Have an "Inside-Out-Makeover" with the YW. It is best to do this activity when you have a sleepover so that there is enough time to do everything. 

First, talk about outside beauty and have makeovers. Use natural beauty remedies, the girls may think this is gross but will be surprised at how their skin feels afterward. (Recipes below.) Then 
have someone from the ward or stake (a cosmetologist or even a Mary Kay/Avon sales person) come and teach the girls make-up tricks. The girls can also do hair styles.

After all of that, invite a previous YW leaders or someone who has been involved with and respected by the girls and get them to give a talk on self esteem/child of God and the Importance of the YW values. Another good idea is to make up a `special sign' that the girls can use towards each other when they feel it is needed if they need support etc.

Recipes:

Cornmeal Scrub - use facial scrubs about once a week. 
It is best described as a complexion cleanser. 

1 ½Tbs yellow cornmeal
2 Tbs plain yoghurt (or ½ avocado)

Mix together in palm of your hand until it forms a grainy liquid. Apply to face, massaging lightly 
with balls of your fingers. Rinse well and pat dry.

Egyptian Egg Masque - masques are used to keep the skin tight. 
It is best to use a facial scrub and maybe even steam it before applying a masque. 

1 egg white

Slather egg white on your face. Leave for 15-20 minutes or until it becomes dry and tight. Rinse 
with tepid water and a final splash of cool water. Feel how smooth your skin is.

Oatmeal Masque - oatmeal is good for oily skin as it helps remove excess oil. 

2Tbs oatmeal
2tsp honey
1 egg white

Mix to form a thick paste. Slather onto clean skin and allow to remain 15-20 minutes. Rinse with tepid water and a final splash of cool water.

Mexican Moisturising Masque

1Tbs minced parsley
1Tbs honey
1Tbs milk

Mix to thin paste, apply to face and allow to remain for 20 minutes. Rinse with tepid water and a final splash of cool water.

Mayo Magic (moisturiser)

1Tbs mayonnaise

Apply in a thin sheet. Massage lightly with fingertips in upward circles. Leave a few 
minutes before rinsing.

Crème Indienne - for dry/normal skin. 
The cream is moisturising and the lime is a mild astringent adding a slight tingle. 

1Tbs heavy cream
½ lime

Place cream into small bowl; squeeze lime juice and mix. This will turn the cream slightly. Rub onto skin and massage lightly with fingertips. Allow to remain for 20 minutes, rinse.

Exfoliant - helps slough off dry skin and makes skin "glow". 

¼c coarse table salt

Pour salt into palm of hand and rub onto dull areas of body using slow circular motions. Avoid any nicks or cuts. Complete with a shower.

OR

1 avocado

Peel avocado and eat it. Rub the peel over rough areas like elbows and knees. The inside of the peel contains soothing oil that will gradually soften the skin while the peel is slightly abrasive.

Toner - (astringent). 

1Tbs cider vinegar
1c mineral oil

Mix and place in a bottle that has a tight seal. Keep in refrigerator. (May use strained juice from 2 lemons in place of cider vinegar.)

Hope this helps,

Sent in by: Toni