Straight from The MopTopMaven – click to check out her blog! Check out the MyFaveBlog tab for the link also! It is awesome…it is not only about hair but she has great fashion insight, she cooks, sews, makes her own jewelry, etc! You name it, she does it and she does it well. Here is her latest skincare recipe using White Willow Bark. I’ve never heard of it but now I can’t wait to try it out! She writes:
White Willow Bark is an excellent additive for those with extremely oily skin, and those that have issues with acne, blackheads, whiteheads and inflamed skin. White Willow Bark contains high amounts of Salicin, which is the mother of Salicylic Acid [Salicylic Acid is derived from Salicin, and is used in most skin care products formulated to eliminate acne].
White Willow Bark is an excellent additive for those with extremely oily skin, and those that have issues with acne, blackheads, whiteheads and inflamed skin.
White Willow Bark Facial
4 ounces of distilled water
1 tablespoon of White Willow Bark
1 teaspoon of Kaolin Clay
1/2 teaspoon of honey
Her instructions:
Bring water to a boil; add herbs, then remove from heat. Allow herbal infusion to steep for about 10 minutes. Cool. Strain mixture through a fine sieve or cheesecloth. Add Kaolin clay and honey to strained mixture, and mix well.
Massage entire amount into the skin and neck area. Allow to sit for about 10-15 minutes, then rinse with cool water.
Frequency suggestions
Use once weekly for acne prone skin; use bi-weekly as a preventative treatment for normal-combination skin. She notes that this facial can be used to clear up body acne as well.
About the ingredients:
- White Willow Bark: Acts as a powerful antiseptic, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory agent clearing acne, imperfections and dark spots.
- Red Kaolin Clay: Kaolin Clay helps control oily skin, and the sulfur found in Kaolin Clay helps eliminate acne. ***Don't use Red Kaolin Clay if you have sensitive skin, use White or Rose Kaolin instead.
- Raw Honey: Raw Honey doubles as a uber-moisturizer-extraordinaire and anti-bacterial additive that is very beneficial to your skin!
White Willow Bark Toner
1 Tablespoon White Willow Bark
4 ounces of distilled water
1 teaspoon of Aloe Vera Juice/Gel
Her instructions:
Bring water to a boil; add herbs, then remove from heat. Allow herbal infusion to steep for about 10 minutes. Cool. Strain mixture through a fine sieve or cheesecloth. Add Aloe Juice {or gel} to the strained liquid. Pour into clean, spray bottle. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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