Glycerin and Rosewater Lotion

A lotion which I have been using for a very long time. It consists of simple ingredients of glycerin and rosewater. In winter season my hands get dry and no matter what I do nothing helps. I found this homemade lotion recipe without the specific amount of quantity. I have determined the quantity of the ingredients through the years by trial and error.
Here is the recipe:

Glycerin 2tbsp
Rosewater 3tbsp

Herbal Papaya Mask for Oily Skin

Herbal papaya face mask has the ingredients that take good care of oily skin in wintry weather. As oily skin does not dries out in dehydrated breeze therefore the main aim behind the winter face pack is to absorb the excess oil and keep it clean. Oily skin behaves best … Read more

Homemade body lotions

The simplest homemade body lotion is an old favorite –
Rosewater and Glycerin Lotion
1-1/2 c distilled water
3 tsp rose oil
1/3 c glycerin
(both the glycerin and rose oil can be obtained at most pharmacies but if they do not have rose oil you can substitute 1-2/3 c of “rose water”for the water and rose oil in the formula)

Natural Home Remedies for Calluses and Corns

Safe home remedies for painful corns and calluses include tea, cornstarch, and vinegar. For more details on how these everyday items can help your sore feet, read on. Baking soda. One of the best ways you can treat corns and calluses is with a warm-water soak. This loosens the dead … Read more

5 ways to winter-proof your skin

Wind-weathered cheeks, cracked elbows and general dryness can take your skin from beautiful to blah. To overcome the winter elements, follow these five skincare steps.
1. Avoid those lovely long, hot showers
A steamy, half-hour shower may be tempting on those especially chilly mornings, but they can wreak havoc on your skin. Hot water removes the skin’s natural oils, so take a lukewarm shower instead. Also, keep showers within 10 to 15 minutes. Contrary to what may seem like common sense,

Lighten and brighten your skin with fruits

A fruit mask will naturally exfoliate your skin with fruit acids. It will also have the effect of lightening and brightening your skin. We have chosen to use grapes and raspberries but you can choose any fruit or even any vegetables for this recipe. Simply use whatever is in season; … Read more

Cleanse and Moisturize dry skin with Homemade Mask

Preparing the Clay or Fuller’s Earth
(This step applies to all the masks listed below):

Add 1/2 cup water to 1/4 cup of clay or fuller’s earth (if too dry, add a few drops of water at a time)
Mix separate from other ingredients
Add any oils listed in the mask recipe
May substitute water for whole milk (only for dry skin recipes)