Soap and toner with apricots

With apricots, the true protagonists of the summer table, you don't just stock up on betacarotene: these precious allies of the summer tan They also prove to be a natural ingredient for creating excellent DIY cosmetics for health care, especially for the skin. Let yourself be amazed by the cosmetic properties of apricots by preparing a natural toner, very simple to make and ready to use. Crush the pulp of 4 apricots in a mortar and pestle. apricots very ripe (if the skin is very dehydrated, also add a peach) and mix them with a spoonful of honey is one of almond oil (An alternative ingredient is plain yogurt.) You will thus obtain a uniform mixture to apply to your freshly washed face, removing it after 20 minutes with a cotton pad soaked in warm water. This treatment repeated twice a week allows you to refund Firms skin by combating wrinkles on the neck, forehead, and around the eyes. Low cost, natural ingredients, and guaranteed results.

APRICOT SOAP

This soap can be prepared with minimal effort and after less than a week it is ready to be used by the whole family. Put 250 g of dried apricots In a large pot filled with water, bring to a boil and then let the fruit rest for at least 30 minutes, covered and with the heat off. Once they are soft enough, drain them, blend them and cook them for 15 minutes in a bain-marie together with Marseille soap grated, stirring occasionally. When the mixture becomes smooth, add 4 tablespoons of oil and two of ground ginger, mixing well. Then pour everything into molds (previously sprinkled with talcum powder) and let it dry for 5-6 days: the result is a soap with an intense and spicy scent.

HAIR PACK WITH APRICOTS

Method

• Blend three apricots (they must be very ripe) with a teaspoon of flaxseed oil and a teaspoon of coconut oil.
• Alternatively, you can use two teaspoons of extra virgin olive oil.
• Add plain yogurt and form a creamy mixture that will be your compress.
• Apply the mixture to damp hair.
• Leave it on for 15-30 minutes, keeping your hair tied up with a shower cap.
• Rinse off the mask and wash your hair.

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