DIY Vitamin E Face Masks

So in my previous post I explained what vitamin E is and how you can get it into your diet
Now I bring you recipes for home-made masks that are high vitamin E!   

Facial Mask for Younger Skin

Ingredients :
• Brewer's Yeast .................................. 1 Tablespoon
• Yogurt .............................................. 1/2 Cup
• Honey ............................................. 1 Tablespoon

Steps :
- Add the yeast to yogurt and stir well, then put in the refrigerator overnight
- Add the honey and mix well
- Apply the mask heavily and leave for 30 minutes
- Rinse with luke-warm water and then finish with cold water
Skin, when in your 20’s, is very active and needs a lot of vitamins. This mask is ideal since it contains all the vitamins the skin needs including vitamin B complex.

Facial Mask for Smoother skin

Ingredients :
• Banana (ripe).................................. 1/2
• Avocado (over-ripe)................................. 1/2
• Cucumber (chopped) .............................. 1 Tablespoon
• Yogurt .................................................... 1 Tablespoon
• Olive Oil ................................................. 1 Tablespoon

Steps :
- Mix all the ingredients and process them in a blender
- Apply a thick layer and leave for 30 minutes
Wash with luke water then splash with cold water

Facial Mask for Sun Protection

 
Ingredients :
• Sesame Oil ..................................... 2 Tablespoons
• Aloe Vera Gel ................................. 2 Tablespoons
• Wheat Germ Oil .............................. 1 Teaspoon
• Cinnamon Oil .................................. 12 drops
• Lavender Oil ................................... 12 drops

Steps :
- Mix all the ingredients
- Apply the mask for as long as you want and then wash off
- Keep in mind that this is not a sun screen, it only offers you partial protection from sun rays
 

Mask for Under the Eyes

Ingredients :
• Almond Oil ..................................... 1 Table spoon
• Olive Oil ........................................ 1 Tablespoon
• Wheat Germ Oil ............................ 1 Tablespoon
• Nigella Oil ( Black Cumen).............. 30 drops
• Vitamin E Oil ................................. 1 Teaspoon
• Horse Chestnut (Buckeye)............ 2 Tablespoons

Steps :
- Mix all the oils and seeds in a mixer until you form a paste
Apply under your eyes and leave for 30 minutes

Moisturizing Facial Mask

Ingredients :
• Homemade vaseline ....................... 1 Tablespoon *
• Heavy cream .................................. 1 Tablespoon
• Cottage cheese ............................. 1 Teaspoon
• Honey ............................................ 1 Teaspoon
Oatmeal ......................................... 1 Teaspoon

Steps:
- Mix all the ingredients in blender
- Smooth onto face
- Let sit for 10 minutes
- Rinse with warm water

**To make homemade vaseline:
Microwave 1 tablespoon of grated beeswax and mix with 1/4 cup Almond oil for 2 minutes. Wait until it has cooled and it’s ready to use.

Heavy Cream Easy-To-Use Facial Mask

Ingredients :
• Heavy Cream ( Milk Cream )...................... 1 Tablespoon
• Honey ....................................................... 1 Tablespoon
• Baking Soda ............................................. 1 gram

Steps :
Mix the baking soda and cream until it looks like foam.
Add honey and mix
Apply to face and neck for 20 minutes

How to Get Vitamin E in Your Diet

This is a list of some food that is high in Vitamin E
- Asparagus
- Avocado
-  Eggs
- Milk
- Nuts (Almonds, Hazelnuts, Brazil nuts)
- Sunflower Seeds
- Spinach
- Unheated Vegetable Oils
- Wheat Germ
- Wholegrain Foods
- Blackberries
- Blueberries
- Cranberries
- Guavas
- Raspberries
- Fortified Breakfast Cereal
- Yams
- Sweet Potatoes
- Broccoli
- Olives
- Pumpkin
- Turnip Greens
- Bell Peppers

Vitamin E: What is it? How Can it Help?

Vitamin E, even though it sounds like a single nutrient, is actually a group of fat-soluble vitamins that work as strong antioxidants. This means they help protect your cells form the effects of free radicals. These free radicals are produced when your body breaks down food and are also found in the environment (tobacco smoke & radiation).  Scientists say that free radicals may contribute to the development of cardiovascular disease. Although there is no evidence that proves Vitamin E can reduce coronary heart disease, it is known that it improves the formation of red blood cells and helps widen blood vessels to avoid clots.

Benefits:

- Helps reduce menstrual pains
- Increases sperm count in men
- Reduces anxiety and depression
- Boosts immune system
- Promotes good blood circulation
- Improves physical endurance
- Increases energy

Skin Benefits

- Anti-aging: When added to lotions, creams and other skin care products, it can help skin look younger by reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

- Sun Protection: As mentioned before, when used in lotions it can protect the epidermis from early stages of UV light damage. Vitamin E can also increase the effectiveness of sunscreens. *Lotions must be applied 20 minutes before sun exposure for maximum benefits*

- Skin Diseases: Vitamin E can help treat conditions like psoriasis, erythema and vitiligo.

- Scars: Vitamin E does not have the same effect on all types of scars, but it has been shown that it helps reduce the appearance of stretch marks and some even say it can reduce the appearance of acne scars. It is also combined with vitamin A and D to treat diaper rashes.


Disadvantages

- Vitamin E may interact negatively with different medications. So if you are currently taking some sort of medication, consult your doctor before taking vitamin E supplements.

- When taken as a supplement be careful not to over-do it. Since vitamin E decreases blood clogging this can cause excess bleeding, especially if the person is already taking blood thinners.

                                              Recommended intakes of Vitamin E

Infants:

0-6 months                     4mg a day
7-12 months                   5mg a day

Children:

1-3 years                         6mg a day
4-8 years                         7mg a day
9-13 years                       11mg a day

Adolescents/Adults:

14 +                                 14mg a day
Lactating Females 18+    19mg a day


References:

1. Disadvantages of Vitamin E: http://www.livestrong.com/article/546591-disadvantages-of-vitamin-e/
2. Things that are high in Vitamin E: http://www.livestrong.com/article/541192-things-that-are-high-in-vitamin-e/
3. Top 10 Fruits with Vitamin E: http://www.livestrong.com/article/537299-top-10-fruits-with-vitamin-e/
4. How does Vitamin E Help With Skin Care Marks?:http://www.livestrong.com/article/537219-how-does-vitamin-e-help-with-skin-care-for-marks/
5. Vitamin E Food Chart: http://healthyeatingclub.com/info/books-phds/books/foodfacts/html/data/data3d.html
6. Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet Vitamin E: http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/vitamine/
7. Micronutrient Information Center: http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/infocenter/vitamins/vitaminE/
8. Para qué sirve la vitamina E?: http://www.plantasparacurar.com/para-que-sirve-la-vitamina-e/
9. MAYO Clinic: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/vitamin-e/NS_patient-vitamine
10.Web MD: http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-954-VITAMIN%20E.aspx?activeIngredientId=954&activeIngredientName=VITAMIN%20E
11. Whfoods.org: http://whfoods.org/genpage.php?tname=nutrient&dbid=111
12. Medical News Today: What id Vitamin E? What does it Do?: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/219486.php
13. University of Maryland Medical Center: http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/vitamin-e-000341.htm
14. Medline Plus: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002406.htm
15. Healthy Skin Care: Benefits of Vitamin E: http://www.healthy-skincare.com/benefits-of-vitamin-e.html
16. Harvard School of Public Health: http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/what-should-you-eat/vitamin-e/index.html
17. News-Medical.net: http://www.news-medical.net/health/What-is-Vitamin-E.aspx

Mini Korean Product Haul

This is a review on some skin products i bought online. These products have worked really well for me and hopefully they work well for you guys! <3

So here is the list of the products I reviewed in the video:

- Skinfood Vita-C Facial Water

- Skinfood Royal Honey Eye Cream

-Skinfood Royal Honey Moisturizer

- TonyMoly Tomatox
- TonyMoly Appletox
- TonyMoly Peach Anti-aging Hand Cream