Beauty Inspired By Mexico

2024 Author: Steven Freeman | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 08:15

From the texture of the mole to the flavor of the avocado, the thousand and one uses and benefits of agave or the aroma of corn tortillas, learn and enjoy everything the Aztec country has to offer in terms of beauty and care, from head to toe.

The star ingredients of Mexico

Avocado: Thanks to its high content of palmitic and oleic acid, it is a powerful moisturizer and is also rich in vitamins H and K, important for your hair and skin.

Papaya: In addition to being delicious, this tropical fruit is important for its high content of beta-carotenes and vitamins A and C.

Tepezcohuite: The star ingredient in Salma Hayek's beauty routine in Mexico is used to help regenerate the skin, for example in burns and wounds.

Cocoa: Considered as the food of the gods in the Aztec culture, this fruit is recognized in beauty for its energizing and antioxidant nature.

Agave: It is known for its ability to retain liquids, contributing to the hydration of your skin and hair, and it also has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Benita Robledo, expert in herbs and plants at the Susquehanna Apothecary in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, gives you her best recipes based on Mexican ingredients to get your best mane and healthier, brighter skin.

Illuminating Mask: Combine ¼ of an organic papaya with 1 tablespoon and ½ of agave in a food processor until the mixture is smooth. Then apply it to the face avoiding the eye area. Let the mask work and dry for 20 to 30 minutes, and then remove it with water to enjoy brighter skin. Keep the rest in the refrigerator and you can use the mask again.

Mask to pamper your hair after summer: Mix ½ avocado, ½ banana, 4 tablespoons of coconut oil or olive oil, and 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder in a bowl. Cover dry hair well with the mixture, making sure to work from the ends to the scalp. Put on a bathing cap while the mask works its magic. After half an hour wash and condition your hair as usual. Your hair will be super soft and recovered from the sun and sea water. eye! If you are blonde, try the mask on in a discreet place first to make sure there is no discoloration in your hair.

Natural cleansing mask : Grind ¼ cup of rice and a tablespoon of dried rosemary to a fine powder. Then add 1 ¼ cup tepezcohuite powder and 10 drops of an essential oil to a clean glass or plastic jar. Those of geranium, rose or lavender are the best. Beat well to make sure all ingredients are well mixed. Use a wooden or plastic spoon, take a pinch of the powder in your hand and mix it with enough water until a fine paste forms. Massage into wet skin for 30 seconds, rinse, and voila! Avoid metal utensils and containers that can alter the effectiveness of ingredients.