Ananda Mahony
NaomiSkin Detoxification
January 28th 2008 00:37
Link: www.vitalenatural.com.au
Clear your complexion
Looking in the mirror do you see healthy glowing skin, or skin that could do with an overhaul? Black circles, puffy eyes, congested pores, lumps & bumps, dull skin, an oily T-zone? All of these could be signs your skin is congested and not detoxifying properly.
There is lots you can do to promote healthy, more alive looking skin and effective skin detoxification.
Number 1 Rule:
1. Drink more water. Try to drink at least 6-8 glasses of pure, filtered water per day. Ideally start the day with the juice of half a lemon squeezed into 300mls of warm water. This will promote liver and bowel detoxification which will take the burden from the skin.
Other important tips:
2. Exfoliate your skin. Exfoliation encourages the removal of built up dead cells on the surface of the skin. If left the skin can look dull and congested. The dead skin cells can also fall into the pores which may promote blackheads and open pores. Use a gentle facial exfoliant twice a week. One that contains ingredients such as oats, pink clay and finely ground cinnamon would be ideal.
3. Salt Scrubs or baths. Salt encourages the elimination of toxins by drawing the toxins out of the cells. Salt scrubs and salt baths will also assist with the elimination of excess fluid. Look for salt scrubs that contain essential oils such as kelp, juniperberry, grapefruit or coffee as they promote detoxification.
4. Mineral Masks. Clays are powerful skin detoxifying agents. Green clay is the most drawing and detoxifying of all and will penetrate to deeper layers of the skin and help eliminate toxins. Other ingredients such as manuka honey and calendula can be included to help reduce inflammation and promote healing
5. Facial Steam baths. Steam baths open up the pores of the skin and which assists with the removal of toxins. Blends of herbal teas can be used for this purpose. Horsetail, lavender flowers, lemongrass and red clover are key skin detoxifying herbs. Add the tea to a bowl of hot water and allow the steam to flow over the face. Follow with the use of a mineral clay mask to really help eliminate toxins from the skin.
Try out these skin detoxification ideas yourself and notice the difference in your skin. For even more benefit, detox on the inside as well!
Ananda Mahony ND is a naturopath and holistic skin specialist. Her practice focuses on the treatment of skin conditions. Ananda also owns Vitale Natural Skin & Body Care, a natural & organic skin care store in Paddington. www.vitalenatural.com.au
Looking in the mirror do you see healthy glowing skin, or skin that could do with an overhaul? Black circles, puffy eyes, congested pores, lumps & bumps, dull skin, an oily T-zone? All of these could be signs your skin is congested and not detoxifying properly.
There is lots you can do to promote healthy, more alive looking skin and effective skin detoxification.
Number 1 Rule:
1. Drink more water. Try to drink at least 6-8 glasses of pure, filtered water per day. Ideally start the day with the juice of half a lemon squeezed into 300mls of warm water. This will promote liver and bowel detoxification which will take the burden from the skin.
Other important tips:
2. Exfoliate your skin. Exfoliation encourages the removal of built up dead cells on the surface of the skin. If left the skin can look dull and congested. The dead skin cells can also fall into the pores which may promote blackheads and open pores. Use a gentle facial exfoliant twice a week. One that contains ingredients such as oats, pink clay and finely ground cinnamon would be ideal.
3. Salt Scrubs or baths. Salt encourages the elimination of toxins by drawing the toxins out of the cells. Salt scrubs and salt baths will also assist with the elimination of excess fluid. Look for salt scrubs that contain essential oils such as kelp, juniperberry, grapefruit or coffee as they promote detoxification.
4. Mineral Masks. Clays are powerful skin detoxifying agents. Green clay is the most drawing and detoxifying of all and will penetrate to deeper layers of the skin and help eliminate toxins. Other ingredients such as manuka honey and calendula can be included to help reduce inflammation and promote healing
5. Facial Steam baths. Steam baths open up the pores of the skin and which assists with the removal of toxins. Blends of herbal teas can be used for this purpose. Horsetail, lavender flowers, lemongrass and red clover are key skin detoxifying herbs. Add the tea to a bowl of hot water and allow the steam to flow over the face. Follow with the use of a mineral clay mask to really help eliminate toxins from the skin.
Try out these skin detoxification ideas yourself and notice the difference in your skin. For even more benefit, detox on the inside as well!
Ananda Mahony ND is a naturopath and holistic skin specialist. Her practice focuses on the treatment of skin conditions. Ananda also owns Vitale Natural Skin & Body Care, a natural & organic skin care store in Paddington. www.vitalenatural.com.au
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