The skin of the face undergoes aggressions in a long time, sun, pollution, makeup, poor hygiene. It is therefore necessary to try to maintain it in order to maintain its health and preserve it longer.
Women do not go hand in hand when it comes to the beauty of their faces, several ways are deployed to be sure to have the best skin possible. Some are spending large part of their budget in expensive care products. Not only are these products are costly but they may contain a substance that is completely harmful to the health of the skin including a product called phthalates which can be checked on the labels of cosmetic products. You will find here a homemade recipe that is efficient and accessible to all budgets.
What is phthalates?
Phthalates are chemicals used in many consumer products, such as the production of plastic or other materials. They are prized for their ability to make more flexible and flexible materials. This chemical is not only used in the field of industry but it is very present in cosmetics. In this field, phthalates are used as fixing agents.
The dangers of phthalates
Phthalates are an integral part of endocrine disrupters. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), endocrine disruptors are natural or artificial chemicals. They cause disorders in the body, especially in hormones. In perfumes, they can cause infertility by incredibly reducing the production of testosterone. In creams, these substances can be carcinogenic.
To avoid the dangers of cosmetic products overflowing with chemical materials, it is best to choose natural products that respect the health of our body and our skin. Here is a scrub recipe that will spare you toxic products and purify your face.
The recipe for exfoliating with coconut oil and baking soda:
This facial scrub requires only two natural ingredients, accessible to all budgets and which can be used on all skin types even acne skins. However, it should be noted that it is advisable to reduce the frequency of use for sensitive skin.
Ingredients:
- A half glass of coconut oil
- Half a glass of baking soda powder
Preparation:
In a saucepan and on a low heat, heat the coconut oil until it becomes liquid and add the baking soda. Mix the two ingredients until the mixture has a grainy texture.
Use :
You can use this mixture to erase your face once a week. Apply this exfoliation to the skin delicately and proceed with the tips of your fingers by making small circular movements on the whole surface of the face going from the bottom upwards. Then let this mixture sit on your skin for a few minutes (5 minutes maximum). Proceed with a rinse with fresh water. You will notice in a short time the effect of this scrub on your face.
Benefits of Ingredients:
Coconut oil: it is an oil rich in antioxidants, fatty acids and phenolic acid. These components give it moisturizing, smoothing and repairing properties of the skin.
Baking soda: Known since antiquity, baking soda has many qualities essential to the health of the skin. It helps to rebalance its pH, and also serves to limit the sebum rate which eliminates the unpleasant glowing effect of the skin. In addition to being an excellent exfoliator, it is also an antiseptic and an anti-inflammatory.