International Skin and Hair Expert Avni Amlani at Absolute Beauty Concepts Pvt Ltd. shares with us her perfect recipes for glowing healthy skin amidst the heat.

While self-isolating at home to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus, you might be trying to cut down on the amount of stuff you buy, skincare included. Or you might encounter a skin-care emergency and don’t have access to a drugstore for a quick fix. You might even just be looking for a fun new beauty thing to add to your routine. Because of this, DIY skincare is becoming increasingly popular.

According to dermatologists, making your own skin-care products at home can actually be very beneficial to your skin. Adapting homemade products for skincare is usually all upside, and the process of using great colorful fruits and veggies to cut, chop, and prepare is also a great way to soothe the mind and a distraction from our current situation.

There are many natural ingredients like herbs, plants, flowers etc. that support our skin’s wellness. Cleansing grains being one of them.

“Cleansing Grains are natural soap-free facial cleansers made of detoxifying clays and soothing organics that softly exfoliate; removing excess oil and dirt without stripping your skin’s beneficial moisture.”

1.) GENTLE GLOW WASHING GRAINS

Oats are widely regarded as an ideal ingredient for sensitive, sensitized or irritated skin, because oatmeal nourishes, moisturizes, soothes and gently exfoliates the skin absorbing excess oil and dirt.

YOU WILL NEED:

• ¼ cup Rose Petal Powder
• 3/4 Cup Oat Flour
• ½ Cup White Kaolin Cosmetic Clay
• ¼ Cup Powdered Milk (coconut, cow, or goat’s milk)

PROCEDURE:

1. Sieve the oat flour and rose petal powder. Mix all of the ingredients carefully and store In a airtight container.
2. Take 1 tbsp of the powder, mix with water and add a tiny bit at a time until a paste forms. Then softly cleanse your face using small circular motions. Rinse with warm water and follow with toner and moisturizer.

2.) ALOEVERA AND ROSE WATER

Age spots, pimple marks, pigmentation marks, burns or injury marks can be treated using this aloe vera face pack. Rose water is an astringent that soothes and tones the skin. It enhances the cell regeneration process and also improves capillary circulation.

YOU WILL NEED:

• 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
• 1 tablespoon rose water

PROCEDURE:

1. Just make a paste of the aloe vera extract and rose water.
2. Apply it on the face. Keep it on for 20 minutes.
3. Rinse it off using cold water.
4. Alternatively, you can massage the face pack for 2-3 mins onto the face before rinsing it off to cleanse your pores.

How often should you do this?

You can repeat this up to three times a week.

Suitable For: Normal skin, combination skin, and oily skin.

3.) ALOE VERA AND TURMERIC MASK

For the ladies (and gents) who want glowing and radiant skin, Turmeric brightens up the complexion and evens out the skin tone. It also contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that treat any existing skin issue.

YOU WILL NEED:

• 1 pinch turmeric
• 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
• 1 teaspoon honey
• Few drops of rose water

PROCEDURE:

1. Make a paste by mixing all the ingredients. Apply the paste evenly on the face and neck, and leave it on for about 20 minutes.
2. Wash if off with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean towel.
3. Do this twice a week.

Suitable For: All skin types.

For more information on such ingredients and products, please email at [email protected] or contact Parineeta Rane on: +919769530046.

Disclaimer: This article is authored by Avni Amlani, International Skin and Hair Expert, Absolute Beauty Concepts Pvt Ltd. The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author’s and do not represent those of GlobalSpa.