Organic moisturisers and treatments are great for most types of skin. At this time of year a common problem for dry and mature skin is that it has been exposed to the sun during the summer months. There are loads of brands on the market now, but I also like the DIY options. They can be cheap and fun as well as effective.
With the summer months behind us let's look ahead to Autumn with a bit of pampering to lift the spirits. In these cash strapped times it needn't be expensive. Rope in a friend and make your living room your own personal spa. Then how about a facial sauna and toner all in one, suitable for all skin types? I choose chamomile as it has been used for thousands of years as an natural remedy to sooth irritated skin, rashes, cuts or other inflammations safely and inexpensively. Add mint to that for vitamin C and vitamin A, iron and magnesium. Finally add lavender which removes nervous tension, relieves pain, disinfects scalp and skin, enhance blood circulation and treats respiratory problems. The name Lavender means "to wash" in Latin. It's not too late to plant some seeds into compost on a warm window sill and grow some herbs like chamomile, lavender and mint. You can grow hundreds of plants from one pack of seeds, even late in the season. Or just borrow from friends' gardens. It is easy to get hold of Lavender and mint - I grow all three in a small herb patch. Chamomile's delicate, sweet scent is beautiful when picked fresh. And of course, herbs are organic when you grow your own without sprays or chemicals. A quick alternative is to use dried herbs or tea.
Using a glass or enameled pot, simmer a total of 2 to 4 tablespoons of dried or fresh herbs in a litre of water. When the pot is steaming, carefully place it on top of a trivet or thick potholder on a table, and sit with your face at a comfortable distance over the steam for fifteen minutes. Listen to some relaxing or feelgood music if you want to add to the ambience.
Use a towel to trap the steam if you wish and then, after fifteen minutes, splash your face with cold water and allow your skin to air dry or pat it dry with a towel. Then either apply a good natural moisturizer or facial oil, or a clay mask. After the sauna, you can allow the herbal water to cool and save it for use as a toning lotion to be dabbed on your face with a cotton ball after cleansing. If your skin tends to be greasy then add a splash of lemon juice. Pop it into a sterilised bottle and keep in a cool place. It will last for about a week - just in time for the next batch!
Author Resource:-
Marcella Campbell (M.Phil)is the founder of feedyaface Ltd, and online organic skin care company and is also a writer, teacher and academic. She founded the company in 2007 after producing natural bath and skin products for many years.She can be contacted through f.y.f@live.co.uk or http://www.feedyafacecosmetics.co.uk
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