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?
ReplyDeletewitch hazel is antibacterial
Deletefor 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.
ReplyDeleteThanks
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!
DeleteSo this will not work for african American skin?
DeleteIt works for African-American skin as well. It will lighten up any normal hyper pigmentation. But keep in mind that if you have deep hyper pigmentation, you'd need to see a dermatologist to really help get rid of 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!
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure, you may be right about the plastic bottle and the lemon juice, but I'm a printmaker and I handle a lot of strong acids, and we use plastic bottles to store them and plastic bins to hold them while using them. And this is full-strength HCl. But it would be a good idea to use glass anyway. Just a thought. :) I use this recipe, and it's always a slow process but I am going to add the alcohol because I have really oily skin! Thanks so much for this recipe!!
DeleteYou can by lemon Juice that comes in a plastic, lemon shaped bottle.
DeleteThis 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.
DeleteIn the freezer section at your grocery store near the bags of fruit you can fine Minute Maid frozen concentrate 100% juice from concentrate. It has juice equivalent to 7 lemons. It's in a box, but the container inside is a yellow triangular plastic bottle. I've had mine over 2 years and it's great for using when lemon is part of a recipe. I don't think the little lemon shaped bottles are pure lemon juice.
DeleteRight, the lemon juice bottles that are sold are NOT pure lemon juice. Several other ingredients/additives.
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!
DeleteDo you apply this after you oil cleanse?
DeleteI just started doing the ocm and wanted to know when do you use the toner? And how often? Please respond! Thanks!
DeleteI do the OCM before, then toner.
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!
DeleteI think lime juice on the skin and direct sunlight produce skin pigmentation. Maybe research before trying.
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.
DeleteTea Tree Oil works well on stretch marks. Be sure to use a carrier oil.
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.
ReplyDeleteRubbing alcohol is used in most astringents, toners and moisturizers on the market, (though they often rephrase it) it helps to balance your skins oil production which is why astringents for oily skin have a higher alcohol content than a toner for dry skin. You always want to be careful how much alcohol is in the product you use to make sure it is beneficial for your skin type. And yes, thank you sunscreen is definitely a must!!
DeleteSo I came across this on Pinterest and it felt it was my duty to alert my fellow oily-skinned sisters and comment.... The only valid use for rubbing alcohol would be to sterilize stainless steel items you use on your skin--tweezers, pore extractors, etc. Just because it's used in products 'on the market' doesn't mean it's good for you! There are thousands of products put out for the sole purpose of making money! Companies don't necessarily care if it works or not. Most astringents are damaging to the skin and most products with alcohol are as well because they weaken the skin on a cellular level making it more prone to damage. You can't see or feel this happening necessarily.
DeleteThis information is based on this scientific research--http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0005273612000648. For an easier to understand version, see here: http://www.paulaschoice.com/expert-advice/skin-care-basics/_/alcohol-in-skin-care-the-facts#alcoholskin
It's one thing to experiment on your own with stuff, but when you're recommending this to other people, it's a little scary. I thought it was basic skin care knowledge that alcohol was bad for the skin.
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ReplyDeleteI have dark pigmentation on the right side of my neck. Will this lighten?
ReplyDeleteAny dark pigmentation you would want to lighten your best results would be from a product containing a stronger lightening agent (Kojic Acid or Hydroquinone) . You just want to be careful when applying different products on your neck as the skin is a lot more sensitive than on the face, always test a spot to see how it reacts.
DeleteDo you have any suggestions for getting rid of blackheads? I suffer from both red pimples and blackheads.
ReplyDeleteWhat works best for me to get rid of blackheads is to exfoliate the skin first, that way you remove any dead skin that may build up over blackheads making them difficult to remove. Second steam the skin for easy extractions. If it is a stubborn blackhead I will usually take a sterilized needle and lightly poke at a 45 degree angle, if you still can't extract it after that attempt leave it alone or trust me you will only make it worse. Any facial mask with salicylic acid will also help with these breakouts, I tend to just apply it to those problem areas so it won't dry out my skin. Hope this helps!
DeleteI adore toner, i am so excited to try this out!
ReplyDeletewould this be okay to use during pregnancy?
ReplyDeleteIt is fine to use while pregnant, congrats!
DeleteDo you have any alternatives for the Witch hazel? I don't think we can get that where I come from...
ReplyDelete@ Moonchild, You can get that at any of the pharmacy stores
ReplyDeleteHey! Question: how long can you keep this mixture? does it expire at somepoint?
ReplyDeleteThe amount I made lasted for a few months and was still good, anything longer (or if kept in a warmer climate) I would suggest to store it in the fridge. Plus you will get the added bonus of a cool toner during the hot summer :)
Deleteafter applying, should you rinse it off?
ReplyDeleteThere is no need to cleanse after applying.
DeleteI just llove this idea. But can you give me a substitute for witch hazel, please?
ReplyDeleteI have only used a recipe using alcohol or witch hazel but a friend of mine had made it using apple cider vinegar and she loves and it has really helped clear up her acne. Hope that helps :)
DeleteAs an esthetician, I would like to know where you got your information, and this recipe in particular.
ReplyDeleteThe information is from years of working with many skin conditions and ingredients that I have found work best. I am a bit of a fanatic when it comes to skin as I have gone through it all with my own. Being an esthetician like I am, I'm sure you're the same way :) This recipe comes from trial and error with different ingredients and I had found this one to work the best for me.
DeleteFound this post through pinterest. I have down sized the recipe considerably, since I have a small 3 ounce bottle. I have to say I just washed my face after making the small batch and so far I like the way my face feels after use.
ReplyDeleteGlad you're liking it, keep us posted :)
DeleteI am also an Esthetician :) Love your recipe, I make one with the swap for adding lavender oil for redness and it works like a charm.
ReplyDeleteAll the properties you mentioned are straight out of product knowledge and chemistry, people in the medical community some times find it tough to swallow when such simple non medicines are talked about and work.
With anything what is great for some is not right for the next.
xo
Thanks for the post, I'm excited to try it with Lavender EO, glad it is working for you! Keep in touch with any recipes/tips you create :)
DeleteIf you use the lavender essential oil, how much will you add? And are you substituting it for another ingredient? Where do you find essential oils in the store? I have been using your recipe for a couple months or so after starting to break out really bad during my pregnancy. As you know, most stuff is not safe to use for acne while you are pregnant so I was very frustrated. Then I found this and I noticed a difference right away. I still have some pimples, but it has for sure helped make them not as much and when they do happen they go away faster. Plus the marks are fading faster. Thanks for sharing this!
DeleteYou can get essential oils by going to www.youngliving.org At the top there is a tab that says 'sign up'. It will walk you through the process. Enter ID number 10061374. You will be able to kook up different oils and it gives you a bit of information about the oil. Signing up DOES NOT mean you are joining. It lets you check out the oils and if you want to order you can. Thank you. I hope this is ok to post this on here. If not please accept my apologies and delete this . Thank you, Brenda
Deletemy health food co op has essential oils
DeleteI have seen different witch hazel products online and I am wondering what type you used for this. I want to make this but I want to be sure I'm using the best ingredient for it! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI use the generic brand witch hazel, if you're looking online it would usually be labeled witch hazel astringent or toner. Any product with 85 percent or higher witch hazel will work.
ReplyDeleteWhat is the shelf life? does it need to be kept cold?
ReplyDeleteWhat if you are tanning. Will that affect how the toner works?
ReplyDeleteThis toner will make your skin more sensitive to sunlight and tanning beds, so you want to be careful when being exposed to sunlight for an extended amount of time. Also sunscreen sunscreen sunscreen!
DeleteI tried this for a week and began to break out.....of course i know this is "try at your own risk" so no blame but wanted feedback what may have caused that or recommendations on alternatives to try. I do not consider myself to have sensitive skin...so not sure if it was the lemon juice maybe that was too strong for me idk. But I do like using natural beauty products so any recommendations are welcome. Thanks for sharing it was worth a try.
ReplyDeleteI can't think or any of the ingredients causing breakouts. The only reason could be that this formula is to drying for your skin causing it to produce excess oil which would cause breakouts. Try using more witch hazel and less of the lemon juice and make sure to follow with a food moisturizer or also trying a moisturizing mask once a week (see the avocado mask tutorial), see if that clears up the breakouts and let me know :)
DeleteSometimes break outs occur because there is congestion under the surface that's finally coming out.. I would suggest using the toner for another week or two.. the acne should clear up
DeleteSometimes break outs occur because there is congestion under the surface that's finally coming out.. I would suggest using the toner for another week or two.. the acne should clear up
DeleteMy sister experienced breakout increases after using witch hazel alone as a toner.
DeleteWondering if you have a recipe for eye make-up removal that is safe for contacts.
ReplyDeleteI have always used vaseline that works like a charm but haven't used it since the dr. said no now that I have contacts.
I am so going to try out this toner recipe.
My first recommendation would be to take out your contacts before removing your eye makeup. That way anything you get in your eye doesn't come in contact with them.
DeleteAs for an alternative eye makeup remover, try a little bit of the conditioner you use for your hair. Works like a charm. ;)
I've tried a lot of makeup removers but what I use every night that I love is baby oil for sensitive skin. I'm not sure how it is with contacts but it removes even the most stubborn mascara and does not sting if it gets in my eyes. I always cleanse after removing makeup as baby oil can clog pores.
DeleteMy absolute favorite makeup remover is coconut oil! It is amazing! Takes off all your makeup with ease, safe for contacts and eye area, smells amazing and it's a great under eye moisturizer!
DeleteUse Qtips moistened with whatever remover you choose (store bought liquid or coconut, baby oil, etc.) I have worn contacts for 40+ years and have always removed makeup by first washing my entire face (while not putting cleanser around the eyes - just let the water go over the eye area, don't put cleanser there). So just do the face, wash, rinse, pat dry. After that process, with the water and incidental amounts of stray cleanser in that water that was used in the face cleansing process (say when you cup your hands to rinse well), the eye make up removal process has begun. To finish it off, use a pre-moistened Qtip to accurately and gently swab all around the eye, over the lashes, switch to the dry end of the Qtip as needed to gently "scrub" out more eye make up. Continue with pre-moistened Qtips and dry Qtips until you see no more color coming off on them. By "pre-moistened" I mean, dip the Qtip in the remover (liquid or cream) and then "squeeze" it to a moist condition -- in other words, if liquid, run the tip over the edge of the bottle to remove excess or, if cream, remove the excess on the jar or even on a tissue. You are going for a moist - not wet or goopy - Qtip. Hope this helps!
DeleteI love coconut oil to moisturize my lips and hands but my eyes stung after using it to remove makeup.
DeleteI use [extra virgin] olive oil to remove my eye makeup and it works like a charm. I remove my lens before removing my makeup though but occasionally have left them in a few times.
DeleteI've heard that Vaseline could give you styes.
I've used a mixture of baby shampoo and baby oil mixed with water for the past couple of months, and it works WONDERS! I haven't had to pay for makeup remover since probably fall of 2012, and it doesn't bother my contacts. I know the recipe is somewhere on Pinterest where I found it, but it is like teeeeennnyyyyy tiny amounts of shampoo and oil with 8 oz of water. Hope it helps!!!
DeleteJust wanted to say I have been using this 2 times a day every day for the past 2 weeks, and it has made my skin so much brighter and clearer! My pores used to be pretty big and I have always had problems with black heads around my nose. Well my pores are tight, clear and not a single black head anywhere. This is wonderful!
ReplyDeleteSo glad you like it! Thanks for the post
DeleteJust wanted to add some advise when using this and EVERYTHING that contains lemon juice: Wash off entirely before going out in the sun. I once got lemon juice on my hands on a cruise and wound up with a third degree acid burn. Leaving lemon juice on your skin and getting any amount of sun can severely damage your skin so just be careful :)
ReplyDeleteAs a child, I dripped lime juice on my leg while outside one bright summer day. I ended up with permanent hyperpigmentation in the spot the juice fell.
DeleteHow will you know when this has gone bad? Does it smell or turn a weird color? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteIf it goes back it will have a more sour/spoiled smell. If you are afraid of it going bad you can keep it in the fridge so you won't have to worry
Deleteam in the philippines and i dnt know where to buy a witch hazel.. was it in oil form or fresh.. sorry about the idiotic question but am really not familiar with it but i need it for my son who's in puberty stage right now.. thanx..
ReplyDeleteIt's in a liquid form, typically you can find it located by band aids and antiseptics at a store. It comes in a smal bottle similar to rubbing alcohol container.
Deletehi. from manila too. got mine from healthy options at high street
DeleteCan you use already squeezed lemon juice from bottle or is it best to use fresh lemon juice.
ReplyDeleteI've tried the recipe with both and it seemed to work the same.
DeleteI've been using this for a week so far, and I'm starting to break out. I've got sensitive, fair skin, it used to be pretty oily before but it was better until just recently. I know sometimes you have to keep using it for your skin to get used to it and it will get better. I also have read the comments and saw adding more witch hazel and less lemon juice. Am definitely trying that, because my skin seems to be a lot more oily than it was before I started using this, and I do use a moisturizer. I'm hoping adding more witch hazel works, I've tried everything on the market, just would like something that works. On the other hand, I've noticed more brightness to my skin, at least. Thanks for the recipe, I hope altering it works! If it doesn't, I guess I'll go back to Nature's Cure, which seemed to just keep everything at bay and dry out my skin.
ReplyDeletePlay with the recipe and let me know :)
DeleteI tried it and it just isn't working, it's doing what it's supposed to, my pores have shrunk, and my skin is brighter. But it's just breaking me out too much and is not going away so unfortunately, I had to switch back to what I was doing before and wear a ton of make up, haha. But what a great and easy recipe! Just wish my skin weren't so sensitive so I could keep using it! :]
DeleteSadly it won't work for everyone but I'll let you know if I come up with a recipe that I think will be beneficial for you.
DeleteI don't know what WITCH HAZEL is in Spanish!
ReplyDeleteI'm not familiar with the Spanish translation so I googled it and came across "hamamelis" or "avellano de bruja" hope that helps.
DeleteShwin,
DeleteI love your recipes for natural products! Please call or email me if you would be interested in reviewing my NYR Organic products!! :)
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Could you use lemon EO instead of lemon juice ? :)
ReplyDeleteThis sounds so awesome and I really look forward to trying it out. I was curious to know what face wash and moisturizer you use to go along with this toner? And do you recommend using any type of wash and moisturizer?
ReplyDeletei made this the other day and have been using it along with my regular facial wash and moisturizer, and i am very pleased! my face looks so vibrant and happy! thank you for this!
ReplyDeleteI have dark circles and nothing seems to work. I've tried expensive products and it makes my skin burn and hurt to the touch. Is it not recommended for dark circles since the skin is so thin?? I don't have an acne problem, just dark circles, and would love to not have to worry about makeup!!
ReplyDeleteI assume the dark circles are under the eyes? I wouldn't recommend this as a product to treat those. Dark circles can be tricky because they can be caused by numerous reasons, lack of sleep, diet, or genetics.
Deletewhat can u do if it is genetic?
DeleteDo you have a moisturizer recipe to go with your toner? Been searching the internet for ages since I developed an allergy to the commercial brand I was using.
ReplyDeleteHi there, can I use this toner with my IS Clinical Serum and a lemon juice based face mask [lemon juice and yogurt mask once a week]? If not, what do you recommend? Thank you, best regards.
ReplyDeleteIt may be too much for your skin. The best way is to apply a test spot on your lower jaw and after a few days you will notice if there is an adverse reaction.
DeleteI'm VERY pale and already sunburn easily, so the only thing I'm worried about with this is using a product that has lemon juice in it. If I were to reduce how often I use it to once a day instead of twice a day (so only putting it on at night and not in the morning) and then wash it off completely in the morning before I go out into the sun, do you think I would still see results?
ReplyDeleteAt night your skin does absorb applied facial products more than during the day so you will still get benefits from the toner just using it at night.
DeleteI have been using this twice a day for the past three days, and I had to rush to my computer to write a review. I am absolutely kicking myself for spending hundreds of dollars over the years to help my skin when I could've been using this for pennies. I have noticed that my pores have gotten smaller and they're not clogged like they used to be. In the past I could squeeze my nose and you could see all of the junk coming out that had been clogging them. I have oily/acne prone skin and I've used every product known to the skin care world to try to cure my blackheads and clogged pores, and in three short days of using this, I've noticed a big difference. I did not add the alcohol for oily skin, I didn't want to dry out my skin too much because I've done that in the past and it just makes my skin produce more oil. I am starting to get a bit brighter (mind you it has only been three days), but I haven't noticed a huge difference in helping with any redness that I have. Hopefully after using it for longer I will be able to tell a bigger difference in those areas, but as of right now I'm sold with my shrinking pores!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the post! I'm glad you're noticing a difference :)
DeleteI cannot find plain jane witch hazel at my pharmacy - is Dickinson's acceptable or do you recommend another brand? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteAny brand would be fine as long as it is witch hazel and not a combination of other oils.
DeleteWhat is witch hazel?, i live in Argentina, tks.
ReplyDeleteit is clear liquid and comes in a bottle. Check your pharmacy or use Google translate to put it into Spanish before you go looking for it.
DeleteHi!! I will love to try this!! I have super oily skin!
ReplyDeleteI have heard that the lemon and the sun produce dark spots and uneven color! How this is working with u? You use it daily in the morning?
I use this both morning and night and always apply sunscreen. I have only lived in very sunny states and I have never had a problem with being exposed to sun. I never had any dark spots or irritation while using this product.
DeleteYes, I'm also wondering about the sun sensitivity thing. Could I just put a good 30+ SPF sunscreen over top of this toner and be okay? Or don't use it at all in the mornings... just use it before bed and wash off the next morning?
ReplyDeleteAny advice would be appreciated :)
~Corinna
I always recommend a minimum of 30 SPF for the face. I have never had any contraindications using this product. I do though recommend that if you are going to be sunbathing indoors or outdoors to wash the toner off after using.
DeleteGreat recipe! I love to see people using more natural products! Check your skincare on www.ewg.org/skindeep You would be surprised how many harmful chemicals are put in skincare and cosmetics!!
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Like, rubbing alcohol? That seems a bit harsh for skin, but if it works, awesome!!
ReplyDeleteI've been using this recipe for about a month now--love it! I also have used it to target a zit and it pretty much disappeared before my eyes! I'm calling it the Zit Zapper! I've linked you up to my blog post! Have a great day!
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Haven't tried it as a zit zapper but now I will, thanks for the post!
DeleteHi can this work on the body? Or just face?
ReplyDeleteHi, I've been using this toner for about a month now (since finding your site). I like it, but find that it stings my face a bit right after putting it on... not a super comfortable feeling. Also, in places where I have fresh zits, it stings even more.
ReplyDeleteI will give it another couple weeks to see how it goes, and then make a call from there. Not sure if I want to go back to my normal Clinique toner, but I do know that it's never given me that stinging feeling.
Any suggestions?
Can you use lemon essential oil instead of lemon juice? It seems like essential oil would stay fresh longer. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteWill this work for dry skin? Do you suggest any moisturizers?
ReplyDeleteIn the freezer section at your grocery store near the bags of fruit you can fine Minute Maid frozen concentrate 100% juice from concentrate. It has juice equivalent to 7 lemons. It's in a box, but the container inside is a yellow triangular plastic bottle. I've had mine over 2 years and it's great for using when lemon is part of a recipe. I don't think the little lemon shaped bottles are pure lemon juice.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to give this a try. I have trouble with blocked pores, and constantly get milia. I NEVER, and I mean NEVER wear make up. I have been using a benzoyl peroxide face wash my dermatologist suggested and clinique moisturizer. Nothing has been helping. Hopefully this will. If you have any other suggestions, that would be great. I used to use Skinborn cleanser and moisturizer but switched it up.
ReplyDeleteI have difficulty in finding witch haZel in my country (Indonesia) but I can find other ingredients in fresh, what do you suggest for substitute ingredient for witch hazel? Thank you very much, I am so excited to try this recipe for my blackhead :)
ReplyDeleteHow good does this work on dark skin I'm African Americans and Indian but my skin is very dark will this even my skin
ReplyDeleteI just found this recipe on Pinterest last week. I had the WORST stress acne ever. My face looked awful and I am ALWAYS complaining about my HUGE pores. My 14 year old son was having a bad acne outbreak too. I made the toner with lavendar oil and we started using it daily like you said. BOTH our faces have completely cleared up. I can BARELY see my pores. My skin feels soft and clean after using it. Thank you for this recipe!
ReplyDeleteHi! Will this make my skin paler? The idea of even skin tone and tiny pores is great, but I acquired a natural tan on my face over the summer, and I'd really rather not do something to make it go away. (my face is REALLY pale in the winter, which makes redness and little breakouts show up even more..)
ReplyDeleteHi! is this good for people with sensitive skin? Also im so confused as to whether im oily or dry or combination. Iam dry and oily at t zone area, its so confusing! Also how long did you use this toner till you saw results? Btw what facial cleanser and moisturizer do you use? do you have any natural ones in mind and that great for sensitive skin and work well? Thanks a bunch!!
ReplyDeleteI stay in a all year round summer country, i am wondering will it turn bad? How long will it last without turning bad.
ReplyDeleteDo you put any lotion on afterwards?
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to try this for the lightening effects. I have oily acne prone skin and for the last few weeks I have had a lot of success with washing at night with a mixture of honey and baking soda followed by a 50/50 apple cider vinegar toner. In the mornings I'll either use the same routine as night or use buttermilk/baking soda/nutmeg facial followed by the ACV toner.
ReplyDeleteI loved the idea and loved how it felt and looked when I first put it on, and was hoping to see better results over time, but I ran into a snag: I put on a moisturizer afterward (as recommended) but I could barely rub the moisturizer into my skin! It caked on my face and began drying (and drying my skin out). I have used face moisturizer for a long time so I'm guessing these two just don't mix? I use Yes to Cucumbers Daily Calming Moisturizer for sensitive skin. Do the two just not mix? Should I try a different moisturizer with this toner? Is the toner too harsh for my skin? I didn't notice it being dry before I put the moisturizer on.
ReplyDeleteCan you use limes instead or does it just have to be lemons?
ReplyDeleteLooks good, I used to use witch hazel year and years ago and I forgot about it, thank you for reminding me :-).
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Alessandra
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Is it normal for your skin to start stinging after application???
ReplyDeleteIs it normal for your skin to start stinging after application???
ReplyDeleteDo you wash this off or let it dry and leave it on. Must try this. After having a hysterectomy at age 29 and now Im 33, acne and facial redness is a major issue for me. So thanks and I cant wait to try it.
ReplyDeleteI saw this about a week ago and fell in love. I read all the comments and also discovered the oil cleansing method. I've always had blackheads that I couldn't help but to pick at ALL the time! This is drawing everything out. I have my acne-prone boyfriend into this too! He used to use proactive but I convinced him to try something less harsh and more effective. His acne scars are looking better already! I'm happy for him:) I really appriciate this !!
ReplyDeleteThis is an excellent recipe for sure...I have been using pure lemons on my hands, fingernails, & arms 1 month b4 I even read this and My nails have grown so long I ha e to file them down considerably. It makes my skin so soft and my far from perfect skin look flawless. PS.It moisterizes my cuticles so well after scrubbing with a half lemon I don't have to use a cuticle nipper at all anymore.and my skin feels so soft and renewed..Its awesome!
ReplyDeleteHow do you use it. I'm confused on your steps. Do you use.your normal face.cleaner then this it just this and put it on a cleaning pad and call it good?
ReplyDeleteI have super oily skin. I've tried almost everything but nothing seems to work. And if it does my face gets used to the treatment and there goes the 8.00 I spend on acne treatment. I was wondering if you suport the oil cleansing method alond with this lemon toner? Or pick one over the other?
ReplyDeletePLEASE DON'T EVER PUT RUBBING ALCOHOL, OR ANY ALCHOL ON YOUR SKIN! This will only temporarilly reduce your oil on the surface when in reality it is striping you skin of oils so severly that your skin will go in over drive to produce more making your oil problems that much worse. I'm a licensed esthetician in CA, and I would NEVER let a client put alcohol on their face. Tea Tree is fine. Clay masks work great for oilly skin types.
ReplyDeleteHello, I just started using the toner a few days ago and I already notice a difference! I was wondering if there were any face washes or moisturizers you would recommend? I have been using proactive but it's gotten to costly. Any suggestions? Thank you!
ReplyDeleteis it good for sensitive skin?
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ReplyDeleteCan u use something else instead of with hazel? :s Don't think I can find it here in Belgium
ReplyDeleteI think you can find it in Belgium also - I live in Germany and here its called der Zaubernuss or latin - Hamamelis. In the Pharmacy you should ask for Hamameliswasser (or Hamamelis water - its a liquid that includes the necessary oil).
DeleteMy skin is dry and very sensitive and i have dart spots on my eyes around please tell me is it good for sensitive skin?
ReplyDeleteBenefits of Coffee on Skin
Can you use lemon juice from a bottle or do you need to squeeze lemons
ReplyDeleteHi, I have been using this toner for about a week now and like another who commented, I have some breakouts that have surfaced on my cheeks. My forehead is clear so I would think if I were having an allergic reaction that it would be broken out as well. I am wanting to keep using this to see if the acne clears up. I have heard that skin can sometimes "purge" when it is "deep cleaned" and this can cause temporary break outs. Could the lemon juice be doing this and will this clear up shortly? Thank you. :)
ReplyDeleteHi again! I think I have answered my own question about the skin purging. After about a week of breakouts my skin has cleared significantly and is looking nice and "glowy"! Thank you for this terrific toner recipe! I just made a fresh batch last night! :)
ReplyDeleteI do not typically write "reviews" but I feel that I must on this. I came across this brightening toner by complete accident one night while looking up DIY home spa day treatments on Pinterest for my friends and I. I thought that it looked interesting and decided to give it a try. A little background on my skin... I have very sensitive, DRY skin that is prone to breakouts, especially right before my monthly. When I say dry skin, I mean dry skin. My whole T zone gets so dry that it just flakes off sometimes and nothing seems to help. I also have rather large pores on my nose that develop awful blackheads. Granted, most people cant tell that they are there until they get up close but I can, they look enormous to me and it has been a constant embarassment to me my whole teenage and adult life. I have tried prescription drugs, it only made my dry skin worse and burned the heck out of my face. I have tried over the counter face washes, acne meds, cleansers, etc and they just seemed to make the problem even worse. Anywho, I have been using this toner for maybe 4-5 days now. I will admit that yesterday and today I have begun the "purging" stage that some others have reported and my face has started to break out like crazy. But it is also almost that time so its to be expected either way. I havent noticed much different in skin tone or anything like that yet. Then again, I really dont have any dark spots on my face. It DID take all of the redness away that I had caused on my T zone from over zeallous products, especially on my nose. As for my pores and blackheads... O-M-G is the only thing that comes to mind. In just a few short days my pores have shrunk DRASTICALLY!! The blackheads have as well. A significant amount of the black heads are completely gone!! AND MY FACE ISNT AS DRY!! I only have a small little dry patch on my nose and that is all!! I am soooo excited about this. It is truly my little miracle worker and I tell EVERYONE about it. Who would have known that such a simple thing could help bring my confidence back sooooo much?!?! Thank you sooo much for sharing this!!
ReplyDeleteWow, this is brilliant. Thanks for sharing, it will mean that I now will try this for certain! Have some of the same problems as you at times :)
DeleteAm going to make some for my mum for Mothers Day too :)
this should have a cosmetic preservative added to it to keep it safe. Anything with water added needs one to keep mold, yeast and bacteria from growing. Just because it can't be seen with the naked eye doesn't mean it's NOT there. I make cosmetics for a living and teach others.
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ReplyDeleteI have a question, I have a combination of oily and dry skin. My skin is also very sensitive. With all the ingredients, including the alcohol, will this recipe sting my skin at all?
Thanks.
Hi!
ReplyDeleteI'm def. goint to try this out! What would be a good facial cleanser to use?
On the other hand, would this recipe work for dark underarms? Or is there something for dark underarms?
Thank you :)
alcohol is bad for skin
ReplyDeleteyou should never add alcohol in toner
ReplyDeletei had used a toner containing alcohol type 40 few months ago
still I am recovering with its effects,it tightens pores more than neeeded
alcohol is bad for skin
ReplyDeleteI know it wears on your skin, but I like to tan in a tanning bed and I read in previous comments tht the lemon juice may make your skin sensitive to the sun so I guess that would mean tanning beds also.. I did not know if this was not a good product to use on my face if I am going to be tanning....
ReplyDeleteI know it wears on your skin, but I like to tan in a tanning bed and I read in previous comments tht the lemon juice may make your skin sensitive to the sun so I guess that would mean tanning beds also.. I did not know if this was not a good product to use on my face if I am going to be tanning....
ReplyDeleteHi so I have super dark rings under my eyes, I've had them ever since I could rememberr... would this even it out at all? I have to apply so much makeup to hide it
ReplyDeleteThe toner and moisturizer we use after that solution is that part of the solution or something we have to get to apply after the solution?
ReplyDeleteI'm almost out of my toner so I'm going to try this. I'm 58 and hate what aging is doing to my face
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing. Tried to add this to my comment above but for some reason it wouldn't let me. Thank you much.
ReplyDeleteNot sure if this was already asked, but I use retin-a. Can I use this with retin-a?
ReplyDeleteQuestion, Why is lemon juice and honey so good for your skin, And if this does work will it give me wrinkles and blemishes when i get older?
ReplyDeleteI have red discoloration on my face.... do you think this will help get rid of it?
ReplyDeleteI have a bottle of tea tree and witch hazel which is a facial cleanser and toner thingy. It is liquid and has the same consistency as water. Could I use this instead of buying witch hazel?
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Lois - Anne
What kind of sunscreen do you use? Do you apply it before you put make up on? It seems every kind I use it clogs my pores and makes me break out. I use the neutrogena for face suncreen and it gives my skin this nasty feeling that its caked on.
ReplyDeleteWhat kind of sunscreen do you use? Do you apply it before you put make up on? It seems every kind I use it clogs my pores and makes me break out. I use the neutrogena for face suncreen and it gives my skin this nasty feeling that its caked on.
ReplyDeleteVery nice and informative blog. I learn a lot thing from your blog. I was looking similar type of information. You blog is really very useful. Thanks for sharing
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I think I will make this toner today..But I will use distilled water (boiling up first), to make it last longer.
ReplyDeleteYesterday I tried to rub my face with a slice of lemon and it hurt like hell..I hope this toner won't irritate my skin. I use coconut oil for moisturizing, maybe that will help to prevent redness and and that burning feeling..
Hmm I don't know if I would use this in the morning since lemon juice, when in contact with the skin, and exposed to direct sunlight stains the skin (and not evenly either) it happened to my mom's hands and it was really hard to get rid of them. However, I think it'd be a good toner to use at night.
ReplyDeleteHi, just wondering if that was rubbing alcohol or something else?
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Really love this toner. I have combination oily/dry skin & It is really helping with my hyper pigmentation (which is noticable since I am African American) and large pores across my nose and cheeks. I only use it once a day. I exfoliate about 3x a week in the shower with olive oil and raw sugar cane sugar --I don't press down on my face too hard while using since it is a coarse scrub. After I rinse off I wash with a very gentle cleanser. Next, I use the toner while my face is a little damp. Then I follow with my moisturizer. My skin looks so dewy and radiant. I like this so much better than just using witch hazel by its self as a toner! I also noticed a few people talking about under eye circles, I could only lighten mine by increasing the amount of iron in my diet! Talk to your doctor, it could be a vitamin deficiency or another health related issue.
ReplyDeleteReally love this toner. I have combination oily/dry skin & It is really helping with my hyper pigmentation (which is noticable since I am African American) and large pores across my nose and cheeks. I only use it once a day. I exfoliate about 3x a week in the shower with olive oil and raw sugar cane sugar --I don't press down on my face too hard while using since it is a coarse scrub. After I rinse off I wash with a very gentle cleanser. Next, I use the toner while my face is a little damp. Then I follow with my moisturizer. My skin looks so dewy and radiant. I like this so much better than just using witch hazel by its self as a toner! I also noticed a few people talking about under eye circles, I could only lighten mine by increasing the amount of iron in my diet! Talk to your doctor, it could be a vitamin deficiency or another health related issue.
ReplyDeleteWithout doubt, I will visit this site again. i was looking the same but there was not any proper resource. I wanted to thank you for this great read! I am on the lookout for such information .
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Correct washing of the skin will eliminate oils and bacteria that can cause acne. However, when you already have serious acne breakouts, washing alone likely will not make it go away. Frequent and harsh washing can even make it worse.
ReplyDeleteThere special anti-bacteria soaps designed for people suffering from acne. These soaps can help target the bacteria which may be causing the acne breakout.
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Hi, I am excited to try this new toner. Will it also work on acne scars on my shoulders? While I was pregnant I broke out like crazy and hate the scarring!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for this idea. I have a combination skin which stays fine and clean during winter but becomes oilier during summer times and I start to get more pimples. Lately I had a sudden breakout and I have got 3-4 pimples on my cheek and I have to use two/three blotting paper these days. So I was desperate to try something natural and fresh which is keep the oil on my face more balanced.
ReplyDeleteSo when I saw this article I decided to give it a go since I have always hear good things about using lemon for acne. I have been using this for past two days and I have found that this toner is helping me to keep my skin's oil balance in control, my make up (i use bb cream and loose powder) stays fresh for longer and except a big zit most of my pimples are dried out and the area is less inflamed. I think I will continue using this for summer. Thanks again.
And I have been planning to give OCM a try too! hope that works!