Herbalists have touted honey for centuries because it helps skin retain moisture and is thereby rejuvenating and softening. Take 2 tsp honey, 1 cup very hot water and a few drops pure essential oil, if desired. Dissolve the honey in the water. Add essential oil, if desired. Pour the mixture into the bath water. Makes 1 cup, enough for one bath.

Tomato, used externally, is good for getting a good complexion. You can make tomato lotion. Take one tsp of tomato juice add a couple of drops of lime juice. Apply on face and remove after 15 minutes. It is very effective for shrinking enlarged pores.