DIY Chemical Peel

I've always wanted to try a chemical peel, because they help shed dead skin which promotes cell turnover giving you younger, clearer looking skin. But they are pretty pricey and I feel like there are a lot of risks that come with it, such as redness (a la Samantha from Sex and the City), color changes in the skin, swelling, and even scarring.

 Since I'm leery of doing anything that could possibly damage my sensitive skin I thought I'd try a more natural and cheap alternative at home with ingredients I had just lying around the house. What I did was I cut a lime in half (you could use a lemon too, I just didn't have any) and rubbed it all over my clean face. As I was rubbing I also squeezed the lime a bit so the juice could coat my face. It was a little pulpy so I'd recommend doing this over your sink. After my face was pretty saturated with lime juice, I took a soft bristled tooth brush and scrubbed my face in a circular motion to help lift up the dead skin. Once I was finished scrubbing I rubbed the lime over my face once more and let it dry. I slept in it over night to really get the full effect. In the morning I washed my face with my regular face wash and moisturizer.

 

I definitely noticed a difference in the way my skin looked. It was brighter and more clear. Citrus fruit, such as lemons and limes are high in citric acid, which helps to exfoliate the skin and is actually an active ingredient in chemical peels. I am definitely going to incorporate this chemical peel into my regular routine!