natural face mask

Herbs to reduce acne and acne scars

October 18, 2020 by sharvayonibeauty Leave a Comment

Acne or pimples develops when the hair follicles on the face, chest or back are clogged with oil and dead skin. Each pore is connected to a sebaceous gland, which produces an oily substance called sebum. Extra sebum can plug up pores, causing the growth of a bacteria.

Makeup is a temporary solution as it can only camouflage, not cure your skin problems. Using cheap or bad quality cosmetic products can make your skin greasy and further aggravate the problem. One of the easiest ways to get rid of pimples is to stick to natural home remedies as they are safe and reliable and don’t burn a hole in your pocket.

Neem, basil, coriander and mint face mask helps your skin get rid of the daily build-up of toxins underneath your skin and at the same time get rid of bacteria, germs and dirt embedded in your skin to give it a natural glow.

Things Required:

Holy basil(tulsi)
Coriander
Neem
Mint

How To:

Take a handful of holy basil, coriander, neem leaves and mint all in equal amounts, feed it to the juicer/mixer.
And grid it to a paste-like consistency, then transfer this mixture to a bowl.
Apply the mixture on the affected area and leave it in for a good 15 minutes then rinse with clean cold water.

For better results, follow this method twice a week.

Why it Works:

Basil which has immense benefits for our skin. Basil contains essential volatile oils like cinnamate, citronellol, geraniol, linalool, pinene, terpineol, etc., which contribute to its strong antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antidepressive properties, which reduces acne and acne scars. Next is coriander, it is a powerhouse of iron, antioxidants and Vitamin C.

Coriander juice works like magic for acne or oily skin. It is a detoxifier, a disinfectant and even treats dark lips.

The other magical ingredient in this mask is mint, the strong anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties of mint leaves prevent inflammation and cure acne. Applying mint leaves paste on the acne, dries up, eliminates acne scars and cleanses the pores.

The last and powerful ingredient is neem leaves the antibacterial properties of neem help a great deal in keeping a check on breakouts like acne, pimples and black/whiteheads. It also helps in clearing excess oil and dirt from deep within the skin pores.

Sweet Basil to treat pimples

October 14, 2020 by sharvayonibeauty Leave a Comment

Things Required:

Sweet basil – a handful
Sweet flag root – one-inch piece

How To:

Take A handful of sweet basil(thiruneetru pachilai), feed it to the juicer/mixer with the sweet flag(vasambu).
And grid it to a paste-like consistency, then transfer this mixture to a bowl.
Apply the mixture on the affected area and leave it in for a good 20 minutes then rinse with clean cold water.

For better results, follow this method every night before bed.

Why it Works:

Herbs can do wonder to your cooking. And it can do wonder to your skin too. There are more than a few herbs that can be grown at home easily and picked freshly to treat various skin issues.

Basil is one of them, which has immense benefits for our skin. Basil contains essential volatile oils like cinnamate, citronellol, geraniol, linalool, pinene, terpineol, etc., which contribute to its strong antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antidepressive properties.

The concentration of these essential oils in basil determines the characteristic aroma and flavour of each herb species.

Buttermilk and Radish to treat Dark spots

October 12, 2020 by sharvayonibeauty Leave a Comment

The scars and spots left by acne are more annoying and disheartening. The current unrealistic beauty standards claim that fairness and brightness are signs of healthy skin. However, the reality is far from this assumption. Healthy skin is characterized by high elasticity, smooth texture, and even tone.

Makeup is a temporary solution as it can only camouflage, not cure your skin problems. Using cheap or bad quality cosmetic products can make your skin greasy and further aggravate the problem. One of the easiest ways to get clear and spotless skin is to stick to natural home remedies as they are safe and reliable and don’t burn a hole in your pocket.

Things Required:

Radish- medium-sized
Buttermilk – two tablespoons

How To:

Cut the radish into cubes, feed it to the juicer/mixer and extract the juice of the radish.
Take two tablespoons or equal amount of both buttermilk and radish juice in a bowl
Apply the mixture on your skin and leave it in for an hour then rinse with clean cold water.

For better results, follow this method for two weeks in alternating days and you can see spotless, radiant and glowing skin.

Why it Works:

Radish is a good source of skin-friendly vitamins such as vitamin A and C. It is a well-known fact that vitamin C is an antioxidant, meaning it protects skin cells from damaging free radicals caused by UV exposure.

It also inhibits melanin production in the skin, which helps to lighten hyperpigmentation and brown spots, even out skin tone, and enhance skin radiance.

Buttermilk on the hand is rich in lactic acid which helps in removing the dead skin and lighten the dark spots.

Sandalwood and Rose water to treat Scars

October 10, 2020 by sharvayonibeauty Leave a Comment

The scars and spots left by acne are more annoying and disheartening. Most of people make deliberate attempts to eliminate acne marks by using harsh skin care products or resorting to other remedies. But what we neglect is that acne or pimples and the mark they left need to be handle with natural remedies not by the chemical products.

Natural remedies to face acne scars are safe to use no matter what your skin type is, as it is easier to make it according to your skin care needs. The result can be a little slower than chemical products, but it will not leave any side effects. Apart from resorting to homemade remedies to remove acne marks, it is also essential you adopt habits which will ensure healthy and clean skin.

Things Required:

Sandalwood powder
Rosewater

How To:

Make a paste of sandalwood by rubbing it on the sandstone or use the sandalwood powder. Instead of using water, mix it with rose water while mixing the paste. Apply the paste to your scar and wash it off with normal water.

Why it Works:

Sandalwood helps in fight against acne-causing bacteria, exfoliates the skin, soothes sunburn, removes suntan and reduces signs of ageing such as dry skin and wrinkles.

It also makes your skin look flawless in the process. Rosewater can help deter dry face and cleanse the dust, reducing the likelihood of developing acne, pimples, etc.

Rosewater can use as an organic cleanser and astringent as well. Its anti-septic and anti-bacterial properties may also reduce the discomfort caused by pollution and dirt.

It considers as an excellent remedy for lightening stubborn dark circles. It also eases irritated skin and depression.

Potato as a cure for Dark spots

October 9, 2020 by sharvayonibeauty Leave a Comment

Dark spots can cause by many reasons but mostly due to hyper-pigmentation. Hyper-pigmentation is where the skin produces excess pigment known as melanin which causes the skin to darken and make brown patches on the skin. Fortunately, dark spots tend to fade away with time if you make the proper analysis of your skin and take the necessary steps. Home remedies can help you to remove dark spots faster.

Dark spots can also occur because of reasons, like overexposure to sunlight, pregnancy, hormonal imbalance, side effects of medicines, vitamin deficits, etc. Potatoes perform a excellent job of removing dark spots. They are full of natural bleaching agents that work effectively on dark spots also as hyperpigmentation.

Things Required:

Potato

How To:

Take a raw potato and grate it finely to make a paste.
Apply the paste, all-around the dark spots.
Leave your face for about 10 minutes and then wash it off.

Use this remedy regularly to remove dark spots, which will add a bit more confidence to your beautiful face. Also, take good care of your health, have a stress free sound sleep, and enjoy a life that will undoubtedly bring freshness to your eyes.

Why it Works:

Potatoes have mild bleaching properties that help lighten your skin and remove dark spots. Potatoes are packed with vitamins C, B1, B3, and B6 and minerals like magnesium, potassium and phosphorus.

It helps you get eliminate ugly spots, marks, and blemishes. Its antioxidants protect your skin from environmental damage caused by pollution and exposure to the sun.