Be it female or male, no one likes a face filled with acne, pimples, sore or spots. You find out that ladies with rough faces are constantly looking for ways to conceal the face because some spots can make the face so hideous. I have tried a lot of remedies- black soaps, face creams, moisturizers e.t.c. at some point I gave up and focused only on using foundations and concealers to cover up, but trust me there are some pimples that will still stand out even after using so many products, it’s so frustrating. *sigh*.

I started searching the internet for solutions, the first article I read gave me a little insight on the things that could cause acne and how to treat it. The article also mentioned consistency in facial routine which I find very tiring but in the face of getting a clean and clear skin, I was determined to do it right!.

First I had to quit thinking  about the money I was going to spend to get the things I needed for my facial recovery. *Money go come*

Secondly I stopped listening to what everyone said about my face – it just weighs you down the more.

I followed the following routine religiously and I must share it with you, who knows I might be a solution provider to someone reading this.

•  Every morning drink lots of water (three glass cups at least)…. This is very important to detoxify your body for the whole day.
• wash your face with warm water…. This keeps the face pore opened.
• pat dry with a face towel
• Mix natural honey, lemon water and apple cider vinegar(with The Mother) or mashed raw potato with natural honey – Use cotton wool to apply on face.
• Wait for 15 mins minimum.
• Rinse thouroghly with Luke warm water or wash with a moisturizing soap.
• Use coconut oil or any other natural oil on your face to get that natural baby look.

Do this regularly every day for two weeks and you would start getting better results.

And ultimately I changed my cosmetic products, I started using House of Tara’s powder and foundation.

I especially love the Dual mineral powder

I found out the Dual powder is fortified with sunscreen and Aloe Vera thus reducing the risk of any skin irritation, breakouts or other adverse effects. It was perfect for my face routine.

Please be careful so as not to buy fake of any cosmetic products you use- (I  don’t want  you to have boils on our face).

You can purchase Tara’s products from any beauty representative, House of Tara branch locations worldwide or online at www.shop.houseoftara.com

This post was sent in by Olowojoba Rebecca Olamide

Use coconut oil– Commonly known as Adi Agbon in rural Yoruba villages across Nigeria, Coconut Oil has the ability to do wonders for the skin and has health benefits when ingested or used as a replacement for most cooking oils. Traditionally, Coconut oil was used by the local kinsmen as a moisturizer and is known to

rehydrate the skin after every application. Winter is generally a season for dry skin; with cold air outside and overheated air inside, your skin needs constant hydration. House of Tara has created a Makeup Remover infused with the coconut essence that soothes the skin, opens pores and leaves your skin refreshed.

Add some sparkle with our Queen Amina of Zaria Eye-shadow Palette – Queen Amina was the Hausa Warrior Queen of Zazzau (now Zaria) in Kano state, Nigeria. Amina is remembered for her fierce military exploits and is generally credited with building the famous wall of Zaria. A fierce leader and legend, Queen Amina inspired our festive 12-piece eye-shadow palette with vibrant Christmas colors like silver, red, green, bronze, peach and gold.

Youthful Beauty – With over 500 dialects across 36 states in Nigeria, the phrase “youthful beauty” has several names in different dialects. Our trio-eyeshadows all share the same meaning- Uyayi is Ibibio, Omoge is Yoruba and Feroshawa is Kanuri for a young, pretty girl. Each product name and color pigment is carefully chosen to make women feel young and radiant.

Know your skin type – The best guide to complexion perfection is to understand your skin type. Use products that are made for your skin type- whether it is dry, oily or combination- you need to know what works best for you! It is also important to use products according to the seasons; what works in cold weather may not work during the summer. Our cream foundations give you that flawless, velvety glow during winter because of its water-based properties.

The magic of Ombre Lips – To add a bit of sophistication and color to your holiday-inspired little black dress (LBD), try creating an Ombre lip. Our House of Tara lipstick names were inspired by local markets known to carry a wide range of cosmetic products for women. Sabo (Red), Jankara (Lilac Purple) and Tejuosho (Dark Cranberry) are the go-to-lipsticks for creating the perfect Ombre. Pair one of these festive shades with our Osemote lip liner and you have the perfect holiday pout.

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