How To Make Your Own Organic Beauty Treatments Using Milk
Are you aware that milk is a fantastic skincare ingredient? That's right; this ancient beauty secret is rich in AHAs (alpha-hydroxy acids), which promote exfoliation. In addition, lactic acid, a natural skin exfoliant. It's also a fantastic anti-inflammatory.
Milk also consists of high levels of Vitamin A, D, and E. So seeing as this wonder ingredient is probably sitting in your fridge already, why don't you give a few of these recipes a whirl:
Milk Gentle Cleanser
This gentle Oatmeal Cleanser is an excellent alternative to harsh soap.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Whole Organic Milk or Soymilk
- 1⁄2 cup Whole Organic Oats
- 1 tablespoon Organic Honey
Directions:
Mix all of the parts for at least 2 minutes. The mixture should have a creamy consistency. Then, with a funnel, pour the mixture into an air-tight container. Store in the refrigerator.
To use: Place a small amount in the palm of your hand, then gently massage it into your skin. Use lukewarm water to rinse and pat dry.
Milk And Honey Bath Soak
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of organic milk
- 2 tbsp of organic honey
Directions:
Pour both milk and honey into a warm bath before stepping into the water.
Soak for at least 20 minutes. Enjoy!
Milk and Honey Facial Scrub
Ingredients:
- 3 tbsp organic milk (choose whole milk for drier skin)
- 3 tbsp organic honey
- 1 Teaspoon, raw organic oatmeal, crumbled
Directions:
Blend the ingredients for about 2 minutes. A thick paste should form.
Next, massage a small amount on a freshly washed face for about a minute. Rinse with lukewarm water and dab dry.
Nail Strengthener
Ingredients:- 1 cup of organic milk
- microwave-safe bowl
Directions:
Place the liquid in the bowl and heat it on high for 30 seconds in your microwave. Make sure that it does not boil/burn (you'll notice a funky smell). It should smell sweet and be warm to the touch.
After washing your hands, dry them off with a towel and place your fingers/hands in the bowl of milk. Leave them there for 5 minutes.
After you finish, your nails will be stronger. They will look beautiful, glossy, and your hands will be softer.
Milk Makeup Remover
Ingredients:
- Almond Oil
- Whole organic milk
Directions:
In a glass vessel, add a few drops of almond oil. With a cotton ball, apply to the face. Remove with a fresh cotton ball. Then rinse your face with lukewarm water.
Article Contributed by Danielle Winters
Organic Natural Beauty Directory Founder
Thank you to Campaign for Safe Cosmetics.org for this information.