Monday, February 3, 2014

Red Wine Face Masks

Red wine is one of those surprising ingredients in natural skin care which is still a bit under-used.

Unexpected? Maybe; but a red wine face mask made with the bottom of red wine that was left after last nights dinner party works wonders for skin.






Red wine contains high levels of antioxidant polyphenols, which are beneficial in keeping your skin healthy. Generally red wine when used in skin care products fights free radicals, stimulates blood circulation, rejuvenates, increases skin elasticity, eases the nerves, firms, whitens, and leaves your skin bright and glowing These stimulating properties make that red wine softens wrinkles and fine lines and is altogether very useful in battling the effects of aging skin Also in cases of acne and eczema red wine is also considered to be good for detoxifying the skin and in this way helping your skin against these kind of skin disorders.

 Enjoy a relaxing and satisfying natural spa experience right there in your own home with these red wine face masks.


 Egg white Red wine face mask:

A basic red wine face mask; the egg white and red wine form a super skin toner, they seriously tighten your skin and are a powerful anti aging force

On top of that honey is the perfect natural humectant; it attracts moisture and keeps it there where it should be: under your skin. It also soothes and smooths. This red wine mask will make your skin look younger, extra vibrant and leaves it silky smooth

What do you need:
1 Egg white
3 tablespoons Red wine
1 tablespoons organic Honey

How to do it:

Gently mix the egg white, red wine and honey until you have a smooth substance

Spread the paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear.

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 10-15 minutes

Then wash it off with lukewarm water and end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside


Seaweed, Honey, Aloe vera , Red wine face mask:

(For acne prone skin)

Soothe and clean acne ridden skin with this red wine face mask. It will leave your face feeling incredibly smooth, soft and looking absolutely radiant

It also offers intense firming action and is known to soften wrinkles and fine lines

What do you need:
2 tablespoons Red wine
1/2 tablespoon Aloe Vera gel
1 tablespoons organic Honey
1 tablespoon Kelp Powder – Seaweed

How to do it:

Warm up the honey until it becomes runny (not too hot!) by putting it in a small glass or metal bowl which is immersed in hot water (or a few seconds in the microwave)

Mix the honey and the rest of the ingredients in a mixing bowl until you have a nice and smooth paste. Leave it to rest for 10 minutes so the kelp powder can absorb the moisture

Spread and massage the paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck: keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 10 minutes Rinse it off with lukewarm water; pat your skin dry with a clean towel

Tip: Because of the iodine in kelp you should not use this mask if you have an iodine allergy


Pomegranate, Rose clay, Honey, Coconut Red wine face mask:

This red wine face mask is one big antioxidant powerhouse and an all round skin care champion.

Pomegranate stimulates the growth of collagen while the polyphenols of the red wine further reduce free radicals.

While rose clay gently exfoliates and stimulates circulation, the lactic acid in the coconut milk softens your skin. The humectant honey provides the finishing touch in this all natural wonder mask


What do you need:
1/4 Pomegranate
1 tablespoon Red wine
3 tablespoons Rose clay
1 tablespoon organic Honey
1/2 tablespoon Coconut milk


How to do it:

Peel 1/4 pomegranate cut the fruit in pieces and put these in a bowl orfood processor and mash it. Put the clay in a mixing bowl and slowly add the pomegranate, red wine, honey and coconut milk. Mix these well until you have a smooth sticky paste that will stay on your face without it running off

Spread the paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 15 minutes

Then wash it off with lukewarm water and end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside.


Green tea, Yogurt, Honey Red wine face mask

Green tea is also high in anti oxidants, which makes that this red wine mask pulls the brake on aging skin. The honey and yogurt soothe and smooth


What do you need:
1 tablespoon Green Tea
1 tablespoon Red wine
1 tablespoon Plain unflavored Yogurt, with active cultures
2 tablespoon organic Honey


How to do it:

Make a cup of green tea and let it stand for a few minutes. Warm up the honey until it becomes runny (not too hot!) by putting it in a small glass or metal bowl which is immersed in hot water (or a few seconds in the microwave.)Strain the tea and mix it with the red wine, yogurt and honey until you have a smooth substance

Spread the paste gently and equally with a facial mask brush or spatula on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 10-15 minutes

Then wash it off with alternately cold and warm water and end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside



























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