- Sandalwood And Almond Powder
You Need
- 4 teaspoons of sandalwood powder
- 2 teaspoons of almond powder
- 3 teaspoons of coconut oil
What You Need To Do
- Mix sandalwood powder, almond powder, and coconut oil in a bowl to form a smooth paste.
- Apply it to your face and keep it on for 20 minutes. Rinse well.
How Often?
You can apply this paste 2-3 times a week.
Why This Works
Sandalwood and almond powder are good Ayurvedic powders for skin rejuvenation. Sandalwood is antiviral and antiseptic. It eliminates pimples, acne, and boils on the skin. Almond powder not only lightens your skin tone but also provides nutrients that boost skin health.
Trivia
Sandalwood is considered a natural coolant in Ayurveda. It helps calm excessive Pitta (the heat energy present in the body).
- Turmeric And Rice Flour
You Need
- 2 teaspoons of turmeric
- 2 teaspoons of rice flour
- 2 teaspoons of tomato juice
What You Need To Do
- Take a bowl and add turmeric and rice flour to it. Pour tomato juice into the bowl and mix well.
- Apply the paste gently to your face and neck and let it dry for half an hour.
- Rinse your face with cold water.
How Often?
Apply this paste 3-4 times a week.
Why This Works
Tumeric and rice flour are excellent ayurvedic scrubs to improve skin radiance. Turmeric has antiseptic properties. It is also an excellent exfoliating agent. Rice flour exhibits skin whitening activities and brightens dull skin. Also, tomato juice lightens dark spots on the skin.
- Aloe Vera And Lemon
You Need
- 3 tablespoons of aloe vera
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
What You Need To Do
- Add the lemon juice to the aloe vera gel and mix well.
- Apply the mixture to your skin (like a moisturizer) and leave it on overnight.
- Rinse it off in the morning and pat dry.
How Often?
You can do this every night before going to bed.
Why This Works
You can use lemon and aloe vera ayurvedic juices for skin hydration. Aloe vera has antioxidant properties. It protects the skin from free radical damage, reduces inflammation, and makes the skin firm. Lemon, on the other hand, cleans and brightens the skin.
- Saffron And Olive Oil
You Need
- 2-3 saffron strands
- 2-3 drops of olive oil
- Distilled water
What You Need To Do
- In a cup of distilled water, soak the saffron strands. Once the water turns yellowish golden, add olive oil to it and mix well.
- Soak a cotton ball in the liquid and apply it gently to your face.
- Leave it on for 15 minutes and then rinse it with cold water.
How Often?
Do this 3-4 times a week.
Why This Works
Saffron treats blemishes and acne, lightens your complexion, and improves the skin texture. You can also add saffron to Ayurvedic cleansers for skin rejuvenation. Olive oil fights whiteheads and blackheads.
- Kumkumadi Oil
You Need
4-5 drops of kumkumadi oil
What You Need To Do
- Rub kumkumadi oil between your palms and massage it gently into your skin for 5 minutes.
- Let it stay for 20 minutes. Rinse it with lukewarm water.
How Often?
You can apply the oil 3-4 times a week.
Why This Works
Use this Ayurvedic massage for fair skin. Kumkumadi oil removes tan and reduces the appearance of blemishes on your face. It may also aid with skin health.
Trivia
Kukumadi oil is an ancient Ayurvedic formulation made of saffron, red sandalwood, Indian lotus, rose water, goat milk, and sesame oil.
- Holy Basil And Neem
You Need
- 10 holy basil leaves
- 10 neem leaves
- 2 teaspoons of rose water
What You Need To Do
- Grind the holy basil leaves and neem leaves into a paste and add rose water to it. Mix well.
- Apply the paste to your face and let it stay for 20-40 minutes. Rinse it off.
How Often?
Do this 3-4 times a week.
Why This Works
Neem revives dull skin and reduces pimples and acne. Basil treats skin irritations and sores and boosts skin cell metabolism. Adding this remedy to your Ayurvedic skincare routine treats current breakouts and prevents future flare ups.