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At Home Facial Products - What are they and How to Make them

by Aileen Fitzharris

Skin care products are always offering new and improved ways of taking care of your problems. Most recently, the skin care industry has begun shifting towards a more natural approach. You can now find products that contain fruit extracts and other natural ingredients.

However, some people still believe that the most natural skin products are still those that you can make on your own. Your pantry and refrigerator contain a wealth of products that can help you battle skin problems, from acne to aging skin. If you do decide to use this type of product then you should always keep in mind that most homemade remedies take time to show results, so be patient.

Here is a list of four of the most effective natural products for aging skin wrinkles and other aging problems.

Vitamin C: Natural Skin Rejuvenator

Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that is most known for its rejuvenating effects. It helps treat the damage caused by the formation of free radicals and can also help stimulate the production of collagen. Most traditional, anti-aging facial products do contain this vitamin.

If you want to try something different, here's a recipe that you can whip up from products that you easily find in your kitchen. Take whipping cream and mix it with lemon and orange juice. Apply this mixture to your skin, massage lightly and rinse off.

Aloe Vera: The Natural Anti Aging Plant

Aloe vera is a very popular ingredient that is included in several different types of skin care products. For aging, it can make the skin firmer and more elastic. This helps to immediately reduce the appearance wrinkles.

You can have your own homemade remedy by cutting open a stalk and applying the gel directly to your skin. Keep in mind that it can cause slight irritation, but it will pass quickly. If the stinging sensation bothers you, dilute the aloe vera with water or mix it with olive oil before applying it to your skin.

Milk: The Facial Product for Wrinkles

Milk is an excellent and inexpensive way of combating wrinkles. It helps moisturize your skin and treat dryness. All you have to do is apply the milk all over your face and neck and wash off with a damp face towel, then moisturize your skin.

Egg Whites: The most Inexpensive Face Lift

Egg whites have a lifting effect that can also help reduce the appearance of most facial wrinkles. This product is especially effective around the eyes where the skin is sensitive. Remember always to be careful when applying products in this area as it is very fragile.

If you're interested in trying this type of product, beat the eggs whites until they are foamy. Once the egg whites are ready, apply it to your skin, let dry, and rinse off with warm water. Some people have claimed to added honey or almond flour to the mix.

Natural skin care is on the rise, but not everyone wants to make a mess just to have their skin look healthier. If you want to have the benefits of homemade products but don't care to have the mess of making your own wrinkle cream, then you should consider using natural products such as BIOBALM. This natural skin care cream is made with a natural ingredient known as Helix aspersa muller extract which can gently and effectively help all types of skin deal with the aging process.

Published February 8th, 2010

Filed in Beauty