It is every person’s hope and dream to have healthy skin. There is no guaranteed fixed formula or routine that can ensure you have healthy skin, but in most cases it's advisable that one uses natural and organic skincare products and routines. Here is a short guide on how you can achieve healthy skin using simple, natural and organic skincare hacks:
1. Use of tea tree oil
Tea tree oil is an essential oil for skincare. It can be used as an alternative to conventional skin treatments and contains anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial and antiseptic properties that are very important in organic skincare routines. You can shop a wide range of antiseptic products from Natralus that contain tea tree, including NatraSan Antibacterial Instant Hand Sanitiser Aloe Vera & Cucumber (https://www.natralus.com.au/shop-the-range/range/natrasan/natrasan-antibacterial-instant-hand-sanitiser-aloe-vera-cucumber-28ml-200ml).
These properties ensure that tea tree oil soothes the skin and protects it from different aggressors it may be exposed to. Some skin related issues known to be dealt with by tea tree oil include dry skin, oily skin, inflamed skin, itchy skin, acne, eczema, psoriasis, healing of wounds, infections and swelling.
Directions for use
Carry out a patch test to be sure that tea tree oil does not react with your skin. It is also advisable to dilute the oil with a carrier oil like coconut or olive oil before use on the skin. Apply daily for quicker results.
2. Turmeric for skin restoration
Turmeric is considered one of most versatile components of many beauty and cosmetic products. However, it is widely used for natural skin care because it has anti-inflammatory properties. It can also be combined with other products like honey or yoghurt to make a face mask. Some of the benefits of using turmeric as a natural and organic skincare hack are: –
- It acts as an anti-ageing remedy
- It helps in removing dark circles or dark spots on the skin
- It is used as a remedy for dry and cracked skin; Natralus Australia’s Intensive Skin Therapy Moisturising Lotion (https://www.natralus.com.au/shop-the-range/range/intensive-skin-therapy/intensive-skin-therapy-pure-moisturising-lotion-200g) can also help with dry skin
- It has a soothing effect on burns
- It reduces scars and has healing effects on wounds
- It removes stretch marks
- It can be used to treat acne and redness on the face
- It is a natural exfoliator and it assists in removing dead skin cells
- It removes excess oil from the skin
Directions for use
Take one tablespoon of turmeric powder and mix it with honey, yoghurt or any other natural ingredient recommended as a mixer to make a paste-like substance which you apply on your face or skin. Rinse the substance off after 30 minutes using warm water. It is important to note that different organic ingredients can be mixed with turmeric powder to achieve your desired results.
3. Aloe vera gel
Aloe vera has been known for its medicinal capabilities for centuries. The aloe vera leaf, once broken, contains three layers; the inner-most produces aloe vera gel which is used for medicinal purposes. It is important for skincare since it contains anti-viral, anti-fungal and cell-regenerative properties which are important for skin healing and soothing. Here are the benefits of using aloe vera gel in your skin care routine:
- It's anti-ageing, making the skin less wrinkled and more elastic.
- It heals scars, reduces the visibility of stretch marks and prevents or even fades dark spots on the skin.
- It relieves the skin of any kind of irritation by minimising skin inflammation.
- It acts as a moisturiser due to its watery nature as a plant. This will, in turn, lead to smooth, supple skin.
- It can be used as a light exfoliator since it contains compounds that gently scrub off dead skin cells.
- Its anti-inflammatory properties can help cure acne. This is also made possible by its natural exfoliation which helps to unclog pores.
Directions for use
Carry out a patch test to ensure that it does not react with your skin. It can be used on its own or mixed with any essential oil that is used for skin restoration. Apply to affected areas of the skin and face. Alternatively, check out Natralus' Soothing Skin Relief Hydrating Gel (https://www.natralus.com.au/shop-the-range/range/soothing-skin-relief?filter_catid=37) to help heal skin damage.
4. Coffee scrub
Most of us brew coffee and throw away the residue after enjoying a cup of it. However, you can reuse those leftover coffee grounds as they possess qualities that can be used in natural and organic skin care. The best thing about this method is that it is the least expensive compared to the other natural skincare hacks mentioned above. A coffee scrub has several benefits for the skin, which include:
- It can be used to reduce puffiness around the eyes. This is done by gently applying the scrub onto the affected area to reduce bags. This process restricts the blood vessels and also stimulates the eyes.
- It can also be used as an exfoliator and its anti-oxidant properties help to rid your skin of dead skin cells and generate new ones. This also offers additional benefits like getting rid of wrinkles, sun spots and freckles.
- It is an anti-ageing agent. This is made possible by its anti-oxidant property which ensures one has fresh, glowing and youthful-looking skin.
- It helps with blood circulation - the stimulant improves blood flow.
- Its anti-inflammatory properties and composition guard the skin against inflammation or redness or any kind of skin breakout.
- It can encourage cellulite reduction.
Directions for use
Take three tablespoons of the coffee grounds and mix it with the natural or organic oil of your choice to make a scrub. Leave the paste on for 10-15 minutes before washing off - your skin will feel clean and rejuvenated.
The best thing you could ever do for your skin is to incorporate the use of natural and organic products in your skincare routine.
