And milk’s lactic acid acts as a powerful hydrator, smoothing skin.
Mix ingredients in a bowl and apply to clean skin.
Rinse off after 5 minutes.
Look Alive
Here’s the perfect pick-me-up.
Mix all ingredients in a bowl, apply to face and leave on for 20 minutes.
Make Some Thyme
The antidote to stubborn zits: Thyme.
It acts as an antiseptic, killing acne-causing bacteria and decongesting pores naturally.
Use a thyme-based cleanser two to three times a week to calm overactive oil glands, says Fender.
We like Dr. Perry’sCleanThyme Cleansing Bar for Face and Body.
Quench Thirsty Skin
Vargas does this hydrating mask when she’s off-duty.
Avocado’s B vitamins and fatty acids hydrate like crazy, enough for all skin types, Vargas says.
Mash the avocado and mix the ingredients together in a bowl.
Leave on the skin for 20 minutes, then rinse.
Go Herbal
Huge pimple?
Beat it with this anti-inflammatory mask from Vargas.
Just DON’T wipe your face with a hand towel after washing, because germs linger there.
Use a clean paper towel to dab instead.
Rub a cotton ball with raw apple cider vinegar on the area that is breaking out.
Party Prep
The secret to glowing skin is good circulation.
You’ll look great all night long.
Hangover Helper
Partied a little too hard last night?
Press the cold tea bags onto puffy eyes, lie down, relax, think happy thoughts.
Important to note: Be sure the tea does not contain chrysanthemumit can temporarily stain skin!
Beat Red
Ugh, sunburn.
Beat it with this fast-absorbing aloe vera mask that won’t irritate sensitive skin.
Rose helps boost circulation and will reduce redness, says Vargas.
Combine and apply to face with a cotton ball.
Hint: When shopping for oils, confirm that they are cold pressed, which preserves skin-saving benefits.
Super Slougher
Scrub out stress with this fruit-infused recipe from Vargas.
Cool in the fridge, scrub onto your face for two minutes, then rinse.
