As consumers, we want products that: Do not harm us or the environment in any way. But in an era of genius marketing strategies by some big brands, we’re bombarded with choices, especially when it comes to skin care products. In addition to that, the market is full of newly launched skin care products for people to try.
The best way to deal with such confusion is to Integrating natural Ayurvedic skin care practices into your daily routine. He brings you his expert-approved DIY hacks for making Ayurvedic facial cleansers, facial moisturizers, and body washes in the comfort of your home.
face wash
Facial cleansers help remove all the dirt, oil, and impurities from your facial pores. An effective way to do so is to make a face wash that looks like this: perfect for your skin type.
Use a facial cleanser that suits your skin type (Source: Freepik)
Rajini Ooli, founder of Olia Ayurveda, shares the following recipe.
For oily skin: A blend of Multani Mithi, Mulethi (Licorice) Powder and Aloe Vera Gel for deep cleansing and oil balancing benefits. “This blend helps control excess oil, removes dirt, maintains pH balance, and improves skin texture,” says Ori.
For combination skin: Mix chickpea powder with curd to cleanse and balance both oily and dry areas of the skin. This mixture cleanses, exfoliates, moisturizes and balances different skin areas.
For dry skin: Combine mashed banana and honey for a moisturizing and nourishing cleanser. This deeply hydrates, nourishes and softens the skin.
face moisturizer
After deep cleansing your skin, the next steps are: provides deep hydration Your skin will feel healthy and stay hydrated. Achieve this with a balanced recipe suitable for all skin types from Kapiva’s Head of Research and Development, Dr. R. Govindarajan.
*Add aloe vera gel, coconut oil and turmeric powder in a bowl and mix well. Apply this mixture to your face and neck and gently massage it into your skin. Leave it on your face for a while for deep hydration and skin repair.
body wash
A shower is incomplete without body wash. It suppresses skin odor, Helps you feel fresh every day. Dr. Hansaji Yogendra, director of the Yoga Institute, suggests incorporating the following recipe into your shower routine.
Mix 2 tablespoons of gram flour (besan), 2 tablespoons of yogurt, and a few drops of lemon juice to make a refreshing body wash.
A gentle Ayurvedic body wash can do wonders for your skin (Source: Freepik)
Gram flour gently cleanses the skin, removing dirt and impurities without stripping it of its natural oils. Yogurt moisturizes and softens your skin, while lemon juice brightens and revitalizes your skin, leaving you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
