May 24, 2008

Beauty with Salt - FACE

Salt can be a great asset for keeping your face clear and clean.

1) Oily Skin: Fill a small spray bottle with tepid water, add 1 teaspoon salt, and spray on your face. Blot the face dry.

2) Cleansers and Toners: Mix 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon olive oil in a small bowl, use the mixture to gently massage your face and throat, avoid contact with eyes. Follow by washing with the usual face soap.

3) Swelling/Puffy Eyes: Mix 1 teaspoon of salt in two cups of hot water, soaking cosmetic pads in the solution and place on the puffy areas.

4) Tired eyes - Mix 1/2 teaspoon of salt in a pint of water and use the solution to bathe the tired eyes.

5) Facial: For stimulating facial, mix equal parts of salt and olive oil, gently massage the face and neck with fingers. Remove mixture after 5-10 minutes and wash face.