How to Make a Citrus Cream Astringent

Citrus is one of the best ways to combat oily skin because of its natural antiseptic and detoxifying effects, but an cream astringent facial or astringent wash at a celebrity spa can cost up to $50. If you have oily skin or are just looking for a new and refreshing way to freshen up dull skin, the citrus found in lemons makes for a natural facial cream astringent. By using the simple ingredients you find in your own kitchen you can effectively reduce brown spots, exfoliate skin and reduce oil. Here’s how to make a citrus cream astringent right at home.

Things You'll Need

• 1 tsp. lemon juice

• 2 tsp. honey

• 6 oz. plain yogurt
• Small mixing bowl
• Fork
• Handheld electric mixer
• Cotton ball
• Washcloth
• Towel

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix the lemon juice and honey with a fork until they are fully incorporated.

2. Add the yogurt and with an electric mixer, blend to a smooth, whipped cream.

3. Using your fingers, smooth over face like you would a face wash, rubbing in a gentle circular motion.

4. Massage into skin for about 30 seconds and then remove with a warm, damp wash cloth.

5. Dip a cotton ball into a bit of plain lemon juice and apply to face the same way you would a store bought astringent. Let skin air dry.

6. Rinse your face by splashing it with lukewarm water and pat dry with a towel.

Tips & Warnings

• You can substitute lemon juice for other citrus juice like grapefruit, but do not mix lemon and grapefruit juice together.

• Lemon juice can remove the color out of hair, so make sure you rinse the lemon juice from your eyebrows and hair line before going into the sun.