Home remedies for Glowing Skin
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| You can get glowing skin by using natural ways and home remedies without using fairness and glow creams available in market |
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Overview
Friends, in my point of view, the most 'unfair' thing in the world is being obsessed with 'fair skin' and we should not confuse glowing skin with fair skin.
Because of the media and many film industries, most people have beauty ideals with fair skin.
Though in the international fashion circuit, a good number of dusky women are doing great jobs.
Some Hottest Dusky Women in the fashion and film industry in the World
- Rihanna-Barbadian singer
- Beyonce Kowles-American singer, actress and songwriter
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- Priyanka Chopra-Indian actress, and former miss world
- Mariyah Carey-American singer, songwriter, actress
- Jennifer Lopez-American singer, actress, and dancer
- Halle Berry-American actress
- Bipasha Basu-Bollywood Actress
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- Salma Hayek-American actress and producer
- Mallika Sherawat-Bollywood actress
and many more
Still, most of us are lured by advertisements of fairness creams and lotions promising fair skin within weeks. Most of them are harmful to the skin in the long run.
In order to cure the damage and keep your skin healthy for a long, you need to use natural ingredients and remedies.
If you believe in natural remedies and ingredients, you are at the right place. Here we shall discuss some natural home remedies to keep your skin glowing.
Why Home Remedies?
There are many home remedies available for glowing skin. The number of such home remedies is no less than the number of lab-tested beauty products on the shelves.
Home remedies have often been dismissed as unscientific but in reality, there is a strong reason and science to defend many home remedies which are being used in our families for years.
How to convert your oily skin to glowing skin
- Take 16 spoons of Gram Flour.
- Add to it half spoon of Turmeric powder.
- Also add half a cup of Raw Milk.
- Add to it 10 drops of Mustard Oil.
- Also add a few drops of Rose-water.
- Mix all these ingredients properly in a glass bowl.
- Apply this to the face, neck, hands, and other parts of the body.
- Exclude your eyes, eyebrows, and lips.
- Stay for 5 to 10 minutes till it starts drying.
- Remove it gently by rubbing upwards using your palms.
- After five minutes wash with lukewarm water and dry.
How to prepare Cucumber Lotion for face?
Cucumber is well known as an ingredient of Salad. It contains vitamin C and Caffeic acid which give a soothing and rejuvenating effect to the skin.
Cucumber gives a cooling effect, works as an antioxidant, nourishes the skin and cures sunburns.
Cucumber is safe on sensitive skin because it is more than 90% water and has no harsh chemicals or ingredients.
Eating a lot of cucumbers is good for the skin and digestive system. When used on the face, it nourishes the skin and results in a glow on the face.
- Take a large juicy Cucumber.
- Peel, wash, and grate it with clean hands.
- Use a clean cloth and squeeze the juice into a glass pot.
- Mix to it half spoon of Lemon juice.
- Add to it half spoon of Rose-water.
- Mix well and your lotion is ready.
- Use cotton and apply it on the face and neck.
- Leave it for half to one hour.
- Wash first with lukewarm water and then with normal water.
6 Acupressure points for Facial Beauty
Here we shall discuss about six acupressure points on face and body for facial beauty. By pressing these points you can enhance the beauty of your face.
- Press each of the points given in the above video using a finger or jimmy in a pumping manner for one minute.
- First acupressure point is LI4. This point lies in the flesh between the thumb and index finger. On pressing the point you will experience sharp pain. This confirms you found the right point
- the Second point is LI18. This point lies 4 finger widths away from the tip of the pointed bone on the neck called Adam's Apple.
- Third acupressure point is St2. This point lies 1 finger width below the center of the bony margin just below the eye.
- the Fourth point is St3. This point lies just below point St2, in line with the broad part of the nose.
- the Fifth point is St4. This point is located just vertically below point St3 in line with the corner of the mouth.
- Sixth acupressure point is SI18. This point lies in line with the outer corner of the eye just below the cheekbone.
In addition to the above home remedies, you can use some homemade face masks for glowing skin.
15 homemade face masks for glowing skin
Here we shall discuss some face packs. You can use any of them according to the season and ingredients available to you.
One thing that most people don't do is whenever you apply something on your face, don't neglect your neck. Treat your neck also as a part of your face because neck skin also needs care.
1. Fuller's earth mask
Fuller's earth or Multani mitti is a clay that has powerful cleansing properties.
It is called Fuller's earth because of its use in fulling, a process of cleaning sheared wood, because of its ability to absorb grease and grime.
The clay originated in Multan, Pakistan. It contains minerals and volcanic ash which make the skin glow and shine.
Fuller's earth mask is beneficial for oily skin. It is a summer must-have and leaves skin cool and tight.
Mix some rose water with Fuller's earth to make a paste. Apply this on your face and neck, leave for 15 to 20 minutes and wash off.
2. Sandalwood mask
Sandalwood has been an age-old ingredient for skin care. It has been used for generations in India and China.
Being very gentle, it is suitable for all skin types. It gives a soothing and cooling effect in summer.
Mix some rose water with Sandalwood powder in order to make a paste. Apply this on your face. Leave for 15-20 minutes and wash off.
It will be better to find a genuine Sandalwood stick and grind it on a grindstone using water to get a paste.
3. Chickpea flour mask
Chickpea flour is good for removing old and dead skin cells.
- Take 3-4 spoons of chickpea flour.
- Mix some milk into it. Milk contains lactic acid which is a good lightener.
- Alternately you can also mix some rose water. It makes skin soft and moist.
- You can also add a pinch of turmeric powder. Turmeric keeps skin ailments like acne and old scars at bay.
- Apply this paste to your face and neck except for your eyes and lips.
- Keep it for 15-20 minutes and wash it off.
- Repeat this for a week to get glowing and fairer skin.
4. Crushed Almonds mask
Almonds are rich in vitamin E which makes skin soft and supple.
- Soak some almonds in water at night.
- In the morning peel and crush them to make a paste.
- If needed, mix some milk to make a paste.
- Apply this paste on your face and neck and leave for 15-20 minutes.
- Before washing off, scrub your skin with the help of almond gains.
- This mask will give you fair skin and will also remove dead skin.
5. Milk cream mask
If you have dry skin then this mask is for you. If you boil milk and let it cool, a layer of milk cream is formed on top of the milk.
Milk cream contains lactic acid like curd and milk, which is a good lightener.
Apply this on the face and wash it off after 15-20 minutes. This will leave your skin extremely soft.
6. Orange peel mask
Dry orange peels and grind them to a fine powder. Mix some milk or rose water to make a paste and use it as a mask. Orange peels are rich in vitamin C which helps in skin lightening.
7. Curd mask
Curd is loved by everyone as a tasty meal. It is also loved for its probiotic properties. It is good for the stomach and digestive system.
You can use curd as a face mask since it contains lactic acid. You can also mix some turmeric into it. Applying this mask daily for a week will give you glowing skin.
8. Lemon mask
If you have oily skin then this easiest and simplest mask is good for you. Just squeeze a lemon and apply the juice to your face.
Lemon is very acidic, therefore initially apply it for 2-3 minutes and wash it off. You can increase it day by day.
This mask cleanses your skin and makes it smoother. It also helps clear old scars.
9. Honey mask
Take pure honey and apply it on your face and neck. Leave for 15-20 minutes and wash off.
Antioxidant properties of honey prevent fine lines due to growing age. It also prevents future fine lines. This mask is good for lightening the skin.
10. Apple mask
Mash an apple and mix some milk or honey to make a paste. Apply this to the face and neck. Leave for 15-20 minutes and wash off. Apple contains maleic acid which helps lighten and brighten the skin tone.
11. Potato mask
Peel and cut a potato. Mix some milk and make a paste in a mixer or food processor to get a creamy paste.
Apply this to your face and neck. Leave for 15-20 and wash off. Potatoes are rich in vitamin C. You can apply it daily for some days to get fair skin.
12. Glycerin mask
This mask is best suited for dry skin. It is very effective for lightening and softening the skin. Apply glycerin on the face and neck. Leave for 10 minutes and wash off.
13. Saffron mask
Saffron is an expensive herb. This mask is popular in women of Kashmir valley in India. If you can arrange pure saffron, mix a few strands of saffron in milk and leave for half an hour.
Apply this to your face. Leave for 15-20 minutes and wash off. Apply this mask every day for seven days to get a fair glow on your face.
14. Papaya mask
Take some slices of papaya and mash them. Apply on face and wash off after 20-25 minutes.
You will notice the glow immediately. Papaya contains the enzyme Papain which is a good lightener. Papaya soaps are popular in the Philippines, Japan, and Korea.
15. Oatmeal mask
Oatmeal is an excellent scrub. Mix some oatmeal and milk in a bowl to make a paste. Apply this on your face. Slowly scrub your face with this paste. Don't scrub too hard. Wash off after 5-10 minutes. This will make your skin fair and fresh.
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FAQs people ask about Glowing Skin:
Q. Which fruit is good for the skin?
A. Vitamin C is essential for healthy skin, a strong immune system, and the speedy recovery of skin imperfections.
Blackcurrants, blueberries, broccoli, guava, kiwi fruit, oranges, papaya, strawberries, and sweet potatoes are the greatest foods to get them from.
Q. Which vitamin is good for the face?
A. Along with vitamins C, E, and K, vitamin D is among the greatest for your skin. Getting adequate vitamins might help you maintain healthy, youthful-looking skin.
Q. Which juice is good for skin glow?
A. Pomegranate juice- Pomegranate makes skin sparkle and purifies the blood. Additionally, it possesses anti-aging qualities that promote cell renewal and give you a younger appearance.
Iron and vitamin K are abundant in spinach juice and are crucial for beautiful skin. Additionally, it contains vitamins C, E, and manganese, which guard your skin against free radicals.
Q. How can I improve my skin in a week?
A. How to Get Skin Glow in One Week: Some Tips
Modify your foundation
Purge frequently
Maintain its hydration
Glow continuously
Regularly replace your pillowcase
Get some beauty rest
Rub the face with ice
Q. What to apply on the face before sleeping?
A. A fantastic approach to smooth the face, unclog pores, remove dead skin and stop breakouts is with facial washing brushes.
Apply your preferred facial cleanser to your face and use your cleansing brush to gently massage it in, soothing your skin and your face as you get ready for bed.
Q. What can I drink before bed to clear my skin?
A. Joy McCarthy, a holistic dietitian, advises drinking at least a liter of water each night for radiant skin in the morning. "Keep it by your bed, and if you get thirsty in the morning, drink a few sips."
Q. What should I drink in the morning for glowing skin?
A. Drink These In The Morning For Glowing Skin;
Honey and lemon water. Fruit Juices. Drinking lemon and honey with lukewarm water will do wonders for your skin.
Freshly squeezed fruit juices, like coconut water, green tea, and vegetable juices, are loaded with vitamins and minerals that improve the health of your skin.
Q. How many hours is beauty sleep?
A. While you sleep, your body heals and rebounds, which has a variety of positive effects on your appearance.
The goal is to obtain enough sleep each night, ideally 7 to 9 hours of good sleep.
Q. How do you properly wash your face?
A. Make use of a non-alcohol, soft, non-abrasive cleaner.
Apply cleanser with your fingertips after wetting your face with lukewarm water.
The urge to scrape your skin should be resisted because doing so irritates the skin.
Use warm water to rinse then pat dry with a soft towel.
Q. How much water should I drink a day for glowing skin?
A. According to experts, you should drink 2.7 liters of water for women and 3.7 liters of water for men per day.
This includes any high-water-content beverages, foods, and vegetables that you consume.
Q. Is coffee good for the skin?
A. Chemicals found in coffee support wholesome skin. An antioxidant called caffeic acid may increase collagen levels and slow down cell aging.
Additionally, caffeine has antibacterial qualities, which means it may help shield the skin from pathogens.
Q. Is it OK to apply Vaseline on the face?
A. Despite its many advantages, petroleum jelly shouldn't be used for everything. If you are prone to outbreaks of acne, stay away from applying petroleum jelly on your face.
Q. Should U wash your face with cold or hot water?
A. Avoid using warm water to wash your face. The American Academy of Dermatology advises using lukewarm water to wash your face.
Hot water strips your skin of the protective oils that aid in retaining moisture, making it the ideal balancing act for all skin types.
Q. Is sugar good for the skin?
A. On the skin, sugar has a natural anti-aging action. It helps to slow down the aging process by preventing toxins from attacking your skin cells.
All three types of sugar—regular granulated, brown, and organic—work wonderfully.
Q. Does Vaseline remove dark spots?
A. No, normal Vaseline doesn't include any ingredients that would lighten spots; it is simply petroleum jelly that locks in moisture.
Q. Can Vaseline remove pimples?
A. Vaseline does not work to cure acne. In fact, applying vaseline on your face might make acne worse.
Q. Can honey lighten skin?
A. There isn't any conclusive evidence linking applying honey to your face to reduce the appearance of black spots.
But because honey has exfoliating qualities, putting it on your face can get rid of dulling dead skin cells. In turn, your skin may appear more radiant.
Q. What's acne caused by?
A. Sebum, an oily fluid that moisturizes your skin and hair, and dead skin cells clog hair follicles, resulting in acne. Bacteria can cause infection and inflammation, which worsen acne.
Q. Is lemon harmful to the face?
A. Lemon's extreme acidity could harm and irritate your skin. It could burn your skin if it is particularly sensitive or dry. You'll develop painful rashes as a result.
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Compiled by: Paramjit Singh Rana
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