Moneycontrol News | July 09, 2024
If you are looking for acne-soothing remedies, look for help in your own kitchen. Mix these common foods and ingredients, to cure acne. What’s more, you can also keep your skin glowing, moisturised and healthy
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Grapes: Resveratrol in the skin of red grapes has bactericidal activity against Cutibacterium acnes. Cut two or three grapes in half and rub the flesh over your face and neck, before rinsing off with cool water
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Cucumber facemask: Make a paste by blending one small cucumber and 1 cup of oatmeal. Mix a teaspoon of this paste with 1 tsp of plain yoghurt and apply it to your face for 30 minutes, and then rinse
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Cucumber face pack: Mash one whole cucumber, strain the water, add 1 tablespoon of sugar, and mix well. Apply to your face and leave it on for 10 minutes; then wash with cold water
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Honey mask: Before applying this mask, rinse your face with warm water. Then apply the honey and leave it on the skin for 30 minutes. Rinse the honey off with warm water
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Yeast and yoghurt mask: Combine 1 tsp of brewer’s yeast with plain yoghurt. Apply it to all the oily areas, leave on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water, then use cold water to close pores
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Oatmeal facial: Mix 2 tsp of oatmeal, 1 tsp of baking soda, and enough water to form a paste. Smooth the paste all over your face and very gently rub it in. Make sure not to over-exfoliate. Rinse thoroughly afterward
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Turmeric facial mask: Mix ½ cup of chickpea flour, 2 tsp each of turmeric powder, sandalwood powder, and ghee or almond oil and make a paste. Rub with pressure with both palms and fingers to remove all the paste. Rinse well with water after 10 minutes
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Always be careful about home remedies for skincare. Some ingredients may not suit your skin, and can irritate or harm it. Be extra careful if you have a sensitive skin or are prone to allergies
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Also, beware of acidic ingredients like vinegars, lemon juice, and other fruit juices that are often included in treatments to brighten skin. These can sometimes burn your skin
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