4 Benefits of Herb Infused Ice Cubes for Boosting Natural Beauty
Hello Gems!
Today we’d like to share with you a new DIY Skin treat! Its super easy, very affordable and most importantly safe and gentle for the skin. A simple solution to dull, puffy, swelling skin is using ice.
Ice? Yes, ice.
Shockingly, using ice especially if infused with natural herbs will ultimately lead to significant positive changes in the skin.
4 Benefits Of Using Herb Infused Ice Cubes
Improves blood circulation to your skin
Prevents premature aging of the skin
It minimizes pore size which makes it perfect for pre make up application
Reduces swelling cause from various skin conditions like acne, pimples and blemishes.
Using herb infused ice cube is a great way to naturally stimulate blood circulation to the skin. The ice constricts the blood vessels allowing blood to flow directly to the targeted area. This then allows for a nice, plump, naturally glowing skin.
Herb infused ice cube is a natural remedy to prevent premature aging. Adding herb infused ice cubes to your skincare routine will help to minimize the appearance of dark circles under the eyes. It helps to reduce fine lines and wrinkles by tightening the skin which ultimately gives you a more firm, natural, youthful glow.
Consistency is key when using natural ingredients to remedy skin conditions. One of the greatest benefits of using herb infused ice cube is that it minimizes pore size. After using a detox face mask or after cleansing, using ice is the best way to close your pores; thus, eliminating impurities from seeping in. Also, an extra benefit of using ice is that it can function as a primer which makes it perfect for pre make up application. It reduces the secretion of oil which helps to eliminate the chances of an oily and shiny appearance. It minimizes your pores; ultimately giving your make up a fresh, flawless look.
Lastly, it reduces swelling cause from various skin conditions like acne, pimples and blemishes. Have you ever had a zit that hurts so badly? Well using herb infused ice can help reduce the pain caused by pimples, hormone imbalance and cystic acne. It also helps to relieve swelling and puffiness.
Make your own herb infused ice cubes with these 4 DIY recipes!
Things you will need:
Pot
Knife
Blender (or really strong hands)
Ice cube tray
Ingredients:
Honestly, any plant of your liking but here are 4 of our faves!
Aloe vera
Cucumber and lemons
Chamomile or green tea bag
Moringa or rose buds
Water
Aloe Vera Facial Ice Cube (Helps to soothe sun burns and brighten sensitive skin)
Instructions:
Cut the aloe vera plant leaf open and remove the gel from inside
Using a knife, fork or spoon; crush aloe vera gel into smaller pieces
Add ½ cup of water, stir mixture then add to ice cube tray
Pop in the refrigerator, once frozen, use as often as desired to treat acne prone skin.
Cucumber & Lemon Facial Ice Cube (Relieves acne and skin discoloration)
Instructions:
Juice 1 lemon/lime then add
Add lime juice, a dash of water to blender along with 1 cucumber
After blending, pour mixture into ice cube trays
Allow to freeze then use as often as desired
Chamomile or Green Tea Facial Ice Cube (Prevents premature aging & helps relieve tired puffy eyes)
Instructions:
Bring the water to a boil in small pot.
Add 1 chamomile tea or green tea bag to pot, and reduce the heat to low.
Allow to simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
After the mixture has cooled down, pour into an ice cube tray and pop in the freezer
Once frozen, use as often as desired
Moringa leaf or Rose bud Facial Ice Cube (Stimulates natural collagen production, relieves wrinkles & minimizes pores)
Instructions:
Bring the water to a boil in small pot.
Add 1 handful of moringa leaves or 1 handful of rose buds to pot, and reduce the heat to low.
Allow to simmer for 3-5 minutes, then remove from heat.
After the mixture has cooled down, pour into an ice cube tray, add extra rose buds to ice tray (optional) and pop in the freezer
Once frozen, use as often as desired
