Try it, you'll like it, your own homemade Night Gel for Oily Skin,
Skin Blemishes and Acne
Pimples and other blemishes can be indications that oil glands are
overactive or that sebaceous (oil producing) glands are clogged.
Oily skin - blessing or curse? Oily skin ages much slower but also
tends to develop blemishes more easily. If you have oily skin and are
prone to breakouts there are a number of natural remedies that can
control and regulate the skin's production of oil.
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Daily Ritual Tip:
If you have acne, it may help to change your pillowcase daily to
keep it free of bacteria. Such strict hygiene will help protect
against renewed outbreaks. |
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Night Gel Recipe
Night Gel
For Oily skin
2 tsp. evening primrose oil
2 tbsp. aloe-vera gel
1 tsp. witch hazel
4 drops lemon essential oil
For acne
2 tsp. evening primrose oil
2 tbsp. aloe vera gel
1 tsp witch hazel
4 drops thyme essential oil
4 drops spike-lavender essential oil
Follow these directions to make both the oily skin and the night
gels: Put all of the ingredients in a 2 oz. dark glass bottle; cap
and shake to blend. If you are using aloe vera gel from a plant, you
can refrigerate the night gel for up to 1 week, but then you must
discard it. If the aloe-vera gel is store bought, the night gel will
keep in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
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Care Tips
- Acne also can be caused by fluctuating hormones, stress, certain
medications, food allergies and a diet high in fat. Determine if
your outbreak is due to one of these factors and use the night gel
for quick acne relief.
- To prevent further aggravation of your existing pimples, keep your
hands scrupulously clean and away from your face. Resist the urge to
squeeze or pick at acne, which could further inflame an outbreak and
result in permanent scarring or pitting. Other basic tips are
keeping your hair clean and away from your face; and sanitizing your
telephone daily to remove bacteria that can help promote acne
infection on your jaw line.
- Many commercial-care products for oily skin contain isopropyl
alcohol, benzoyl peroxide and acetone, all of which excessively
strip the skin of surface oil. In addition, these products can
dehydrate the skin, which in turn, causes the skin to produce even
more oil to make up for the deficit.
Witch Hazel for Skin Blemishes
Pimples and other blemishes can be indications that
oil glands are overactive or that sebaceous (oil producing) glands
are clogged. A flare-up can be uncomfortable and take time to heal.
A witch hazel-tincture has mild anti-inflammatory and analgesic
effects, and will help freshen your skin, reduce excess oil and
tighten pores. Dab affected areas with the tincture daily. |
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Application:
Thoroughly clean and dry your face, throat and neck.
Pour a nickel sized amount of gel into your palm, and then smooth it
over your skin. Let the gel penetrate for five minutes before
applying any other skin products. Use the gel at night, when your
skin is at rest, protected from pollutants and free from makeup.
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Ingredient
Benefits:
Essential oils for for acne:
Thyme, lemon and yarrow essential oils are germicidal and anti-inflammatory,
and have a healing effect on acne. Mix 10 drops each of these oils
with 8 ounces of witch hazel. Saturate a cotton ball and apply to
the face, neck, chest or back three times daily to disinfect the
skin and remove oil. Store in a dark glass bottle and shake well
before using.
Evening primrose oil to reduce inflammation: Skin that tends to develop blemishes may have a
deficiency in gamma
linolenic acid (GLA). As a result, pores tend to become clogged with
debris. Evening primrose oil is rich in GLA and also has a natural
anti-inflammatory action on the skin. Taken either internally
(follow label directions) or applied externally, this oil helps
reduce acne inflammation and encourages the skin to remain moist and
soft.
Sunshine for blemishes:
Unprotected exposure to the sun (without sunscreen) can help heal
blemishes and stimulate the production of vitamin D in the skin.
However, limit your exposure to 2-4 times a week for no longer than
15 minutes. Choose time before10:30 AM or 4 PM, when the suns rays
are not strong.
Note: Excessive sun exposure can cause long term
damage to the skin, which can result in skin cancer. Avoid any
prolonged exposure to sunlight.
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