How Do You Make An Oatmeal And Yogurt Facial?
Oatmeal is found in many types of commercial skincare products. Oatmeal contains beta glucan, a soluble fiber from the cell wells of the oat kernel. A study published in 2005 in the “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” (vol. 27; issue 5; p. 292) shows that beta glucan can penetrate the skin. This enables oats to improve the appearance of skin by reducing fine wrinkles. You can combine ordinary oats with yogurt to create a moisturizing facial appropriate for all types of skin. Clean your face with a non-alkaline soap such as chamomile or glycerin soap. Sweep a cotton ball soaked in witch hazel over the skin. Grind ½ cup of oatmeal in a food grinder (or coffee mill). Add 2 to 3 tbsp. of honey to the ground oats to form a thick paste. Using clean hands, dab this oatmeal scrub on your face and neck, avoiding the eye area. Let the paste dry. Allow it to remain for 15 minutes. Rinse the oatmeal scrub off your face and pat dry. Pour ¼ cup of organic nonfat plain yogurt in the palm of y