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The correct facial skin care gives you a smooth, glowing skin. Spa facials are fun, but you can get the same great results at home without spending money. Start by washing your face clean and exfoliating, then steam and apply a mask to absorb debris from your pores. Finally, apply balancing water and moisturizer to help skin look supple and radiant.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Cleansing and exfoliating

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   Tie your hair back. Use a hair band, hair tie, or small metal clip to tie the hair (including bangs) back to reveal the entire face. This way, the hair will not interfere with the facial skin care process.

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   Wash your face with a gentle cleanser. Use your favorite face cleanser to remove makeup and wash your face. Use lukewarm water instead of cold or hot water, as warm water is the ideal temperature for delicate facial skin.
   • Make sure to rinse your makeup off before moving on.
   • If you want to try something new, you can use an oil cleanser. Apply almond oil, jojoba oil or olive oil to your face, then wash off with warm water. This is a great way to remove makeup without damaging the skin.

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   Use an exfoliating product or other ingredient. Accumulation of dead cells causes dull skin on the face. Exfoliating the skin to lighten skin is an important part of any skincare routine. Use your favorite exfoliating cream to gently exfoliate. If you don't have an exfoliating product, you can make your own by combining these simple ingredients:
   • 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon honey and 1 teaspoon milk
   • 1 teaspoon oatmeal, 1 teaspoon honey and 1 teaspoon olive oil
   • 1 teaspoon oatmeal, 1 teaspoon honey and 1 teaspoon water

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   Wash your face clean and pat dry. Wash your face one last time to remove all residue from the exfoliating product. You may need to use a washcloth soaked in warm water to remove the scrub around your eyes and nose. Finally, pat your face dry with a soft towel.

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   Face massage. Massage helps to increase circulation, making skin brighter and healthier. After cleansing, you can massage your face before moving on to the next skincare steps. Use your index and middle fingers to massage your face in a gentle circular motion.
   • Massage your forehead, starting from the center of your forehead and moving down to the temples.
   • Massage your nose and cheeks.
   • Massage the lips, chin, and jaw line.
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Part 2 of 3: Cleansing pores

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   Steam. Boil a small pot of water on the stove. Turn off the heat and then stand facing the top of the pot, while putting a towel over your head so that the steam is kept around your face. Steam your face for 5 minutes and you can open a towel to breathe when needed. A steam bath helps open up pores to prepare a mask that absorbs sediment.
   • For a more lavish experience, you can add a little essential oil to the water. This way, you can receive a steam bath while receiving aromatherapy. Try adding a few drops of lavender, lemongrass, rose, or grapefruit essential oil to water for a mental boost.
   • If you don't have essential oils, you can drop a few herbal tea bags in the water. Chamomile, peppermint and Chai teas all contain aromatic herbs.

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   Mask. The next step is to apply a mask to draw debris (eg dirt and dead cells) out of the pores. You can buy store-bought masks or make your own at home in a simple and fun way. Try one of the following masks:
   • For dry skin: mix 1 mashed banana with 1 teaspoon honey
   • For normal skin: mix 1 teaspoon of aloe vera with 1 teaspoon of honey
   • For oily skin: mix 1 teaspoon of clay (skin care type) with 1 teaspoon of honey
   • For all skin types: use pure honey with antibacterial and moisturizing properties suitable for all skin types.

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   Apply mask for 15 minutes. Spread the mask evenly over the skin, then wait for it to work. During that time, you can take care of your eyes. Lie down, close your eyes and apply 2 slices of cucumber to your eyes. If you don't have cucumbers, you can use 2 chilled tea bags.

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   Wash your face clean and pat dry. Use warm water to remove all residue from the mask. Be sure to wash the honey around your eyes and nose because the remaining honey feels quite greasy. advertisement

Part 3 of 3: Balancing skin and moisturizing it with water

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   Apply homemade homemade skin balancers. Balancing water helps to brighten the skin and restore the skin's balance. You can purchase a skin balancer from the store or use a skin balancer that is available at home. Try one of these skin balancers:
   • 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar mixed with 1 teaspoon of water
   • 1 tablespoon water of hazelnuts mixed with 1 teaspoon of water
   • 1 teaspoon of rose water mixed with 1 teaspoon of water

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   Finish with moisturizer. The final step is to apply a moisturizer that is appropriate for your skin type. Moisturizers help prevent dry skin and keep the facial skin nourishing effective. Look for an alcohol-free moisturizer, as alcohol can dry out skin quickly.
   • If you want to use an all-natural home moisturizer, try Argan, Almond, or Jojoba Oil.
   • Aloe vera is another great natural moisturizer with healing properties. Aloe vera is especially helpful if your skin is recovering from a sunburn.

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   Wait a few hours after applying makeup. It is advisable to wait a bit before starting your normal makeup routine to give your facial skin time to recover and to enjoy the full benefits of the skin care process. Makeup products often contain alcohol and a variety of chemicals. So, applying makeup right after exfoliating and clearing pores can cause irritation. advertisement

Advice

• Do not scrub your face too hard when exfoliating to avoid irritating the skin.

What you need

• Cleanser
• Facial scrubs
• Pot of water
• Face mask
• Water balances the skin
• Moisturizer
• Towels