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DIY Self-Care Recipes from Celebrity Facialist Joanna Vargas & Shiffa Founder Dr. Lamees Hamdan

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We could all use a little bit of self-care right now, and what better way to do so than by whipping up your very own beauty products at home?

To help you get started on your at-home self-care journey, celebrity facialist Joanna Vargas and Shiffa founder Dr. Lamees Hamdan have shared four easy, relaxing and effective DIY recipes that feature all-natural ingredients.

Two of the recipes are face masks from Vargas’ new book, Glow From Within, which features her most sought-after secrets for flawless skin. To purchase a copy of the book, click here. The other two recipes are from Dr. Hamdan and include a nourishing hair mask and relaxing bath soak. Go ahead and treat yourself to some “me time” this weekend—you’ll have glowing skin and healthy hair as a result!

Pineapple Enzyme Face Mask

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Courtesy of Joanna Vargas

Benefits: Exfoliates, resurfaces and stimulates the lymphatic system, restoring skin’s glow

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup mashed pineapple

  • 2 tbsp. almond meal

  • 1 tsp. coconut milk

Directions: In a bowl, mix all ingredients together. Apply to face and leave on for 15-20 minutes, then rinse.

Chamomile Bath

[Image courtesy of Joanna Vargas]

Courtesy of Joanna Vargas

Benefits: Heals dry, sensitive skin

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup chamomile tea leaves

  • 1 cup rosemary

  • 1 large pot of water

Directions: Boil a large pot of water with the chamomile leaves and rosemary. Cook for 15 minutes. Strain and add to bath.

Aloe Rosemary Hair Mask

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Courtesy of Shiffa

Benefits: Encourages healthy hair growth

Ingredients:

  • 4 tbsp. fresh aloe vera blended

  • 1 drop rosemary oil

  • 1 drop castor oil

Directions: In a bowl, mix all ingredients together. Apply to scalp and hair twice a week for 30 minutes, then rinse off.

Turmeric Face Mask

[Image courtesy of Joanna Vargas]

Courtesy of Shiffa

Benefits: Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant-rich, treats acne, dry skin, wrinkles and dark circles

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 tsp. turmeric

  • 1/2 tsp. honey

  • 1-2 tbsp. yoghurt

Directions: In a bowl, mix all ingredients together and apply to face. Leave on for 15 minutes then rinse off.

For more information, visit joannavargas.com and shiffa.com. follow them on Instagram: @jvskincare @shiffabeauty

Kamala Kirk is a University of Southern California graduate and has been an editor/writer for more than a decade. She has written for E! Online, Total Beauty, TravelAge West, Malibu Times Magazine, and many more. She resides in Los Angeles and is a proud pug mom. Follow her on Instagram: @kamalakirk