10/02/2007: Susan from Porterville, California: "I read the email dated 7/25/07 from Teresa of Morristown Tennessee on her routine for Fountain of Youth. She mentioned getting acupressure techniques for the face from a book written in the 1970's. I am wanting to find out the name of this book and the author. Is there anyway you can get this information for me? Thank you."

07/25/2007: Teresa from Morristown, Tennessee replies: "I'm 44 and recently had a 19 year old ask me out. I bend over for a few minutes at least once a day to let the blood rush into my face. I also use facial accupressure techniques, which I found out how to do from reading an old book written in the '70s. I've been doing shiatisu facial massage on myself for twenty years, I found this in a book. I also mix rose hips and vitamin E oil and a few drops of ACV into peanut oil and rub my body and face down nightly. I recently started color breathing where you inhale the imagined color pink, (Yvonne Martine's technique) and this is like a mini face lift!"

EC: We went searching just now and found a book in our collection from 1976 called Shiatzu Japanese Pressure Point MassageZone Therapy Book by Anika Bergson and Vladimir Tuchak. It covers the entire body, not just the face but may be the book Teresa is referring to. Another book by Anika Bergson from 1974 is Zone Therapy Acupressure Techniques. You can buy these books on Amazon for pennies.

10/03/2007: Susan from Porterville, California replies: "Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for the information you were able to give me about the books on acupressure. I ordered both books today. I discovered your website about 3 weeks ago and LOVE it! I am 56 years old and I want to stave off the signs of ageing with natural items as opposed to commercial products. I have begun taking the ACV, baking soda and water twice a day and after only 3 weeks I have noticed a brightness and deweyness to my skin. I am going to start adding the Blackstrap molasses as well. As soon as I receive the books on Shiatzu I will incorporate those exercises along with the ACV formula. Thank you again for all your help."

10/10/2008: Teresa from Morristown , TN replies: "I just read the comment from Susan of Porterville, Ca requesting the name of the book I use for acupressure. One book I find invaluable is Acupressure, Acupuncture Without Needles, The Miracle of Chinese Healing Through your Fingertips by J.V. Cerney. The publisher was Cornerstone Library, NY and the book was republished in 1976 after initially being published in 1974. I'm sorry I haven't answered before but I painted my house and I couldn't lay hands on the book. I just found it today. I have another good acupressure book. When I find it, I'll write and give you the title and author."

11/25/2008: Therese from Ontario, Canada replies: "Teresa From Morristown, Tenessee Can you please tell me if the peanut il that you use is the kind form the grocery store that you cook with and also the measurements approx of the Rose hip, vitamin E peanut oil and ACV that you use? Thanks"

06/07/2009: Teresa from Morristown, Tennessee replies: "I just go out in my yard and harvest some wild rose hips. It doesn't matter how much. I take whatever I can find on the rose bushes. I bruise them with the back of a spoon to get them open so the rose hip juice can absorb into the peanut oil. Then I use commercial store bought peanut oil (wish I could afford organic) and fill most of a bottle with it, covering the bruised rose hips and add a dash of vitamin E and a dash of apple cider vinegar. I recently started adding a few drops of orange essential oil because I read about a study scientists did showing that orange scent caused people to appear six years younger."

[YEA]  11/24/2007: Nini from Los Angeles, Ca: "Drinking at least 3 cups of African Red tea, commonly called Rooibos is not only beneficial to your immune system but it also helps your skin stay clear. Also applying blackstrap molasses every night for about an hour after washing your face helps smooth your skin and gives you a glow due to all the vitamins and minerals it contains, and don't forget to take atleast 2 tbspns of it daily to keep regular. I like to put it in my red tea or in some warm almond milk along with some coconut oil, yum yum! Hope this helps all of you."

[SIDE EFFECTS]  10/23/2010: Nalo from Ny, New York replies: "Hi- I was very excited to have found a use for my black strap molasses after reading that it could be used as a facial. So I washed my face and put molasses on my forehead, cheeks, jaw and nose, leaving it on for almost an hour. For two days one day off and then another day on. The morning after the third application I found small bumps completely covering areas where molasses was applied. Im figuring I left it on too long or that it doesnt work for me as a facial... Any comments?"

[YEA]  02/10/2009: Harry from Walsenburg, Colorado, USA: "Facial Wrinkles: I use enough 100% Aloe-Gel to cover the area that I want to treat then apply enough vitamin E liquid to cover the same area well. (Vitamin E liquid is not an oil and will penetrate the skin well by using the Aloe as the vehicle.) I've been using this combination as an after shave for 18 years and don't have tell-tale wrinkles on my face. I'm 87 years old, and people take me for 20 years younger."

01/17/2010: Ron from West Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada replies: "Vitamin E liquid seems to hard to find in Canada. I am wondering if Harry could tell us where he obtains his and what brand of Aloe Vera he uses. I would like to try this as I have very dry skin. Many thanks."

01/17/2010: Bessie from Calgary, Alberta, Canada replies: "Hi Ron - In Canada Vitamin E oil (liquid) can be found at health food stores and even mainstream drugstores like Shoppers Drug Mart or London Drugs. If they don't have any in stock, they can order it for you - ask the pharmacist. Good luck!"

02/05/2010: Ron from West Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada replies: "Thanks Bessie. As you said, I found both items at one of our local health food stores."

[NAY]  05/06/2011: Angela from Vancouver Island, Canada replies: "I have tried this every night for a month with no real changes. I have not noticed any changes in my skin whatsoever. The aloe vera really helps the skin to absorb the vitamin e. I am in my 30's with some acne and some wrinkles and this did not help either problem."

12/16/2009: Shirley from Perth, Western Australia replies: "I have lots of brown scars all over my body because of dermatitis.. I just wanna know if this mixture can help to lessen the darkness of the scars all over me. Its really embarrassing!!!! Please help.. I started to lose my self confidence because of this.."

04/05/2010: Holly V from Greenville, Sc replies: "I had a question to Rob or anyone else who may know. At home I mixed the aloe vera and vitamin e and put it in a glass jar. Then i read the aloe jar, and it said to refrigerate after opening, so i put my mixture in the refrigerator as well. Is this okay? sometimes when i put the mixture on my face (after washing), my face turns bright red and stings. It's not unbearable and i do already notice a good change in my skin. Just wanted to know if maybe i should keep them separate until i apply, or can i store it at room temp after mixing for future use. or is the refrigerator fine? thanks anyone!"

05/05/2010: Mario from Cambridge, Ma replies: "like to know if aloe vera gel and vit e helps with dark spots?"

03/27/2011: Robert from Colorado Springs, Co replies: "Dear Holly from Greenville, I wanted to let you know that I have the same reaction when I apply Aloe to my face. My skin gets red for about an hour or so. It doesn't always happen though, and I wonder if it has to do with how toxic I am because it seems to occur less when I'm staying away from junk food and sugar."

06/29/2011: Cutecat from Nj replies: "Hi can this mixture be applied on oily skin?? Any comments?"

06/29/2011: Carly from Seattle, Wa replies: "Hi Cutecat - I believe the aloe vera would be fine on oily skin, but am not sure on the vitamin E - it may cause a breakout. Maybe do a test area first.

Carly, not a doctor. ;)"

12/13/2011: Becca1 from King George, Virginia Usa replies: "Add lemon and lime juice to the aloe Vera and scrub your face with oatmeal, it will fade the spots, slowly but permanantly, also watch out for open places on your skin it might burn a little but it will heal it... Use rose water for toner :)"

04/18/2012: Sangeeta from Kolkata, West Bengal / India replies: "Can we use forever living aloe vera juices to detoxify body and can we apply aloe vera jelly of dis company for dark patches on face?"

[YEA]  05/09/2012: D.33 from Chicago, Il replies: "Yea - This is a great mixture for anyone looking to firm their skin, speed up any sort of healing process (small cut, use after exfoliation, etc), or rejuvenate dry skin. For acne, it can be effective depending on why you have acne. Sometimes dry skin types will be confused with oily skin types because dry skin tends to over-produce oils to compensate for dryness. If this is the case, vitamin E 100% aloe might work WONDERS for your skin. If you have acne for another reason, the mixture will probably be less effective at clearing your face up (though it will most likely aide in quick healing of acne scars).

I've found that this mixture plus spot treatments of tea tree oil can be quite effective as an acne treatment for most skin types.

NOTE: it's important to use 100% pure aloe vera. Many times if you cannot find this in the skin section of your health food store, you may be able to find it in the digestive health dept."

02/19/2013: Honey from New Orleans, La replies: "I'm 64 yrs old and would like to remove the facial lines. Please send me the name of the Alpha Hydroxy with Retinol & vitamine C. sweety1966 [at] gmail {dot} com. Thanks Very Much"

[WORKED TEMPORARILY]  01/08/2009: GS from Hull, MA/USA: "As I age I've noticed my skin looking very sallow. I'v taken 1200mg of Alpha Lipoic acid daily in the past with good results, however lately it doesn't seem to be working. My skin is very dull and sallow looking. Have tried all sorts of topical creams without any luck. Any home remedy ideas would be greatly appreciated. I feel an internal would work best. luv your website!!"

12/02/2009: Sheila from Singapore replies: "if your skin is dull and sallow it could be lacking moisture and dead cells on the surface may be reason. use papaya to slough off the dead skin = simply pulp the flesh or the fleshy peel and slap it on for 30 mins and wash off as normal. the natural AHA does its thing and takes off the dead cells. To improve moisture eat fruits NOT fruit juice - i dont know how come but it simply works - esp tomatoes, and of course organic if you can find them."

02/28/2011: Suzan from Cheltenham, U.k. replies: "I agree about the pawpaw - but instead of using the fruit there is a product which you can buy called 'Lucas' Pawpaw Ointment. It was bought by my daughter from a main shop in London. I am sure you will find suppliers on the internet. Good Luck."

08/08/2012: Tina from Stokesdale, North Carolina replies: "Beverly, would you please provide the name of the cream that you are using? Send to: tina(at)rlkunz.com"

[YEA]  07/26/2008: Che from Roxas City, Philippines: "My skin suffered the tear and wear of using numerous brands of different brands of cosmetics til the combination of these different chemicals being used on these cosmetics, resulted to facial skin damages. Wrinkles, and the worst which made me embarrassed everytime when people got surprised to see the black spots on my face which i knew from prolong used of differrent chemicals. I have tried numerous products to get rid of it. Some will give me an effect of two weeks but afterward the damaged on my face becomes worst. My face dont seem to response to any cosmetic, the more cosmetics i used the worst it becomes so, i thought of experimenting on natural remedies.I have started making my own formula when i came across this site which made my research more valid. Every night, as i watched tv i massage VCO on my legs and arms it made my skin so soft @ flawless. When i wear skirt, people thought i have stockings on my legs.

For my face, 3x a week, i combined
1 tsp of molasses or
honey
1/4 tsp of ACV [APPLE CIDER VINEGAR]
1/2 tsp of VCO [VIRGIN COCONUT OIL]
1 tsp of turmeric
1/2 tsp of oats

Make to a paste, splash face with warm water and gently massage the paste on your face. Let it stay 10-20minutes. Rinse it with warm water.

Then i toned my face with ACV, Hydrogen peroxide and water and moisturize my face with alternating VCO and grapeseed oil. Amazing it gradually whitened my face naturally, wrinkles free with less expenses. I am 49 yr old grandma with 3 grandchildren mistaken as more years younger than my age. Thanks to this site, it made me more creative combining the natural resources that are abundant in our country Philippines. By the way, i make my own VCO and sell to my friends also. I use VCO externally and internally as it is the cleanest and the cheapest oil on earth. I enjoy the benefit of a monolaurin found in VCO the same benefit found in a mothers milk. I rarely got sick as VCO is a natural antibiotic, that can get rid of viral @ bacterial lepid coated illnesses.Thanks to this heaven sent site and to the people who openly shares thier beneficial testimonies. God Bless Us All as we continue to spread and share the good news. Email me @ let me know how this works with you."

07/30/2008: Della from Inland Empire, California, USA replies: "I had read somewhere that licorice was toxic for some persons.Which diseases are allergic to licorice?"

12/11/2008: Laurie from Sudbury, Ontario replies: "Please tell me what turmeric is. thanks"

EC: http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/turmeric.html

01/07/2009: Laurie from Sudbury, Ontario replies: "Hi , just wondering when you say you "toned your face with ACV, hydrogen proxide and water" now did you mix this together and if so how much of each. Please explain more. Thank you very much"

02/10/2009: Nicole from NYC, NY replies: "JUST A NOTE: this might be obvious, but the turmeric in this face mask may not be suitable for fair skinned folk. unless you would like a nice summer (yellow) hue!"

[SIDE EFFECTS]  09/22/2009: Azg from Toronto, On replies: "So I thought I'd make a Turmeric Face Mask as I did some research and discovered it's great for toning oily skin and helping to clear up blemishes.

A little bit of background. I've pretty much had perfect skin my whole life. Then I had my son. He's now 2. Ever since I was pregnant I started having problem skin. It's gone up and down, but about 2 or 3 weeks ago it got really bad. It's mostly on my cheeks and there are a ton of tiny bumps and a few of the deep red puffy ones. It's driving me crazy.

I came across this site two days ago and I've been drinking 2 teaspoons of Raw, Unfiltered Organic ACV in 1 cup of water, three times a day. I feel energized! I read about people having reactions to the bad bacteria dying off, so I thought I'd combat it with some hydrated Bentonite in the morning on an empty stomach. So far, so good. (but I'm pretty healthy and I eat really healthy and have done mini-cleanses in the past on a fairly regular basis, so the "die off reactions" weren't really a concern for me). I'm also adding about 30 drops of an organic liver tonic (that's mostly Milk Thistle based) to a shot of water, 3 times a day. I think I'll start oil pulling next week too.

Anyway, I came across this thread here and thought I'd do a turmeric mask.

So I made my own and I'll give you reasons for each ingredient added:

2 tablespoons Turmeric (it's the active ingredient here right?)
1 teaspoon honey (it's in most Turmeric masks, plus it's a humectant - meaning it pulls moisture out of the air and into your skin...it's great for skin health)
1 teaspoon castor oil (it's a deep cleanser and slightly drying)
3 drops Sage Oil (it's great for oily skin)
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (it's toning and tightening)
1 tablespoon of milk (to make a paste)

I put it on my freshly washed face and let it sit for 15 minutes. It tingled a little. Maybe it was the lemon juice? Maybe it was the copious amounts of turmeric?!?

I'm yellow. My face is yellow. I rinsed it off and everyone in the house had a good laugh at my expense. I'm like an Oompah Loompah...but yellow.

I applied a 50/50 ACV/Water combo to my face with cotton pads, twice. Both pads came away YELLOW. I rinsed with more water. I gently rubbed with a towel (more yellow came off). But I gave up... I don't want to overdo it with the exfoliation. I figure I can try to get some more of it off tomorrow morning.

I moisturized with a little organic jojoba oil and 1 drop of organic sage essential oil.

I did some thinking... I think the reason I turned yellow is because of the oils I added to the mask. The turmeric stains the oils yellow, which penetrate deeply into the skin and leave their yellow tinge behind.

So be warned. If you decide to do this turmeric mask, DON'T ADD OILS.

I will try this mask again in a few days but without the oils... I shall report back then.

In the meantime feel free to laugh at me. LOL. I am..."

[SIDE EFFECTS]  09/22/2009: Stephanie from East Grand Forks, Mn Usa replies: "I also tried putting on a "turmeric face mask" but I didn't add any oils and my face also turned yellow. My fingers were yellow as well as my pillow case. Maybe turmeric is better being ingested rather than applied topically."

09/23/2009: Tricia from Ireland replies: "I know the feeling. I had to lie through my teeth after mixing HP with ACV instead of HP with borax......very embarrassing and all you can do is laugh. I have very fair skin with a lot of redness. When I want a tumeric mask I just mix it with VCO and leave it on for 10 min at the most and it always comes off quite easily. Maybe it was the type of oils that you used."

09/23/2009: Bee from Mo, Usa replies: "I was worried about turmeric staining as I have fair skin, but I put some turmeric with raw honey and used it as a mask (didn't measure, just threw some together). It washed off just fine, only problem was my fingernails stayed a bit yellow. It seems to tone the skin a bit, I'm hoping it will help reduce my acne."

09/23/2009: Lita209 from Sanford, Fl replies: "I too have done the turmeric mask with coconut oil and honey and I haven't had any problems taking it off. I am thinking that when I make salads with cilantro I usually put lemon juice because it accentuates the flavor of the cilantro, so maybe the lemon juice had to do with it? Just try it without the lemon juice. Good luck!"

09/24/2009: T from Maryland, Usa replies: "I tried this last night on my fair skin using Che's recipe, and it washed off ok. After rinsing I used a microfiber cloth to get the last residue off due to the oil. Then I rubbed in some VCO and blotted off the excess. My skin was very smooth and felt well hydrated. The oil may be a key to preventing staining. I have also read of masks using turmeric mixed with yogurt...will have to look into that."

[YEA]  09/27/2009: Azg from Toronto, On replies: "Thank you to Lita209 from Sanford who recommended I try the Turmeric Mask without Lemon Juice... I just did that and it came out great! I changed the mask up a little bit and I'll post that recipe as well... I did turn a tiny bit yellow, but rinsing well and toning with ACV on a cotton pad helped to remove the residual yellow tinge from my skin!

My skin feels taut and supple. My pores appear smaller, my skin is smoother and softer. If only someone had a remedy for helping fade the reddish/brownish spots that the pimples have left behind.

I have been drinking 2 tsp of ACV in 1 cup of water AT LEAST 3 x per day. My water intake has been about 8 cups of water every day. I've just added Vitamin C to my diet and am slowly building up to 3000mg... I want to get it up to 5000mg but don't want to do it suddenly as I've heard that can cause diarrhea. I've done this Turmeric Mask twice now, but plan to do one every day for the next little while to see if it can help my skin. I've also been toning my skin at least once a day with a mild ACV/Water combo on a cotton pad and it's been helping.

I discovered sage essential oil is really really nice for balancing the oils in my skin. You should premix about 3 drops of it in 5-10mL of a carrier oil (try Organic Coconut Oil or Organic Jojoba Oil). Be careful to not overdo it as it can dehydrate your skin... your skin should feel smooth and supple after you've applied the oil combo (as a moisturizer). If it feels rough you've overdone it with the Sage Oil, dilute the combo with some more Coconut/Jojoba Oil for the next time you moisturize..

I've been cooking with Turmeric for a long time now, as a long time ago I read that people in India have the lowest incidences of cancers and Alzheimer's Disease in the world and that a lot of people attribute it to Turmeric. I think I'll try drinking it with milk to see if I can increase Turmeric content in my day-to-day life...

Does anyone have any all natural at home remedies for helping to fade my acne spots (they're not really scars, just spots) internally and/or externally? THANKS!"

[YEA]  09/28/2009: Gaynor from Manaton, Devon Uk replies: "Hi Azg,

I have been suffering with acne rosacea -red face horrible acne break outs- for 18 months and I have been using a number of remedies to try to clear my skin- My husband said to me yesterday morning "Are you alright? You look pale."-- Yes I do look pale and I could not be happier- my long struggle to rid myself of this debilitating condition has paid off. I take ACV 3 x one tablespoon x three times a day with water. I use ACV topically about three times a day. Sometimes I follow this with a yoghurt face mask- I also use the Turmeric face mask about twice a week. I take turmeric in my breakfast apple with Yogurt ( I always grind a little balck pepper on the tumeric as this helps the body to absorb the it ). I have been using a mixture of a few drops of blackseed oil, neem oil and jojoba oil, triple strenth rosewater, colloidal silver and MSM before bed.

Plus in the last four days I started the Mini beet protocol which I think is responsible for getting rid of the spots on my face- as this was all that was left after all the above treatments- I had controlled the redness almost completly but now the spots have all but faded. The problem is it is hard to say what has done the trick. Using the minibeet protocol needs care because of detox effects - thus far I have had no problems. My skin is glowing, soft and smooth and no spots!!! I hope this helps- best of luck."

09/28/2009: Lita from Sanford, Fl replies: "Can you post your recipe for the turmeric mask so we can compare to what we are using? Thanks!"

09/28/2009: Gaynor from Manaton, Devon Uk replies: "Hi Lita,

The mask I use is based on the Fountain of Youth mask with the following ingredients :-

Tumeric Teaspoon
honey teaspoon
neem oil four drops
acv half teaspoon
rose water half teaspoon
almond oil four drops
jojoba four drops
blackseed oil four drops
yoghut teaspoon

Apply to face and leave for about one hour-I rinse with cold water and then use a mild cream to remove residue. This works well -I try not to make it too runny."

09/29/2009: Jayne from Pensacola, Florida replies: "Turmeric for face mask

I've been drinking turmeric milk and am ready to try it for skin. I see some people have turned yellow using the face mask recipes. One thing I notice is that Lita's recipe only calls for a teaspoon of turmeric, while some of the people who turned yellow used as much as 1-2 tablespoons of turmeric--that's 3-6 times more! I plan to start with just 1/2 tsp and to do a test first on my inner arm near the elbow crease. Even natural remedies have to be used responsibly--no one thing works perfectly for every one. And that said, I love this site!"

12/26/2009: Pam from Brooklyn, Ny replies: "Honey has a heaping amount of Vitamins and minerals, All i do is; 1 tablespoon of honey to a teaspoon of Turmeric. Does not stain, but you know its working because you feel the heat! Keep it cheap and simple! Why waste money on extra stuff, when simple does the job as well! I've tried many other ways, and honey is the only way it does not stain. It takes away that winter dry face and your face does not have that after wash tight dry face feeling, but rather a refreshed one. Maybe you guys should use them oils after the wash, but massage your face with it instead. It works and gives you a youthful look! I've also used Honey on a cut that needed stitches. I didnt want to go to hospital, so i poured honey into it, the wound closed up and no puss or keloids! I do however have a scar, but thats because i gave up soon after! Good luck and keep researching, this is one of the best sights! EVER!

PS: Look into Primrose oil and Rose hip oils or anything in the alpha omegas, they renew skin!"

12/27/2009: Joy from Vancouver, Wa replies: "Where do you put the honey and tumeric? On your face or body. Do you use oil afterwards? I want to try it.
thank you. Joy"

03/26/2010: Michelle from Los Angeles, California replies: "hi i really like our idea simple and cheap..but for how long do i leave on the mask? and doest it take away black spots..thank u so much for sharing this!!!!!"

05/20/2010: Eo Natural Bodycare from Jackson, Michigan replies: "Regarding the Turmeric...you can try the NON STAINING kind called Kasturi Turmeric. This kind is NOT the ingestable kind, but used only as a topical aid. You can find it online and typically ships from over seas. Hope that helps!! Good luck all..."

[YEA]  01/26/2011: Dove from Usa replies: "Oh-my, too much turmeric. As soon as I read the amounts, I thought, hoowhee, it should be more like a Tablespoon of honey and a Teaspoon of turmeric. Even with a teaspoon, it takes a bit of effort to get it all off, but a turmeric mask is definitely worth it. Just gotta remember, a little dab'll do Ya' ;)

I can't say whether the additional ingredients make it more inclined to stain the skin, but I will say it isn't necessary to doctor it up like that. Just the two simple ingredients, T/honey and t/turmeric make a wonderfully good mask."

[WARNING!]  01/26/2011: Diane from Berkeley, Ca replies: "Turmeric stains skin. Period. If you are fair, it can last for days. In India where a haldi mask is applied to arms/legs before weddings it gives a golden glow. Here in the US, when I do it it turns this pasty-pale chick yellow for days if applied straight. If I dilute a 1/4 tsp or so with besan and yogurt as a mask it will come off with enough scrubbing and not stain very deeply. But make no mistake, it stains. And the more of it you use, and the less it is diluted with other ingredients the harder it is to get off. Not a bad thing, but do be warned."

01/27/2011: Rob from Manhattan, Ny replies: "I take it internally as a tincture and notice within a few hours that my skin takes on a warmer, turmeric, tone... Others have noticed as well... similar to juicing with carrots."

08/18/2012: Cayita from Welland, Ontario replies: "I went exactly through the same experience. I read that after you are done with your turmeric mask (it doesn't really matter what else you put in it) you need to apply gram flour ((also known as besan flour, chickpea flour and garbanzo flour) on your face. It will take all the turmeric residue away. You can also put it within the turmeric mask, it won't stain that way :)"

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Apple Cider Vinegar for Beautiful, Healthy Skin

Home Remedy Ingredients:

• Apple Cider Vinegar - 2 Teaspoons
• Water - 16 Ounces

The ACV Tonic is just the thing to get healthy skin, starting from the inside! Mix 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar in 16 ounces of water that you’ll sip throughout the day. You will be keeping your pH in a constant, alkalized state by sipping this highly diluted dosage. Usually 1-2 tall glasses of the concoction are all you’ll need each day.

You can also use a cotton swab dabbed in ACV as a facial wash, cleansing and restoring the skin’s naturally acidic mantle.

12/11/2011: Dianne from Raleigh, North Carolina replies: "The best thing for sagging skin is DMAE. If you do a google search for it, you will find that although there are many things that will improve wrinkles, it is the only thing for sagging skin. As with anything, it improves the skin over time. Also organic chlorella and spirulina are great for everything. I have been taking all of this for about 3 months, to get full benefits, you need to take it for 6 months. I had 8 1/2 hrs. of brain surgery in 2007 and it has helped me tremendously."

03/19/2013: Citygirl27 from Richardson, Tx, Usa replies: "Those knowledgeable on DMAE: Do you use a DMAE skin care product, or do you take DMAE supplements? What strength or dose should we look for?"

10/26/2011: Renee from Hayward, Ca replies: "I have chronic sinusitis, allergies, asthma will this help the sinus are coming once a month now.... Went doctors and ent...... not getting any better so I'm going to try this. I'm very annoyed now......."

11/13/2011: Hazelnut from San Francisco, Ca replies: "I had sinusitis for a long time & I also went to Doctors & ent's but it did not help me - However today I no longer have sinusitis because I found the simple natural cure that cured me in 1 week only -- 1st it's important to raise the head of your bed at least 6 inches up higher when you sleep than you normally would -- I put 1 really large pillow between the mattresses at the head of the bed to raise my head 6 inches higher & wow what a difference it made & 2nd I took 100% natural Olive Leaf extract Standarized capsules and today I am 100% cured & it never came back - Olive leaf is a natural antibiotic that worked a miracle for me & my family!! *Make certain the olive leaf capsules you purchase is top quality olive leaf 100 % pure!! Best Wishes"

09/10/2010: Carla from Kentwood, Mi replies: "For a year now I have applied raw organic Apple Cider Vinegar directly to my face after I shower. I do drint 2T of vinegar/water when I remember but it is the vinegar directly on my skin that makes the difference. This is a facelift in a jar! I'm not kidding. I have people comment how good my skin looks from it. I stopped using it for several months and I started to look older. This stuff literally takes 10 years off of your age. It tightens up your skin (even on your neck) and brightens. I use 2 squares of toilet tissue (cotton balls are good but soak up so much) and gently swipe over my face, neck, collarbone area and anywhere else I need a lift. I don't rinse it off just put moisturizer and makeup over when it dries. My skin looks new, dewey and fresh. No need to exfoliate so I save money on products. It restores your skin to the same PH after washing and bumps/blemishes are diminished so I use it on my body where needed. Be careful: I don't go in the sun without rinsing it off though because it is an acid and make cause burn in direct sun. Love it!!"

09/27/2010: Vina from Richards Bay, Kwazulu Natal, South Africa replies: "I am interested in trying the ACV and VCO remedies. Where would I be able to purchase the raw materials. Regards

Vina"

EC: Some information on where to buy apple cider vinegar in South Africa here: http://earthclinic.com/Remedies/apple_cider_vinegar_buy3.html#SOUTH-AFRICA

12/13/2010: Sharon from Johannesburg, South Africa replies: "Hi I would liketo use the ACV as you suggest but it is very warm here and then one smells of vinegar. Will it still be effective if I rinse it off after awhile?"

12/14/2010: Leslie from New Castle, Pa replies: "Use the ACV at night before bedtime."

12/17/2010: Finally from Charleston, Wv replies: "The smell tends to go away in minutes. But you can use it at night before bed and rinse in the morning. Or where it around the house for an hour or so and then rinse."

01/12/2010: Patricia from Houston, Tx replies: "To Amber of Greensboro, NC. She used the vinegar on her skin. The trick is to intake equal portions of acv and honey mixed with water. Take 1 tsp. of mixture in an 8 oz. glass of water 2X day. Do not use on the skin. Also, the honey helps to neutralize the acid in the vinegar so that it doesn't cause any side affects to internal organs.

I may buy an 8 oz jar of honey, pour it into another container, then fill the honey jar with acv and mix the 2 together (shake well)and the remedy is 1 tsp. of mixture in 8 oz. glass of water 2x day."

03/07/2009: Dianna from Austin, Tx replies: "ACV is very strong. it is similar to a chemical peel on skin - it removes the top layer and also increases blood circulation to the skin. so redness is normal - but it should go away after about 30 minutes.

try diluting the ACV 1/2 and 1/2 with water. if you still get this symptom - you can try a miracle whip facial: spread miracle whip (contains vinegar and other ingredients) on your face in a thin layer. leave it on for 10 minutes. then rub your face with your fingertips and little balls of stuff will come off. keep rubbing til no more ball of dead skin and miracle whip come off and then use a warm damp washcloth to steam your face. wipe your face clean and use cold water to splash your skin.

also it would probably be good to do clay masks. you can get bentonite clay at the health food store and some grocery stores under the name of indian healing clay. this will clean out your pores and also take off the top layer of dead skin.

i have had the best luck with using sandalwood powder to clean my skin. you can buy sandalwood powder very cheaply at indian grocery stores - it is called chandan. what i do is wet my face and hands and apply a small amount - 2 or three damp fingers dipped into the powder - onto my wet hands and massage it onto my face and neck. then i apply a warm damp cloth and steam my skin for a minute - and then wipe it off and rinse with warm and then cool water.

afterwards i apply a tiny amount of virgin coconut oil or jojoba oil"

03/09/2009: Amber from Greensboro , NC replies: "Thanks for your response! :) I'll try this when I get home."

04/15/2009: Kula from Waimanalo, Hawaii replies: "Maybe you should start with a diet that will help you with your skin. At this point, after hearing a lot of other suggestions, you must always remember that not everything tried works just for anyone because the symptoms sound relative to your skin condition. You are describing a problem very common to everyone, but now, step out of the box, and think outside the box. You are so busy looking to "put something else" to treat your problem skin, when it looks as if you're "adding" more problems to your current and lasting situation.

This sounds like it's time to change your diet first. Pay attention to your diet instead, and look at what you're eating. Your outer appearance reflects your insides. This may not be an "immediate" solution, but it is rewarding.

Try this:

Avocado is an awesome face food. It is abundant in essential oils and B-complex vitamins that will nourish your skin inside and out. Avocados contain a lot of niacin (vitamin B3) which is especially important for healthier skin. Niacin is anti-inflammatory, soothes irritated, red and blotchy skin. What you can do to intake your daily need is blend half an avocado with yogurt and frozen berries to make a creamy, nutty flavored morning smoothie.

Mangoes contain vitamin A which maintains and repairs skin cells. It is also an antioxidant that fights free radical damage that can prematurely age the skin, which I read in your bio that you have a problem with.

Almonds provide 150% of your daily need for vitamin E, which is great for your complexion.

Cottage Cheese contains selenium which is an essential mineral, and combining it with vitamin E will create a powerful free radical-fighting antioxidant duo.

Acerola cherries supplies 100% of your daily allowance for vitamin C. So, as an antioxidant, vitamin C fights skin damage and wrinkles, producing collagen, the structural protein in your skin.

Oysters fight pimples because they are rich in zinc. The mineral affects sebum production, a deficiency may contribute to acne. Zinc also helps boost elastin (the skin's protein) production with the aid of vitamin C.

Baked potatoes -- Eat one baked potato (w/skin); it is an essential mineral that works with vitamin C and zinc to produce the elastin fibers that support skin structure.

Mushroom is rich in riboflavin (vitamin B2). Riboflavin is involved in tissue maintenance and repair, and improves skin blemishes caused by rosacea.

Flaxseed oil is the best source of essential fatty acid that contains Omega 3s. 1tsp of flaxseed oil per day provides just enough Omega 3s to hydrate the skin. Keep in mind fatty acids also dilute sebum and unclog pores that otherwise leads to acne.

Wheat Germ is a good source of biotin, a B vitamin that is crucial to skin health. Just sprinkle wheat germ on yogurt for a tasty way to get more biotin in your diet."

[NAY]  01/07/2010: Olivia from Mississauga, On replies: "Hi,

Could someone tell me how long I have to drink ACV to see the results? I've started drinking it 6 weeks ago and my skin got worse!! I also use it as a toner and nothing!! Should I continue drinking it? Thanks"

01/08/2010: Merryanne from Orange City, Florida, Usa replies: "Hello, this is Merryanne in FL,,,there was very little information about the way you used the ACV,,I do the following,,in the morning on an empty stomach I take 2 tablespoons of ACV in a large cup or pint size jar and add 1/4 teaspoons of baking soda, let it fizz out and fill the container with cold water, I drink it down befor I have breadfast, some like to use a quart of water and sip over a longer time, but I do not have a lot of time, and I repeat at least one or two more times before bedtime, I do this 4 or 5 days a week., it is good to do before a meal or and hour after."

02/18/2010: Maribel from Windham, Ct replies: "I am sorry to hear it did not work for you. I have developed adult acne and tried so many products--non have worked. I finally tried organic apple cider vinegar. I diluted ACV with water and with a cotton ball I cleaned my face (at night). The following morning my face was soft and the redness of my acne was cleared. I am happy! My daughter had severe sinus during the winter.....she started taking one teaspoon of ACV following one teaspoon of organic local honey and to our amazed her sinus cleared and she has not gotten it since:) This was a remedy her grandpa taught her and she is only ten years old and very commited to taking a teaspoon of ACV and honey everyday. This is the best product ever. We use the "mother" apple cider and local organic honey."