Wisdom of Oz: Daphne's Beauty Tips

In the fifties, ladies would go to great lengths to whittle their waists, get gorgeous locks and keep their skin looking taut. Often times it involved machines that looked pretty uncomfortable and cost a pretty penny!  Today we know that you can’t count on a machine to shed pounds for you, you’ve got to exercise and eat right.

Homemade Hair Conditioner

Commercial hair conditioners can weigh hair down, this will give shine without weight.  This homemade version will give you lustrous, gorgeous hair in no time.

What you need:

Egg yolk
Water
Olive Oil
Essential Oils

How to make it:

To a beaten egg yolk, add 3/4 cup lukewarm water and 1/2 teaspoon olive oil.
Stir in 5 to 6 drops of lavender, rose and chamomile essential oils are beneficial for any hair type.

Home Face Mask

Women were always covering their face in creams, trying instant facelifts.  Daphne’s got a great firming mask that you can make with ingredients from your pantry.

What you need:

Buttermilk
Oatmeal
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Almond Oil

How to make it:

Mix ½ cup buttermilk, warm cooked oatmeal, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil and 1 teaspoon almond oil.  Apply to your face, let it sit for a few minutes and then wash it off.