home remedies

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ACNE, BLACKHEADS, AND PIMPLES:
Dab a small amount of toothpaste (paste, not gel) on pimples before
bed; this helps dry out the pimples.
Mix equal amounts of lemon juice and rose water, apply to face with a
cotton ball, and allow to set for 30 minutes before rinsing. 15-20 days
of this application helps cure pimples and also helps to remove
blemishes and scars.
Apply fresh lemon juice on the affected area overnight. Wash it off
with warm water next morning.
For acne that hasn't seemed to respond to anything, steep 2-3 tsp.
dried basil leaves in 1 cup boiling water for 10-20 minutes, cool, and
apply to affected area with a cotton ball.




BAD BREATH:
Boil some cinnamon bark in a cup of water. Store it in a clean bottle
in your bathroom. Use it as a mouthwash frequently.
Parsley leaves are rich in chlorophyll, nature's own deodorizer. Chew
some leaves regularly and your breath will remain fresh.
You can chew some cardamom seeds to sweeten your breath.




DAMAGED, DRY HAIR:

A nourishing conditioner for dry or damaged hair, which can be used for
all hair types: Separate the white of an egg from the yolk, whip it to
a peak. Add 1 Tbsp. water to the yolk and blend until the mixture is
creamy. Then mix the white and yolk together. Wet your hair with warm
water, remove the excess moisture, and apply the mixture to your scalp
with your fingertips. Massage gently until the froth is worked into your
scalp, and then rinse the hair with cool water. Keep applying the
mixture until it is used up and then rinsed until all of the egg is washed
away.




DANDRUFF:
Pour distilled white vinegar onto the hair, as close to the scalp as
you can manage; massage into the scalp; and allow to dry for several
minutes before washing as usual. Repeat daily until the dandruff
disappears, usually within a few days.




HAIR LIGHTENER:
To lighten hair, use 1/4 cup chopped fresh rhubarb to 2 cups boiling
water. Cool, strain, and apply as a rinse.




GUM IN HAIR:
Soak the gum-coated hair in Coke® and it should wipe out easily.




DARK CIRCLES AROUND EYES:
Make a paste out of 1 tsp. tomato juice, 1/2 tsp. lemon juice, a pinch
of turmeric powder, and 1 tsp. of flour. Apply around eyes. Leave on
for 10 minutes before rinsing.




DRY SKIN:
Combine 1-cup oatmeal, 1-cup warm water, 1 Tbsp. vanilla extract, and
1/2-cup baking soda in a blender or food processor until you have a
smooth paste. Pour this paste under the running water while drawing the
bath. Very soothing to dry, itchy skin.




OILY SKIN:
For oily skin, mix 1/2 cup cooked oatmeal, 1 egg white, 1 Tbsp. lemon
juice, and 1/2 cup mashed apple into a smooth paste. Apply to face and
leave on 15 minutes. Rinse.




SUNBURN:
Mix 2 tsp. tomato juice and 1/4 cup buttermilk. Apply to affected area.
Rinse after 1/2 hour.




FACIAL CLEANSER:
Mix 2Tbsp. cornstarch, 2Tbsp. glycerin, and 1/2-cup water until smooth.
Heat in a small pan placed in a water bath inside another pan. Heat
until thick and clear; it will have the consistency of pudding. Do not
boil. Cool completely, Use in place of soap to cleanse your skin. (If
mixture is too thick, you may thin it by adding a little water, 1 Tbsp. at
a time, until you reach the desired consistency. )




WRINKLES & SKIN FRESHENER:
Combine 2 Tbsp. vodka, 1 Tbsp. fennel seeds, and 1 1/2 tsp. honey. Stir
well and allow to set for 3 days. Strain mixture. Use full strength or
add 2 Tbsp water to dilute. Use a cotton ball to apply to face as a
toner.
Apply coconut oil on the portions of skin and face where wrinkles set
in and gently massage every night at bedtime.




WEAK NAILS:
To strengthen and shine nails, combine 2 tsp. salt, 2 tsp. castor oil,
and 1 tsp. wheat germ oil and mix thoroughly. Pour into bottle. Shake
before using. To use, rub a small amount into your nails. Leave on 3-5
minutes and tissue off. Follow up with more plain castor oil, if
desired.




YELLOW TEETH:
Mix salt with finely powdered rind of lime. Use this as toothpowder
frequently.