Full Facial - At Home

So Maybe the month has just hit the final corner, and your pocket is not smiling at you. Your face is in terrible shape and you badly need a facial. What to do, what to do.

Instead of spending fortunes investing in facials, why don't you try doing one at home? The results are pretty much the same anyway.

You will need the following stuff for your facial. All of which are found in supermarkets all totalling around 1000/= ....or more, depending on the brands. (i ran out of toner and mask, hence not included in the photo at the end)

• Facial Cleanser
• Exfoliating Scrub
• Facial Mask
• Toner
• Moisturiser
• Cotton wool
• Steaming water (in a bowl)
• Face cloth

In case you want to make your own facial Mask and/or Scrub read this post.

Steps:

1. Ensure your hands are clean, then wash your face and neck. You can use a mild soap.

2. Put some cleanser on a piece of cotton wool and gently clean your face.

3. Apply the Exfoliating scrub on the tip of your fingers and gently scrub your face in a circular motion. Apply on face and neck, and avoid the eyes and mouth. This gets rid of all the dead skin. Rinse with water (warm or cold) and pat your face dry with a smooth face cloth.

4. Put the steaming water in a bowl, and keep your face a safe distance, approximately 10 inches, above the water.
NB: Don't put your face in the bowl, and don't try to trap the steam by using a towel to form a "tent". You risk burning your face. Steam for around 5 minutes. This will help to open your pores.

5. Gently apply the Mask and leave for 10 minutes. Dont forget your neck area. Again avoid the areas around your eyes and mouth. Rinse with water and pat your face dry with the face cloth.

6. Apply the toner using a piece of cotton wool. Toning removes any excess residue and also tightens up the pores after steaming.

7. Apply the moisturiser. Remember to buy a moisturiser that best suits your face. (oily, normal, dry or combination). Most people with oily face may consider skipping the moisturising step. WRONG. Oily skin needs the moisture as much as dry skin does, just ensure you have the right type of moisturiser.

Also note that you can substitute the following:

• Sugar- You can use it if/when you run out of facial scrub.
• Vinegar- Mix 1 tablespoon vinegar with 1 cup water, use it to rinse your face in case you do not have a Toner.

There you go ladies, enjoy the glances and comments from people who will admire your beautiful skin.

Tips

• Don't wear make-up for a few hours to give your skin a break
• Repeat every fortnight if possible, but don't let a month pass without a facial
• You can add cucumber slices on your eyes 
• The candles in the photo are just for "madoido" they smell good though
• Always remember to tie your hair back while doing a facial.

Love Adhis ♥