To regenerate your skin: Spread a paste made from milk and oatmeal on your face, leave it for an hour and wash it off with water, says Renata Klar Divan of Rio de Janeiro. Or rub papaya (the part from inside the rind) on your face and leave it for 20 minutes: It gives your skin an incredible glow.

To help avoid water retention: Eat fresh artichokes twice a week before sleeping. They’re a diuretic, and will make you less hungry.

To freshen hair: Rub talcum powder into the roots to absorb any oiliness. This also means you won’t have to shampoo as often.

For pimples: Use a paste of cornstarch and water to help absorb the skin’s oils.

To soothe puffy eyes: Make a compress from very cold camomile tea and hold it under your eyes for 20 minutes.

For soft lips: Spread a paste made from sugar and honey on your lips, tapping it on gently with your index finger. Wait three minutes and rinse. Finish with a lip protector with SPF.