits and Uses of Rose Oil Although research on rose oil's health effects is limited, studies suggest that the essential oil may be useful for the following: 1) Stress and Anxiety Relief In a 2009 study of 40 healthy volunteers, scientists found that those who took in rose oil through their skin felt more relaxed than those who were treated with a placebo. Study members who received rose oil also had a greater decrease in breathing rate and blood pressure than those who received the placebo. In an earlier study, published in 2004, inhalation of rose oil was found to lower anxiety in a group of rats. 2) Menopausal Symptoms For a 2008 study of 52 women undergoing menopause, researchers assigned 25 participants to weekly massages with several essential oils (including lavender and jasmine oils in addition to rose and rose geranium oils). After eight weeks, the study members who received massages reported a significantly greater improvement in menopausal symptoms (such as hot flashes) than those who weren't massaged. However, the study authors were unable to attribute the positive effects to aromatherapy, massage, or the combination of the two therapies. 3) Menstrual Cramps

Topically applied rose oil (when combined with lavender and clary sage oils) may be effective in decreasing the severity of menstrual cramps, according to a 2006 study of 67 female college students. For the study, a blend containing one drop of rose, two drops of lavender, one drop of clary sage, and 5 cc of almond oil was applied in form of an abdominal massage. How to Use Rose Oil When combined with a carrier oil (such as jojoba, sweet almond, or avocado), rose oil can be applied directly to the skin or added to baths. Rose oil also can be inhaled after sprinkling a few drops of the oil onto a cloth or tissue (or by using an aromatherapy diffuser or vaporizer). Rose oil should not be taken internally without the supervision of a health professional. Rose Oil and Aromatherapy Massage Because of the soothing effects and pleasant scent, rose oil is a popular component of aromatherapy massage. Learn more about the benefits and safety concerns associated with aromatherapy massage.
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Hur MH, Yang YS, Lee MS. "Aromatherapy massage affects menopausal symptoms in korean climacteric women: a pilotcontrolled clinical trial." Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2008 5(3):325-8.

Health Benefits of Jasmine Essential Oil

Jasmine essential oil is a type of essential oil commonly used in aromatherapy. Sourced from the flowers of the jasmine plant, jasmine essential oil contains aromatic compounds thought to offer a variety of health benefits. How Does Jasmine Essential Oil Work? In aromatherapy, inhaling the aroma of jasmine essential oil (or absorbing jasmine essential oil through the skin) is thought to transmit messages to a brain region involved in controlling emotions. Known as the limbic system, this brain region also influences the nervous system. Aromatherapy proponents suggest that essential oils may affect a number of biological factors, including heart rate, stress levels, blood pressure, breathing, and immune function. Benefits of Jasmine Essential Oil Although research on the health effects of jasmine essential oil is fairly limited, there's some evidence that jasmine essential oil may offer certain benefits. Here's a look at some key findings from the available studies on jasmine essential oil: 1) Mood Receiving massage therapy enhanced with jasmine essential oil may help improve mood, suggests a 2010 study published in Natural Product Communications. For the study, 40 healthy volunteers had their abdomens massaged with jasmine essential oil or a placebo. After the massage, members of the jasmine essential oil group rated themselves as more alert and more vigorous (compared to members of the placebo group). Given the stimulating effect of the aromatherapy massage, the study's authors concluded that jasmine essential oil may help improve mood and possibly relieve

depression. However, more research is needed before jasmine essential oil can be recommended as a depression treatment. 2) Menopausal Symptoms Jasmine essential oil may be of some benefit to midlife women experiencing menopausal symptoms, according to a 2008 study published in Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. For the study, researchers assigned 25 women with menopausal symptoms to weekly aromatherapy massages with several types of essential oils (includinglavender and rose essential oil, in addition to jasmine essential oil). Compared to 27 study members who didn't receive aromatherapy massages, members of the massage group reported a significantly greater improvement in menopausal symptoms (such as hot flashes). Although jasmine essential oil shows promise for the relief of menopausal symptoms, it's important to note that the study authors were unable to attribute the positive effects of this treatment to aromatherapy, massage, or the combination of the two therapies. 3) Stress Preliminary research suggests that linalool (a compound found in jasmine essential oil) may help lower your stress levels. In a study published in theJournal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry in 2009, for instance, scientists discovered that inhalation of linalool reduced the activity of a number of genes that tend to be overactivated in moments of stress. Uses for Jasmine Essential Oil Jasmine essential oil is typically touted as a natural remedy for the following conditions:

coughs depression fatigue headache menopausal symptoms

menstrual cramps premenstrual syndrome stress

In addition, jasmine essential oil is said to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, sharpen memory, improve mood, and enhance libido. How to Use Jasmine Essential Oil When combined with a carrier oil (such as jojoba, sweet almond, or avocado), jasmine essential oil can be applied directly to the skin or added to baths. Jasmine essential oil can also be inhaled after sprinkling a few drops of the oil onto a cloth or tissue, or by using an aromatherapy diffuser or vaporizer. Safety Jasmine essential oil should not be taken internally without the supervision of a health professional. Internal use of jasmine essential oil may have toxic effects. In addition, some individuals may experience irritation when applying jasmine essential oil to the skin. It's also important to note that self-treating a chronic condition (such as depression) with jasmine essential oil and avoiding or delaying standard care may have serious consequences. Pregnant women and children should consult their primary health care providers prior to using essential oils. Learn more about how to use jasmine essential oil safely. Where To Find Jasmine Essential Oil Here are some tips on purchasing essential oils.

Widely available for purchase online, jasmine essential oil is sold in many natural-foods stores and in stores specializing in self-care products.
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Hongratanaworakit T. "Stimulating effect of aromatherapy massage with jasmine oil ." Nat Prod Commun. 2010 5(1):157-62. Hur MH, Yang YS, Lee MS. "Aromatherapy massage affects menopausal symptoms in korean climacteric women: a pilot-controlled clinical trial." Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2008 5(3):325-8. Nakamura A, Fujiwara S, Matsumoto I, Abe K. "Stress repression in restrained rats by (R)-(-)-linalool inhalation and gene expression profiling of their whole blood cells." J Agric Food Chem. 2009 24;57(12):5480-5.

Health Benefits of Lemon Essential Oil

Lemon essential oil is a type of essential oil commonly used in aromatherapy. Sourced from the peel of the Citrus limon plant, lemon essential oil is said to offer a number of health benefits. Health Benefits of Lemon Essential Oil: Although research on the health effects of aromatherapeutic use of lemon essential oil is fairly limited, there's some evidence that lemon essential oil may offer certain health benefits. Here's a look at some key findings from the available studies: 1) Alzheimer's Disease Lemon essential oil may be of some benefit to people with Alzheimer's disease, according to a study published in Psychogeriatrics in 2009. For the study, 28 older adults (including 17 people with Alzheimer's disease) used aromatherapy (including use of lemon, rosemary, lavender, and orangeessential oils) for 28 days. Study results showed that aromatherapy led to a significant improvement in certain measures of cognitive function, especially among the Alzheimer's patients.

2) Anxiety Several preliminary studies suggest that lemon essential oil may help reduce anxiety and stress. For example, a 2004 study on rats determined that exposure to the odor of lemon essential oil helped reduce levels of corticosterone (a type of stress hormone). Published in Brain Research, the study also found that lemon essential oil may possess anxiety-reducing and pain-relieving properties. 3) Mood Preliminary research indicates that lemon essential oil may enhance mood. In a small study published in Psychoneuroendocrinology in 2008, for instance, researchers found that inhaling the aroma of lemon essential oil was more effective in improving mood than aromatherapy involving the use of lavender essential oil. The study involved 56 healthy men and women. 4) Weight Loss Lemon essential oil shows promise for the prevention of weight gain, according to a 2003 study published in Experimental Biology and Medicine. In tests on rats, scientists found that breathing in the scent of lemon and grapefruit essential oils altered nervous system activity in a way that may promote the breakdown of body fat. However, due to a lack of clinical trials testing the effects of lemon essential on fat breakdown, it's too soon to recommend lemon essential oil as a weight loss aid. Uses for Lemon Essential Oil Lemon essential oil is typically used to treat the following health problems:

anxiety asthma athlete's foot depression fatigue insomnia stress

varicose veins

In addition, lemon essential oil is said to stimulate the immune system, protect against Alzheimer's disease, alleviate pain, and promote weight loss. How To Use Lemon Essential Oil When diluted with a carrier oil (such as jojoba, sweet almond, or avocado), lemon essential oil can be applied directly to the skin or added to baths. With any essential oil, there is a risk of contact sensitivity. A skin patch test should be done before using any new essential oil. Lemon essential oil also can be inhaled after sprinkling a few drops of the oil onto a cloth or tissue (or by using an aromatherapy diffuser or vaporizer). It's important to note that lemon essential oil should not be taken internally without the supervision of a health professional. Internal use of lemon essential oil may have toxic effects. Safety There's some concern that applying lemon essential oil to the skin may increase your sensitivity to ultraviolet light emitted by the sun andas a resultraise your risk of skin cancer. When using lemon essential oil on your skin, it's crucial to protect against ultraviolet light exposure by applying sunblock. Pregnant women and children should consult their primary health care providers prior to using essential oils. Learn more about how to use essential oils safely. Where To Find Lemon Essential Oil Widely available for purchase online, lemon essential oil is sold in many naturalfoods stores and in stores specializing in self-care products.

5 Tips for Natural Skin Care

Tip 1: Give Yourself a Dry Brush Exfoliation A dry brush exfoliation can be done in the morning before you shower. It eliminates dead skin cells and allows the skin to detox (skin is the largest organ of elimination). Dry brush exfoliation also improves lymph and blood circulation and decreases puffiness. An added benefit is that the gentle pressure is calming to the nervous system. To give yourself a dry brush exfoliation, you'll need a soft, natural bristle brush.

Tip 2: Rev Up Your Digestion In alternative medicine, good skin is a reflection of a good digestive system. People with skin disorders such as acne, rosacea, and psoriasis often suffer from constipation, imbalanced "good" vs. "bad" bacteria, leaky gut, and other digestive conditions. The two most common sluggish digestion culprits are: Culprit #1: Not Enough Water Water bathes cells and eliminates waste products, preventing constipation. 5 Ways to Boost Your Water Intake

Culprit #2: Not Enough Fiber Most people lack fiber in their diets - the average person eats only 12 g of fiber a day. In 2002, the National Academy of Sciences Food and Nutrition Board established recommended fiber intakes. For men aged 19-50 years, 38 g fiber is recommended, and for men over 50, 31 g fiber is recommended. For women aged 19 to 50 years, 25 g fiber is recommended, and for women over 50, 21 g fiber is recommended. Some suggestions: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Add Whole Grains - Choose whole grain products over refined. Have brown rice instead of white or make your own 50:50 combination. An Apple a Day - Have an apple, skin on, as a snack. Eat Cauliflower - Try this delicious Roasted Cauliflower recipe! High-fiber snacks - Snack on nuts, seeds, and dried fruit, such as dates, figs, and prunes. Eat Beans and Legumes - Open a can of your favorite beans or legumes. Rinse them well and add them to your meal. Ground Flaxseeds - For any easy fiber boost, sprinkle ground flaxseeds (available at health food stores) on rice, salads, oatmeal, or any other meal. Store flaxseeds in the fridge.

Tip 3: Invigorate Sluggish Circulation Do you sit at your desk for hours, only getting up to go to the bathroom? One of the best things you can do for your skin, stress level, and overall health is to get moving! Inactivity may affect skin and promote bloating and puffiness, acne, cellulite, and loss of muscle tone. You'll learn more about exercise in Step 9 of the Wellness Makeover. Here are some quick suggestions: Take a quick break to go outside and walk around the block.

Book a massage therapy appointment. Close your door and stretch. Go to the gym. Start each morning by stretching. Get a skipping rope.

Tip #4: Avoid Excess Sugar Most people do not realize this but excess sugar is considered one of the main causes of premature aging. The more sugar we eat, the more sugar we have entering our bloodstream. Over time, this can result in a process known as glycation, which is when a glucose (sugar) molecule damages a protein molecule by sticking to it. The new molecules formed are called advanced glycation endproducts, or AGEs. AGEs damage collagen in skin, cartilage, and ligaments and promote a loss of elasticity. Wrinkles form and skin begins to sag. Try This - It may seem impossible to reduce your sugar intake, but it can be done! A gradual approach works best. In the next week, choose one thing you're going to do to decrease the amount of sugar you consume. For example, start by cutting the amount of sugar in your daily coffee or tea by half. Every week, find another way you can decrease your sugar intake. Pretty soon, you'll be surprised at how far you've come! Tip #5: Eat Some Good Fats Essential fatty acids are simply fats your body cannot live without. They are needed to make cell membranes, hormones, and other body chemicals. Essential fats are thought to keep your heart healthy, fight inflammation, and possibly prevent cancer. They are also particularly important to people with inflammatory conditions such as eczema and acne, and also for people with dry skin. People with essential fat deficiency sometimes notice bumps on the backs of their arms. Here are my suggestions on getting more essential fats: Flaxseed and walnut oil - Use flaxeed oil or walnut oil with balsamic vinegar as a salad dressing. Be sure to keep these oils refrigerated. They should not be heated or used for cooking.

Cold water fish - Sardines are a good source of essential fats. Salmon is another good source, however these salmon accumulate toxic polychlorinated biphenyls (otherwise known as PCBs) in their body fat during the 95 percent of their lives they spend at sea. Supplements - Consider fish oil supplements.