Beauty Recipes for Healthy Lips, Hair & Skin

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Ingredients:
1/2 cup fresh strawberries
1 tablespoon fresh milk
1 tablespoon rice flour or cornstarch

Directions:
Mash together all the ingredients to make a smooth paste. Spread over your face and neck and let sit for 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water and pat your skin dry.

Yields: Four ounces, enough for one or two strawberry facial masks

Photo Credit: © iStock/Eric Hood Cranberry Lip Gloss
Fresh cranberries give this gloss a hint of color and a natural tart flavor. All it takes are three ingredients and about ten minutes to create a perfect pot of tasty gloss.

Ingredients:
1 tablespoon almond oil
10 fresh cranberries
1 teaspoon honey

Directions:
Mix together all ingredients and place them in a heat safe container. Heat in the microwave or stovetop until the mixture just begins to boil. Stir well and gently mash the berries. Let sit for five minutes. Strain the mixture and allow to cool completely. When cool, spoon into a clean container. To use: spread a small amount onto your lips.

Yields: ½ ounce.