Flowers, Spices, Honey: This Quick At-Home Facial Will Save Your Winter Skin

We know, we know, beauty DIYs can seem like Pinteresty click-bait, right? Don't be so quick to brush them off! The power of a good home mini-facial can't be underestimated --when done right.  We trust the maker of plant-based skincare line, Cocoruto, who designed this quick at-home facial - a steam, cleanse and mask routine we're trying ASAP. Winter skin run amok? Caroline is all over it. Here are a few of her insights on the winter season and the ingredients in this facial... I am not a fan of winter here in New England. One of the most effective ways to deal with the cold weather is to keep hydrated and eat lots of vegetables. In the summer it’s so much easier to access fresh local veggies. We had a CSA this past season with an amazing local organic farm. Eating in season creates such a strong connection to food, and knowing the farmers is a huge bonus. I find that it just means more meal planning in the winter months. We cook lots of soups, and try to make bone broth frequently, which has many benefits for skin. Externally, it’s important to avoid stripping your skin’s natural oils, which can lead to skin issues. For me, stripping means excessive dryness, which used to lead me to break out. For other skin types, it may cause more oil production, also potentially leading to breakouts. Using a gentle cleanser or a cleansing oil will help to balance oil production and your skin will be much happier for it. Changing seasons means change in routines and will likely have an effect on skin. Herbal facial steams are perfect to use as part of a quick mini-facial to help clear out your pores and encourage circulation. Since I have sensitive skin, I don’t steam for very long and I don’t completely cover my head with the towel. The steam can be intense, so I take breaks frequently. The oats, honey and cinnamon mask is also a great way to help cleanse pores and soften skin. These are ingredients that most of us already have in our kitchen, and together they are like magic. Like all of the ingredients I use in the line, they are also very gentle. Raw honey is amazing as a cleanser or a mask all by itself. It is antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, acts as a humectant, and contains lots of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. You really can’t go wrong with using raw honey as part of your regular skincare routine! [olists num=1][olists num=2][olists num=3]

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