How to have great skin on a budget

How much money have you spent on expensive face creams, anti aging serums and fancy face masks? Hundreds I bet. Having great skin does not have to ruin your pocket at all! However, IF you have a skin condition, please seek medical help from a dermatologist. Tips expressed in this post are not meant to “treat” or “cure” skin conditions. 

I remember in my 20’s trying to buy the next best thing of skin care products at the pharmacy since I couldn’t afford the expensive “good” products. However, they did not worked for me, maybe for some people they did. But then I realized products like those are filled with harmful chemicals, sure they can “fix” something, but then you need to buy 3 other things for it to “all work”, sounds like a scam huh? 

So what can you do to have a soft clear skin? Well the answer is, go to your kitchen!! What? Yes, you can make simple natural skin care recipes with things you already have, and if not, things you can find super cheap at the supermarket. 

What things on your kitchen can you use for your skin? Well, from honey, oatmeal, cinnamon, yogurt, lemon, coffee and so much more. Keep in mind if you are vegan, avoid animal derived ingredients. 

Here are a few recipes you can make today!! 

Simple recipe for a natural lip scrub:

Ingredients:

1. 1 tsp brown sugar
2. 1 tsp honey

Instructions: 

1. Mix and rub on lips for a few seconds. 
2. Leave on for about 5-10 minutes. 

And the best part? You can eat it! Do this 1-2 times a week for soft lips! I like to also do it right before I wear lipstick, which is once in a blue moon. 

*Honey has many benefits for the face, it is full of antioxidants, antiseptic and antibacterial properties plus hydrates skin all day long! 

Simple aloe face mask to soothe skin: 

Ingredients:

1. 2 fresh aloe leaves
2. 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
3. 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
4. 1 tsp raw honey

Instructions:

1. Peel the aloe leaves (careful with the spikes!) and put on a blender with the rest of the ingredients. (You will get a thick slimy gel)
2. Use a cotton ball or brush to apply to skin and neck. 
3. Leave for 10-15 minutes
4. Remove with water

• Tip: You can refrigerate for a few hours; the cold gel will feel awesome on your skin!

Aloe is one of my favorite plants, it can be used for everything! Hair, skin, and you can drink it! Aloe moisturizes, heals, has anti-aging properties and so much more! Stay tuned for another blog post about all the properties and a bunch of uses for aloe!

Simple coffee scrub: 

1. 2 tbsp of coffee (you can use used coffee grounds)
2. ½ tsp of cinnamon (optional)
3. 2 tbsp coconut oil
4. 2 tbsp brown sugar

Instructions: 

1. Mix everything.
2. Rub on face and body.
3. Remove with warm water. 

Tip:

* If you have acne prone skin you can substitute the coconut oil for another oil of your choice.

*I prefer to rub this scrub right after I take a shower, before going to bed. 

Coffee has many calming effects on skin, specially helps reduce bags under your eyes. It also has anti-aging benefits and reduces inflammation. 

These are some simple tips to have beautiful awesome skin without spending a bunch of money on harmful chemicals! Stay tuned for more information about natural skin care recipes and routines. Visit our FB and IG page Habonica for more information!