I saw this remedy in a health magazine some time a ago and decided to give it a try. I'll be honest, I was a bit hesitant in the beginning and wasn't sure what to expect. After sticking to it for quite some time now and I'm happy with the results.
Oatmeal. Yes, I have started my morning routine with an oatmeal facial cleanse. Now if it's it one thing, I'm really careful when choosing skin care products. My face has been really good to me *knocking on wood* and I plan on keeping it that way. I wash my face twice a day and try to avoid harsh cleansing products. My friends think that I have some secret method to keeping my skin "pimple-free," but really all it is is proper cleansing, sunscreen with a high spf, and avoiding foundations or any type of makeup that clogs the pores.
Oatmeal is said to reduce redness and help treat dry skin. I thought this would be a good help since the cold weather has been beating up my cheeks and forehead lately. This exfoliating technique is so easy and cheap to do at home, I've been urging all my friends to try it.
Here's what I do- I get 2 tablespoons of instant oatmeal and mix it in with enough warm water to dampen it. Then I spread and message it all over my face making sure to cover all the areas (especially my nose and forehead.) I make sure to lean over the sink because bits of oats tend to fall down while I'm scrubbing away. After 30 seconds or so I then rinse off with warm water. I pat my face dry and that's all there is to it.
It's been 2 months since I started this routine and I plan on keeping this as my morning regimen. Now, I found that it doesn't help prevent acne or pimples but it does help in the going away process. My results are a smooth, radiant and well-hydrated looking face. It's also been very effective in toning down the oils on my T-zone. I'm so glad I gave this au naturale beauty trick a try!
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