Hello everyone!
As you know, I strongly believe in
using natural ingredients for DIY hair and skincare recipes. Today’s post is about basil; a perfect active ingredient for acne prone skin.
Basil is known for its soothing
and toning properties, and can calm down blemishes and irritated skin.
Ingredients:
- Fresh basil leaves
- Boiling water
Method 1: Toner
- Steep a handful of basil leaves in a cup of boiling water for 10 to 20 minutes.
- Remove leaves, cool the basil tea.
- Apply toner to your problem areas with a cotton ball.
- Keep the toner refrigerated and discard once it becomes cloudy.
Method 2: Facial steaming
- Steam your face over a bowl of hot water combined with a small handful of basil leaves, for about 10 minutes.
- If your skin is very oily, squeeze half a lemon/lime into it.
- Follow up with a face mask or splash cold water/toner on your face, or gently rub an ice cube wrapped in a towel over your face to close the pores.
Treating
acne with basil is not for everyone. The
herb may occasionally cause allergic reactions (skin rashes) when applied
topically. Always patch test before using basil on
your face.
- Dab a small amount of "basil tea" on the pulse of your wrist or the crook of your elbow.
- Leave it unwashed for a period of 24- 48 hours.
- Watch for signs of an allergic reaction. (redness or rash)
XOXO
Euphrasie85
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