QUICK BEAUTY FIXES- I
Moisturiser for Very Dry Skin
The skin can often feel leathery and parched and requires nourishment and hydration. Make this wonderful natural moisturiser and be free of all dryness issues. This super skin food promises to make your skin soft in minutes.
3 tsp aloe vera gel
3 tsp rice bran oil
1 tsp ghee
2 tsp rose water
Method: Whip all the ingredients well together and massage a small quantity of it well into the skin.
Burning of Hands and Feet
Many of us experience a burning sensation in our hands and feet, especially with the change of weather. If you are one of those who suffer from this issue, here's a simple natural way to ease your suffering in minutes -
2 tsp rose petal paste
1 tsp sandalwood powder
1 tsp aloe vera gel
Method: Mix all these ingredients and apply on the red irritable areas for 5-7minutes and wash off and pat dry.
Fairness Mask
Fairness and skin whitening is ever so much in demand, however, I personally feel that the quality of skin is more important than the colour. But, if you are one of those who crave for a fairer skin then this mask will definitely help you -
Half a potato, grated
1 tsp cucumber, grated
1 tsp neem paste
1 tsp rose petal paste
2 tsp sandalwood powder
The juice of half a lemon
1 tsp cucumber, grated
1 tsp neem paste
1 tsp rose petal paste
2 tsp sandalwood powder
Method: Mix the ingredients well together and apply onto the skin for about
10minutes. Wash off with water. You can very safely use this on alternate days.
Bleeding Gums
Bleeding gums can be painful and embarrassing. Follow this simple recipe and get quick relief -
1 tsp rock salt
1 tsp neem powder
I tsp Triphala powder
Method: Mix well and use a pinch at a time to massage the gums. Rinse with water.
Dead Skin Accumulation
If you have skin anywhere in the body that looks lifeless then this five-minute recipe will heal and clear your skin -
3 Tbsp gram flour
2 tsp sesame oil
2 tsp lemon peel powder
The juice of half a lemon
Milk to make a smooth paste
2 tsp lemon peel powder
The juice of half a lemon
Milk to make a smooth paste
Method: Mix well and apply to the skin, scrubbing gently in a rotating manner. Wash off with water.
10. Nail ridges
Many a times you cannot apply nail polish due to the unevenness in your nails, which are known as ridges. To smoothen these out, use the following -
2 lemon halves
1 tsp olive oil
A rough hand towel
A rough hand towel
Method: Dip the lemon halves into the oil and rub on the nails, massaging gently while doing so. Now take the towel and rub your nails vigorously. This should be done 2-3 minutes daily for a week. It will even out the nails and make them shiny and smooth.