Community Magazine June 2009

SIVAN 5769 JUNE 2009 61 hot as your feet can take, and soak them for at least ten minutes. Apply lotion afterwards. Whether you try one or all of these treatments, be sure to savor the time spent doing something for yourself. And don’t feel guilty about doing something just for you – after all you’ve done (and all you’re going to do) – you’ve earned it. READER TIPS B efore showering, I moisturize my face by applying a “mask” of Crisco for a few minutes. This leaves my skin literally “butter soft”. F ied K. A great astringent face mask can be made by dabbing egg whites onto your face and waiting until it dries before removing. This will tighten the skin and close the pores. Esther S lta M ix 2 tbsp of oatmeal and 1 tbsp of plain yogurt and rub onto your face. Then rinse with warm water. This will exfoliate the skin and get rid of the dead skin cells. Jac lyn R. Send your tips for next month’s subject: FOOD SAFETY shaatra@community m .com