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Photo by Shutterstock PURGE YOUR MAKEUP BAG The new year offers the perfect opportunity to clear old, expired makeup from your cosmetics bag and dressing table. Used makeup collects…

Photo by Shutterstock STRAWBERRY SCRUB Strawberries are a natural source of salicylic acid, which is found in a lot of anti-acne products. To make a zit-busting scrub, simply mash…

Photo by Shutterstock VEGETABLES Looking to zap those zits? Try noshing on leafy greens like kale, spinach, and sprouts. Veggies aren’t just packed with anti-inflammatory…

RUB-A-DUB-DUB There’s no time like the present to slough off that dry winter skin from your face, body, and feet. Use soft, circular motions when exfoliating your face. For your…

HONEY-PEACH MASK 1 ripe peach 4 tablespoons of honey 2 tablespoons of natural plain yogurt Mash the peach and mix it with the yogurt and honey. Spread the paste on your face and leave…

PRE-SHAVE Exfoliating is one of the first and most effective steps to achieving a close shave. I recommend exfoliating about twice a week to slough off dead skin cells, remove excess…

DR. HAUSCHKA Although Dr. Hauschka is better known for its holistic skincare products, it also carries foundations, blushes, eyeshadows, and lipsticks that are just as natural and…

Photo by Kim Love PUMPKIN BODY SCRUB ¼ cup cooked pureed pumpkin ¼ cup brown sugar Combine the ingredients in a small bowl. Apply the mixture to your body using a damp cloth. Scrub…

PHYSICIAN’S FORMULA ORGANIC WEAR If you’re looking for quality natural makeup that won’t empty your bank account, the Organic Wear range by Physician’s Formula…

YES TO CARROTS This affordable line of natural products is completely free of parabens, phthalates, petroleum, and sodium laureth sulfate. In addition to products that smell amazing,…

SLEEPING WITH MAKEUP ON Leaving your makeup on night can clog your pores and cause acne. If you absolutely cannot wash your face before bed, make sure you use a facial cleansing wipe to…

STEP ONE Start any makeup look by moisturizing your face with an all-natural moisturizer or face serum. This way, the makeup will go on much smoother and blend better. Serums are great…

TOXIC BEAUTY 1. Talc 2. Parabens 3. Propylene glycol 4. Mineral oil 5. Sodium lauryl sulfate 6. Phthalates …

Photo by clarita The beauty industry is one of the few industries where harmful ingredients such as formaldehyde, heavy metals, and lead are allowed as ingredients. This current trend…

HOMEMADE SKINCARE Peppermint Lip Balm Lemon-Mint Face Toner Brown Sugar Body Scrub Tomato Face Mask Acne Spot Treatment…

FUN IN THE SUN For a faux glow: Park Avenue Princess Bronzer by Tarte For sun-kissed lips and cheeks: Lip & Cheek Stain by 100% Pure For dramatic eyes (that won’t smear!):…

NATURAL GLOW 1. Drink plenty of water 2. Slather on the sunblock 3. Keep your skin moisturized 4. Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables 5. Sweat it out 6. Fill up with…