December 18, 2023
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Best Natural Beauty Secrets From Around the World
Want Glowing Skin and Gorgeous Hair? The Secret Might Be in a Tradition Halfway Across the World.
Every woman dreams of having radiant skin and luscious hair, but what if the answer isn’t in the latest product on the shelf but in ancient traditions passed down through generations? From the deserts of Morocco to the serene coasts of Japan, women around the globe have relied on time-tested, natural remedies to enhance their beauty. These natural beauty secrets don’t just transform your appearance; they nourish your body from within. Let’s take a journey around the world and discover the glow-inducing rituals you’ll want to add to your routine!
Timeless Natural Beauty Secrets from Different Cultures
Around the world, women have been using nature’s gifts for centuries to enhance their beauty. From ancient herbs to oils and unique beauty rituals, these timeless secrets have stood the test of time. In India, turmeric is a go-to ingredient for glowing skin. It’s used in face masks to fight inflammation and brighten the complexion. In Japan, rice water is a well-loved tonic for shiny hair and smooth skin. Meanwhile, Moroccan women swear by argan oil for deep hydration and frizz control. These traditional rituals, backed by nature, are gentle, effective, and chemical-free. Let’s explore these global beauty treasures that continue to work wonders for glowing skin and hair.
Why Go Natural? The Power of Nature in Beauty
Choosing a natural beauty secret over synthetic products isn’t just a trend; it’s a conscious decision to protect your skin and hair from harmful chemicals. Many commercial beauty products are packed with artificial ingredients that may give instant results but can lead to long-term damage. By opting for natural ingredients, you reduce your exposure to these harsh chemicals and support the health of your skin and hair for the long haul. Natural ingredients like honey, coconut oil, and aloe vera are packed with essential nutrients, vitamins, and antioxidants that nourish from within.
These powerful ingredients don’t just work wonders on your appearance; they help restore and protect your skin’s natural balance. Plus, they’re incredibly eco-friendly, as many of them are sustainably sourced and free from toxic manufacturing processes. Let’s not forget the cost factor: natural beauty products are often more affordable than their synthetic counterparts, making them a win-win for both your health and your wallet. So, why not embrace the goodness of nature and treat your skin and hair to the best it deserves?
Must-Try Natural Beauty Tips from Around the World
Want to start your global-inspired beauty routine? Here are five tried-and-true natural beauty tips you can easily try at home:
1. Costa-Rica: Orange Juice
Did you know that oranges can help reduce the size of pores? Not only this – they are also believed to increase the production of collagen, keeping the skin looking youthful. Some people mix equal parts of water and fresh orange juice and apply it with a cotton ball onto their skin, leave for a few minutes and rinse off. This homemade toner refreshes the skin and makes the pores less noticeable.
Aside from applying orange juice topically, including it in your diet is even better, especially when it comes to reversing (or more like delaying) the aging process. This is one of the simplest anti-aging skincare remedies found in natural ingredients for skin care.
Speaking of pore-reducing toners, have you tried LAMAV Probiotic Toner?
2. Singapore: Coconut Oil
When I was living in Singapore, I noticed that most women there had super shiny hair. Considering that the climate in Singapore is very humid, their hair should have been ultra-frizzy? And yet their locks were sleek and shiny. How was that possible?
After I spent a year there, I found out their secret – an extremely effective natural haircare tip for maintaining healthy strands. Almost every evening, they were applying a few drops of organic coconut oil and leaving it on overnight. The result – good morning, gorgeous, frizz-free hair!
Note: Always make sure that the vegetable oils you are buying are 100% organic - this is the ultimate guarantee that all of their wonderful properties are fully preserved!
3. Bulgaria: Rose Water
Rose water for skin is very popular in Bulgaria, not only because the so-called Rose Valley is the home of Rosa Damascena. Bulgarian women discovered the magical powers of natural rose water decades ago and still swear by it. It helps keep their skin healthy, glowing, and radiant.
Rose water is wonderful for soothing skin irritations, balancing oily skin, restoring moisture, and preventing puffiness a real natural beauty remedy.
If you want to experience the skin-reviving power of Rosewater, try LAMAV Rose Hydrating Mist!
4. Morocco: Argan Oil
Argan oil is probably one of the most popular vegetable oils to date, but I can assure you, it has been named “liquid gold” for a reason. Argan oil can be used on the skin as a moisturizer because it has outstanding skin-healing and anti-aging properties. During the colder months, I add a few drops of Argan oil to my daily cream – it works like a charm for my dry, dehydrated, flaky skin. Because Argan oil is very lightweight, it penetrates with ease and delivers moisture and nutrients to the dermis, where they are most needed.
5. India: Turmeric
Turmeric is one of India’s most used spices and it’s not just good when added to food, but also great for your skin. There are many ways to use turmeric and you can find tons of great recipes online. Today I’ll share my personal favourite – a simple, 2-ingredients-only, DIY anti-aging scrub with yogurt.
Turmeric known for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties and is a powerful natural ingredient for skincare. Turmeric has been used in traditional skincare routines to brighten the complexion, fight acne, and reduce dark spots.
Used in pre-wedding rituals in India, turmeric paste is applied to the bride and groom's skin to give them a radiant glow. Taking inspiration from this tradition, Turmeric is now used in face masks and scrubs, often combined with yogurt or honey for added benefits.
How to: Mix equal parts of turmeric and yogurt, apply to the skin, leave on until it dries and then scrub gently for a minute or two. Rinse off with lukewarm water.
Turmeric is also believed to reduce dark spots and marks left from healed blemishes, which makes it ideal for people struggling with acne and melasma.
Find this golden spice in LAMAV’s Award Winning Glow Beauty Mask.
6. India: Kansa Wand
With its roots firmly planted in Ayurvedic tradition, the Kansa wand has been around for thousands of years and is a small dome-shaped tool that supports Ayurvedic philosophy – that for holistic health, beauty and wellbeing, it’s essential to balance the mind, body and spirit. The Kansa wand is believed to assist in this pursuit by aligning the Doshas, helping to unblock energy channels and promoting improved health, beauty and vitality.
Made from a sacred bronze metal, the Kansa wand is primarily used to aid in lymphatic drainage and relaxation – making it the ultimate facial tool to add to your repertoire. As our lymphatic system plays such an important role in detoxification, facial massage can help to assist in the removal of toxins, while also boosting circulation and balancing dull, dry or lacklustre skin.
While you can use the Kansa wand morning or night, we recommend using it in conjunction with your favourite LAMAV Face Booster and Face Oil – for elevated results.
7. Turkey: Rose Water
Rosewater has been a staple in Turkish beauty rituals for centuries, valued for its refreshing and soothing properties. In Turkey, rose water is used as a toner to balance the skin’s pH and reduce redness or irritation. It is also added to baths or used in face masks to hydrate and refresh the skin.
Rosewater is known for its delicate fragrance, and in Turkish culture, it is used not only for beauty but also in religious ceremonies and celebrations, adding a sense of tranquility and calmness to any ritual.
If you want to experience the skin-reviving power of Rosewater, try LAMAV Rose Hydrating Mist!
8. Japan: Rice Water
In Japan, rice has long been celebrated for its nourishing properties, especially when it comes to hair care. Japanese women are known for their beautiful hair, and traditionally this is known to be as a result of rinsing with rice water. This starchy liquid is packed with vitamins, amino acids, and antioxidants that promote healthy hair growth and improve hair elasticity.
9. Korea: Snail Mucin
K-beauty is all the trend, known for their signature glass-like skin - often created using products that contain snail mucin. Snail mucin, the secretion produced by snails, is packed with nutrients like glycoproteins, hyaluronic acid, and zinc. It helps with skin regeneration, reducing wrinkles, and healing acne scars. In Korea, snail mucin has been used for centuries to achieve smooth, glowing skin and you can now find this ingredient along with vegan alternatives in a variety of Korean beauty products including serums and sheet masks.
10. China: Green Tea
Green tea has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years, and its beauty benefits are well-known worldwide. Rich in antioxidants, green tea is a potent age defence ingredient that can help to reduce inflammation, protect against UV damage, and promote glowing skin. Now not just for sipping, green tea is now a popular skincare ingredient, offering protection and repair of the skin from environmental stress.
Find it in LAMAV’s Bakuchiol 4% Natural Retinol Alternative Booster.
11. China: Gua Sha
Now a popular skincare tool, Gua Sha has been around for centuries and is used to stimulate circulation, smooth the skin and combat inflammation. Traditionally known in China as “scraping” this ancient practice was used to stimulate blood flow, relieve tension in the face when unwell and reduce pain and inflammation. Use LAMAV’s Gua Sha and facial roller in conjunction with your favourite LAMAV face oil to massage the face with added benefits of infusing the active ingredients deep into the skin.
From ancient beauty rituals to modern-day skincare solutions, traditional beauty secrets from around the world continue to offer incredible benefits. These practices, grounded in nature and cultural wisdom, provide timeless insights into skincare, haircare, and wellness. Whether it's the nourishing power of argan oil from Morocco or the rejuvenating effects of green tea in China, these natural beauty secrets remind us that the earth holds powerful ingredients that can enhance our beauty naturally, without the need for synthetic products.
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