Natural Astringents
Natural astringents contain chemicals that cause body tissue to constrict and pull together. So when applied topically, they cause skin to tighten and pores to shrink. They give the skin a smoother, firmer texture, with less-visible pores.
Natural astringents also have anti-fungal and antibacterial properties that can reduce infections and irritation. They are often prepared as hydrosols for inclusion in facial toners.
Astringents:
– Shrink pores
– Smooth skin
– Relieve irritation
– Restore healthy pH
– Reduce breakouts
Plants with a high tannin content make excellent natural astringents. They have largely replaced alcohol, which, although a powerful astringent, is far too drying for routine use.
And routine, everyday application is what it takes to minimize pores, even with strong astringents. So it is wise to use natural ones that will treat your skin gently while giving you the smooth, clear complexion that you want.
Best natural astringents for minimizing the pores:
Rose water is a mild astringent, suitable for all skin types. It is ideal in toners and pore minimizers. Its smell, of course, belongs just about everywhere. More...
Witch hazel is the most well-known natural astringent. It is often mixed with alcohol. But even alcohol-free witch hazel can be drying and, for use on dry skin, is best used in combination with milder astringents. More...
Orange blossom water is a mild astringent, suitable for all skin types. It helps to reduce pore size and deeply cleanse and smooth the skin, restoring its natural pH balance and refreshing the senses. More...
In addition to its astringent effects, green tea brings potent antioxidants and other healing benefits to the skin. Its antioxidants make up 25% of its dry weight. More...
Apple cider vinegar is an astringent, suitable for all skin types. It helps minimize and refine pores and improve skin tone. More...
Calendula is renowned for its soothing, anti-inflammatory benefits. It is one of the great healing herbs. The vivid colors of its petals come from nineteen different carotinoids, each of which is a powerful anti-oxidant with healing properties that add to its astringent benefits. More...
Cucumber soothes the skin and reduces swelling, which is why we use cucumber slices over the eyes – it reduces dark circles and puffiness. But it does much more. More...
Elder blossoms help reduce the size of pores, prevent wrinkle formation, and protect against infections and breakouts – ideal in facial toners. More...
