Friday, April 27, 2012

Frugal Tip - Sugar For Your Face

In today's society, people are trying to save money any way that they can. With today's tip, you will not only be saving money, but looking good while doing it. I have personally been using this tip for months, and I can say that I am pleasantly surprised with the results.

There are so many facial scrubs out on the market that it's enough to make a person dizzy just trying to decide which one to try. I'm going to make it simple, do not buy any of them. Instead go to your supermarket and buy a bag or box of sugar and a lemon.

Yes, I said sugar. After you've bought your sugar, put some in a cute little container to keep by your sink. Splash some water on your face to wet it, take a teaspoon or so in the palm of your hand, and scrub the dirt, makeup, and oil off of your skin. For an extra boost, squeeze that lemon to get its juice and use that juice as an astringent. Pat dry with a soft washcloth and then use your favorite moisturizer to lightly moisturize your face. A little moisturizer goes a long way now because your skin will be unbelievably soft.

Sugar works well on the dark spots on your skin because it produces glycolic acids, one of the natural alpha hydroxy acids that exfoliates the skin. Commercial after commercial touts how their products have alpha hydroxy acids in them and is proven to help reduce the signs of aging. But, what they don't say is how much that product costs and how you can easily retain it from your sugar bowl.

How much does a really good facial scrub with pore minimizer, dark spot lightener, wrinkle reducer cost compared to a bag of sugar? The lemon juice also works well to lighten any dark spots. But, be sure not to get any in your eyes as it burns a little. And try not to get any in your mouth unless you like the taste of sour lemon juice.

To be honest, you probably won't get the same results right away as you would with one trip to the dermatologist. I don't know though, I've never been to the dermatologist for a facial peel. It sounds painful if you ask me. But, I've had a lot of fun with this science experiment. Not only have I made my own facial scrub, I've also made a foot scrub, and all over body scrub with just sugar and hair conditioner. I don't have rough heels and elbows anymore! The best part for me, was when I noticed how young my hands look. Now when I look at my hands, I don't see my grandmother's hands.

Try it. I know you won't be disappointed.

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