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You may have heard about the health benefits of this “wonder” food, but you may be wondering how yogurt could possibly be connected to a clearer complexion and improved skin care.<\/p>\n
Yogurt is a lovely at-home beauty alternative to expensive and chemical facial products.<\/p>\n
Yogurt is both a healthy snack and a cheap, effective skin treatment. Take advantage of this "miracle food" to care for your body inside and out. Everybody deserves a time out for a quick makeover to boost self-esteem and relax.<\/p>\n
Studies that have been done on the effects of probiotics on skin care have found benefits from these substances when they were used internally as well as topically. For maximum skin care benefits, you can eat your yogurt and wear it as a mask as well! By consuming the probiotics in your food, you can boost the healthy bacteria in your gut, which will help your body to maintain a healthy balance and process nutrients most effectively. A healthy body can slow the aging process, allowing your skin to retain its youthful glow for much longer.<\/p>\n
HERE SOME HOME MADE BEAUTY RECIPES THAT U COULD TRY OUT…..
For Dry Skin Treatment
Mix a little 1 tbsp olive oil, 1\/4 tsp turmeric powder, 1\/2 tsp sandalwood powder and 1 tbsp honey in 1\/2 cup yogurt. Apply and leave for 15 minutes, then wash off with water.<\/p>\n
Yogurt Skin Care Mask<\/p>\n
Mix together 1 egg white, 1 tbsp yogurt, 1 tsp fuller's earth (multani mitti) and 1 tsp honey. Apply on face and neck for cleansing, toning, moisturizing and nourishing benefits all in one!<\/p>\n
Yogurt Skin Care for Dry Weather<\/p>\n
Mix 1\/2 cup plain yogurt, 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tsp fresh lime juice. Apply on the face for five to 10 minutes, and then rinse off with warm water. <\/p>\n
The Yogurt Mask: Two Steps toward Healthier Skin before applying the facial mask gently exfoliate the skin using a mild exfoliating scrub or a harsh wash cloth and lukewarm water. This prepares your skin to reap the benefits of the yogurt.<\/p>\n
Next, apply unflavoured, plain yogurt to the face with the fingertips, carefully avoiding the eyes. Gently massage in a circular motion and relax while enjoying the cooling effects. Let the yogurt rest on the skin for up to 20 minutes, then gently rinse with lukewarm water and apply moisturizer of choice.<\/p>\n
Yogurt is mild enough that is can be used daily, but don't exfoliate too enthusiastically if used on a regular basis to prevent skin irritation.<\/p>\n
The Yogurt Manicure
Yogurt has the same healthy effects for the hands! Try a yogurt hand mask for moisturizing and smoothing benefits.<\/p>\n
Cure Pimples and Acne with Yogurt<\/p>\n
Apply yogurt on your acne daily. The rich zinc content will help to clear your skin.
Apply plain yogurt mixed with lime juice on pimples, leave for 15 minutes, then wash off. <\/p>\n
Cure Dandruff and Itchy Scalp with Yogurt<\/p>\n
Apply some yogurt on your head, wrap your hair in a towel and then rinse after 15 minutes. Shampoo your hair using a mild shampoo, to get rid of the smell.
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Yogurt Cucumber Parsley Facial Mask
Homemade Spa recipe for a creamy facial mask that leaves your skin soft and refreshed.<\/p>\n
Ingredients <\/p>\n
1 Tbsp. plain yogurt
1 Tbsp. cucumber
1 Tbsp. parsley
Directions<\/p>\n
Puree the cucumber and parsley finely and mix with the yogurt until smooth. Clean your face with a gentle Cleanser. Cover your face with this creamy mask. <\/p>\n
This will rejuvenate your skin as it moistens. Leave the mask on for approximately 15-20 minutes for best results. Rinse with water. Follow with your favourite Moisturizer.<\/p>\n
Follow these healthy tried and tested tips:<\/p>\n
If you have blemishes, slathering yoghurt on your face every day will help clear your skin, thanks its rich zinc content. Avoid the flavored varieties, and apply yoghurt only after you’ve removed all make-up.
Stop pimples in their tracks by mixing some brewers yeast with plain yoghurt and apply it to your face. Let it sit for a few minutes, then wipe clean.
If you have an itchy scalp, apply some yoghurt to your head, wrap your hair in a towel and rinse after 15 minutes.
Bonus: the yoghurt will chase away dandruff too.<\/p>\n
· Your hands and nails can also benefit from yoghurt. Simply combine half a cup of plain yoghurt with the juice of a lemon. Refrigerate it for a few hours and then use it to massage your hands and nails. Rinse and pat your hands dry. Do this for a fortnight and you will notice how soft and supple your hands feel.<\/p>\n
· Apart from zinc, plain yoghurt contains lactic acid, a natural skin smoother, which makes it a simple, yet effective facial mask. To reap yoghurts skin – softening benefits just spread it on your face and leave it on for 20 minutes before rinsing off with warm water.<\/p>\n
· For dry skin, mix together half cup plain yoghurt, 1 tbslp olive oil and 1 ½ tsps fresh lemon juice. Apply to the face for 5 minutes, and then rinse off with warm water.<\/p>\n
Ammarah
Radio Islam
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ammarah@radioislam.co.za
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