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Beautiful Skin Remedies
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OIL PULLING, ACV, BAKING SODA, COCONUT OIL
[YEA] 12/07/2008: Gr8ful Gal in Cleveland from Cleveland, Ohio writes: "I just want to thank Earth Clinic for such helpful health advice. I was already using ACV. (*1/2 cup in the morning). But I noticed my depression worsening I was thinking of going to a therapist. When one night I was internet surfing and found this site. I also kept having migraine headaches. (of course) no doctor, or medicines helped. I ran across the oil pulling remedies. So, I tried it. The results are great!!!! The oil pulling (first thing in the morning) *1/2 a cup its the BEST THING I could have done. Its healthy for me and has no negative side effects. My depression has gone away!!! I sleep better, I am not restless, my mood swings have diminished. I have so much energy its ridiculous!!! I can feel and see the difference. I have also tried the BSS (Baking Soda Scrub) I add honey and a little water until it thickens to my liken. (I have oily/combo skin). I used ACV as a toner,(diluted with water on a cotton ball). VCO (Virgin Coconut Oil) as a moisturizer. (very thin amount) My face glowed. I only do it 3x a week. It is so great to have all these resources at hand. And they are so inexpensive. Thank You so much!!! Earth Clinic."
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OIL PULLING, TOMATOES, MOLASSES, BROWN SUGAR SCRUB, HYDROGEN PEROXIDE
[YEA] 02/20/2007: Deonnise from Arima, Trinidad writes: "A COMBINATION OF REMEDIES, learnt from this site, is ridding acne from my face. A problem I have struggled with for years is finally saying Bye-Bye! I have introduced my body to OIL PULLING; I alternate days by eating either 1 TOMATO or 1 tbsp MOLASSES first thing in the morning. I do the BROWN-SUGAR SCRUB twice per week. I use HYDROGEN PEROXIDE after washing face; wash pillowcase regularly; apply VIT E before bed; apply a different FACE MASK once per week; apply CLEAR TAPE over troubled areas and peel away dead skin cells once per week. I also drink water regularly (spring/purified/tap). Thank you Earth Clinic for alternatives, and thank you fellow readers for sharing your tips."
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1 YEA
[YEA] 04/15/2009: Sarah from Vero Beach, Fl writes: "Beautiful Skin: There were scientific studies done in the cosmetic industry to determine the best oil for penetration into the skin. The 3 that were able to actually penetrate the deepest were Olive oil, Coconut oil and Avocado oil. I personally think Avocado oil is the best, it has the closest composition to olive oil though. However, I love coconut milk for my face as well.. it is baby soft and absorbs very quickly. Shea butter for the body is wonderful as well!"
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[YEA] 07/02/2009: Teekup from Metrowest, MA writes: "I started taking two 1200 mgs capsules of omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9 (fish, flax & borage oils) this week. I noticed in just a few days that my skin was glowing! I have mild rosacea (looks like I have a permanent sunburn across my cheeks and nose), sensitive, combination skin. I usually have dry patches and the occasional pimple as well. It's frustrating to find any products that my skin can tolerate and make it look good! I usually just use castile soap to wash. I had no idea how fast my skin would turn around for the better! It's smooth, glowing (not shiny) with no dry spots and no new acne. I highly recommend the omegas for beautiful skin!"
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[YEA] 08/19/2008: Tercno from Johannesburg, South Africa writes: "For younger looking skin forever, eat 5 oranges per day, that is it! You'll be surprised at the things nature has provided us with."
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1 WARNING!
[WARNING!] 08/03/2009: Rebecca from Las Vegas, Nv writes: "Beware of product ingredients: Even though my Dermotogist recommended Cetaphil, I am not comfortable with the ingredients. Cetaphil has PARABENS (a preservative that is linked with allergic reations, skin rashes and has shown up in breast cancer tumors), PEG (enhances the absortion of other ingredients in cetaphil and is know to cause ezcema, hives and can interfere with your reproductive health), SLS (cheap detergent in soaps/shampoos and causes eye irritation, dry scalp, and strips skins natural oils), PETROLATUM (inexpensive moisturizer that leaves a film on your skin preventing it from breathing, sweating, and releasing toxins in your skin).If you look up POD, you will find that most websites do not recommend using any SLS (sodium lauryl sulfate). Also, if you look up CETAPHIL FAQ on their website you will find some information about parabens without informing you of its causes. FYI, Galderma is also linked with acne prescription drugs which is linked to our dermotologist who get kick backs from this company. Be aware of how these companies work together for money. I have tried the ACV and recommend using it. I am going to my local health food store to get more information on a natural cure. My derm did give me antibiotics and doxy...which Im not wanting to take. Best wishes."
EC: Thanks, Rebecca. What condition are you treating? Until we hear back, we're putting your post on the skin care remedies page!
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1 YEA
[YEA] 09/20/2007: Steve from Phoenix, USA writes: "I have become a huge fan of Ozonated Olive Oil. First off it's definitely the best all natural underarm deodorant I've ever used. Only have to use it every other day. It works for insect bites, speeds wound healing, burns, etc. But I've found it really helps reduce wrinkles if used consistently over a couple week period. I suppose the oxygen is being absorbed into the skin and rejuvenating the tissue. I'm going to keep experimenting with this and see how far I can turn back the clock. It's not even that expensive. I bought a 1 oz jar online for only $5.99 and it usually lasts our family of four about three months. Great stuff!"
09/20/2009: Aul from Tampa, Florida replies: "Where do you purchase ozonated oil? Any certain brand? My local health stores do not carry this product. Thank you!"
EC: Here are a few suppliers: http://www.google.com/products?q=ozonated+olive+oil&hl=en&aq=0&oq=Ozonated
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[YEA] 01/06/2008: Diana from Vinings, GA writes: "I have been using pure shea butter on my hands and cracked feet since the weather turned cool. I also apply it around my nose to help cracked, peeling skin from contact dermatitis. It is one of the few moisturizers that doesn't aggravate the condition! Well, recently I ran out of my expensive Q10 face cream and decided, it being winter and my skin being dry, that I would use the shea butter on the rest of my face. So I took about a dime size from the container and rubbed it in my palms, (it is solid and needs to be "melted") and then massaged it into my skin. The next day I noticed that my pores were visibly smaller! I have continued to do this each night to see what happens.. I wake up in the morning with my face glowing and it is not my imagination, my pores are smaller. I really massage the butter into my skin with small circular movements -- my face gets a little red from the increase of circulation from the massage. I am not sure I can keep using shea butter in hot summer months (too oily) but certainly during cool weather! My bottle of shea butter cost about $4.00. I will let you know if my forehead creases disappear. So far, the lines around my eyes are less noticeable, but no such luck on the forehead!"
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[YEA] 01/03/2007: Papia from India writes: "Raw Cabbage salad has cured my dry, flaky skin and fatigue : ). I started having raw cabbage salad every morning after exercise for the last few weeks and I wasn't feeling tired the whole day and to top that my skin started glowing & feeling smooth .... !! I sure do love cabbage and now its like a ritual for me to have a bowl of raw cabbage salad every morn"
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1 YEA
[YEA] 03/10/2009: Julia from Davis, CA writes: "Raw Food Diet- I've been eating raw food for 2 meals a day- lots of oranges, apples, carrots, avocados, TOMATOES, cucumbers (to be exact) and my skin has been so nice!
I usually dab diluted 1:1 apple cider vinegar and water onto my face with a cotton ball and then moisturize with lotion or coconut oil. BUT with the raw food diet, my skin has been exceptionally soft. I cannot stop touching my face throughout the day!"
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1 QUESTION
[QUESTION] 01/15/2009: Vicky from Macau writes: "Natural Preservatives:
Can anyone advise if it's Possible, and How - to use Colloidal Silver and/or Hydrogen Peroxide and/or ozonated/oxygenated water as a form of Natural Preservatives for skin care products made with raw herbal powder and botanical oils?
Would there be averse reaction with such high potency and actives? How would we test how to use these germ killing agents?
Your advice is greatly appreciated.
Vicky"
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10/09/2009: Merryanne from Orange City, Florida, USA writes: "Need some advice about skin cracking open on my right forfinger and the skin in the middle of my thumb...
This is Merryanne in central Florida, I have been having a problem with my right hand, or really my right forefinger and the skin between the finger and thumb. I am doing everything I can,,,and some times it clears up for a few days,,then it starts cracking open, little 1/4 inch raw sting places,, I have applied vinegar, or acv and borax, and the last 3 weeks I have been using DMSO, and it has reoccured 2 times, now I am frustrated, I need some advise and Ideas from everyone out there in the EC field. Thank you from Merryanne"
10/09/2009: Julie from Macon, Georgia replies: "Hi Merryanne, I am having the same issue as you and I am wondering when your splitting skin issue started? Mine started last week, literally overnight. I woke up with my skin cracked on 2 knuckles and then on one fingertip. I was wondering if the sudden cooler weather triggered it. I am trying liquid bandaid and it is slowly healing but not nearly as quickly as a regular wound would heal. I also have split skin issue in the exact same area that you describe, between the thumb and index finger. My doctor told me years ago it was a wart. It comes and goes every winter. Maybe the splitting skin issue on my knuckles is related and is a fungal infection. That or I am thinking some kind of vitamin deficiency. Let me know if you have any luck!"
10/09/2009: T from Baltimore, Md, USA replies: "I don't have an answer for your condition, but have two suggestions that might help at least a little while you figure out the cause. First, be sure to use a gentle, natural-based soap for hand washing. We usually use one from the famous "All-One" doctor. The other suggestion would be regular intake of fish oils. When I am consistent about taking those, my skin really reflects it. Oil pulling would probably help, too. My son's hands became horrifically dry last winter; they looked like reddish gloves, had a thick, rough texture and would crack. No amount or kind of lotion helped, but the soap change and fish oils helped him dramatically and finally cleared it up."
10/10/2009: Tricia from Ireland replies: "This split skin will happen between the toes when there is athletes foot present. So you should probobly treat it as a fungal infection. Between the toes there would also be signs of itchiness and tenderness because of lack of air, sweating and friction which would give clearer indications of an infection but these won't necesarily be present on the fingers.More frequent applications of any treatment will be required as even simple things like rubbing the hair will remove or reduce the remedies of choice whereas on the feet, shes and socks keep it in place.
I get split skin right on the corner of the tip of the nail and the area around it will harden. It also gets very sore. My treatment of choice is citricidal which is a combination of grapefruit seed oil and glycerin. The glycerin allows the gse to go under the fingernail and I also keep the treatment going for about a week longer once I believe it has cleared as the human eye cannot see a fungal infection in its beginning or last stages. At this stage it could only be seen under a microscope. Good luck."
10/12/2009: Merryanne from Orange City, Florida, USA replies: "I hope I have found the answer. I read the information about the fugus eating/infecting peoples skin from a scratch. So, I am using creams that have sulfur in them, the first one was one that was left from previous uses for the kids,,it kills spores,,,but you can get vetinarian ointments,,just so it has sulfur,,,I put the sporin cream on and the cracks stoped burining, I put a bandage over it, 4 hours later my skin looked a lot beter,,but I am still puting it on and trying to keepi t dry,,but being my reght had,,that is hard to do. Shall report in a few days. merryanne"
10/13/2009: Merryanne from Orange City, Florida, USA replies: "I have been applying a cream with sulfur in it and my skin is getting better every day, at this time it is not spletting any more, it is slowling healing. So i will continue to apply the cream. Merryanne"
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1 YEA
[YEA] 10/11/2009: Lauren from Whitehorse, Yt writes: "There are two different treatments you can use to get beautiful glowing skin.
1.Use organic rice to clear your skin problems. All you do is add water to a cup of organic rice, let it soak for about 5-10 mins. Then use paper towel or a sponge of some sort to put it on your face. People who work with rice have very soft hands.
2. Egg whites. Use organic eggs, no pesticides are in them. Drain whites into a bowl, whip them till foamy. Then put on your face. Leave it on till it dries like a mask. Then wash it off. Leave on for about 5 mins (until crusty)
Other things you can do is take ACV, vitamin e and primerose oil. Good luck"
10/11/2009: Tee from Chicago, IL replies: "So do you use the water left from the rice the rice itself? Do you wash it off after a while or leave it? How often should it be done?"
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[YEA] 03/11/2008: Altaire from Lindsay, Canada writes: "I have never had such clear skin as when I lived in India ... I would buy a large bottle of pure Rose Water ... I would wash with that only. Clearest skin ever. Supermarkets do sell pure Rose Water (no glycerin) here in the spices aisles usually ... much cheaper than health food stores. Test different kinds as brands seem to have different strengths. Pour rose water in your hand and splash on face.
Also Super Silver (colloidal) is incredible for healing your face (inside and out) or any other part of you."
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[YEA] 11/20/2009: Ratgirldjh from Austin, Texas, USA writes: "organic cold pressed sesame oil... wow! i have begun using this oil for everything!!!
my skin loves it - i use it for moisturizing and before i get in the bath - and massage.
it is wonderful to massage your whole body (face included) and then scrub with handfuls of epsom salts!!! then just rinse off the epsom salts and massage the rest of the sesame oil into your skin!!!
i also use this as nose drops - and it really helps my allergies!!!
and of course i use it for oil pulling!
i have tried VCO, EVOO, etc. and organic cold pressed sesame oil is the best for me!!!
try it if you have dry or aging skin - i promise you will love it. and if the smell bothers you a few drops of lavender or other essential oil fixes this!!!
YAY!"
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[YEA] 03/07/2007: Jea from Sacramento, CA writes: "I've enjoyed healthy formulas for 30 years. I even made a product with vinegar. Vinegar bleaches and shrinks pores and sold it to 10s of thousands. The other is shark cartilage oil. Shrinks skin growth about 50% and tightens skin also. Stay healthy and peaceful!"
03/20/2007: Cynthia from Los Angeles, USA replies: "On 3/7/07 in Fountain of Youth Jea from Sacramento, CA wrote that shark cartilage oil shrinks skin growth. What I want to know is how do you take it internally? or rub in on your skin? Any response and info on this will be appreciated."
03/29/2007: Maria from Lemoore, USA replies: "I would also like to know where to obtain shark cartilage oil for skin shrinkage. I can only find shark liver oil. I think this is what Cynthia was referring to in her question. You can probably ingest it as it is rich in Vitamin A."
07/14/2008: Terry from London, Canada replies: "I believe Preperation H has been used for this, and it has this in it. However I do believe the original formula is only now sold in Canada"
07/14/2008: Michelle from Kenosha, WI replies: "Where do you buy Shark Cartiladge Oil?"
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1 YEA
[YEA] 10/14/2005: Harriett from Savannah, GA writes: "Make a big smile while cleansing, and moisturizing your face. There is something about the massaging effect of your face while it's in a smiling expression that makes it give off a beautiful glow. Also, smiling at your reflection while giving tender loving care to your skin somehow has a positive mental effect on your complexion, and your entire day!!"
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1 YEA
[YEA] 12/17/2007: trisha from crescent city, calif. writes: "ive been using noxzema skin wash since i was 11 or 12 yrs old, im now 54, and people say i look much younger than i am, at least 40 or 41 yr old, my face is not wrinkled or messed up like most 53 yr olds,i wash with cool water, then use noxzema skin wash, rinse, then put light cream on my face.
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1 QUESTION
[YEA] 01/25/2008: Tilly from Sussex, UK writes: "What keeps wrinkles at bay. I have Ehlers_Danlos Syndrome and most people with this condition have very youthful looks. I definitely wouldn't recommend a genetic defect to keep you looking young but it does help ;) No, but seriously, make your own soap, I do, and everybody who uses it always comes back for more. I only use sunflower oil or olive oil to make it with, far better than the animal fat they use commercially. Also home made soap still has the glycerin left in which commercial soap doesn't . Namaste x"
[QUESTION] 01/24/2009: Che from Roxas City, Phil replies: "Hello Tilly, I'm an avid fan of this site. Canyou please share to me your recipe for your soap which is oil based? Pls include the proportion of your ingridients. I want to try yout formula. Thanks a lot, Che"
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[YEA] 12/08/2007: Luvey from New York, NY writes: "1. Wash face with glycerin soap only. 2. Use witch hazel as astringent. 3. Use Oil of Olay as moisturizer. Have been doing this for many years and I look 20 years younger than my age. Don't forget neck shoulders and chest. Also use vaseline on feet and hands at night."
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[YEA] 12/05/2007: Brenda from Palo Alto, California writes: "I use as little as possible any invasive soaps on my face. I like Basis and I wash my face in warm water and ALWAYS finish with very cold water. I am told that i look 10 to 15 years younger than my actual age 52."
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[YEA] 11/28/2007: Linda from Memphis, TN writes: "Clear Dry Skin . I'm a 42 year old female, often mistaken for 28 years old. I've suffered with dry skin, growing up but if you used only pure mild soaps with moisturizers and cocoa butter it will work wonders on dry skin."
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[YEA] 05/26/2008: Stephanie from Salt Lake City, Utah writes: "I am amazed people! I had old depressed acne scars on my face and was very discolored. Four days after doing the first of five Fraxel laser resurfacing treatments, I broke out in new acne and sandpaper type bumps under the surface of my skin. I stopped using the creams the Doctor gave me and went to this routine:
I wash my face in plain baking soda, then I put raw organic honey, cinnamon, sea salt, a splash of lemon juice and a splash of ACV in the palm of my hand-mix it together and spread it on my face.I leave it on ten or so minutes while I drink a Tbls. or so of ACV in water, rinse my mouth in baking soda and brush my teeth. Then I rinse my face off in tepid water and dry.
I have a spritz bottle that I filled half with lemon juice and half with ACV and a little distilled water so it wouldn't sting and I spray my face with that.
Then I have another bottle filled with Lavender, tea tree, grapeseed and helychrisum oils that I spray on and let air dry.
I cannot tell you people what a miracle this is! My face is looking beautiful! It cleared up the acne and surface bumps in less than two days. I wake up to tight, smooth soft skin. My tone and texture are amazing. I never wear makeup anymore. I swear by this stuff!!! I love also what the fraxel is doing for my scars and color. I have only had one treatment so far and the results will take longer to be complete, but I will never use anything on my face again that you can't eat. I go in for my next laser treatment this week, and the first thing I will put on my red swollen face when I get home is honey. Honey, ACV and Lemon juice are fantastic! My teenage daughter is doing this same routine and has gone from a pimply to perfect complexion in under a week. We love it!"
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[YEA] 11/11/2007: Skincare from Belfast, Northern ireland writes: "When I had dry skin I mixed some Sudo cream with vaseline and rubbed it on my face and left it over night it must be during the night because it makes ur face look really oily and white. Then in the morning I washed it off and my skin had improved it looked more radient. At the moment I have spots and dry skin so I am trying another remedy I mixed one drop of toothpaste with some mose foundation and a drop of sudo cream my face feels fresh. Next time i will mix two drops of oil to make it smooth. If u are a person with really oily skin then apply talk to ur face over night as this will dry the oil and purify it too."
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[YEA] 03/25/2009: Angie from Claremont, CA writes: "Tibicos: (Chinese mushroom, kefir) cured my constipation, blemishes on cheeks .
I haven't heard of anyone posting anything on Tibicos also known as (Chinese mushroom, kefir)
Little bit of info: The Chinese mushroom was sent to Mexico by Mother Teresa from Calcutta with the desire to help to cure persons, especially those with few resources or living in remote places where there are no doctors or medicines. It is good for arthritis, migraines, cancer, heart, digestive system, liver, muscles, nerves, eyes, skin, lungs, kidneys, and blood. In addition it keeps body temperature regulated, and drinking it helps alcoholics to quit.
Well anyway, I gave it a try after my mom urged me to drink it. I drank the brew and noticed that my constipation that I had been dealing for months went away. It totally cleans out my system. I also noticed that the blemishes that I have had on my cheeks for many years are starting to fade. I could barely notice them now. I just started drinking the brew about 3 weeks ago. My skin looks radiant. A friend just asked me the other day what I was doing to my skin because it was just glowing. I've always had dry flaky skin and to get a compliment like that was just awesome. Anyway, just wanted to share what it did for me. I think that people should know about it."
EC: More about tibicos and a typical recipe here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tibicos
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