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The food we prepare for ourselves is way much tastier, healthier than what we eat outside. Self-cooking is always healthier for the body as well as the mind.
More importantly, it's the self-effort which makes us happy.
So, why not put a little effort into your beautiful, gorgeous face by using natural products at home and keeping your skin healthy and happy. Every time going out to a beauty parlour gets so tiring and most of them we all know are nothing but salons with chemical products.
Coffee is generally considered as a CNS stimulant that means boosting energy levels. Like in some cases of a sudden drop in blood pressure, a cup of Coffee can provide instant relief. Using Coffee powder with rose water as a face pack is helpful in rejuvenating skin and protecting it against sun damage as it is rich in antioxidants.
a. Take 1/2 -1 teaspoon of Coffee powder.
b. Add rose water to it.
c. Apply it evenly all over the face and neck.
d. Let it sit for 5-7 minutes.
e. Wash thoroughly with fresh water.
f. Use this remedy 2-3 times a week.
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Papaya is a low-calorie juicy, fruit rich in vitamin C and A. Antioxidants such as vitamin, C help reduce inflammation and fight against various diseases by strengthening immunity. Papaya pulp can be applied as a face mask to help reduce pigmentation, acne, and wrinkles on the skin.
a. Take 1/2-1 teaspoon of Papaya fruit pulp.
b. Add glycerine to it.
c. Apply to the affected area.
d. Let it sit for 7-10 minutes.
e. Wash thoroughly with tap water.
f. Use this remedy 2-3 times a day.
Besan or Gram flour is a bundle of protein, unsaturated fatty acids, vitamins, and beta-carotene. It is the perfect dietary ingredient for those who want to go on a low-carb, high-protein, no-gluten diet. Due to its anti-inflammatory property and the presence of zinc, it fights the infections that cause your face to erupt with problems like acne, tanned skin, excess oil secretion, and many more.
1: Mix 4 teaspoons of gram flour with a pinch of turmeric, 1 teaspoon of curd, and the juice of a lemon. The vitamin C in the lemon will reduce pigmentation, while Dahi (curd) will moisturize your skin.
2: Add a pinch of salt for exfoliating benefits
3: Apply to your skin and face daily and you will see results after prolonged use.
Tip: You could also substitute the curd with milk and use this paste all over your body to get beautiful, flawless skin. You won't stop wowing over it!
Neem trees have a strong place in the world of medicine and wellness. Every part of the Neem plant can be used against various infectious diseases. Neem is a blood-purifier, has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that prevent cell damage. Apply this face pack with rose water to manage problems like acne, wrinkles, psoriasis, eczema, pimples, ringworm, and skin rashes.
a. Take 1 teaspoon of Neem leaves or bark powder.
b. Add 1-2 teaspoons of rose water to form a paste.
c. Apply it all over your face and neck and wait for 10-15 minutes.
d. Wash thoroughly with tap water.
e. Use this pack 3 times a week.
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Banana is an edible fruit that is a natural instant energy booster. It is a rich source of potassium and magnesium and the whole Banana plant (flowers, ripe, unripe fruits, leaves, and stems) has medicinal value. Banana paste on the skin is beneficial for managing skin problems like dry skin, acne, and wrinkles due to its strong healing, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant property.
a. Take 1/2 - 1 teaspoon of a fresh paste of Banana.
b. Add milk to it and apply it on the affected area.
c. Wait for 30-45 minutes.
d. Wash with tap water.
e. Use this pack 2-3 times a week for better results.
Turmeric or Haldi is an everyday used spice in our cuisines and also has various medicinal properties. Due to its active ingredient curcumin, which possesses antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial properties. By applying turmeric with Aloe Vera, Multani mitti, milk, rose water, and more, it manages acne, pimples, skin discoloration, dark spots.
i. Take 1-2 teaspoon Turmeric powder.
ii. Add 2 teaspoons of rose water and make a smooth paste.
iii. Apply it on the face and keep it for 10-15 minutes.
iv. Wash with plain cool water and pat dry.
v. Repeat 2-3 times a week.
Rice is a staple food in many countries and using rice flour for the face is the easiest remedy. Its face pack is useful for skin whitening, skin brightening, removing sun tan, getting rid of skin, dirt which causes pimples and acne, and to give the skin an even tone due to its healing, antioxidant property. Using rice flour in combination with other ingredients will produce major benefits for the skin.
a. In a bowl, mix a tablespoon of rice powder, oats, honey, and cold milk and make into a smooth paste.
b. Apply the mixture on the face, gently massaging for 5-10 minutes.
c. Once the mixture dries, wash off with cold water and pat dry.
d. Using this remedy twice a week ensures better results for skin brightening with rice powder and helps get rid of pimples and acne.
The plant Camellia sinensis yields three types of tea based on the level of fermentation: green, white, and black. Green tea is generally considered a good beverage for weight loss and weight maintenance as it is a low-calorie drink. But, due to its antioxidant nature & the constituent polyphenol green tea reduces premature aging, and also can be beneficial in achieving soft, supple, and young-looking skin.
a. Take 3-5 gm of Green Tea powder.
b. Mix it with yogurt, milk, or honey.
c. Wait for 10 -15 minutes and then mix them properly.
d. Apply it on the affected area and let it sit for 15-20 minutes.
e. Wash it off using plain water.
f. Do it once a week to get better results.
Chandan or sandalwood is one of the oldest and most precious sources of natural fragrance with immense medicinal and commercial significance. The topical application of sandalwood oil on the face helps promote skin cell growth. Due to its anti-aging and healing property, Chandan helps to reduce any types of scars, dark spots, or pigments and also flawless skin.
1. Add 3-6gm Sandalwood powder, 2 tablespoons milk and 1 teaspoon glycerin in a clean bowl.
2. Mix well until a smooth paste is obtained.
3. Apply all over the face and let it rest for 30 minutes.
4. Rinse it off with water.
5. Apply thrice a week to get smooth, glowing skin.
Oats have been a kind of cereal grain, which is suitable for human consumption as oatmeal. Oats are one of the quickest and healthiest breakfasts. Applying Oats face pack along with honey helps to manage skin problems like the formation of new skin cells, regulates the oil and pH balance of the skin, and reduces dryness of the skin due to its anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
1. Take 1/2 -1 teaspoon of Oats.
2. Add honey to it and make a paste.
3. Apply on the skin.
4. Let it sit for 20-30 minutes.
5. Wash thoroughly with tap water and pat dry.
*Caution: Before applying the above mentioned packed I would recommend a small skin test for any hypersensitivity or allergies.
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