In keeping with my desire to eliminate micro-plastics, chemicals and things I can't pronounce from my daily routines, it became necessary for my to start making my beauty products at home. Not only did this simplify my whole routine, it saves me money and ensures I know exactly what I'm putting on my skin! I'm 35 now and I've always had difficult skin. Sometimes its dry, sometimes it's oily. Sometimes it comes out in blemishes. At certain times of the month, my hormones send it into some sort of panicked combination of all of them! I also used to use lots of make up, make-up removers, toners, cleansers, moisturizers, scrubs and face-masks. Not only did they cost a small fortune, I was never convinced I looked any healthier for it. I'm now committed to keeping it simple and keeping it natural.
Witch Hazel is a natural astringent and is great for balancing oily skin. It also heals and soothes minor irritations, so is beneficial for problem skins. Rose water awakens tired skin and cleanse pores, removing residual make up along the way.
This simple toner contains only two ingredients and acts a cleanser in my morning and evening routines. I only wear make up a few times a week, but when I do I use coconut oil to remove it before washing with a handmade natural, mild soap. I then apply the toner. If I've not been wearing make up, I tend just to wash with water and finish of with the toner.
As ever, it's cheaper if you can afford to buy in bulk. However, if you're just having a go, these ingredients you could get from local chemists and supermarkets. You will need:
- Rose Water (the best quality you can afford. Make sure it's made from genuine rose oil and not a synthetic essence)
- Pure Distilled Witch Hazel (Hamamelis Water)
- Reuseable Glass Bottle
Because I am now making a lot of my own products I have bought a selection of glass bottles and jars online. I get mine, along with many of my supplies, from Baldwins as they stock a good selection of sizes at reasonable prices, though you can get them from many retailers.
To make this cleansing toner, simply fill your bottle one third full with the rose water and fill the remaining two thirds with the witch hazel. Store somewhere cool and dark.
To use, just apply a little of the toner to a cotton pad and gently wipe over your face. Avoid the eye area and do not apply to broken skin! If you've never used either ingredient before, test on an inconspicuous area first. Although rare, some people are allergic to witch hazel and you don't want to find this out after using on your whole face. Should you present any adverse reactions or accidentally swallow the toner seek medical advice immediately!
The best way to keep skin looking good is to reduce the toxins in your body by eating healthily and drinking lots of water! Avoid wearing make up every day. It's okay on occasion, but it does clog your pores and affects to youthfulness of skin. Keep your beauty routines simple and avoid loads of different products all doing different things. They all contain chemicals (even manufactured ones branded as 'natural' for the most part) and they're all asking different things of your skin. Next time you're in your bathroom take a look what you're using. Do you know what those ingredients actually are? If not, why would you want them on your skin and in your body? I'll be sharing more of my homemade alternatives soon, so join my blog for more natural beauty tips coming soon!
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