Is
cold weather giving you the beauty blues? Don’t fret! Chapped cheeks aside, it
turns out ice is your new beauty BFF! Sometimes a chilly rinse or frozen facial
is just what the doctor ordered when things begin to dull during a long cold
winter. Icing your skin is believed to improve circulation as well as ward off
wrinkles. Plus, it’s refreshing after spending a day with your radiators on
blast. Here are a few tricks to try with ice the next time you’re snowed in!
Shrink A Zit
Holding
ice on a pesky pimple is a no-fuss way to get the red out. Ice decreases
inflammation, and can even relieve the pain associated with acne. Wrap a cube
in a ziplock baggie (a rough towel can break tender skin), hold against the
affected area for five to ten minutes, and tell that zit to chill!
De-Puff Eyes
Rough
night? Reach for an ice cube while you wait for your morning coffee to brew.
Wrapping a cube in a washcloth and holding over the eyes can reduce early
morning puffiness, and make you look and feel more alert. For a stronger
effect, freeze cubes of caffeinated black tea, or store sliced cucumbers on ice
to keep you feeling fresh.
Prime Skin
Before
patting on foundation, run an ice cube over your face, focusing on areas with
enlarged pores. The cold water will cause pores to reduce in size and minimize
their appearance under makeup. Icing these areas before your application of a
primer can yield extra-smooth results fit for an ice queen.
Scrub Away
For
a skin-brightening pick-me-up, make a DIY icy scrub by blending fruits or
veggies (like cucumber, strawberries or mango) with water and freezing in ice
cube trays. Once frozen, gently rub a fruity cube over your face as part of
your weekly facial. The chunky texture will exfoliate as the ice melts into a
juicy slush.
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