Bay leaves are often known as a kitchen ingredient, but they are also used in traditional skincare routines for their aromatic and plant-based properties.
Some people include them in homemade toners or masks as part of a natural self-care approach.
Below are simple recipes and methods often used in DIY skincare routines.
Bay Leaf Facial Toner (Basic Recipe)
Ingredients (about 1 cup of toner):
- 6–8 fresh or dried bay leaves
- 2 cups filtered water
- Optional: 1 teaspoon rose water or diluted essential oil
Preparation Steps:
- Rinse the bay leaves gently under cool water.
- Place them in a saucepan with filtered water.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 10–15 minutes.
- Let the liquid cool completely.
- Strain into a clean glass container.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
How to Use:
After cleansing your face, apply the cooled toner using a cotton pad or clean hands.
Follow with a moisturizer.
Some people use it once or twice daily as part of their skincare routine.
Continue to the next page to learn how to turn this infusion into a soothing face mask →
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