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Your skin type is largely genetically predisposed. But no matter what type of skin you have, you can make the best of it with loving treatments. In the coming months, our Healthy Living newsletter will offer easy to make, natural recipes for cleansers, masks scrubs and facial steams using essential oils.
The good news is that you don’t need to spend big dollars on expensive products in fancy packaging. These treatments can be made in your kitchen and stored in your own pretty containers.
Daily cleansing is possibly the most important part of your skin care routine. Your face is subjected to particles that clog the pores and make the skin look dull and lifeless, eg. oily fumes from traffic, dust and synthetic cosmetics. This recipe is a cleansing cream for dry, ageing and sensitive skin.
Cleansing Cream for dry, aging and sensitive skin
These skin types usually feel very uncomfortable if treated with soap and water. They need a gentle cleanser. This cleansing cream will need to be make fresh every two weeks or so. Adapt the recipe to the consistency you prefer by increasing or decreasing the amount of olive oil.
Ingredients 1 tablespoon light olive oil
60g copha or coconut oil
1 drop denzoin essential oil (optional)
10 drops rosewood essential oil
10 drops palmarosa or frankincense essential oil (sandalwood for men)
Melt the olive oil and copha or coconut oil together in a small bowl over a pan of boiling water. Remove from the heat and stir until mixture has cooled to blood heat. Add the essential oils and beat until well incorporated. Pot up in a clean glass jar. Refrigerate only if the weather is very hot.
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