Homemade Facial Cleansing To Rejuvenate Skin

Facial cleansing is one of the basic steps of any beauty routine, by means of which make-up remains and other residues that stick to the skin are eliminated due to its constant exposure to all kinds of pollutants.

The skin of the complexion is very delicate and requires daily cleaning to stay young, healthy and radiant. However, such cleaning should not be excessive and must be done correctly so as not to affect the natural oils of the skin.

Although it seems easy to do a facial, it is very important to take into account some aspects to carry it out in the best way and making the most of all its benefits.

This time we share a type of homemade facial cleansing that includes ingredients that help rejuvenate the skin.

How often should you wash your face?

It depends on the exposure your skin has had during the day’s activities. For example, if you have been out on the street for a while, it is best to wash your face when you get home and use a moisturizer.

It is also advisable to wash your face  after playing sports, sweating a lot or using makeup.

How should you do a proper facial cleansing?

To wash your skin, keep in mind the following recommendations :

• Choose 100% natural soaps, whether they are honey, oatmeal, aloe or the one you like, since despite the lack of scientific evidence, it is said that cheap toilet soaps contain detergents that can be aggressive with the skin.
• Use soap only once a day and, the rest of the time, wash your face with oatmeal water, which is also used in facial care products and is supported by a pharmaceutical study from the Complutense University. To prepare it, you just have to soak two tablespoons of oatmeal in a glass of water.

• Once or twice a week, exfoliate yourself to help remove dead cells and other impurities that accumulate on the skin.

Exfoliate your face to keep it clean

There are many exfoliating products on the market that can help you cleanse the skin in depth and leave it completely renewed.

However, if you are not convinced by commercial products and you prefer those of natural origin, prepare your own scrub by following this recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon granulated oats
• ½ tablespoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons flaked oats
• Yogurt until you get a somewhat consistent paste (that is not liquid)

How to prepare it?

First, mix all the ingredients to form a paste. Then, apply it on the skin of the face with gentle circular massages.

For more comfort you can do it while you are in the shower.

Interior cleaning

We almost always worry about the exterior cleaning of the skin, without taking into account that sometimes it is important to clean it from the inside.

It is said, despite the lack of scientific evidence, that when the blood or intestines are contaminated by toxins and fats, the skin suffers by looking pale, dull and dry.

Therefore, to start detoxifying the skin from the inside,  you can include the following foods in your diet:

Vegetable juices

Vegetable juices are ideal to help cleanse the intestines and blood, and improve their function.

This is demonstrated by a scientific article from the Jornadas de Investigación Magazine:

Since they are a rich source of antioxidants and nutrients, they help prevent skin breakdown by stopping the action of free radicals.

Among the best vegetable juices for the skin are:

• carrot
• parsley and celery
• beetroot
• cucumber
• alfalfa
• aloe vera (aloe vera)

Fruit juices

Fruits contain antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, so they can help protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals, as well as help to regenerate it.

The ideal is to consume this type of juice in the morning to take advantage of all its benefits during the rest of the day.

In addition, it is preferable to make them at home since fruit juices with many sugars according to an article in the Medical Bulletin of the Hospital Infantil de México, would not be very nutritious.

Among the recommended juices are:

• blueberries
• Apple
• papaya
• grape
• banana
• citrus

See: Tasty natural fruit juices: the best option

Drink enough water

Daily water consumption is very important to keep your skin clean and young. Thanks to hydration, the skin can regenerate and keep its elasticity balanced.

According to popular belief, it is advisable to drink at least 8 glasses of water a day for a youthful complexion and a clean body. However, experts point out that the most ideal thing would be to drink when you are thirsty and do it with 5-6 glasses of water a day.

Final recommendations for facial cleansing

• Exercise:  Both facial exercises and full-body routines contribute to a younger, cleaner complexion. Through this habit many toxins are eliminated and thanks to this the skin regenerates easily.

• Facial  massages : Massages in different parts of the face help to stimulate circulation and eliminate toxins that affect the health of the skin.