It is the aloe leaves, and more specifically the gel contained in them, that should be included in your daily routine. Its versatile properties are simply amazing and will work for even the most problematic skin.
You can replace as many as five cosmetics with Aloe. Its action is amazing
Often the simplest solutions are the most effective and it is no different in the case of cosmetics. The shorter the composition on their label, the better for our complexion. Some of them can be replaced by using. It will be perfect as:
- serum or moisturizing cream,
- an eye compress that reduces dark circles and puffiness,
- make-up base,
- to alleviate acne and skin lesions,
- lightening of scars and discoloration.
Home-made aloe gel. Step by step preparation
Instead of reaching for ready-made aloe vera gel from the store, it’s worth it at home. It is not a difficult task and it is definitely much cheaper if we use the gel for a longer time. You only need:
- 4 aloe leaves,
- a tablespoon of lemon juice,
- a few drops of tea tree oil.
We start by soaking the aloe vera stalks for 24 hours, changing the water every 4 hours. After this time, take them out of the water and use a knife or a spoon to put the pulp into a bowl. Add the remaining ingredients to it and blend it all. Put the gel into a glass, tightly closed container and store in the refrigerator.
The gel will be an excellent base for masks. Facial aloe vera can work wonders
The aloe vera gel prepared as described above can be used in many ways, depending on the type of skin. It works great as a base ingredient:
- neutralizing the secretion of sebum and balancing the color of oily skin – mix a tablespoon of gel with 1/4 tablespoon of turmeric and 2 tablespoons of rose water. Put the prepared paste on your face and leave it for 20 minutes, then wash it off thoroughly with warm water.
- improving skin elasticity and soothing acne – mix a tablespoon of the gel with a tablespoon of baking soda. Put the mask on your face for 5 minutes, then wash it off with lukewarm water,
- anti-wrinkle – cook one potato without salt, and then crush it into a mush without the skin. Add 2 tablespoons of aloe vera, 1.5 tablespoons of olive oil, 10 drops of lemon juice to it and mix. Apply the mask for 20 minutes, avoiding the eyes. After this time, wash it off with lukewarm water. It can be used up to once a week,
- moisturizing and restoring firmness – blend half a cucumber and add 2 tablespoons of gel to it. Put the mask on the face and neck for 15 minutes and rinse with cold water,
- regenerating for all skin types – mix a tablespoon of the gel with a tablespoon of liquid honey. We put it on face for 15 minutes and wash it off with warm water.
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