Most Indians are obsessed with fair skin. They are forever in search of a magic beauty potion that can make their complexion milky white. While that is realistically not possible, it is possible to lighten your skin tone to a certain extent. Also read if skin fairness products really work?
Our skin is often exposed to pollution, dust, dirt and sun which forms a layer on its surface. It is important to de-tan the skin from time to time to get rid of this layer and expose your real skin colour. This face pack made using turmeric (haldi), milk (doodh) and gram flour (besan) does just that. Turmeric has curcumin compound which reduces blemishes, spots and pigmentation on the skin and forms a protective layer on it, milk contains lactic acid which brightens skin tone from within. Gram flour removes dead skin cells and keeps the skin looking younger. Here’s how to make this pack:
Steps:
- Take a bowl of raw milk and add 1 tbsp of turmeric powder and 1 tbsp of gram flour.
- Mix all the ingredients well till you get a thick paste. Add more of each if required.
- Now apply the pack with your fingers first on your face, avoiding the area around the eyes.
- Use the leftover pack on your neck, elbows and knees.
- Let it dry before washing it off with lukewarm water.
Use this formulation once every week or 15 days to get a fairer skin tone which is free from any dirt or tan. You can use it all over your body too as it is safe and effective. Make sure you apply a good sunscreen before stepping out to prevent tanning again. Here are some more natural bleaches you could make at home.
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