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We've all heard the "this, not that" concept when it comes to what and what not to eat. But what about what your skin eats? Yes, like a sponge, what you slather onto your skin is sucked up through your pores, entering your bloodstream and finding its way into your cells. So what exactly is your skin eating anyway? While we may scour the nutrition facts of every morsel of food that we put into our mouths, when it comes to our favorite old skincare standbys, if you take a second to check out the ingredients you will likely find that you can't pronounce the majority of them. Yup- they're made up of a menagerie of chemicals. And while old habits may die hard, you're smarter than to continue to feed your face stuff that you would never even think to spoon onto your tongue (but really, it's just a different delivery system).
Face the facts: it's high time to change your beauty regimen. I know... it's scary. Yes, your face is the most visible part of your body and you're nervous to take risks, switching from your tried and true to something new that, sure, might not work as well. Which is why I did the testing for you and discovered this list of truly good for you skin care prodcuts that work. It's time to throw nostalgia to the wind and try out some products that are not only good for your skin, but the environment too.
Skim this list of This, Not That products and even kitchen remedies, then try out a few on your skin. I'll bet you'll be happy with your new greener skin care regimen.
Rosacea
Instead of This: Noredol
Kitchen: Chamomile Tea. Brew a concentrated chamomile tea. Let it cool. Dab it on your skin throughout the day with a cotton ball to soothe your Rosacea.
Why? Chamomile naturally calms skin. The repetitive cooling will also help to calm.
Or Buy: MyChelle Dermaceuticals Capillary Calming Serum with Gotu Cola, Arnica, and Blue Algae
Dry Skin
Instead of This: Dove Deep Moisture Facial Lotion
Kitchen: Avocado. Mash a half an avocado and apply to your face. Leave it on until it dries. Rinse off with warm water.
Why? The natural essential fatty acids nourish, moisturize and even help prevent premature wrinkling.
Or Buy: Naturopathica Calendula Essential Hydrating Cream
Dull Skin
Instead of This: Lumedia Facial Brightener
Kitchen: Strawberries. Mash a ½ cup of strawberries, place them in a blender to puree, spread on your skin. Leave on for 10 minutes. Rinse off with tepid water.
Why? The anti-oxidant Vitamin C is a known skin brightener and strawberries are filled with the radiance boosting stuff.
Or Buy Amla Skin Brightening Lotion with Indian Gooseberry
After Sun Skin-Saver
Instead of This: Clinique After Sun Rescue
Kitchen: Green Tea. Make a super concentrated cup of green tea (2 tablespoons to 1 bag) and brush it on your face. Leave on. Apply moisturizer on top.
Why? Green Tea is loaded with antioxidants that help fight free-radical damage
Or Buy: Jurlique Herbal Recovery Gel
