1. LEMON CLEANSER FOR ALL SKIN TYPES

    * 1/8 cup ground almonds (A coffee grinder works well)
    * 2 tbs milk or cream
    * 1 tsp lemon juice

Combine thoroughly, and use to gently cleanse skin. Rinse well with warm water.
Benefit

According to Sue Dolan, M.Ed., author of Naturally Skinsational: Rejuvenating Skin Care Recipes, lemons are a natural source of alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and antioxidants. Dolan says, "A natural form of AHA such as lemon is found in many natural skin care recipes for not only the cleansing attributes but for toning and exfoliating the skin."

2. SKIN-REVITALIZING ORANGE PEEL

    *  1 egg yolk
    *  1 tsp honey
    * 1/8 cup fresh citrus (lemon, orange or lime) juice
    * 1 packet plain gelatin

Mix together thoroughly, and apply to skin for 20 to 25 minutes.
Benefit

Navel oranges are a great source of AHAs and vitamin C, which are clinically proven to prevent wrinkles and fine lines. In this creation by Dolan, "The egg yolk moisturizes and firms, the honey moisturizes and the citrus juice exfoliates the dead skin cells away, stimulating new cell production."

3. AVOCADO BoDY MASK

    *  2 avocados, thoroughly mashed into a paste
    *  3 tablespoons sea salt or kosher salt
    *  1/4 cup honey
    * Grated rind of two fresh lemons, along with the juice
    * 1/4 cup organic coconut oil

Mix all ingredients together until smooth and creamy. (The consistency should be that of a thin sour cream.) Apply to your skin for 10 to 15 minutes, then scrub off well with warm water. Keep unused portion in refrigerator for two to three days.
Benefit

"Avocados have a treasure trove of anti-aging attributes," gushes Dolan, including vitamins A, D and E, as well as proteins, lecithin, potassium and beta-carotene, a cancer-fighting ingredient. Dolan continues, "Avocados also are high in emollient qualities imparted by sterolins, which work to heal sun-damaged skin, scarring and reduce age spots."