Best Natural Beauty Tips

1. Tried out everything on the glossy shelves and still not satisfied with how you look? If you are always pinning for that perfect skin and have already tried out a host of products, maybe its time to go a little natural and see the effects. Homemade Beauty Tipsto get the perfect skin and look are preferred over a long run, they are not as difficult as they may sound, and more often than not, the solutions may be hiding in your very own kitchen! Br .....

Honey and Ginger

2. Ginger has many active ingredients that works wonders towards removing free radicals from the body and preventing skin damage. Soak ginger in 200 to 300ml of water for 5 to 10 mins. And then add honey to it. You can now drink it like its nothing but tea! .....

Rest and Sleep

3. Ground ginger and make a paste of it by mixing honey. Apply this over your face the first thing after waking up, even before you brush your teeth. This paste is a great way of preventing wrinkles and keeping them at bay. .....

Strawberry Face Mask

4. You may be ignoring this one, trying to pack in as much action in the day as you can and heading out for partying at night. But ladies, the amount of sleep you get or dont get plays a very big role in how your skin looks. If you are suffering from dark circles, uneven skin tone or a dull skin, these are sure signs of lack of sleep. Try and get at least 7 hours of sleep. This is not only important to give your skin a naturally healthy and glowing .....

Aloe Vera Juice For Sun Tan

5. Strawberries contain salicylic acid and thats what makes them great for your skin, especially if you have any acne problems and scars. Get 1/4th cup of freshly mashed strawberries and mix in the juice of 1 small lemon (lemons are great to provide exfoliation and lighten up the skin). To this, pour 2 tbsp honey (which is a great moisturiser) and add 1/4th cup of yoghurt. Stir well to make a smooth paste. Apply this over your face and wait till dry .....

Aloe Vera For Dry Skin

6. Aloe Vera is the best thing ever for dry skin! All you need are some almonds and aloe vera gel to forget about dry skin troubles. Grind up a few almonds and add it aloe vera gel. Apply this to your face and neck. Let it be for 15 to 20 mins and then wash it off. Your skin will be as good as new .....

Urad Dal and Almonds

7. People with dry skin are more likely to get wrinkles earlier than those with oily skin. Also, if you have excessive dry skin, you may occasionally suffer from flaky and skin peeling. Aloe vera gel is a great moisturiser to repair any dry and dead skin. This is not only great for your face, but also for the entire body. You can also add some coconut oil to it to add extra moisture. Take a teaspoon of Urad dal and 45 almonds and soak them overnight .....

Unboiled Milk

8. Raw or unboiled milk is the best way to get soft and supple skin. All you need to do is apply it all over your face and skin for about 10 mins and then wash it off. Your skin will be as soft as a babys bottom .....

Lemon Slices

9. Before you boil the milk, take a cotton pad, dip it in the milk and wipe your face with the cotton. You will instantly see how much dirt is cleaned away from your face. Unboiled milk is also great to remove any sunburn, suntan or redness of the face. .....

Drink Water

10. Take a slice of lemon and rub it along your elbows, knees and feet. This is a great way to lighten the hard skin around these areas and also make them softer and cleaner. Water is one of the biggest sources of nutrients for your skin. While some say drinking 8 glasses of water is a must, others may still want to drink more, while some a little less. But no matter how much water youre having, the best way to understand when your body needs a glass .....

Banana and Egg Hair Treatment

11. Looking for a little more shine in your hair? Simply mix one egg and a mashed up banana. Apply it as a thick paste to your hair and leave it on for 10 30 minutes. Wash it our doing your usual hair washing ritual (if you usually use a storebought conditioner youll probably only need to condition the ends). And voila! Super simple, and all natural, beauty tip. .....

Moisturizing Nail Treatment

12. Soak your nails in olive oil for five minutes. And then sit back and admire your pretty hands .....

Simple Honey Face Mask

13. Raw honeyis naturally antibacterial and a super quick way to get soft, beautiful skin. Once a week use a tablespoon or so of raw honey (not the processed stuff parading as honey) and gently warm it by rubbing your fingertips together. Spread on your face. Leave on for 5 10 minutes and then use warm water to gently rinse it off and pat dry. Then bask in the glow of your honeyawesomeness.Thisraw honey is awesome, by the way. .....

Apple Cider Vinegar Clarifying Shampoo

14. For those who are using commercial shampoos: To help eliminate any build up in your hair, mix ? cup organic apple cider vinegar (like this) with 1 cup water. Follow with your usual conditioner. .....

Elbow and Knee Exfoliate and Skin Brightener

15. Cut an orange in half and rub it on your elbows and knees. Helps soften those rough patches. And it smells good. (Rinse off the sticky mess when you are done.) .....

Gentle Body Scrub

16. Mix a 2 to 1 ratio of olive oil and sea salt to make a quick and effective body scrub. This helps get rid of dead skin cells creating softer, more glowing skin. And this natural beauty tip is much cheaper that expensive store bought body scrubs. .....

Easy Deep Conditioning Hair Treatment

17. Want super soft, hydrated hair? This is one of my favorite all natural beauty tips. Use melted coconut oil as a deep conditioning hair and scalp treatment. Massage coconut oil into your scalp and then work it through your hair. Leave it on for a couple of hours and then wash it out using shampoo (no need to condition unless you have really long hair and then maybe just the ends.) Note: For you no .....

Simple Toxic Free Shaving Cream

18. Use coconut oil on your legs as a natural replacement for your shaving cream. Talk about a simple, natural beauty tip. .....

All Natural Black Head Removal

19. Place 4 or 5 drops of raw honey on an open lemon wedge. Then rub the lemon on your face for a minute, emphasizing any trouble areas. Leave the mixture on for 5minutesand rinse with cold water. (Keep in mind that citrus can make your skin photosensitive so its best to do this before bed rather than before going outside). .....

Dry Brushing for Better Skin

20. Dry brushing is a simple detoxification process for your body. It stimulates a number of organs through a gently massage. It also helps the lymphatic system, eliminates dead skin coatings, strengthens the immune system, can eliminate cellulite, stimulates the hormones, and can help tighten skin through better circulation. Best of all, its cheap and easy. Learn more about dry brushing and how to do ithere.Heresa great skin brush to get you started .....

Take Care

21. Remember, the best all natural beauty tips and secrets are not quick fixes. They require good sleep,stress management,proper nutrition, andphysical exercise. While all these little gems above can provide some oomph to your beauty routine, remember that real beauty is a result of taking care (or thanking) your body on a daily basis. And by being you. Because you are beautiful. .....

Be a natural beauty

22. You dont need harsh chemicalsor tons of timeto get shiny, healthy hair and smoother skin. Just steal these gentle, backtobasics moves to start looking your best. .....

Fresh faced

23. For a radiant complexion slice a few grapes in half and rub the cut sides over clean skin. The fruit acids are natural exfoliators, explains Regine Berthelot, head aesthetician at the Caudalie Vinotherapie Spa at The Plaza in New York City. .....

Moisturizers and face masks

24. Stay protected by applying a moisturizer with black tea extract before sunscreen; studies show the ingredient decreases the effect of UV radiation on skin and may help prevent sunburns. We like Juara Sweet Black Tea & Rice Facial Moisturizer ($42; amazon.com). .....

Bronzed and beautiful

25. Get bronzed without the sunor selftanners. Mix 1 teaspoon organic sunscreen and a pinch of loose mineral bronzer in your palm, then blend it over your face for an instant (protective!) glow. To firm your jaw, neck, and throat, yoga expert and instructor Annelise Hagen suggests doing this Kiss the Ceiling move every day: slowly tilt your head back, pucker up, and try to kiss the ceiling; repeat 4 times. .....

Hair helpers

26. Treat your parched strandsto a hydrating mask with allnatural olive oil.Preserve your hair color by avoiding shampoos that contain sulfates. Theyre a form of detergent that can fade color or make it brassy, according to cosmetic chemist Alec Batis. .....

Iron free curls

27. Create tousled waveswith this trick from stylist John Masters: dissolve 1 tablespoon sea salt in a spray bottle filled with 8 ounces warm spring water, then add 10 drops of organic lavender oil; shake well, then spritz on damp hair and let it airdry. .....

Strong and sleek

28. Prevent breakagein chemically treated hair by applying a rich, protective styling cream before you use hot tools.The star ingredient, organic argan oil, makes strands glossy but wont weigh them down. .....

No more frizz

29. Strengthen hairwith a mayo mask (its cholesterol plumps the cuticle, Rusk stylist Sean James says): comb 1/2 cup mayo through wet hair, wait 15 minutes, and rinse with cool water; shampoo as usual.Wellhydrated hair cant take in additional moisture from the air, so it doesnt frizz, says stylist Dickey, founder of Hair Rules. .....

Maintaining your body health

30. How toMaintain Your Health.Healthis something that is easy to ...Your bodyjust stores them away, not knowing what to do with them. .....

Eat healthy

31. Eat healthier foods like fish, fresh fruits, and vegetables. You can still eat other foods but lower the intake of fat, sugar, and calories. Some foods have empty calories. Avoid them as much as possible. Try not to eat too much junk food such as potato chips, pizza, cookies, cakes, etc. .....

Consume healthy liquids

32. Make sure to take in plenty of cool water each day. Water flushes away the toxins and gives your skin that natural glow. Avoid drinking too many caffeinated drinks and minimize alcohol intake. .....

Get plenty of fresh air and do lots of regular exercise

33. Both will give you a healthy glow. Exercise ensures fitness, releases pentup energy that can be exhausting to deal with otherwise and rejuvenates you. Exercise is an ideal way to reduce the frown lines! Exercise on a regular basis to maintain your own level of fitness. Try to get at least 3060 minutes of cardio a day. Add some strength training to get toned, situps, pushups, weightlifting. Mix it up until you find something you like. Dont forget .....

Steam your face regularly

34. Boil 1.5 liters (0.4USgal) of water until it is very hot. Pour the boiling water into a bowl as soon as you can, whilst it is still very hot. Move your face above the bowl of hot water and face it downwards (put a towel over your head for maximum benefit). Youll be able to feel a lot of heat getting to your face as if it is getting steamed. This is a very good method to reduce acne and any scars you have as the heat fights it back into your skin .....

Smile

35. Youll reveal a new you. Avoid drinking Pepsi,Coke etc. They stain your teeth giving your smile a yellow look. Brush brush brush! Many people believe in the value of practicing daily or regular gratitude. Counting your blessings can help to keep you positive and smiling. .....