History has shown us that natural skin care recipes do indeed have amazingly powerful rejuvenating capabilities.

~ Velvet Aloe Vera Moisturizer ~
Aloe Vera Moisturizer Recipe

    * 1 tablespoon of a very good
      quality extra virgin olive oil
    * Mix with the gel expressed from one large leaf from an aloe vera plant
    * Apply a light layer to the skin every morning and night
    * Keep unused portion in refrigerator for up to three days
Aloe has well documented healing properties. Just a dab on burns will accelerate the healing process.

~ Apple Toner ~
Aloe Vera Moisturizer Recipe

    * 1 apple
    * 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
    * 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary
    * Roughly chop apple and place in saucepan with vinegar over medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes until the apple has begun to turn into applesauce
    * Press mixture through a sieve then strain into clean bottle.
    * Keep unused portion in refrigerator for several days

Don't worry that the mixture will be a little cloudy.  Just think of all those rich nutrients that your skin will benefit from!

Basic Facial Aspirin Recipe

    * 5 to 10 of plain aspirin- (the cheap generic kind is just fine)Aspirin Facial Recipe
    * Crush aspirin tablets into a fine powder- (a small coffee grinder works really well if you are making a large batch)
    * Mix in your favorite fruit acid, freshly squeezing the juice from a lemon, lime, or orange
    * To use as an aspirin scrub make a thickish paste using only a few teaspoons of the fruit juice
    * For a refreshing aspirin toner use a least 1/3 cup of fruit juice to make a thin solution that can easily saturate a cotton ball.
Aspirin is an all around versatile natural skin care ingredient that has the added benefit of being an excellent anti-aging skin care treatment.
Why?

Salicylic acid which is a BHA, beta hydroxy acid has the ability to penetrate deeply to unclog pores and effectively exfoliate dead skin cells which reduces the incidences of acne outbreaks and stimulates cell renewal.

Aging skin benefits significantly from an increase in skin cell turnover.

All in all, aspirin recipes for natural facial treatments are particularly effective in maintaining healthy, smooth, and vibrant looking skin.

This is truly one of the best recipes for facial rejuvenation

~ The Monster Mash ~
Avocado Facial Recipe

    * 1/2 avocado thoroughly mashed
      into a paste
    * Add 1 tablespoon sea salt or kosher salt
    * A generous squeeze or dollop of honey
    * Mix in the juice of one fresh lemon (You'll need enough juice to thin out the avocado mash into the consistency of a thick sour cream so that it will spread nicely onto the skin)
    * Apply for 10 to 15 minutes then
    * Rinse off with warm water
    * Keep unused portion in refrigerator for 2 to 3 days

Add a drizzle of olive oil or nut oil to create a super moisturizing mask.

~ Batter-Up ~

    * Whip one egg white into very stiff peaks
    * Mix in one tablespoon of cornstarch
    * Add the juice of a lime
    * Whip ingredients thoroughly to form a smooth, frothy mixture.
    * Apply to facial skin avoiding the immediate area around the eyes
    * Let set for 20 minutes
    * Rinse off with warm water
    * Keep unused portion in refrigerator for 2 to 3 days


 The lime cleanses and exfoliates, the egg white nourishes and firms, while the cornstarch softens and draws out the skin's impurities.

Adding a packet of unflavored gelatin to the recipe will create even more of a skin tightening effect.  (It's a trick that the high end spas use to harden natural facial peels and masks!)

~ Blueberry Bliss Facial Mask ~
Blueberry Facial Recipe

    * Put 1/2 cup of fresh blueberries into the food processor, (a mini food processor works great for this recipe) 
    * Add one generous dollop of honey
    * Add the juice of half a lemon
    * Add a half of tablespoon of cornstarch
    * Pulse until the mixture is processed into a smooth, creamy paste
    * Apply to facial skin for up to 20 minutes
    * Rinse off with warm water
    * Keep unused portion in refrigerator for several days

~ Chocolate Facial Mask Recipe ~
under eye treatments recipe

    * 1/3 cup cocoa
    * 1/4 cup of honey
    * 2 tablespoons of heavy cream (sour cream will work as well)
    * 3 teaspoons of oatmeal
    * Mix all the ingredients thoroughly
    * Apply on the face, gently massaging it so that the oatmeal will exfoliate the dead skin cell layer

Leave the mask on for about 20 minutes. Rinse off with lukewarm water.

In case you are wondering, Biki explains that there is a reason oatmeal and honey are added to this mix.

Similar to its use in body scrub recipes, oatmeal is recommended for sensitive skin, but can be used in preparation of facial masks for any skin type, as well as for preparation of facial exfoliants as it is gentle on the skin, yet highly powerful.

~ Exfoliating Facial Scrub ~
Exfoliating Facial Recipe

    * 5 ml olive oil
    * 20 grams shea butter
    * 6 grams beeswax
    * 3/4 shot glass of sea salt
    * 10 drops grapefruit essential oil
    * Melt shea butter and beeswax together over very low heat
    * Add in the olive oil and mix well


The mixture will thicken as it cools. When it is halfway set and fairly cool, add the sea salt and grapefruit essential oil. Mix well and transfer to a sterilized glass jar.

Use after showering while the skin is still damp. Massage into face and body using lighter pressure over delicate skin areas and deeper pressure over areas that have particularly dry, rough skin such as heels.

Rinse well and pat dry. Follow with an extra rich body butter. Use scrub once at least once a week for silky smooth skin.

~ Face Firming Mask ~
Firming Facial Mask Recipe

    * In the microwave warm a generous tablespoon of honey
    * Stir in two tablespoons of freshly squeezed grapefruit juice
    * Mix in one tablespoon of cream of tartar
    * Whisk in one egg white until a smooth paste forms
    * Sprinkle in one package of unflavored gelatin
    * Apply the warm mixture to the skin on the face and throat
    * Let set for 15 minutes or until the mixture begins to dry then rinse completely with warm water

~ Got Milk? Cleansing Facial Toner ~
Milk Toner Recipe

    * 1 cup of whole milk  
    * 1/8 cup fresh rosemary
    * 1 passion fruit roughly chopped
    * Combine all of the ingredients in a saucepan and simmer on medium low for 15 minutes
    * Let the mixture cool completely
    * Strain into a clean container

Saturate a cotton ball and using an upwards sweeping motion with light pressure to clean the surface of the skin.

~ Minty Fresh Face Wash ~
Mint Facial Cleanser Recipe

    * Finely chop 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves (or use a mini-food processor)  
    * Stir in 1 tablespoon kosher or sea salt (The salt crystals are larger than regular table salt which provides for better exfoliating action)
    * Mix in 1 tablespoon commercial soy-based facial cleanser
    * Apply to facial skin in a circular motion then rinse well with warm water

~ Basic Rose Water Skin Care Recipe ~
under eye treatments recipe

    * Trim the rose flowers and rose
      hips to remove any stems and leaves
    * Place trimmed rose flowers and rose hips in a large pot of water
    * Add just enough water to cover
    * Simmer gently for 10 to 20 minutes
    * Strain well, collecting the rose water in a container
    * Cool then store in refrigerator for several days
P.K.'s Grandmother used the rose water like a toner to refresh her skin throughout the day by damping a small soft cloth and dabbing it on her face.

 The frozen rose water can then be used as a natural skin care anti-aging treatment for under eye dark circles and puffiness.

The Princess and the Tea
under eye treatments recipe

    * Boil a small pot of water with
      several green tea bags.
    * Let steep until tea becomes cool.
    * Carefully squeeze out every last drop of the tea bags into the pot.
    * Whisk one egg white with the juice of half a lemon, a packet of plain gelatin and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch until frothy.
    * Slowly add 1/4 cup of the green tea while whisking briskly.
    * Apply a thin layer to the facial skin and let set for 20 minutes.
    * Rinse completely with warm water. (The remaining mixture can be kept in the refrigerator for several days.)

Did you know that preliminary studies indicate that the topical application of green tea helps to repair sun damage, prevent premature skin aging, and enhance skin tone while stimulating new cell growth?