Dull skin can often look lifeless and make your skin look tired and old. Glowing skin will always be more pleasing to the eye and is also a sign of healthy skin. In order to reduce this dullness, make use of these simple home remedies. Also read these 5 causes that lead to dull skin.
The first step to getting rid of dullness from your face is by removing the layer of dead skin cells by exfoliation.
- In order to do so, mix some honey and sugar granules in a bowl and then apply it on your face and neck evenly.
- Rub gently to get rid of dead skin cells and then wash your face with water.
- Use this pack weekly once but if you have too sensitive skin and it starts to look red, go easy on it. You could try these packs instead.
- Apply it sparingly then. Read about 10 natural, home-made scrubs to get rid of dead skin cells.
Tamarind pulp
Another way to get rid of dead skin cell is by rubbing the pulp of tamarind on your face. It has antioxidants, fibre, vitamin B and C, etc. which help give an inner glow to your skin by removing the impurities. Here’s how to make tamarind or imli packs for hair and skin.
Lemon mask
Your skin also looks dull when it has a tan on it. Undue sun exposure can leave its mark on your skin as tanning and in order to get rid of it, make use of lemons.
- All you have to do is squeeze the juice out of one and apply it on your face, avoiding the areas around the eyes.
- Let it stay for 15 minutes and then wash it off with water.
- Lemon juice has bleaching properties which will help remove the tan effectively. Also try these other lemon masks.
- If your skin feels too dry after this pack, add some moisturising agent like honey or curd to the mixture. Here are three hydrating face masks you can make at home.
Malai mix
After you remove the layer of tan, your skin will feel fresher and lighter but to brighten it further, make a mix of malai or milk cream, haldi or turmeric and besan or gram flour.
- Apply this paste and let it dry before you wash it off with lukewarm water.
- This pack will further enhance your complexion. Malai has several more beauty benefits.
Peach and tomato pack
For the final touch, make a face pack using the mash of a peach and tomato. The antioxidants, vitamins and minerals will not only bring out a natural, healthy glow but also make your skin look tighter and plumper.
- Mix well and then apply on your face.
- Keep it on for 20 minutes and then wash your face with water. Also try these tomato packs for healthy skin.
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