Many beauty gurus live by the belief that if you cannot eat it, it should not go on your skin. Many models maintain flawless skin because of strict diets consisting of fresh, organic foods. If you would like to improve your look, consider the idea of incorporating ingredients that are more natural into your beauty routine.
1. Butters
Shea butter is one of the most popular body butters that many people love because of its moisturizing properties. If you’ve ever purchased raw shea butter, you’ll know that it’s extremely thick. Shea butter is cool because you can customize it to your liking. Melt the shea butter down to a liquid with the use of a double burner. Then, add in your favorite essential oils and carrier oils. Extra virgin olive oil and almond oil are popular favorites for the skin. Essential oils like lemon, lavender and bergamot will work perfectly in the mix. Once you have the blend you’re looking for, allow it to cool. Then, use an electric mixer to churn it into a whipped cream. By this point, it’ll become a rich, emollient butter for you to use on your skin and it can replace some of the lotions you use with synthetic ingredients.
2. Product Lines
If creating your own butter sounds like too much work, consider purchasing products that contain a ton of natural ingredients. Botanical hair care lines tend to include ingredients like aloe vera, Vitamin E oil and other beneficial ingredients. Always read the labels to know what’s in your products. It’s fair to say that if the product is on the shelf, there will be a certain amount of preservatives in it. However, preservatives aren’t always bad. Vitamin E is a natural preserving agent. Just do your research to find the ones that are best for you and your needs.
3. Soaps
If you struggle with acne and hyperpigmentation, a turmeric soap can help you tremendously. If your skin is naturally dry, raw African black soap can do wonders. Whether a soap comes in powder form or a typical bar, know that there are many natural soaps that can cure a host of ailments and make your skin glow.