Papaya Faciak Mask

Ingredients:

1/2 small, ripe papaya
1/2 teaspoon calamansi juice
1 tsp honey

Procedure:
Scrape off the seeds and scoop the flesh of the papaya. Mix with calamansi juice

*Papaya is rich in enzymes called papain which helps gently remove dead cells and can produce a mild peeling effect.
Calamansi juice contains vitamins c and citric acid which aids in renewing the skin and gives skin its firmness and strength.
Honey has an antibacterial effect which helps with acne treatments. It also promotes healing as well as moisturize the skin.
and honey and mash well with a fork. Apply to face. Be sure to cleanse first before applying. Leave on for about 10 - 15 minutes and rinse well.

Best Home Solutions for Black Underarm

It's summertime again but you can't wear your sleeveless tops or swimsuit just because you're afraid that somebody will notice your black underarm? Don't have enough budget to go to a derma? You are not alone. Darkening of the armpit is one of the problems most women are facing, leaving them of to embarrassment. You may experiment some medical treatments but without understanding the causes of underarm darkening can be counterproductive.

Some of the causes of underarm darkening are perspiration build up, shaving and plucking and used of some deodorants and anti-perspirants. Do you know that chemicals in underarm products can produce an allergic or irritated reaction. Excessive rubbing of the armpits together can have a similar effect. Hormonal changes during pregnancy also may increase the body's production of melanin, leading to darkening of some parts of the body including the underarm. This may be gone few weeks after the delivery but it stays for some.

You may try these safe and unexpensive, homemade recipes to restore your underarm confidence...

Cucumber

Procedure:

Rub cucumber slices on dark area.


Leave-on Lemon and Alum

Procedure:

Cut lemon crosswise and remove seeds.

After taking a bath, rub lemon in the armpit.

Rub powdered alum(tawas) in a circular motion. Leave.


Note: Lemon can be replace with calamansi.
Calamondin or calamansi is a vitamin C rich citrus fruit popular for its therapeutic properties.


Liquid Underarm Deodorant

Ing:

1 tsp powdered alum (tawas)

a few drops of perfume

1 cup water

Procedure:

Mix all the ingredients together and put in a spray bottle.


Yogurt and Milk Mixture

Ing:

1 tsp milk

1 tsp yogurt

1 tsp flour

Procedure:

Mix all the ingredients in a medium sized bowl. When the paste is made, place it on the armpits and leave it on for 15 minutes. Then wash with lukewarm water.

Coconut oil or Olive oil

Procedure:

Before taking a bath, massage the oil into the skin for 15 minutes. Rinse with soap and water.

Note: The Vitamin E in coconut oil and olive can help lighten dark skin over time. Olive oil also provides a high content of antioxidants.
 
If your underarm darkening persists or seems to be related to other symptoms, such as itching or tenderness, best solution is to go to a dermatologist.

Maybelline Clear Smooth BB Cream

I never used any kind of BB cream before for reason that I found them quite expensive and I was hesitant to invest in a product that I would regret at the end 'coz it's I was not kind of 'hiyang'. But when I saw Maybelline on their FB page offering for a free sample of Maybelline Clear Smooth BB Cream , I grab it immediately. I received the sample 2 weeks later.

At the first week of using Maybelline Clear Smooth 8-in-1 BB Cream, pimples had began appearing on my face especially on the forehead. I thought of stop using the product after consuming the sample. But I noticed that pimples slow disappeared on the second week and dark spots on my cheeks had lessened. So after consuming the sample, I decided to buy Maybelline BB Cream in a tube. Now I've been using it continuously for almost 3 months.

What's good about this product? Aside from being budget friendly (P249), this one product has a multi-benefit of skin care and make-up. Aside from accentuating your color,  it also cares for the skin. This comes in two shades, Fresh and Natural. *Select the correct tint by matching it to the shade of your neck, the correct shade is the one that seems to disappear into your skin. Maybelline Clear Smooth BB Cream can be used as an alternative for a foundation or a make-up base. It also works as a moisturizer and gives enough sun protection. It's all in one!

TIP: If you're hesitant to invest in any product, you can ask for product samples from counter. Or buy travel sizes. In this way, you get to roadtest the product before spending too much.

Maybelline New York
Clear Smooth BB Cream 8-in-1 Skin Transformer

Product Description:
Clear Smooth BB Cream is a product that combines benefits of skincare, make-up, and sunblock in a cream. It contains 8 healthy minerals that moisturize and protect skin while giving flawless, natural coverage.

Disclaimer:  I do not receive compensation for this product review. This is my opinion based on personal use and results.