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BROWN SUGAR SCRUB

BROWN SUGAR, EGG WHITE, H2O2 LIFT

BROWN SUGAR, OLIVE OIL

BROWN SUGAR, ROLLED OATS, ACV AND

BAKING POWDER SCRUB

CACAO BUTTER

CANTALOUPE

CASTOR OIL

CHINESE RED DATES, HONEY

COCONUT OIL

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BROWN SUGAR, OLIVE OIL

11/27/2012: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Anu, coconut oil does the ..." Read More

BROWN SUGAR, OLIVE OIL

[YEA] 11/26/2012: Anu from Chicago, Il: "For dry, chapped hands an effectve remedy:

Take few tsps of brown sugar in a bowl. Pour 2-3 tsps of olive oil. Apply it on your hands.

Wash it with luke warm water(do not wash with soap, just rinse enough to get rid of the..."

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BROWN SUGAR SCRUB

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07/01/2011: Relish from Mumbai, India: "Hi I am looking for Brown Sugar Face mask recipe but

unable to find it through the search Engine. Has it been deleted? Can someone share it? Thanks a

lot."

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[YEA] 06/17/2009: Tavora from Brooklyn, NY: "Just wanted to

thank the person who created/came up with the brown sugar facial scrub (not the one with

glycerin)! I tried it last night and this morning and literally - right after rinsing my skin - I was

glowing! I looked ten years younger! No kidding! (I'm 30) Because all my focus has been geared

towards resolving all my other health issues - my skin care regimen has taken a back seat. I'm so

glad I decided to try this. I also plan to use this scrub as an all over body treatment. It's amazing

how a recipe this simple could produce such incredible results! No more overpriced and chemically

saturated products for me!!! My skin hasn't looked this good since I was 18!!

Thank you again! :0)"

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11/24/2009: Samina from Birmingham, Uk replies: "hi, i just wanted to know how to make

the brown sugar scrub for the facial? i suffer from eczema and have started the oil pulling

yesterday, i tried the ACV but that tastes horrible."

[YEA] 01/31/2007: Cheryl from Denver, CO: "Years ago a plastic surgeon friend told me that I

should use an exfoliant like the brown sugar shown on this site and then put vegetable lard (Crisco)

on my face, hands and feet three times a week. It is an all natural moisturizer. I am 46 and look

much younger than my age. It works."

[YEA] 11/03/2006: Alexis from NY: "A few years ago my cousin and i were talking about skin care. I always had clear skin and

always got compliments on it. A few years ago though, my skin started to change. It wasn't glowing, and i was getting more and

more blackheads, on my forehead, around my mouth, and of course, my nose. My cousin had given me the recipe of this great at

home exfoliator she got from a friend. Cream facial cleanser, like dove, mixed with a good amount of white household sugar. After

you mix these 2 ingredients together wet face and scrub for 3-4 minutes. Pat Dry, and then apply clear tape all over entire face (this

will take off all the dead skin cells you just scrubbed off!). Peel tape off, you will see all the dead skin cells, it's amazing...follow this

up with a good facial moisturizer. I do this regimen twice a week, it works amazing! This regimen cured my blackhead and brought

the glow back to my skin."

[YEA] 10/28/2006: Jen from San Diego: "I've had stubborn oily, break out skin issues. I have stopped using expensive creams and

cleansers on my skin. I have been using a sugar scrub to exfoliate and salt to banish the acne. Never has my skin looked so fresh."

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[YEA] 03/02/2006: M from Cincinnati OH: "I tried the one about making your face feel so soft and smooth by using the brown

sugar and honey and ACV and it feels so Wonderful. I have a question about what kind of ACV the kind you buy in a bottle at the

grocery store for using for energy and weight loss or is there another kind recommended?"

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06/21/2008: Royce from Milburn, Oklahoma replies: "To answer a question for M from cincinnati Oh, I have to name a

product name. I have only found one type of apple cider vinegar that matches ted description of the real thing it

contains the mother and when it burns it leaves the ash, it looks like dirty water and if you held it uo to the sun light in a

clear jar its cloudy, you need to shake it up before each use it is not distilled and pretty and red it is organic and natural.

it is called _____ apple cider vinegar. it is very strong so dont use too much make sure to buffer it with the b soda

because if your body does not contain enough alkalizing minerals or bicarbonates you may make your symptoms worse."

[YEA] 11/21/2005: Anelisa from Mesa , AZ: "Brown Sugar face and body scrub:a brown sugar face scrub gives me a wonderful

glow and everything you need to make it is in your kitchen. this first recipe is for the face scrub. one fourth of a cup of brown sugar,

one tablespoon of honey, and a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar mix well apply it to the face and gently scrub in circular motions, my

friends say "it's like micro dermabrasion for no cost". Also since the holidays are coming up make a bigger batch and add a tea

spoon of "pumpkin pie spice" to the mixture it's all natural and it makes a lovely yummy holiday body scrub and you'll be glowing

smelling sweet and ready for all those christmas events you may not even need to apply perfume."

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08/06/2011: Hannah from London, Kent replies: "Hey thanks for the suggestion. I just used a mix of cane sugar, little of

the honey, an added ground almond and acv, and carefully used it on my face. As I was using it, I really felt there was

something different here to the typical 'face masks' you buy in the shops. The results were immediate and im amazed!

My skins smoother, the large pores on on and around my nose have almost gone and even the dark circles around my

eyes have lifted! Thank god I found this recipe!"

09/10/2012: Citygirl27 from Richardson, Tx, Usa replies: "Is regular light brown sugar fine, like the kind that you can

pack into a measuring cup? or do I need the type with the large granules like turbinado brown sugar?"

BROWN SUGAR, EGG WHITE, H2O2 LIFT

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[YEA] 09/09/2012: Cairo from Philadelphia, Pa: "Have to sing my praises for Anjeanette's Brown Sugar/H2O/Egg White Lift

regimen. The softness is almost immediate. After three days, my skin was clearer and brighter. After a weak, the glow seemed

permanent. I can't help but touch my face and neck during the day just to feel how ridiculously soft it is. I'm 30, ex-smoker, always

sleep deprived, and have never really taken care of my skin; I work with teenagers who say they're envious of my skin now. I'm

really bad at sticking to skincare remedies, but I will never go back to just washing my face. Try this for a few days. You will be

sold."

[YEA] 10/10/2006: Anjeanette from Chicago: "I have combined some of the secrets from Earth Clinic and added my own secret to

come up with the ultimate facial!

First, cleanse your skin with a gentle soap like Dove or Palmers. Next, do the brown sugar scrub listed below (1/4 brown sugar, 1

tblsp ACV, 1 tblsp honey). After that, take a cotton ball and apply hydrogen peroxide to your face. This will decrease bacteria on

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your skin and also lighten dark spots. Take the white of an egg and apply to your whole face. Eggs are full of protein which is what

our skin is comprised of. This is called the instant face lift. I learned this from a former drag queen! It tightens and lifts your skin!

Leave the egg white on for 30 minutes and watch the magic! Take a wet face towel and gently wipe off the egg white. Follow this

with a good moisturizer that contains sunblock as our skin gets a lot of damage from uv rays.

At night before bed, cleanse your skin with soap and apply the hydrogen peroxide again. Sleep on soft, clean pillowcases as they

hold a lot of germs and dead skin cells. After about 3 days you will look 10 years younger! My skin has no more pores, my dark

patches are gone, and my skin is the softest it has ever been. Now I have 20 yr old guys asking me out and I am 32 now. They think

I am the same age as they are. When I tell them my real age, they freak out and say that is impossible. I wind up having to show

them my ID. I get carded at clubs and for alcohol now and I love it! Just try it and you will thank God that you did!"

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[YEA] 10/15/2006: Karin from Munich, Germany replies: "YEA! Have tried this facial and worked beautifully! Face looks

clean and has finally a glow. It also looks much thinner. Thanks Anjeanette for the tip and also earthclinic.com to make

all this information available around the world. Keep up the good work."

10/03/2008: Shumaila Bhatti from Multan, Pakistan replies: "i have freckles and i m asian, i just wana know that i can

use this remedy at my face to cure the freckles esp hydrogen peroxide is good and not harmful for my freckles. pls must

help me abot this, i m really tense so help me our pls. i did not use any remedy till yet, just visit ur site but likes ur

remedy so much."

[YEA] 07/31/2011: Deborah from New Orleans, Louisiana replies: "OMG! I absolutely LOVE this formula! I'm close to

60- so my skin is definitely in need of repair.... This made it feel like a newborn's behind! I will be doing this on a regular

basis and recommend it for anyone who wants fresher skin, tighter skin, and color! Thanks so much for this tip!"

07/31/2011: Tami from Mocksville, Nc, Usa replies: "How often do you apply the egg white remedy? And how often do

you use the HP? Will the HP fade brown spots (not related to freckles)on your face? Thanks a bunch to all to contribute

to this site."

08/03/2011: Francisca from Michelbach-le-bas, Alsace, France replies: "What strength hydrogen peroxyde do you use?"

BROWN SUGAR, OLIVE OIL

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[YEA] 11/26/2012: Anu from Chicago, Il: "For dry, chapped hands an effectve remedy: Take few tsps of brown sugar in a bowl.

Pour 2-3 tsps of olive oil. Apply it on your hands. Wash it with luke warm water(do not wash with soap, just rinse enough to get rid

of the sugar)you will feel your hands really soft. use as often as possible, I keep it beside my kitchen sink, so that I can use it after

washing the utensils."

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11/27/2012: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe replies: "Anu, coconut oil does the same."

BROWN SUGAR, ROLLED OATS, ACV AND BAKING POWDER SCRUB

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[YEA] 11/10/2006: Painfree from Oregon: "I made a recipe for the face and body skin. I suppose I could be called a chemist, for I

bake and cook. As I concocted up this remedy, I wrote it down as I went. I did not use any measuring spoons. Only one cereal bowl

and the use of my clean hands.

Here is the recipe I named it: Natures Bowl of Beauty Gentle Scrub

(its the balm)

Fill the inside of your hands palm with brown sugar and place in bowl.

Sprinkle baking powder lightly over brown sugar in bowl.

Use half a palm full of rolled oats (not the quick type) and place over brown sugar, baking powder.

Add 2 caps of ACV ( It will foam slightly) Then drizzle lightly with extra light olive oil ( I suppose coconut oil would do, I did not have

any)

Add 1/2 teaspoon of honey ( I used royal jelly from health food store)

Stir all these ingredients to make a nice paste. That is it, you have just made a nice healthy scrub. Since it is slightly abrasive, do

not get it in the eyes.

To use: Lightly dampen skin with warm water, then place the gentle scrub on your face. Using your fingertips only, (no wash cloths)

gently massage into facial skin. Do that until you feel a nice tingle and no more. Rinse with warm water, and end with cooler water

and let air dry.

It feels so good, and it tastes great if you get it in your mouth, I did a little because if used it to gently scrub my lips. ( but not

around my eyes, the skin is too delicate there.

I like this recipe I made because, yes, it tastes great, it is safe, it is not a soap, and they are the ingredients I and others are

learning all about on this site for great health. ( well not sure about the oatmeal part, but I chose it instead of salt because of the

natural oils in it) ( I also chose the baking powder because it felt softer, and less abrasive.)

My skin feels so soft. I did the nose wrinkle test after my skin air oxidized, and it was not tight at all.

I used it on my arms, elbows, legs and knees for the dry patches, since the weather has cooled down, and my skin needs more

moisture.

I did not use moisturizer after. I tested makeup over it ladies, and it went on smooth. Men, this is a sweet concoction, you will love it

too. It may be too abrasive for young peoples skin. Common sense will let you know. This is great to do, (if you are not in the bath

or shower) while sipping on your acv tea. If you feel that your skin is still too dry in places, just touch the inside of the oil cap with

your clean finger, and that is just enough to use. I am going to keep reading and learning. I have never felt this great since I can

remember way back even in my childhood when I was nauseated and missed much school.

Ok, now I would like feedback on this recipe that I made, please because I do not want to lead any one wrong with this recipe.

Thank you for reading, and thank you always for the builders of this site and all who are helping families grow together in great

health and in love. Once we learn how to get out of pain, we must also remember to eat right and learn which things are safe even

for brushing teeth, cleansing skin, washing clothes, dishes and cleaning our homes, and planting gardens and finding out which

things are best for natural pesticides. I did at one time use pickle juice around the roses to keep them coral, and not get pink. I also

used egg shells ( soaked in water) and tuna liquids for plants. Diluted of course, the tuna one outside. This site is a blessing from

God, for we are all gathered together here, learning and getting out of pain together, and so lets keep our voices out here so that we

can claim back our world and Gods children, free of pain and diseases and conditions. Read, Read, Read and get smart. And, let your

mind, soul and body be your guide, amen. I love you all."

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03/15/2007: CATRINA from Mission, KS replies: "ACD, OATMEAL, HONEY, BROWN SUGAR AND BAKING POWDER MADE

MY SKIN GLOW!

-PAINFREE IN OREGON- YOUR MASK IS ABSOLUTELY ***AMAZING***, NO KIDDING. I TRIED IT JUST NOW, AND

WOW!!! IT'S EVERYTHING THAT DOES WONDERS ALL ROLLED INTO ONE SKIN- MIRACLE BURRITO!!! I GIVE THIS SKIN

MASK MORE THAN 5 STARS AND RECOMMEND IT TO ANYONE LOOKING TO HAVE SMOOTH, SILKY SKIN WITH SMALL

PORES... THANK YOU SO MUCH PAINFREE IN OREGON FOR YOUR CREATIVITY AND SHARING IT WITH US ALL!

JUST A QUICK QUESTION~ DOES ANYONE HAVE A RECOMMENDATION FOR OLD ACNE SCARS THAT STILL SHOW

THROUGH MY MAKEUP A LITTLE? I DON'T GET ACNE ANYMORE AND I'D LIKE TO GET RID OF THE SCARRING OR AT

LEAST HAVE THEM NOT AS NOTICEABLE. THANX"

[YEA] 07/06/2008: Ashley from Canal Fulton, OH replies: "oh my god. that was the most amazing thing i've ever put

on my face. i didn't have rolled oats, but i just used regular kind and it's just as good i think. i have about 4 zits on my

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chin. they're kind of big too. they look HORRIBLE. :| my skin is rrrrrrreally dry around those areas and my nose, so

whenever i put my makeup on, it shows the dry skin so well and it looks terrible. i used your scrub, and i swear it

already took so much dead/dry skin off my face. i have a date tomorrow, and i really don't want my face looking

HORRIBLE. so hopefully this'll make my skin a bit better. thanks a ton=]"

01/23/2009: Robin from Rocky Ridge, Ohio replies: "Oatmeal is often used as an exfoliant in scrubs for the face or the

body. It is suggested to put rolled oats in a muslin drawstring bag and hang under the faucet of the tub then use the

filled bag as a sponge to wash with. The oat "milk" has soothing properties for the skin. Another tip would be to run the

uncooked old fashioned oats through a food processor or blender to grind them down to a granular size.

Sometimes I make a similar scrub and add black strap molasses or a whole egg to the mixture.

Also, baking soda is an alkaline substance that dissolves grease and oil; AC Vinegar is an acid which will exfoliate and

the skin prefers an acid ph. Combining the two together neutralizes the acid and the alkaline properties of the individual

ingredients.

Since I'm a little older and do not have oily skin, I would not use the baking soda and reap the benefits of the vinegar as

a hydroxy acid type of facial. Those with oily skin might add the baking soda to dissolve excess oil and leave out the

vinegar. Otherwise, there is enough abrasive qualities to the sugar and the oats to help remove dead skin cells.

Blessings, Robin"

CACAO BUTTER

09/14/2012: Sue M. from Worden, Il, Usa: "I was reading over the whole "beautiful skin remedies" posted here on EC and I had

forgotten so many of them. I was looking for a simple combination of natural products to use for cleansing my face. But, I ran across

an old post of Lisa's where she was responding to a contributor that had used raw organic cacao butter for a moisturizer. I would

love any input or knowledge that anyone might have on the cacao butter. And, what they use naturally for a facial cleanser.

Thanks!"

CANTALOUPE

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[YEA] 05/02/2006: Crystal from Post Falls, Idaho: "For healthier skin try eating cantaloupe. it is said to give your skin a naturally

beautiful, sun kissed glow."

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06/09/2008: Breah from Seattle, Washington replies: "Actually cantaloupe doesn't cure anything specifically, water

does. Even with at least eight glasses a day, you most likely are not getting as much of the vitamins and minerals as

you could. Drink truly filtered water, not Brita water. I use water filtered by a gravity filter which is guaranteed to

remove all harmful chemicals and bacteria and more. I then water my organic vegetables and fruits with it, and they do

wonders! No aftertastes, bigger, healthier plants, and cantaloupe so juicy it may seem to be a cure."

CASTOR OIL

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[YEA] 06/23/2008: Olivia from Brooklyn, New York: "I had hated castor oil for many years because growing up in South America it

was a quarterly cleansing ritual by my mother and many others. This website has helped me to see castor oil in a new way. I have

been applying it occasionally to my face at night. Every time I do so, I absolutely love the way I look in the morning. My skin looks

toned and fresh. Yesterday I attended a function and saw a woman whom I had not seen for about two years. She kept saying "you

have to tell me what you are doing, you look ten years younger. I have also been doing facial exercises. She asked her daughter for

my number because she said she is determined to find out what I had done to my face. Many people were in the room and she was

quite vocal so I just replied that I had been taking care of myself. I will tell her privately. I think the castor oil definitely helped my

skin plus the facial exercises helped tone the muscles under the skin. I used to hate the mirror, now I glance at it ever so often.

Thanks for the castor oil tip."

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11/23/2009: Mila from Hixson, Tn replies: "What kind of facial exercises helps to tone the facial skin?"

03/13/2012: Troy from East Coast, United States replies: "Carole Maggio has a facial exercise program called

"Facercise" that I use that made me look amazing. I'm in the entertainment industry, so you have to look your best at

all times as people are cruel and merciless LOL! You can buy her book at her website for 10 bucks or so and most

libraries have it."

[YEA] 03/02/2008: Brooke from Montgomery, TX: "I have religiously used castor oil for over 22 years on my face. About three

times per week, I put it on my face and neck and go to sleep! It has continually given me a fresh look, and I have no wrinkles. I also

rub it on my elbows and knees. I wash my face with Dr. Bronners Castile Almond soap. The castor oil is a little thick, but keep on

trying it. You will get used to it."

[YEA] 09/07/2007: Evita from Chiba City, Japan: "Castor Oil removes crows feet and wrinkles on the forehead. Mine is not about

illness or disease being cured by the castor oil packs. Mine is more of a mundane matter that concerns women about their facial

beauty. The tale tell signs (wrinkles) that gives a woman sleepiness nights, avoids facing the mirrors yet counting out the crows feet

and how many more lines crisscrossing the forehead. i advise my facial rituals to anybody who is interested to try and apply this

very simple application.

Firstly....wash your face with lukewarm water. gently soap the forehead and around the eyes area. Wipe the face with clean towel

and let it dry for a few minute. second... into your palm pour a little amount of castor oil. Dab a little amount of oil into the forehead

enough to cover the whole area and massage. repeat the ritual around your eyes and be sure the crow's feet get enough of the

ointment. If after the massage , you skin is still oily, just press the area with a soft facial tissue. Do not wipe off the ointment.

Do this ritual every night before bedtime, once a day only. It makes you look 15 years younger and you can save money by avoiding

botox implants."

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12/05/2007: Arial from Richmond, USA replies: "I saw the post on the Fountain of Youth page from the woman in Japan

who used Castor Oil to reduce wrinkles. I wanted to find out if anyone else has had success with Castor Oil and if so,

about how long did it take to get results. Thanks!"

[YEA] 04/15/2009: Dianna from Austin, TX replies: "I love castor oil! I started using it on my eyelashes and the first

night I could tell that where I had gotten it on my face - that it was smooth and healthy looking. Now I apply it every

night after I wash my face. For some reason it seems to me that the refined castor oil works better for this than the

cold-pressed. For face washing I either use a wash cloth and water - or a bit of chandan powder on damp skin. Then I

rinse and leave my skin damp and apply the castor oil first to my eyelashes, and then rub about a quarter sized amount

into my palms and massage it all over my face and neck. I also add several drops of lavender essential oil to my castor

oil.

In the morning I just splash my face with cool water and use a tiny bit of either virgin coconut oil or jojoba/sandalwood

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oil. My face feels sooo smooth and my forehead lines are much diminished! Try it! It is cheap and easy to do. You will

see results the first morning! I promise :) It also makes your eyelashes and eyebrows grow to their full potential

because they will not be so dry and break off. I also use it on the ends of my hair and sometimes on my scalp before

bed."

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[YEA] 01/26/2007: Trisha from Singapore: "I started taking red date and honey as I read it is good for blood circulation, I added 3

-5 drops of apple cider vinegar to it ( balance of the yin and yang in the body and for calming too.. according to traditional chinese

medicine) lo and behold, after 3 months of it.. I noticed that a balding part of my scalp rejuvenated and hair started to grow !! after

6 months I started to let my hair grow without cutting it, I now sport hair beyond shoulder length, something which I couldn't do

since my hair was very fine and scanty !! ( I also take apple cider vinegar half a teaspoon daily with honey) My sister and brother

also tried it, we noticed that facial skin became more youthful !! due to the blood circulation?"

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08/20/2010: Jess from Corpus Christi, Texas replies: "Do you drink this? and if you do how are you making it.. Please

respond back I would like to try this.."

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[YEA] 05/29/2010: Busymom from Smalltown, Sunflowerstate, Usa: "After suggestions on this website, I started using Coconut Oil

as my moisturizer. I'm in my 30's and have never had a huge problem with acne, but after having kids, my skin is a little crazy. I'm

clear 2 weeks of the month, and broke out 2 weeks of the month. I've spent $$ at the spa, facials, high-end otc potions...nothing.

No change. I never would have thought that the answer was sitting in my kitchen cabinet! I clean my face with a gel face wash, tone

with Hydrogen Peroxide (DON'T GET IT ON YOUR EYEBROWS!), then moisturize with coconut oil. I let it sink in for a few minutes,

then dab off the oily areas with a clean facial cloth. It doesn't look oily throughout the day, and looks great under makeup. My acne

is cleared (I've been doing this for 3wks), and no more red cheeks! My pores look tighter too.

Every other day I use a turmeric mask. 1/2 tsp turmeric, glob of honey, 1/2 handful of sugar, few drops of milk. Let it sit for 15

minutes, rinse and tone with H202 a few times to get the orange off. This has cleared my acne, and my skin is as soft as my baby's.

All from ingredients in my kitchen!"

[YEA] 01/15/2010: Grace from Lowell, Boston, Usa: "I am 65 and I started using coconut oil on my face and under my neck. The

sagging skin under my neck tighten and became firm. My face look younger and the skin firmer. I put the oil in the palm of my

hands, and rub it on my face and neck, morning and night after washing my face. Use until results is shown. I used it for a couple of

months, and will continue to use it because it works."

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[YEA] 03/05/2010: Blanche from New Iberia, Louisiana replies: "Well, I wanted to report back on my experiment with

coconut oil versus a well known moisturizer. These are the only products I used on my face for 2 months, except for

makeup. I clean my face with a tiny bit of mild soap, and sometimes only warm water.

Wow. I examined both sides very carefully with a magnifying mirror in good sunlight and I see no difference. So:

Soft and smooth: BOTH SIDES

Elasticity: BOTH SIDES

Feel on skin: COMMERCIAL PRODUCT ABSORBED QUICKLY; VCO A LITTLE GREASY, WHICH I SOLVED BY GENTLY

DABBING WITH A TISSUE THEN IT WAS OK.

Faded brown spots: VCO SLIGHTLY BETTER.

I'm going to finish the commercial product, but will continue to use the VCO, with perhaps a sunscreen on top. As far as

my skin breaking out, couldn't test that because I am over 65 and don't have that problem anymore."

03/05/2010: Lita209 from Sanford, Fl, Usa replies: "Blanche I wanted to thank you for keeping your word when you said

you would post about your experiment in couple of months. I was looking forward to hearing from you. That is great

news!"

03/06/2010: Francisca from Michelbach-le-bas, Alsace, France replies: "Hi Blanche, I am 52 and I wash my face with

Alep soap (not a brand name, just a very old type of soap, Syrian I believe....). I don't know whether you can get it but

it is partly olive oil and partly bay leaf oil. It is a great soap because it hydrates but it doesn't leave the skin oily.

Sometimes I use coconut oil after washing with Alep soap. Here in France it is called Savon d'Alep and I believe that it is

sold in many other countries too. I have also found it in Switzerland (we are lucky to leave in France but near

Switzerland and Germany so we get the best out of three countries). Some people think that I am in my 30's."

[YEA] 04/25/2010: Sp from Nashville, Tn replies: "Hi Blanche and Grace, thank you for your information!! It is very

useful.

I recently have been adding VCO to the face oil mixture that I made and my face feels great. I used to spent $$$ on

face creams, but since discovering EC, I have found a way to give my skin and face what it needs naturally and save a

lot of money."

[YEA] 08/08/2010: London from Sandusky, Ohio replies: "I don't know what it is about coconut oil, but it makes your

skin GLOW. I use no other moisterizer on my body and face, and its incredible how soft and glowing my skin is. It smells

great too. However, in the winter I have to use olive oil, or hemp, or flaxseed oil, because coconut hardens. Also great

for sunburns."

08/09/2010: Francisca from Michelbach-le-bas, Alsace, France replies: "London, I use coconut oil on my skin in the

winter as well. I put it in a small jar and I put the jar in a bit of hot water or else, if I don't have the time, I just take a

bit out of the jar with my fingers and as soon as it comes in contact with my skin it melts fast! Great moisturizer and a

lot cheaper than what you buy in the shops. Great for the sun as well, I now have a deep tan which lasts forever and

didn't burn at all! But as someone said here today not good against warts. It did nothing for me neither, only ACV!"

[YEA] 08/09/2010: Tamara from Fort Collins, Colorado replies: "I have coworkers always asking what I use that makes

my skin glow so much, so of course I tell them about all of the fabulous benefits of coconut oil(as well as apple cider

vinegar as a toner beforehand). In the winter time I let it get hard in the jar and use a butter knife to hack chunks out

and then use it like a bar of soap- rubbing it all over my body after a shower. Its one of my favorite ways of using it. I

guess I could also make the process less dangerous by pouring some melted coconut oil into an ice cube tray and using

the cubes the same way."

08/10/2010: Anna from Philly, Pa, Usa replies: "Coconut oil is really great for abused skin! I doubt if anyone here will

ever repeat what I have done but Virgin Coconut Oil might be used in something similar. I use some lotion when I'm

already in bed, ready to fall asleep. It is dark of course. So 2 evenings in a row, I put on my face, chest and hands

something that I ASSUMED to be a lotion with sand (it happens ass we use lotions at the beach too). On the third day I

saw red blotches all over these parts and finally checked the botttle - it was EXFOLIATING SHOWER GEL. Great, isn't it?

The skin looked terrible - like in some red reptile. But after a week of using Virgin Coconut Oil as lotion it was back to

normal! Since then Virgin Coconut Oil is the best lotion as far as I'm concerned!"

08/10/2010: Francisca from Michelbach-le-bas, Alsace, France replies: "Tamara, I use the coconut oil in the winter like

you do only I don't cut with a knife, I take little bits with my finger and apply on my skin or else I put it in a little jar and

put the jar in my bath water or on a little of water in the wash basin but it is messier. When I do OP with it I just let it

melt in my mouth, no problem! As far as the ACV as a toner, do you apply it directly, undiluted?"

08/12/2010: Tamara from Fort Collins, Colorado replies: "Francisca, I always dilute the ACV. I don't measure, but I put

1 or 2 "capfuls" into a glass and about twice the water. It might be 1 part ACV to 2 or even 3 parts water-- I'm not very

picky about being accurate. I keep it on my bathroom counter and use it a few times a day, dabbing a new cotton ball in

and wiping my face. I let it dry and then apply coconut oil to moisturize. On occasion I'll make the solution stronger if I

feel as if my skin needs a "deeper" clean and treat it like a mini-peel. But be careful! Acid like ACV will cause burns if

you're not careful and don't wash with water immediately when you've had too much. I also think that applying ACV will

help coconut oil "sink in" better for those times when your skin is so dry that it won't absorb the oil (like on my legs).

Just apply the diluted ACV, then add coconut oil. I haven't noticed a huge difference if I let it dry or not before

moisturizing, either."

01/05/2010: Blanche from New Iberia, Louisiana: "I am fairly new to this site, and I think it is very interesting to hear about all the

benefits gained by using natural substances for various ailments. I've been fascinated by all the posts from people who have used

various natural oils for the face. I decided to do an experiment.

Today I bought a facial moisturizer from a well know product line that has 4 letters in the name. It is supposed to ease wrinkles,

fade brown spots, and have skin looking younger within 2 months.

I decided to use that on the right side of my face, and virgin coconut oil on the left. I'll post the results in 2 months. I need to say

that I am starting out with a few wrinkles and spots, since I am not exactly a spring chicken."

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01/06/2010: Carly from Seattle, Wa - Usa replies: "What a great idea!

I have been using VCO (Virgin Coconut Oil) for about a month now on my face and body after my morning shower, and

for the past week or so I have been melting a tablespoon of it in my coffee or food 2-3x a day.

I started out taking 1 tbsp a day for the first couple of days, and then added additional tbsp's working my way to three a

day - I never had a problem with it, but wanted to play it safe!

Applying it topically - I really love the way it makes my skin FEEL - but I can't really tell if there is a huge difference in

the way my skin actually LOOKS. I have had a couple of people comment, but that may be because I smile more,

because I FEEL better from taking the VCO? Hard to tell at this point, but I plan on continuing the VCO FOREVER.

Internally and externally - remember, your skin is your largest organ!

I can't wait to hear your results Blanche - please don't forget to post! :-)

(I'm not a Spring Chicken either - almost 50 here!)

Best,

Carly"

09/08/2009: Terbear from Salt Lake City, Utah: "what is vco? what is the formula/mixture to spray on your skin after shower?

Everyone is good about saying how vco changed their skin....what is that? Also where to get the coconut oil that you use on your

feet? I am new to this way of living, and don't know all the acronyms you are using!! Help!!"

EC: VOC means Virgin Coconut Oil.

[QUESTION] 01/29/2009: AKR from Jersey City, NJ, USA: "I am wondering what would make for a good summer facial

moisturizer. During the winter, I use Virgin Coconut Oil, which works great. But for the summer, I need something thinner and less

oily. Any suggestions please? Many thx."

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01/29/2009: Robin from Rural, VA replies: "Tr Aloe Vera Gel."

09/04/2009: Elizabeth from New York, New York, Usa replies: "This is a reply to AKR from Jersey City:

As an alternative to coconut oil during summer months, try jojoba oil. It is lighter and more appropriate for warm

weather and humidity, when our skin produces more of its own oils. But truthfully, coconut oil may only need an

adjustment of application method to be used during summer months. You may want to try applying it when you first

wake up, before completing the rest of your morning regimen (this gives it time to absorb). Then, with clean hands, give

one last (quick--ten seconds or so) facial massage to press the oil deeper, and take a dry, soft cloth and sweep it over

your face. Tissue can also be used, if preferred. This should effectively remove any excess, leaving just the coconut oil

that your skin readily absorbed. A light dusting of cosmetic powder (or for those who do not wear makeup, any good

skincare powder from a drugstore) applied afterward will even further reduce any shine or oiliness."

09/07/2009: Bev from Long Beach, Ca replies: "Hi; I have been using Virgin Coconut Oil to oil pull for the past 2 to 3

months, 3 to 4 times per week for 20 minutes. I cannot believe how my skin looks all over. It's shinny all the time and

soft. I don't use any topical lotions because I don't need to. I noticed when I get out of the shower, the water on my

skin beads. There is no greasy feeling just soft. Hope this helps."

EC: More about oil pulling here: http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/oil_pulling.html

[YEA] 12/13/2008: Leena from Montrose, CO: "I am 56 years young and my skin was getting a bit wrinkled. I started putting the

organic virgin coconut oil from the health food store on my skin after showering...after two weeks..my skin looks like a 30 year old.

What you do is take a spoon and take the coconut oil in it and rub it into the palms of your hands and it melts then use it like a

lotion on your whole body. You will be amazed!"

[SIDE EFFECTS] 10/08/2008: Christine from Tokyo, Japan: "I have been using organic virgin coconut oil on my face and body for

2 weeks now. It has improved the texture of my skin however I seem to always looked flushed on my face and neck, almost looks

like I am sunburnt. I have very fair skin and have been using only a medium coverage amount on my face and neck so that it

absorbs almost completly. Has anyone else experienced this and does it calm down? Is it removing the dead skin layers as it seems

to look like the effects of a light chemical peel?

Thank you"

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10/10/2008: Sandy from Bangalore, India replies: "Yes, coconut oil causes sun-burn. Please don't expose your skin to

the sun after applying coconut oil to it. Best time to apply coconut oil is before bed-time and wash it off the next

morning."

[SIDE EFFECTS] 05/28/2009: shygirllatina from Sun City, Ca,.U.S.A. replies: "I used coconut oil also in the evening

and it also caused my skin to flush I didn't go out in the sun. I thought maybe it was just me also. Honey and bannana

mashed and mixed together are also good for the skin. equal amounts of both."

10/16/2011: Coregon from Medford, OR replies: "Actually coconut oil has properties in it that help protect your skin

from the sun. It shouldn't be relied on as a total sun block, but it does have sunscreen properties. It will not make your

skin photo (sun) sensitive."

[YEA] 06/13/2008: Lazaro from Laredo, Texas, US: "I have been using coconut oil for about an year now, and I love it! I rarely

drink it, however, I use it as a lotion instead of the store brand. My skin looks and feels great. Since it is a bit oily, I started to put it

on my face. Mostly around my eyes and forehead. My younger sister commented once that I don't have any wrinkles and she has.

She wanted to know my secret. I told her of course. I further told her that if you cannot drink the store brand lotions, why is she

putting it on her skin? Coconut oil can be eaten. I also use it to moisten my lips. And on a couple occasions for hemorrodes- I know I

misspelled that."

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