There are many different ways to brighten your complexion, but the majority of them entail applying makeup.
This makes the skin dependent on these commercial products and prevents it from naturally becoming healthier from within.
These products can occasionally have a detrimental long-term impact. Natural components are far more affordable and naturally produce superior outcomes than these cosmetic products. Here are a few of these remedies:
1. Aloe Vera Gel and Honey
Ingredients
- Aloe Vera Gel – 1 Tablespoon
- Honey – 1 Tablespoon
Method
- In a bowl, mix the honey and aloe vera gel. Make sure that the ingredients are well combined.
- On a cleansed face, apply this mixture properly. Keep it away from the eyes and mouth region.
- Leave it on for 15-30 minutes and then rinse it off.
- Repeat this process once every night for the most effective results.
2. Gram Flour and Rosewater
Ingredients
- Gram Flour – 2 Tablespoons
- Rose Water – 3 Teaspoons
Method
- In a bowl, add the gram flour and rosewater. Mix well so that a smooth paste is formed.
- Wash the face with cool water.
- Apply this mix on the face and leave it on for 20 minutes.
- Rinse it off with lukewarm water and pat dry.
- Repeat this process three times a week, preferably during night time, for the most efficient results.
3. Orange Peel and Yoghurt
Ingredients
- Powdered Dried Orange Peel – 1 Tablespoon
- Yoghurt – 1 Tablespoon
Method
- In a container, mix the dried orange powder in the yoghurt.
- Make sure the ingredients are mixed well to obtain a smooth paste.
- On a washed face, apply this mix and leave it on for 20 minutes, at most.
- Rinse it off with water.
- Repeat this process twice a week preferably before going to bed.
4. Lemon Juice and Almond Oil
Ingredients
- Lemon Juice – 2 Teaspoons
- Almond Oil – 2 Tablespoons
Method
- In a bowl, pour the almond oil and squeeze in the lemon juice.
- Mix it well so that the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Wash the face and then apply this mix.
- Leave this mask overnight and then rinse it off the next morning.
- Repeat this process every night for the best results.
5. Tomato and Milk
Ingredients
- Milk – 2 Tablespoons
- Medium-sized Tomato – 1
- Cotton Balls – 5
Method
- Cut the tomato into big chunks and place it in a blender. Add the milk to it.
- Blitz it up to form a smooth paste. Add more milk if the paste is too thick.
- On a cleansed face, using cotton balls, apply the mix on the face.
- Let it dry up and then add another layer on top of it.
- When this dries up, add a third layer and leave it on overnight.
- Rinse it off with cold water the next morning.
- Repeat this process twice a week for the best results.
Tip
It is highly advisable to first conduct a patch test, before attempting any of the above-mentioned home remedies. In this, the same remedy can be applied on a smaller section, in smaller amounts, of the skin. This is done so as to understand whether the skin is allergic or not to any of the used ingredients.