21 Ways to Take Care of Skin Naturally and Traditionally
Unfortunately, choosing the wrong cosmetics not only causes skin problems in the short term,
but, can also cause skin problems in the long term and sustainable.
Well, so that these risks can be minimized You can try 21 tips for caring for the
skin using natural ingredients that are processed in the following traditional ways.
1. Drink at least 2 liters of water per day
The best way to treat skin first is to diligently drink water, at least 2 liters per day.
This amount must be outside the liquid intake from vegetables and fruits.
Why do we need so much water every day?
Like other organs in our body, the skin is made of cells that need water to function properly.
With water, the skin’s moisture will be maintained, water will help to increase skin elasticity,
can help the skin become more youthful; can help reduce skin problems such as psoriasis,
fine lines or wrinkles, and eczema; helps eliminate toxins from the skin and in the body,
and helps increase metabolism and facilitate the digestive system.
2. Exercise regularly at least 5 days a week
Many people believe that exercise only has a positive effect on body health.
Like the health of internal organs, starting from the heart, lungs, to help minimize disease and increase body immunity.
Though diligent in moving or exercising is one of the keys to healthy skin.
According to a dermatologist named Ellen Marmur, MD, a professor of Skin Dermatology at Mount Sinai
School of Medicine, at the same time wrote a book entitled: Simple Skin Beauty:
Every Woman’s Guide to a Lifetime of Healthy, Gorgeous Skin, said
that, most of us tend focus on cardiovascular benefits when doing physical activities (exercise).
In fact, exercise or exercise can also help improve blood circulation and help maintain healthy skin and help reduce stress.
How can exercise have a positive impact on skin health?
Still according to Ellen Marmur, exercise will increase blood flow which serves to maintain skin cells and keep them healthy.
Smooth blood will bring oxygen and nutrients better; and then distribute it throughout the body –
including the skin. Not only that, smooth blood will help the body get rid of toxins and waste causing various skin problems to the maximum.
3. Make sure you rest enough every day
According to a certified sleep specialist named Michael
Breus, PhD, getting enough sleep or rest is between 7-9 hours per ma
night is needed by the skin to help regenerate cells.
The impact of regular rest and deep sleep every night is that wrinkles on the skin are reduced,
the skin becomes more radiant, brighter, healthier and smoother.
Here are recipes or ways to make healthy natural face soaps to treat skin to be beautiful and charming.
Materials that need to be prepared
3/4 cup of chamomile tea that has been brewed and then filtered
1/4 cup of liquid soap
1/2 tsp (teaspoon) of almond oil
3-4 drops of vitamin E oil
8 drops of lavender essential oil
How to make
Provide a container (bottle) that can hold all the ingredients above.
Then add liquid soap, almond oil, vitamin E oil, and essential oils.
Then add (distilled) chamomile tea
Stir until well blended
The natural face soap is ready to use
6. Exfoliate regularly
Although our body can lift and replace dead skin cells themselves when we sleep,
but unfortunately, not all dead skin cells are lifted from the skin.
That’s what causes why facial skin becomes oily, looks dull, darker than it should be, and often has problems (pimples).
So that dead skin cells can be lifted perfectly, we must help lift it by exfoliating.
Use natural ingredients such as sugar or salt to remove dead skin cells a maximum of 2 times a month.
Sea salt is rich in minerals and nutrients such as magnesium, sodium, calcium, and potassium.
Apart from being useful as a natural exfoliator, sea salt is also useful to help maintain skin balance,
protect skin from various diseases, and help maintain skin.
7. Massage
The main benefit of massage is to promote blood circulation in the body so
that nutrients and oxygen can be distributed evenly to all cells, including to skin cells.
Perform massage regularly (once a week) starting from the toe to the tip of the head
to help facilitate blood in the body and to maintain healthy skin.
8. Take advantage of pure coconut oil
Coconut oil is a versatile traditional ingredient that is very good for enhancing beauty and skin care.
The benefit is to strengthen the skin’s epidermal tissue, help remove dead skin cells,
protect the skin from sunburn; contains antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal; and contains antioxidant properties.
Coconut oil can be used as a skin moisturizer which can also function as a protector for
the skin against chronic diseases such as inflammation and atopic dermatitis.
9. Raw honey
Raw honey is the best traditional ingredient that contains nutrients, enzymes, and vitamins.
Useful for increasing the skin’s beauty and also useful for:
Moisturize the skin
Speed up the wound healing process
Helps fight allergies and rashes
Contains quality antiseptics
Helps disguise scars
If you are interested in using honey as a traditional skin care product –
which you can make at home, you can try following the tips below:
Provide 1 tsp (teaspoon) of raw honey
Wipe evenly on the arms and facial skin
Leave for 10 minutes
Rinse with warm water
Dry it
10. Avocados
Mature avocados contain lots of vitamins. Starting from vitamins A, D, and E.
In addition, avocados are also rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
Avocados can be used as a skin mask that serves to help nourish and
hydrate the skin so that the skin becomes smoother, more supple, and more radiant.
11. Lemon water
If you are interested in brightening the skin or overcoming black spots on the face,
causing the face to look dull or dark, you can use lemon water.
In order not to be too hard, you should mix lemon water with plain water,
then apply it to the entire skin of the face. But remember!
the use of lemon water to whiten the skin is not recommended for sensitive skin.
The tip, to deal with stains, apply lemon water only to black stains or scars.
12. Aloe vera plant
Aloe vera plant, better known by the name Aloe Vera, is certainly no stranger to your ears, right?
Given the various benefits for health and beauty.
Aloe vera, which contains anti-bacterial properties, has anti-inflammatory properties and
can help overcome various skin problems such as hives or rashes, is the best traditional ingredient for treating skin
and is useful for dealing with various skin problems such as infections and burns.
13. Jojoba oil
If you have jojoba oil at home, use it to treat your skin. The main function of this oil is to moisturize the skin and help
help heal burns, ordinary wounds, disguise scars, treat dermatitis, psoriasis, so that it can also be used to treat acne and wrinkles.
14. Almond oil
The main benefits of almond oil are to treat rashes, zits, and dry skin.
How to use it is very simple, you can use it as a mask or lotion in your spare time.
15. Bengkoang
Since long ago, Bengkoang juice was known as one of the best natural ingredients for whitening the skin.
If you want to have bright and healthy skin, you must include bengkoang into your skin care routine. The way to use it is:
Finely mash or grated bengkoang then take the water. You can also use a blender if you don’t want to bother.
Apply the water to the entire body and face
Let stand a few moments before washing
You can also mix it with grated bengkoang for use as a natural scrub
16. Cucumber
Cucumber is very good for keeping the skin looking fresh and not dull.
Another benefit is to overcome skin pigmentation and help eliminate black circles around the eyes or
what we are more familiar with the term panda. How to use it:
Mash the cucumber then squeeze and take the water
Apply the cucumber water from the juice to the entire surface of the skin on your body
Let stand for 30 minutes
Wash and wash as usual
17. Potatoes
Potatoes contain lots of antioxidants which are very good for skin health.
The main benefit is to whiten the face and skin naturally. How to use it:
Peel the potatoes then boil and mash until smooth
Add 2 tablespoons (tablespoons) of skim milk
Stir until it forms a paste
Apply throughout the body
Let stand for 30 minutes
Clean and rinse with cold water
18. Milk
If you want to have chewy, wrinkle-free skin, you should consider milk as one of your skin care rituals.
Milk that is known to contain lots of vitamin D, is very useful for increasing skin collagen production. How to use it:
Provide 1 cup of fresh milk then mix with 4 tablespoons (tablespoons) of honey.
Then, apply it throughout the body and let it sit for 30 minutes before cleaning and rinsing
19. Use natural eye cream
Why do you need eye cream?
Eye creams are useful to moisturize the eye area and help fight wrinkles or signs of aging.
How to make:
Provide a ripe banana then blend with a fork
Add 1 tsp (teaspoon) plain yogurt
Mix well until blended
Apply around the eyes and let stand for 20 minutes before cleaning
20. Use natural lip moisturizer
If you have relied on lip balm to moisturize your lips,
you can replace it with homemade lip balm. How to make:
The material you need
10 drops of lemon water or lavender essential oil
1 tbsp (tablespoon) of almond oil
2 tablespoons (tablespoons) of coconut oil
1.5 tbsp (tablespoons) of beeswax
Used lip balm bottle
How to make
Warm the ingredients above (except essential oils) with low heat to melt
Remove from the heater, then add essential oil
Put the ingredients into your used lip balm bottle, then let it cool.
Now, your natural lip balm is ready for use
21. Use natural facial serum to keep the skin young
If you have had a hard time spending money to buy a face serum that is expensive and
can only get a few milliliters, you can consider making your own face serum,
which benefits, can also make your face and skin stay young.
The cost is certainly much cheaper when compared to products sold on the market.
How to make?
Materials needed and how to make them
Provide three grains of vitamin C (crush)
Add 2 tablespoons (tablespoons) of rose water
Add 1 tsp (teaspoon) of olive oil
Mix well
You can use the vitamin C serum above to remove acne scars,
brighten the skin, ward off free radicals, and prevent premature aging.
Tips to look beautiful with healthy skin
