A pure and natural approach to skin restoration is always best and can enhance the surface of the skin, while rejuvenating the layers beneath for a complete skin detox. Organic remedies work with your body’s native defence systems to cleanse and rejuvenate your skin from head to toe.
The Sauna Solution
Saunas have been used for hundreds of years for skin detox and overall health. Both wet and dry sauna treatments increase your heart rate and maximize blood flood to the skin and more circulating blood brings the benefits of increased oxygen and nutrients to the skin. The skin’s toxins are also released through sweat, to rid the skin of impurities for complete skin detox. Saunas are extremely safe when used properly and involve no chemicals or artificial ingredients. However, be sure to drink plenty of water to re-hydrate after a sauna.
Soothing Salt Baths
Bathing in pure and aromatic salts is also an ancient skin secret. A salt solution stimulates circulation and blood flow to the skin and simple Epsom salts open pores, which allows your inner toxins to be released. Bath salts with minerals can also create an overall feeling of well-being, which can ease stress-related skin breakouts. Adding minerals like magnesium or baking soda can enhance the skin detoxifying properties of salt baths.
Miracle Masks
Facial masks are a great way to quickly refresh your look and aid skin detoxification. Homemade ingredients often work just as well as expensive commercial preparations, without the added chemicals and preservatives. With hand-made preparations created from natural ingredients that you choose, you can be sure that your treatment is safe, natural and effective.
Start by cleansing the skin with pure witch hazel solution. Mix an egg, a tablespoon of organic honey and warm water until it forms a paste. Apply to skin and leave on for 10-20 minutes. Organic clay masks are also effective at drawing out toxins, opening pores and detoxifying the skin. Commercial clay mask preparations are acceptable, but look at the ingredient list before purchasing, to make sure there are no added chemicals.
The Power of Touch
Massage and skin stimulation are a natural, low-tech method to beautify and detox your skin. Facial massage relaxes your muscles and releases the toxins within. Facials also optimize blood circulation and loosen dry, dead skin cells on the surface. If you can’t afford a professional facial treatment or massage, try using a skin brush or exfoliating cream on the surface of your skin instead. Rub vigorously for several minutes for the best effect.
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Some more natural ways to “detox” the skin is through nutrition:
As a rule of thumb:
Oily skin – in order to dry up the skin, eat lots of green vegies, carrots.
Dry skin – need to intake oils, especially Omega 3 – a great source is eating salmon as well as flakseed oil (you can buy this at health food stores and add to food).