| California Avocado Moisturizer The inside of the avocado peel is actually valuable. The precious oil hidden away in the peel of the avocado is also a wonderful facial moisturizer. To be technical, the oil contains a humectant, a substance that holds moisture. Using gentle upward strokes, lightly massage your face with the inside of the peel. Let the oil residue remain on your skin for about 15 minutes. At that time you may either leave the oil on your skin and go to sleep or, if you intend to put on make-up, wash your face gently with three or four rinses of tepid water and pat dry. The oil will be invisible but it is there, ready to hold your foundation or powder in place for hours. Aloe Moisturizer .4 oz emulsifying wax 2.4 oz apricot kernel oil .8 oz glycerin 4.8 oz water based aloe 30-60 drops essential oil Follow directions for basic lotion. Pour into pump or squeeze bottle or jar. Lemon Moisturizer 1 beaten egg yolk 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 tbsp lemon juice Combine egg yolk and lemon juice in a small bowl. Stir with a wire whisk while adding both oils until the mixture thickens. If it's too thick, add more lemon juice. Makeup Remover and Moisturizer 1/2 cup paraffin 1 cup mineral oil 1/2 cup water 2 tbsp alum Slowly heat paraffin with the oil in a double boiler. In a separate saucepan, heat the water until it simmers, then dissolve the alum in it. Let cool, then add to the warm mineral oil and paraffin mixture. As everything cools, the paraffin will rise to the top. Drain off the water. The residue is your makeup remover. Strawberry Skin Moisturizer 1 tbsp each: olive, coconut and vegetable oils 2 tbsp mashed strawberries (Optional) 1-2 drops Vitamin E oil Mix all ingredients in a small bowl. Store in the refrigerator in a covered jar between uses. Dry Skin Masque Beat the yolk of an egg until it is light and frothy, then add the mashed pulp of a half avocado, blending it well (you may use a blender at this point). Cleanse your face thoroughly before using this masque (or any masque). Spread the avocado mixture over the face and neck evenly; relax on a slant board or bed for about 20 minutes. Remove with clear tepid water and a face cloth, followed by a rinse of cold water or a mild skin lotion. The result should be a marked improvement in skin texture, and all-around revitalizing. |