If you’re taking the COVID-19 self-quarantine suggestions seriously, you may be hunkering down and avoiding unnecessary trips to the grocery store. Or, you may be one of the millions of people who has lost their job during this tough time, and you may be watching every penny when it comes to your finances.
Whatever your reasons, you may find that after a while, you have run out of cosmetics. If that’s the case, don’t worry. There are some easy hacks below you can use with everyday common household items like yogurt, honey, cocoa, fruit, and so on for some home spa treatments.
With these homemade products, you can effortlessly relax and feel pampered.
This mask will rejuvenate your face and leave you begging for more. In no time, your face will be smooth to the touch and oh so soft.
You will add honey and cream, which are awesome in moisturizing the face. The oatmeal in this natural will remove dead skin. It will also leave you smelling so nice.
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup cocoa
- 2 tsp cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tbsp heavy cream
- 3 tsp oatmeal powder
Directions:
You should mix every ingredient together, then put it on your face. Leave it there for about 10 minutes. Then remove it with warm water.
Apple Pie Spa Treatment Skin Polish
Apples are known to have a lot of benefits. They are filled with nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, and water. Apples are also great sources of malic acid, which is known to expunge dead skin cells. It can also clean off dirt in your skin.
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp apple sauce or fresh apple puree
- 1/8 tsp cinnamon
Directions:
You should mix everything together and stir it well. Put it on your skin by using a washcloth. It should be in a circular motion. You can do the same with a loofah sponge or bath gloves.
Apply it on those rough parts of your body like knees, heels, and elbows.
If you want to use it on your face, don't add granulated sugar to the mix. You should go for brown sugar instead. It is able to dissolve easily and works well on the skin.
Papaya Rejuvenation Home Spa Skin Refresher
You should consider exfoliating your skin by making use of natural papaya enzymes. They will leave you glowing.
Ingredients:
- Papaya
- Water
- Soap
- Pot
Directions:
Use water and soap to wash your face. Take a big pot of water and place on a source of heat like a stove. Mash your papaya while you wait for the water to boil. Put your pot on a table and put your face over the steam. Use a big towel to cover your head. Allow your face to steam for about five minutes. Put the papaya mixture on your face. It should not touch the eye area. Allow it sit on your face for 10 minutes, and then wash it off.
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