DIY Natural Cleanser -Honey & Oats

Rather than purchasing drugstore cleansers for $8+, its even more affordable and beneficial for your skin if you made it yourself. If you want clear, clean and moisturizing skin without the harsh chemicals just simply get the ingredients at the grocery store. All you will need is oatmeal and honey. This homemade natural cleanser will last you for a long time versus a typical cleanser that you will purchase at the drugstore.

You can also use this as a mask just by leaving it on for 30 minutes.You will automatically notice smoother skin. This cleanser/mask will not strip away your skin but rather it will leave it moisturized. If you  have acne prone skin, the ingredient of honey is actually antibacterial and the oats will decrease the redness in your skin.

Use:
1 tsp honey
1 tsp oats
1 tsp water

You can use more or less of the ingredients as long as the consistency is not water down and good texture that will allow you to apply it on your face.

It might be a little messy, but it is good for your health and skin :-)

If you do decide to try this, make sure you have a strainer in the sink because you don't want to clog the pipes. 

Fresh "Natural" Skincare

As of this New Year, why not bring a fresh new outlook and also a fresh face. Throughout my life I have been trying to figure out what are the best skincare products out there for my skin type (oily/combination). After trying high-end products and amongst other drugstore products. I have finally took a hold of a more natural route instead. With all the money spent, I am glad to find a natural alternative. The main reason for this switch was when I  tried out the Lancome Genifique serum. This is an amazing product, but it is way too pricey. Once I stopped using it, my skin went back to the way it was. I can not rely on this product for long-term especially when it would put a hole in my pocket. With all these unreadable ingredients it must not be good for your skin, it may only give you short-term results.
 
After doing some research and reading reviews, there are more "natural" skincare products out there that are less harmful and provide you with long term results. Let alone you understand the ingredients that they put in. For those who are looking for a more affordable solution like I am, I would recommend Yes to Tomatoes for those who are oily/combination. For other skin types the "Yes to" brand offers other natural solutions.

Any drugstore location would have this brand, but for price-conscious individuals you can purchase this skincare line at Target or order online at drugstore.com where you can earn cash back and generally they would have it as a Sale item. Target runs for $14.99 and at the moment drugstore.com is $11.99.

Have a wonderful New Year and hope you give Yes To a try because has done wonders for me.