Raw Milk Beauty Secrets: It's Not Just For Drinking
posted on
November 17, 2019
When was the last time you decided to use raw milk as a beauty product? Raw milk has many health benefits when the cows are grazing happily on pasture and eating what nature intended. So, why not use those same beneficial nutrients ON your skin? Got oily, uneven, or dirty skin? Forget the pricey natural and organic skincare creams... just reach into your fridge and pull out some raw milk for your face!
"Pure milk is extremely soothing and hydrating for the skin, so milk baths, cold milk soaks, or using topical beauty products with milk as the main ingredient is a great way to soothe and moisturize any dry, irritated areas of the body,"
says dermatologist Amy Brodsky.
You may not realize the potential of the pale elixir that is sitting in your fridge right now. Raw milk can help your skin attain a flawless complexion by using it as a :
- Skin Toner
- Cleanser
- Anti-tanning agent
- Natural sunscreen
- Hydration agent
- Skin brightener
- Anti-acne treatment
- Anti-aging elixir
As a skin-toner, since the milk is raw, it is beneficial for ALL skin types, just be sure NOT to boil it first as then it will be counterproductive for oily skin types. So make sure you keep it raw and watch the magic of your skin firming up and toning while making the skin more elastic.
Here's a quick and easy raw milk Skin Toning Face Mask Recipe:
--> Add a few drops of lemon juice to raw milk and mix well.
--> Add rose water if you have a dry skin type.
--> Apply on face and neck, and leave to dry for 15 minutes.
--> Wash with lukewarm water if the skin is oily and with normal tap water if the skin is dry.
Ready to clean out the gunk in your skin? Raw milk acts as the perfect skin cleanser by naturally cleaning out the excessive oils and sebum in the pores, day-long dirt, and even blackheads.
We have a super easy raw milk face cleanser recipe for those who have super-sensitive skin and cannot use anything but mild soap and water. Since raw milk naturally moisturizes, this is the perfect recipe to soothe hypersensitive skin while deep cleaning in the most gentle way.
Here's a super-sensitive skin raw milk face cleanser recipe:
--> Mix together 2 tablespoons of raw milk, a few drops of lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons of cucumber juice.
--> Apply this onto the face and hands using a cotton ball.
--> Let it rest on the face for 7-10 minutes, after which you may wash your face and hands with water.
Your face will be cleansed and glowing (without irritation in most cases... but be sure to spot test first).
Got Zits?
Use the powerhouse of raw milk to balance your facial oils. If you tend to have acne due to skin oiliness, raw milk is your answer! Instead of using skin-burning and tingling products for the soothing relief and skin-clearing benefits of raw milk.
How To Make Anti-Acne Raw Milk Face Mask?
--> Add 2/3rd's TBSP of Fuller's Earth to just enough raw milk (beat) until it forms a thick paste.
--> Add Rose water if you tend to have more dry skin.
Enjoy your personalized anti-acne face mask however often you feel the need to "feed" your skin and starve the acne!
Anti-Aging & Glow & Hydration
Every time you use this long-forgotten face elixir, one of the side benefits is it's also fighting premature aging in your skin. Take it up a notch and mix some raw milk with a ripe (brown spots), mashed banana to help reduce fine line and wrinkles, and even age spots!
Let your milk clabber ever so slightly then add a little sugar. Use the milk-sugar mix to buff away old skin cells and bring out a natural glow to your skin. The natural enzymes brighten as they clean away the dead skin. Sugared raw milk will help you look refreshed, not stressed!
Does wintertime tend to dry you out? All you have to do as you are pouring yourself a nutrient-dense glass of grass-fed raw milk is to put some in a shallow dish with 1 TBSP of honey. Once you've finished your glass of milk, take your milk n' honey dish and apply the mixture onto your face with a cotton ball. Let the magic happen for about 15-20 minutes before you wash it off. You can add some aloe vera gel or a mashed banana to the mixture if your skin is more of a dry n' flaky texture.
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RAW MILK does the body good. Homogenized, pasteurized milk sold in stores do not have the skin-healing benefits that raw, grassfed milk possesses. Be sure to know your source of raw milk and spot test for any skin sensitivities. How else would you use this pale elixir in your life?
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