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Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Rajasthan Oatmeal Hand Treatment

 This based on a recipe  acquired during my travels to northern India, where women commonly use oatmeal or almonds meal to soften thier hands.

2 tablespoons oatmeal or almond meal
1 egg yolk
1tablespoon honey
A few drops milk
r few dropss cidar vinegar

Combine all the ingredients to form a thick paste,adding just enough milk and vinegar to moisten the mixture. Apply to your hands,put on a pair of cotton gloves,and leave on overnight

Monday, September 20, 2010

Alpha-Hydroxy Acid: Fruit Peels

Alpha-Hydroxy Acids or AHA are a buzzword in the world of exfoliants. Like most"discoveries" AHAs in one form or other,have actually been used for centuries by such famous beauties as Cleopatra, whose flawless skin has been attributed to her passion for milk baths.The gentle exfoiliation of these fruit peels speed up cell renewal, leading to a healthier skin tone. You can try one of these ingredients,or mix and match with the liquids to find a formula that best suit your skin. These peels contain organic acids and can be used to help soften the appearance of wrinkles; minimize sun spots,age spots,and blemishes; and unclog pores.Do not expect miracles right away. Over time you will notice a difference.Make sure to test a small area first before applying to your whole face

Fruits: Mango,Orange,Apple,Papaya,Pear,Pineapple,Tomato,Grape,Lemon,Grapefruit
Liquids: Aged Milk,buttermilk,yogurt