I love everything skin and especially when it comes to making and trying new skin care recipes. A few weeks ago (after giving up with the toner I was currently using) tried a new toner recipe and since then have been, dare I say, in love with it.
Ingredients:
1/2 Cup Lemon juice
1 Cup Water
2/3 Cup Witch hazel (can purchase at any drug store)
Plastic bottle or jar
Facial toner recipe for those with normal to dry skin.
*For oily skin add 2 Tablespoons Alcohol*
STEP ONE: Mix ingredients in a bottle or jar.
STEP TWO: Cleanse skin with facial cleanser and rinse. Repeat.
STEP THREE: Apply toner with a cotton pad, sweep upward and outward over entire face and neck.
STEP FOUR: Apply moisturizer.
Benefits:
Witch Hazel: Tightens pores and reduces inflammation.
Lemon Juice: Reduce blemishes and lightens skin.
Use facial toner both morning and night for a deeper cleanse, smaller pores and bright, radiant skin!
*If you have any questions about toner or other skin care needs, please feel free to ask :)
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Does this toner go bad? How long is it good for?
ReplyDeleteI have had mine for three weeks storing it at room temperature and it hasn't gone bad.
ReplyDeleteI have freckles. will this lighten them?
ReplyDeleteStudies show that applying lemon juice to the skin will in time lighten freckles and any discolorations. I have noticed that my skin appears lighter and more even toned.
ReplyDeleteHave you ever tried adding tea tree oil for antibacterial purposes?
ReplyDeletefor Oily skin you say to add 2Tbs alcohol - do you mean rubbing alcohol?
ReplyDeleteThanks - can't wait to try it!
which alcohol do u suggest for oily skin?
ReplyDeleteFor oily skin you can use rubbing alcohol, a drop or two of tea tree oil is also beneficial for oily acneic skin. If you do decide to use tea tree oil just make sure to not use more than two drops as it can dry it skin and cause irritation.
ReplyDeleteSorry for the delayed response, let me know how it turns out :)
ReplyDeleteGotta be careful with sun exposure because of the lemon juice...It'll make your skin super sensitive. =)
ReplyDeleteOtherwise, great recipe, Thanks!
What exactly do you mean by lighten? I am multi-racial, and while I want my skin to be more even toned and brighter, I don't want my freckles or skin color to fade.
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It will even your skin tone, which may include lightening sun damage but not lightening any freckles that you have ( usually much deeper pigmentation ). Let me know how it works for you :)
DeleteI have hormonal skin discoloration from having a hysterectomy 12 yrs ago...I hate the way my skin looks. Will this help w/ that discoloration?
ReplyDeleteDepending on how deep your pigment is, this toner is for evening out skin tone and slight discoloration. If you have dark pigmentation I would look into IPL laser treatments. They are amazing and will dramatically diminish pigmentation. I have received IPL spot treatments and I loved it!
DeleteI have redness around my nose, chin, and cheeks. Should this help or worsen?
ReplyDeleteIf you experience redness, this recipe could irritate your skin. Try lowering the amount of lemon juice, substituting with witch hazel, also adding a few drops of lavender essential oil to calm redness and irritation ( I use this on bug bites and unexpected blemishes :) let me know how it works for you!
DeleteWould just like to comment on the plastic bottle: I might recommend glass since the acid from the lemon may erode the plastic. Otherwise, I'm very excited to try this since I have noticed some pigmentation coming up around the tops of my cheeks. :) Time to boost the sunscreen!
ReplyDeleteThis is great! I can't wait to try it!
ReplyDeleteWould this be alright to use lemon juice from the little lemon-shaped bottle you can buy at the superstore? I am just not sure because it has a LITTLE bit of preservative in it and I just had the bottle in my fridge...
ReplyDeleteThat would work though I'm not sure if any of the lemons properties are lossed in that process.
DeleteHi guys! Wanted to let you know I used the lemon juice from the little lemon-shaped bottle and it was great! This toner has cleared my acne up AND is slowly fading my acne marks away! I'm also using the OCM (oil cleansing method)...I don't know which one helped clear my face, but I am sticking to this using it every morning and night! :D
ReplyDeleteYea! I'm glad it's working for you, thanks for sharing with us!
DeleteWhat exactly is the oil cleansing method?
ReplyDeleteHere is info on oil cleansing. I have dealth with very bad acne for years and it is the only thing that has helped. It has made a huge difference. It seems strange at first, the idea of using oil to clean your face. But oil dissolves oil (you actually shouldn't use drying agents, like alcohol on your face).
Deletehttp://www.crunchybetty.com/nitty-gritty-on-the-oil-cleansing-method
I live in a country where it's nearly impossible to find lemons. Will limes work?
ReplyDeleteI haven't used limes before in a recipe so I wouldn't know the shelf life of the toner, but limes do share many of the same skin benefits of lemons. Lime juice does help lighten and soften skin. I may just have to try it :) let me know how it works for you!
Deleteany thoughts on this used to lighten stretch marks? I just had a baby and they are starting to lighten up but this would be awesome if this lightened them faster!
ReplyDeleteI don't think it would really lighten stretch marks, usually ( depending on the pigment of the stretch marks ) a cream with prescription strength hydroquinone which you can get from any dr. I have seen great results with that.
DeleteI normally have oily skin(very) but ever since I had my baby boy my skin is very dry and I have not changed my face wash or done anything different! What is a good lotion that won't clog pores or make my skin super oily???
ReplyDeleteThanks,
MP
Obagi makes a great moisturizer that is light weight and won't clog pores, called therapeutic moisturizer ( not to be confused with their therapeutic lotion which is an acne spot treatment ). You can purchase on eBay. I also have always loved Olays face lotion for dry to normal skin, but its not for everyone as it can cause breakouts in some.
DeleteAs a dermatologist, may I ask where you get your information?
ReplyDeleteI would never recommend rubbing alcohol for oily skin. It is very harmful and normally damages skin quite a bit. I would recommend tea tree oil or castor oil. They are much more natural and also help if you have acne. Also please be sure to wear sunscreen if because lemon juice makes your skin ultra sensitive to the sun.
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ReplyDeleteI have dark pigmentation on the right side of my neck. Will this lighten?
ReplyDeleteDo you have any suggestions for getting rid of blackheads? I suffer from both red pimples and blackheads.
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