The soothing properties of basil

Hello everyone!

As you know, I strongly believe in using natural ingredients for DIY hair and skincare recipes.  Today’s post is about  basil; a perfect active ingredient for acne prone skin.

Basil is known for its soothing and toning properties, and can calm down blemishes and irritated skin.

Ingredients:

• Fresh basil leaves
• Boiling water

 Method 1: Toner

1. Steep a handful of basil leaves in a cup of boiling water for 10 to 20 minutes.
2. Remove leaves, cool the basil tea.
3. Apply toner to your problem areas with a cotton ball.
4. Keep the toner refrigerated and discard once it becomes cloudy.

 You could also use organic basil tea.

Method 2: Facial steaming

1. Steam your face over a bowl of hot water combined with a small handful of basil leaves, for about 10 minutes.  
2. If your skin is very oily, squeeze half a lemon/lime into it.  
3. Follow up with a face mask or splash cold water/toner on your face, or gently rub an ice cube wrapped in a towel over your face to close the pores.

 Tip:

Treating acne with basil is not for everyone.  The herb may occasionally cause allergic reactions (skin rashes) when applied topically.  Always  patch test  before using basil on your face. 

• Dab a small amount of "basil tea" on the pulse of your wrist or the crook of your elbow.
• Leave it unwashed for a period of 24- 48 hours.
• Watch for signs of an allergic reaction. (redness or rash)

XOXO

Euphrasie85

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