In ancient Egypt, the birthplace of beer- and the many beauty treatments -women used it topically to tone, refresh their skin and treat a variety of skin ailments. Modern research has proven that brewer's yeast, which is found in the sediment of beer, can help improve the symptoms of acne by killing off bacteria and slowing sebum production. The ingredients in beer have numerous
benefits especially brewer's yeast, which has an abundance of riboflavin, pantothenic acid, biotin, and vitamin B12. More commonly used as a dietary supplement, brewer's yeast is beneficial in balancing the skin's pH and is a great source of antioxidants and B vitamins that help to keep skin smooth and supple. Barley is chockfull of linoleic acids, selenium, iron, magnesium, zinc, phosphorus, and copper as well as being rich in vitamins B1 and B3 – all necessary for beautiful skin. Hops have exfoliating action to speed skin cell regeneration for a clear, healthy complexion. Beer spas are popular in Austria, Germany and Japan. One of the best beer spas is in the Czech Republic where one can enjoy a cold one from the brewery while having a warm yeasty soak in tub of brewer's yeast, malt, hops and pure mineral water-a beer Jacuzzi that opens the pores and draws out toxins while infusing the skin with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. You can easily find organic beers for the
best facial results. Always remember to cleanse your skin before applying your choice of organic beer mask. For a softening finish, choose a nutrient rich moisturizer with sunscreen to rehydrate and protect your skin. Here are a few organic beer facial recipes you can try to experience the skin-brightening benefits. Organic varieties of all the ingredients are available at your local whole foods market. Cheers! Organic Egg White Beer Mask (for tired skin) 1 tablespoon plain yogurt 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon beer 1 egg white 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon almond extract Mix the ingredients together and apply to face for 15 – 20 minutes before rinsing off with warm water. Pat dry and moisturize. Organic Sweet Potato Mash and Beer (post Thanksgiving Facial) 1 -2 cups of organic sweet potato mash 3 tablespoons of beer Mix together and apply to face for 15 -20 minutes before rinsing off with warm water. Organic Strawberry and Beer Mask (for black heads) Add a few drops of beer to 2 or 3 pureed organic strawberries. Apply the paste to face for 20 -25 minutes for a skin soothing and moisturizing facial. Organic Beer, Honey, Lemon and Olive Oil Mask (for oily skin) Mix a tablespoon of the organic ingredients with a few drops of beer and apply to face for 15-20 minutes before rinsing with warm water. Apply toner and moisturizer. No longer just a pub pastime, beer has truly beneficial ingredients to enhance the health of your skin when used as a facial.]>>
