It’s no secret that modern skin care products are full of chemicals. No doubt your friends have told you all kinds of remedies to clean, healthy skin. It doesn’t seem to matter whether your skin is dry, acne prone, or normal-to-oily, someone has a remedy to share. How you care for your skin does depend on skin type, however the basic procedures are the same: cleanse with a gentle cleanser, tone, and moisturize. Following these basic steps leads to naturally clean skin.
Cleanse
You do not need to use scalding hot water, harsh cleansers or rough exfoliators to get naturally clean skin. These methods can damage delicate and sensitive skin. Using a mild, natural face wash will do the job very well and leave your skin feeling soft. Some of us are even taking a tip from our grandmothers and using good old oil to cleanse our skin. Vegetable oils are excellent cleansers for the face. Choose coconut, grapeseed, olive, or even sesame oil to slather on your damp face. Then wash off with a gentle cloth. This oil-cleansing method is great for removing makeup, cleansing your pores and leaves your skin naturally clean and moisturized.
Tone
Toning is essential for your natural cleansing routine. It helps to clean remaining residue from the skin and tightening the pores. Choose a natural and mild toner like witch hazel, apple cider vinegar, or floral water. You can even make your own by boiling dried basil leaves in water for 15 minutes, straining the leaves and applying the cooled liquid to your skin after cleansing. Store the homemade toner in a small glass bottle and use daily after cleansing.
Moisturize
Even if you use oil to cleanse the face, you will still likely need a moisturizer for beautiful, naturally clean skin. Look for a moisturizer with natural ingredients containing olive oil, shea butter, aloe, or avocado. Make sure that it’s free of perfumes, dyes, or preservatives. Creams or lotions containing white or green tea, noni fruit juice, or lemon can help smooth fine lines and brighten the skin. These natural cleansers without chemicals will help your skin stay soft, smooth and blemish free.
A natural cleaning routine will help improve the appearance of your skin. Choose natural products, free of chemicals, to help your skin look its best. But even the best skin-care routine would fail if you do not consider your diet. Beautiful skin starts from the inside out. Eat lots of fruits and vegetables, drink plenty of water, and get plenty of sleep to help your skin look the best it can look.