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by Dinesh Kotecha

The face takes top place in for nice natural most skincare programmes.

Try these recipes that really work. Using everyday ingredients, they don't cost the Earth!

1) Keeping it Clean

Effective cleansing can make more difference than expensive creams. Chamomile tea works really well, and is used by beauty therapists. It can be used  warm or cold, making it excellent for year round use. Suitable for most sensitive and delicate skin-types. Steep a chamomile flower tea bag for five minutes. Remove the bag and use immediately, or after allowing it to cool.

2) Cool as a cucumber

The humble cucumber is an excellent ingredient for face  treatments. It is cooling and softening. It moisturises the skin, and it is excellent for sunburn. This simple recipe is common in Asian spas. Skin and blend the cucumber to a pulp. Add 5 drops of pure essential oil (Lavender, Rose Chamomile, Geranium are all good). You can add Aloe Vera or Honey for added effect. Use immediately, and leave on for 30 minutes. 

3) Go for the Scrub 

Exfoliation is all the rage right now. For the face, keep it gentle. You want to remove dead cells, and impurities - without harm to the protective sebum layer or healthy skin. 

This recipe works really well. Take a handful of oatmeal and mix it with a table spoon of natural yoghurt and a teaspoon of olive oil. For added luxury try a drop of essential oil - Sandalwood, Frankincense, Rose all work wonders on the face. Use immediately in a scrubbing  action, leave for five minutes before cleansing thoroughly. 

4) An Apple a week… 

…keeps your face at its peak! This recipe will 'iron' your skin. Peel and core an apple, then blend it with a spoonful each of honey and rosewater. Use this mix to cover the face and décolleté area for about 10 to 15 minutes. 

5) Carrot and Papaya mask 

The problem with this recipe is that you might be tempted to eat it! Mash up one large papaya, juice 2 large carrots and a spoonful of honey. Mix well and apply to the face. 
Leave for 20 minutes. 

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