Have you ever thought about putting yogurt on your face? If not, consider this. Below is a recipe for a balancing facial treatment is not only super effective at calming the skin, it can also be made from ingredients you most likely already have in your pantry.The same beneficial bacteria in coconut yogurt that balances your gut flora also neutralizes the skin, helping ease inflammation. Honey is a natural antibacterial—perfect for deep-cleaning pores—and matcha’s active ingredient, epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), also soothes the skin while evening skin tone. The overall effect is smooth, firmed skin with a renewed (almost edible) radiance.
Probiotic Matcha Mask
Makes 1 mask
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons Orgasmic Coconut Yogurt (exclusive recipe in Eat Clean Play Dirty cookbook) (can substitute store-bought coconut yogurt or full-fat Greek yogurt)
- 1 tablespoon Manuka honey (can substitute with raw, wildflower honey)
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder
Process:
Mix all ingredients in a small bowl. Apply a thin layer to the skin, avoiding the eyes, and let dry for 20 minutes. Rinse with cool water.
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