Hollywood Beauty Secrets - continued
Enzyme Peels – Many celebrities spend $65 to $85 for an enzyme peel. Enzyme peels exfoliate (slough off) dead surface skin. Exfoliating smoothes as well as rejuvenates the  skin by stimulating collagen production. You can create your own enzyme peel for just $2. Simply mash one half papaya and apply to face, neck and under eyes. Wait 15 minutes until dry. Then rinse. Papaya is a natural alternative to costly Retin-A. Prepared papaya enzyme peels are available in your local health food store, drug or beauty supply stores.
Microdermabrasion Alternative – Many actresses spend hundreds of dollars on costly Microdermabrasion (mechanical exfoliation) to diminish pigmentation spots, smooth skin and stimulate collagen production. The version of Microdermabrasion in my book costs just pennies. After washing your face, rub a handful of baking soda on wet skin in a gentle, circular motion. Then rinse.
Anti-Aging Flaxseed – Flaxseeds and flaxseed oil are key to youthful skin and a healthy body. Flax ignites fat burning, slows down aging, keeps the system regular, moisturizes skin and helps balance hormones. Ground flaxseeds can be sprinkled onto cereal, yogurt or in soups. Flaxseed oil comes in bottles or easy to swallow gelatin capsules.
Even & Brighten Skin Tone – Soy yogurt can help fade pigmentation spots and brighten skin. Apply one tbsp. to clean face. Wait 15 minutes. The rinse. Apply soy-rich moisturizer daily and top with effective sunscreen.
Shine & Volumize Hair – Use volumizing shampoo and conditioner. For final rinse use cool water. When blow drying hair, hang head upside down. When finished, use a blast of cold air to seal follicles. This adds shine.
Rejuvenate Hands – Wear cotton gloves to protect hands when driving as UV rays can penetrate through your windshield. Rub baking soda on wet hands in a circular motion to relieve dryness. To diminish wrinkled knuckles, buff them lightly using the finest side of a four-way buffing block. Apply antioxidant-rich lotion regularly.
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