There are
various elements which affects the health of skin. First and foremost factor is
one’s lifestyle and dietary habits. Other factors contributing skin problems
are environmental factors like direct sunlight exposure, dust, pollution,
weather, physiological problems like hormone imbalances, stress, improper
sleeping pattern, lack of nutrition, use of alcohol and smoking.
To achieve
clear skin, most of us rely on various readymade skin care products, which is
available in the market. It is always advisable to have natural products for
skin care and is easy and simple to make at home. This will help to get the
desired effects naturally and harmlessly.
LEMON
Lemon is
well known for its bleaching effects. This will help to reduce the blemishes
and enhances naturally glowing clear skin without any dark spots. The Vitamin C
and citric acid helps to remove the dead cells and improves the texture and
glow.
Method of use
·
Extract
lemon juice in a bowl about 2 teaspoonful
·
Dip
a cotton ball in it
·
Apply
gently all over the face
·
Leave
it until gets dry
·
Wash
it off in luke warm water
·
Apply
aloe vera or cucumber directly on the face to moisturize the skin.
Repeat it
daily for better results.
Method of use
·
Mix
equal amount of lemon juice and sugar
·
Mix
it well and apply this over the skin especially over the areas of exposure like
face , neck and hands
·
Massage
gently in circular motions for 2-3 minutes
·
Leave
it for 20 minutes
·
Wash
with luke warm /cold water
Repeat it
daily or every other day.
LEMON AND BAKING SODA
This is one of the best methods to get clear
skin. This will help to get rid of black heads.
Method of use
·
Mix
4 teaspoons of lemon juice with 3 teaspoons of baking soda and granulated
sugar.
·
Apply
this mixture on wet face
·
Gently
massage it in circular motions
·
Give
more concentration to the affected areas
·
Leave
it for 15 minutes
·
Wash
it off with luke warm water
Repeat it
once in a week
LEMON AND ROSE WATER
Rose water
is an excellent toner for the skin. It works well with lemon too.
Method of use
·
Take
2 teaspoons of lemon juice and mix it with equal amount of rose water
·
Dip
a cotton ball and apply all over the face
·
Wash
it off after 20 minutes
Repeat it
daily for naturally glowing skin
TURMERIC
It is very
well known for its medicinal uses for ages. It helps to maintain healthy skin,
prevent pimples, provides clear and glowing skin. It is famous
for its anti inflammatory and anti bacterial significances. Turmeric is also
used for removing unwanted hair growth. It will help to lighten the skin too.
Method of use
·
Take
a teaspoon of turmeric powder in a bowl
·
Add
enough juice of lemon into the bowl and mix it well to make a thick paste
·
Apply this mixture on to the face and neck
·
Leave
it until it gets dry
Repeat it
daily or at least thrice in a week to get better results.
TURMERIC AND NEEM LEAVES
This is the
best combination for any skin problems. It can be applied not only on the face
but also all over the body. It is capable of treating most of the skin
diseases. If continue to apply it daily can bring most amazing results with
clear, glowing and fair skin.
Method of use 1
·
Take
a cup of Neem leaves
·
Grind
it and make it a thick paste
·
Add
1 teaspoon of turmeric powder to this paste
·
Mix
well and apply to the face and neck or all over the body
·
Leave
it until it gets dry
·
Rinse
it off only after 30 minutes
Repeat it
daily for quicker results or every other day.
NB- It is
also advisable to add Tulsi leaves for better results.
Method of use 2
·
Extract
coconut milk from freshly grated coconut
·
Grind
fresh raw turmeric in this coconut milk to make a thick paste
·
Apply
this mixture on to the face
·
Leave
it for 15- 20 minutes
·
Rinse
it off with luke warm water
Repeat it
daily for better results.
Method of use 3
·
Mix
one tablespoon of turmeric with equal amount of gram flour
·
Add
some water or rosewater or milk to make a paste
·
Apply
generously on face and neck
·
Leave
it for 15-20 minutes
·
Rinse
with luke warm water
Rinse twice
or thrice a week can make unbelievable results.
HONEY
Honey is the
best moisturizer. It contains all the necessary ingredients for the skin. It is
one of the age old remedy for beautiful skin. It will give flawless, clear and
glowing skin.
Method of use 1
·
Take
2 teaspoonful of honey in a bowl.
·
Apply
it onto face and neck
·
Leave
it until it gets dry
·
Wash
it with coldwater
Repeat this
daily for better results.
Method of use 2
·
Wash
face with luke warm water and dry it
·
Take
one tablespoon of honey and dilute it in one tablespoon of milk
·
Mix
it well and apply it evenly on to face
·
Wash
it with luke warm water , when it gets dry
·
Rub
with ice cube to close pores
·
If
add lemon juice or gram flour for better results
Repeat it
once or twice in a week will give marvellous results.
Method of use 3
Honey and
lemon is also good for the skin to give natural glow and fairness.
·
Mix
1 teaspoon of honey with ¾ amount of lemon juice
·
Apply
it on to face
·
Wash
it when it dries
Repeat daily
for amazing results.
NB-Mix equal
amount of yogurt in this mixture is also beneficial to remove scar marks.
ALOE VERA
Aloe vera is
a wonderful remedy to get clear skin. It is a great moisturiser. It helps to
reduce pimples and acne, also has inflammatory and anti septic effects.
Method of use
·
Extract
the gel from fresh aloe vera leaves and put it in a bowl
·
Add 1 teaspoonful of milk, 1 teaspoonful of
honey, a pinch of turmeric and few drops of rose water.
·
Mix
it well, so that its gel dissolves in the mixture
·
Apply
this mixture onto the face
·
Wash
it after 20 minutes in luke warm water
Repeat it
twice in a week for better results.
Method of use 2
Apply fresh
gel of aloe vera directly onto face
·
Massage
it for 3-5 minutes
·
Leave
it for 10-15 minutes
·
Wash
it off with luke warm water
Repeat daily
or thrice in a week for better results.
Method of use 3
·
Extract
aloe vera gel
·
Mash
it with 2 Vitamin E capsules
·
Apply
this gel onto face
·
Leave
it until it dries
Repeat once
in a week.
PAPAYA
Papaya
contains an enzyme called Papain, is very good for the skin. Papaya is also
good for all types of skin, makes it fair and clear with a glowing texture. It
reduces the pigmentation and scar marks and also removes dead skin.
Method of use
·
Take
a ripe papaya and mash it well
·
Add
few drops of milk to this mashed papaya to make it a loose mixture
·
Apply
this onto face and gently massage in circular motion
·
Leave
the pack for 15-20 minutes
·
Wash
it off with water
Repeat it
daily for best results.
NB- It can
be applied without milk, also gives good results.
SANDALWOOD
This is very
well known natural ingredient in most of the ancient beauty and skin care.
Sandalwood paste is good for applying all over the skin as it can balance the
oil in the skin and can give a nice scent. It helps to refresh and relax your
mind and body.
Method of use
·
Make
a tablespoonful of sandalwood paste.
·
Add
turmeric powder into it
·
Mix
it well and apply it to face
·
Leave
it until dries
·
then
sprinkle some water on the mask
·
Gently
massage in circular motion for 2-3 minutes
·
Wash
it with cold water
It is also
advisable that this mixture can be applied all over the body as it will give
cooling effect and removes bad odours from the body. Do it regularly for better
results.
NB- if the
sandal is available as powder, mix it with rosewater to make paste.
Method of use 2
·
Apply
sandalwood paste made with rosewater or milk onto face and neck
·
Leave
it until it dries
·
Wash
it with cold water
Do it
regularly for naturally glowing skin.
