Artiss - Natural Beauty Masks: And Other Homemade Scrubs and Lotions

Natural
Beauty
Masks

and other homemade scrubs & lotions

Natural
Beauty
Masks

and other homemade scrubs & lotions

Caroline Artiss

with photography by Mowie Kay

Designer Barbara Zuiga

Editor Miriam Catley

Production Controller Mai-Ling Collyer

Art director Leslie Harrington

Editorial director Julia Charles

Publisher Cindy Richards

Food stylists Kathy Kordalis and Sian Henley

Props stylist Olivia Wardle

Model photography by Samantha Klose

Still life photography by Mowie Kay

First published in 2018 by

Ryland Peters & Small

2021 Jockeys Fields, London WC1R 4BW

and

341 E 116th St, New York NY 10029

www.rylandpeters.com

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Text copyright Caroline Artiss 2018

Design and photographs copyright

Ryland Peters & Small 2018

ISBN: 978-1-84975-942-7

eISBN: 978-1-78879-132-8

Printed in China

The authors moral rights have been asserted. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying or otherwise, without the prior permission of the publisher.

A CIP record for this book is available from the British Library. US Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data has been applied for.

Disclaimer:

The views expressed in this book are those of the author but they are general views only and readers are urged to consult a relevant and qualified specialist or physician for individual advice before beginning any regimen. Ryland Peters & Small hereby exclude all liability to the extent permitted by law for any errors or omissions in this book and for any loss, damage or expense (whether direct or indirect) suffered by a third party relying on any information contained in this book.

Notes:

Both metric British (Metric) and American (Imperial plus US cups) measurements are included in these recipes for convenience; however it is important to work with one set of measurements and not alternate between the two within a recipe.

Where possible choose organic ingredients.

This book is dedicated to my late Mother,
Christina Pegg, Beautician, 19532015

Contents

I believe in an holistic approach to beauty. A healthy balanced diet full of fresh foods, drinking plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated and toxins flushed out, making sure you have enough sleep every night to help your body heal and restore itself, and using natural beauty treatments to help keep skin protected, cleansed and nourished from the outside are all important.

Food and natural ingredients have been used for centuries in beauty regimes and now most large cosmetic companies use elements derived from natural food sources to add nourishment to their skin care products. In my last book, I focused on creating specific recipes aimed at eating the right foods for all your beauty needs and to help you shine from the inside out. In this book, I have created recipes using natural ingredients that can be applied topically and will feed and nourish your skin from the outside. Not all ingredients that I used in my last book would be ideal to lather on your skin, Im not sure Id find it too relaxing laying down with a slice of raw salmon on my face! But there are plenty of natural foods that can be turned into face masks, such as avocados, bananas, strawberries, cucumbers, eggs, oats, yogurt and milk, to name a few. All these ingredients are easy to find and can do wonders for your skin.

My late mother was a well-established beautician and had her own beauty clinic, Hibiscus, in Stoke Poges, England. She taught me so much as I was growing up about how to take good care of my skin, and I want to share her advice with you. Every night before you go to sleep make sure you cleanse your face to wash off any excess dirt or oil, then use a toner to close and tighten the pores, and lastly moisturize to keep your skin soft. Exfoliate a couple of times a week, use a good face mask once every week or two, and always remember to apply a good SPF on your face to protect it from sun damage. Its simple but highly effective advice and I have my mother to thank for my healthy-looking skin. She studied aromatherapy, among many things, and used essential oils to help calm, heal and soothe. I like to add a drop or two to some of my masks for their natural benefits and their magical aromas. Certain aromas can evoke calming sensations, and can help the body heal naturally, and some essential oils can help awaken and invigorate the senses. She would always remind me to take great care when using essential oils for any beauty treatments as they are very potent and powerful, and always buy the purest quality you can find.

Activated charcoal draws out poisons, toxins and all the grease and dirt from your pores and surface of the skin.

Almond oil is derived from nutrient-rich almonds, which are high in unsaturated healthy fats and vitamins A and E. It is a mild, antioxidative and hypo-allergenic oil making it widely used in skin and hair treatments.

Aloe vera is a powerhouse of natural goodness. It has over 75 different vitamins, minerals, enzymes and natural compounds. It is widely used for healing and often used for soothing sunburnt skin.

Apple cider vinegar has many beauty benefits. It contains antiseptic, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties. It is rich in acetic, malic and citric acids, which help soften the skin and remove residue build-ups. It also contains an abundance of vitamins, mineral salts, enzymes and amino acids.

Apricots contain essential fatty acids and vitamin A, making them perfect for feeding your skin and keeping it hydrated.

Avocados and avocado oil are a great source of healthy monounsaturated fats, vitamin B, potassium and vitamins A, C and E which are all essential for healthy skin.

Bananas are a rich source of potassium and contain vitamins E and C, all of which help promote clear glowing skin.