Good skincare helps you get clear, flawless, and glowing skin, and rightly so, radiant and healthy skin boosts self-confidence. For men and women alike, looking good has direct effects on their confidence and self-esteem. A good skincare routine is a healthy self-love practice that everybody should incorporate it into their daily schedules
When we talk about healthy skin, it does not necessarily mean spending hours in a salon. Neither do we want you to spend all your money on harmful chemical-based skincare products. What we suggest instead is to take a few minutes from your hectic and mundane routine and rejoice in yourself. Using natural and eco-friendly products and home-based items can make your skin healthy and glowing. All you need to do is use them properly.
Here are some food items you can use for overall skincare. Get the instant glow and flawless skin at home.
Bread crumbs are rough in texture and have no side effects as such. Hence, they are considered excellent scrubbing agents. Unlike synthetic scrub creams, they do not perturb your skin. Bread crumbs face masks remove dirt, dead skin cells, and excessive oil from your skin. However, rubbing the bread crumbs aggressively against your face can lead to burns and redness. Avoid using it too frequently. Also, don’t keep the mask for prolonged durations. You can add milk, rosewater, fuller’s clay, or turmeric to bread crumbs and make a thick paste. Pay extra heed to the ingredients you add to the mix so that there are no reactions and allergies.
Cucumbers contain 95% water and related components that help in hydrating the skin. They are often used in treating sunburns and swelling under the eyes. The ascorbic acid present in cucumber soothes the skin and reduces pigmentation. The water-based content of cucumbers can calm your skin down and treat itching and irritation as well. Put two fresh slices of cucumber on your eyes for a few minutes to reduce swelling and dark circles. You can also add cucumber water with bentonite clay to get glowing skin.
Tomatoes are filled with antioxidants that help rejuvenate the skin and create a nice moisture barrier to keep the dryness and flakiness out of the scene. Vitamins in tomatoes help in reducing fine lines and wrinkles. It further reduces hyperpigmentation and gives your skin an instant glow. Tomatoes are one of the best natural detoxifiers. You can either use it as a toner or make a tomato-sugar scrub to treat your skin.
Saffron is deemed to have toning and antioxidant qualities. The amalgamation of saffron with homemade milk cream does magic to the skin. If you have dry skin, a saffron and milk cream mask can help you get soft and supple skin. Healthy skin demands adequate moisture. Using this homemade face mask two times a week will help you moisturize your skin and keep it glowing. You can also add almonds soaked overnight in your face mask.
Since ancient times, turmeric has been used extensively in skincare routines. Many beauty products also contain turmeric. Do you ever wonder why? Turmeric works the best for dark circles. It also reduces the aging effects and keeps the skin healthy. It rejuvenates the skin and removes wrinkles and dark spots around your eyes.
A homemade turmeric mask is made by adding a tablespoon or two of honey, half a tablespoon of chickpea flour, and yogurt to one tablespoon of turmeric. Make sure the consistency of the paste is neither too thick nor too thin.
Use it twice a week to get acne and pimple-free radiant skin.
Nowadays, chemical-based products are readily available in the markets. These products, when used for a prolonged period, can adversely react to your face. They can lead to unnecessary irritation. In such a scenario, homemade DIY ideas and natural skincare products are nothing less than the Holy Grail for your skin. Try these DIYs out and see the difference yourself.
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