With age comes wisdom, but also fine lines and wrinkles, and as a woman reaches menopause, her body experiences a slew of hormonal changes, including hot flushes, night sweats, dull skin, dry skin, flaky scalp, and looser skin. Ceramide, collagen, and hyaluronic acid levels all decrease when estrogen levels fall, and the skin heals more slowly.

Less hyaluronic acid means the skin isn’t as hydrated, so it may be dry, rough, flaky, or itchy when the collagen fibres break down. Women may also notice that their pores seem wider as a result of weaker collagen and elastic tissue, and while these changes may not be pleasing, there are techniques to prevent them.

Dr Kiran Hebbalkar, Cosmetologist and Dermatology of Kiran’s Skin Clinic, suggests the following guidelines for menopausal skincare:

Cleanse regularly – 

Every excellent daily skincare regimen begins with basic cleaning. This is especially true with menopausal skin. Changes in hormone levels linked with menopause can cause skin dryness. Wash your face with a mild, moisturizing, soap-free cleanser to treat dry skin. Hormone outbreaks can develop during menopause, and washing will aid in the unclogging of pores.

Use sunscreen every day – 

Regardless of the season, age, or skin type, applying sunscreen daily is vital for healthy skin. Yet, during menopause, protecting your skin from the sun is crucial to your daily skincare routine since skin cancer and precancerous growths become more likely.

SPF can help minimize age spots and wrinkles as well as prevent new ones from growing, in addition to lowering the risk of cancer. Select a sunscreen with anti-inflammatory and barrier-repairing properties. A broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher that protects against both UVA and UVB rays is ideal.

Maintain moisture – 

Another strategy to counteract the dryness associated with menopause is to use a moisturizer daily. To prevent irritating sensitive skin, avoid moisturizers that include drying substances such as alcohol or perfumes. Apply it on your face, neck, and jawline twice.

Retinol and Vitamin C – 

Retinol, which is Vitamin A in its purest form, changes the behaviour of aged cells, causing them to function more youthfully and regenerate at a quicker pace. It encourages skin regeneration, improves skin tone, eliminates acne, and increases collagen synthesis. It also acts as an antioxidant, addressing free radical damage and the obvious indications of sun-damaged skin. Nevertheless, they can be harsh on the face at first, so if you’re a first-time user, start slowly incorporating a retinol-based night cream, serum, or gel into your regimen 2-3 times per week. Look for vitamin C-infused goods as well. The powerful antioxidants assist to enhance the look of your skin naturally.

Skin remodelling treatments – 

Collagen is responsible for the skin’s strength, flexibility, and structure. Collagen levels typically decline as we age, resulting in less bright, drooping, and wrinkled skin. Pollutants, poor food, smoking, stress, lack of sleep, and sun exposure can all have an impact on collagen formation. Hyaluronic acid is a component of collagen in the skin. It is present naturally in your body, including your eyes, skin, and joints. It retains moisture and helps to keep tissues and joints lubricated.

Remodelling therapies such as Profhilo, an injectable skin remodelling therapy with one of the highest concentrations of Hyaluronic Acid (HA) on the market, can help to increase hyaluronic acid content.

Profhilo treatment enhances skin tone, texture, moisture, and overall luminosity. It can produce healthier, softer-looking skin by increasing firmness and elasticity. While it is most typically used on the face, it may also be used on the neck, decollete, arms, and hands. Its capacity to biologically activate four primary forms of collagen, as well as increase adipocyte stem cells and elastin, makes it a particularly potent treatment for efficiently and organically addressing anti-ageing concerns.

By introducing essential oils into your daily routine, you may reap a slew of advantages that will leave you feeling more balanced, calm, and revitalised. Here are some of the most important advantages of aromatherapy and how you may use essential oils in your everyday routine:

Tension relief: 

One of aromatherapy’s most well-known advantages is its ability to help decrease stress and anxiety. Lavender, chamomile, and ylang-ylang essential oils are particularly excellent for promoting relaxation and calming the mind.

Improved sleep: 

Aromatherapy can also aid with sleep quality. Lavender, bergamot, and vetiver essential oils have been demonstrated to increase sensations of peace and relaxation, making it easier to fall and stay asleep.

Pain and inflammation relief: 

Anti-inflammatory essential oils such as peppermint, ginger, and turmeric can help reduce pain and inflammation in the body. These oils can be used topically to particular regions of discomfort or breathed to give more general relief.

Improved respiratory health: 

Aromatherapy can also help with respiratory health. Essential oils including eucalyptus, peppermint, and tea tree have been proven to open up airways and relieve symptoms of asthma, bronchitis, and sinusitis.

Improved skin health: 

Essential oils may also be utilised to boost your skin’s health. Oils with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial characteristics, such as lavender, tea tree, and geranium, can help clean up acne and other skin problems. These oils can be used directly or massaged into the skin after being mixed with carrier oil.

Increased energy: 

Essential oils with energising characteristics, such as peppermint, rosemary, and lemon, can assist to enhance your energy levels and improve mental clarity. These oils can be breathed or diffused to assist in energising the mind and body.

Immune System Booster: 

Antimicrobial and antiviral characteristics of essential oils such as tea tree, eucalyptus, and lemon can help enhance the immune system and fight illness.

It is really simple to include essential oils into your everyday routine. Aromatherapy diffusers are one of the most basic methods to use essential oils. These devices disperse essential oils into the air, allowing you to inhale the oils’ medicinal properties. A peaceful and restorative soak may also be obtained by adding a few drops of essential oil to your bathwater. You may also use essential oils straight to your skin by including them into your moisturiser or diluting the concentration of the essential oils with a carrier oil such as coconut oil or almond oil before applying them to your skin.

 

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Three methods to include natural components in your handmade recipes:

Acne-prone skin face mask

Arora uses a face mask that blends cinnamon’s anti-inflammatory properties with honey’s microbiological properties. To make this, combine 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder, 2-3 tablespoons honey, and a few drops of fresh lime juice (avoid using too much lime juice as it might irritate) until the paste forms. Apply the mask evenly throughout the face and pimple-prone areas for 10 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water to reveal fresh, bright skin.

Body exfoliation scrub

Cinnamon, because of its exfoliating characteristics, also makes an excellent body scrub in your at-home skincare arsenal. To make a paste, combine 1 tablespoon salt, 2 tablespoons almond oil/olive oil, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Use this combination as a body scrub every few days for a few weeks to show glowing skin. Because cinnamon is a powerful spice, use fewer amounts in your DIY recipes.

Deep moisturising mask for the face

Try this thoroughly nourishing and exfoliating face mask created with anti-microbial cinnamon and yoghurt if you want to brighten and emphasise your radiance. 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder, 1 tablespoon yoghurt, and 1 tablespoon honey to form a thick paste. Apply it to your face for 10 minutes before rinsing with water. After that, apply moisturiser and you’re done.

According to legend, their hair care routine included rinsing their suberakashi (floor-length hair) with washing rice water, which may have contributed to their remarkable lengths. So, whether you want to grow out your hair, strengthen it, or both, rice water for your hair may be the solution for you.

To be honest, “The advantages of rice water are not entirely known, and the benefits of rice water remain unverified.” She does, however, add that there is rising anecdotal evidence of its advantages (albeit more study is needed to back it up).

Benefits of rice water for hair

Strengthens tresses 

Protein is a crucial aspect of maintaining a healthy diet, and it also plays a significant function in keeping hair healthy. Rice water contains protein, which is thought to help enhance the general condition of hair (read: harder, better, faster, stronger).

Increases radiance 

According to anecdotal evidence from rice water for hair supporters, the starchy solution is supposed to add shine to drab locks.

Aids in hair development 

Because rice water contains amino acids that aid in hair renewal, it may enhance hair growth. It also includes vitamins C, B, and E, all of which encourage hair development. Vitamins C, B, and E aid in the strengthening of the hair shaft, and the thicker the shaft, the longer the hair may grow.

Overturns moisture-induced fatigue 

While hair requires hydration to keep healthy, too much moisture can be harmful. Try a protein therapy like rice water rinse to equalize excessively moistened locks (aka hygral exhaustion).
Detangles hair: Supporters of using rice water for hair believe that it softens strands, making them simpler to disentangle.

Smoothens hair 

Weak and/or porous hair has a lot of difficulties holding moisture, resulting in frizz and split ends. The nutritious proteins present in rice water, on the other hand, may counterbalance this, minimising breakage and so increasing hair structure.

Who should avoid rice water rinse?

It should not be used by anyone with low porosity hair. Fermented rice water can be acidic, causing hair breakage. Excessive usage, particularly in dry hair, might result in stiffness. And, if applied on the scalp and not thoroughly washed, the residue accumulation can increase the risk of scalp infections, dandruff, and dryness.

Everyone desires beautiful and radiant skin, but it is not always simple to achieve. Nevertheless, what if we told you your answer might be hiding in your kitchen? That’s correct! To get healthy, bright skin, use vegetable peels in your skincare routine.

Potato peels

A startling discovery: potato peels. Potato fans, rejoice! Finally, you can put potato peels to good use! Potato peels include B and C vitamins, which can help brighten the complexion and decrease dark circles. They also contain potassium, which aids in the maintenance of skin moisture. Think again the next time you’re about to trash out those potato peels and instead utilise them to renew your skin.

Cucumber peels

Refreshing and soothing. Cucumber peels are pleasant not only to eat but also to apply to your skin. They provide instant relief and can help decrease irritation and redness. They also include magnesium and potassium, which aid in maintaining healthy skin. The vegetable peels may be used as a toner, face mask, or just as an eye mask refresher.

Carrot peels

A dose of antioxidants. Carrots are well known for their high vitamin A content, but did you know that peels can also be beneficial? Carrot peels contain antioxidants that can help your skin combat environmental stresses and UV damage, making your skin look younger and more radiant. 

Pumpkin peels 

Pumpkin peels are an excellent exfoliant. Pumpkin is not just good for carving on Halloween; it is also good for your skin! Natural enzymes in pumpkin peels gently exfoliate dead skin cells, exposing brighter and smoother skin. They also include zinc and vitamins A and C, which help to soothe and brighten the skin.

Self-love 

 

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Everyone is self-conscious about their bodies, whether it’s flabby arms or a paunch. But Anshula has taught us that we don’t have to be the right weight or size to wear what we want. Respect your body since each one is unique. While she continues to work on toning her arms, she will not wait for the optimal arm size to wear sleeveless garments in order to embrace her physique.

Exercise should be enjoyable

 

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Kapoor feels that a gym membership is not required to live a healthy lifestyle. Exercise is a very subjective concept that can mean various things to different people. Anshula demonstrates that simply grooving to your favourite dance numbers is a kind of exercise, and the goal should be to enjoy your fitness journey rather than view it as a punishment.

Green tea all the way

 

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Anshula concurs that green tea has several health advantages. It not only has anti-inflammatory properties due to the presence of polyphenols, but it also has antioxidant properties. It reduces your risk of heart disease and increases your metabolism, leading to weight reduction. A cup of green tea every day will undoubtedly improve your health.

Make mental health a priority

 

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Anshula Kapoor has always been open about her struggles with mental illness. Taking care of her mental health is also an important component of her fitness quest. It’s quite natural to have self-doubt, low moments, and discomfort. But remember to be nice to yourself, work on your mental health, pick yourself up, and get back to work.

A healthy diet is essential

 

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Anshula Kapoor is a foodie who ensures that her diet is both appetising and nutritious. She eats home-cooked meals like ragi roti and sabzi and makes sure she has enough post-workout snacks to munch on. A nutritious diet is an important aspect of any workout plan, and Kapoor demonstrates how to master it. Work with a nutritionist or a dietitian who is familiar with your body type and habits.

We are here to support the self-care trend. It’s a legitimate technique to enhance or maintain your health. However, self-care may entail far more than bubble baths, candles, and face masks. (Though NGL, those things are pretty great, too.)

When we clarify exactly what aspect of our lives needs additional attention, we can do a better job of developing a self-care habit or routine to address it. For example, if you discover you’re feeling lonely, a bath alone is unlikely to help.

Instead, self-care may entail dialling a phone number and phoning an old buddy – even if you do it from the bathtub.

Here’s how you handle self-care in all of its manifestations, in every aspect of life.

What exactly is self-care?

Much like #situationship or #finfluencer, it appears that we (the internet) are collectively defining self-care as we go.

However, the World Health Organization (WHO) has an official definition: Self-care tools help people, families, and communities to: 

• promote health
• maintain health
• avoid disease
• cope with illness and disability

Researchers said in a 2021 study that self-care in a healthcare context involves the ability to care for oneself through:

• awareness 
• self-control
• self-reliance

So, obviously, self-care is critical to living a balanced, healthy, and happy existence. And, while there hasn’t been a lot of study on self-care, what we do know is encouraging.

Researchers discovered that self-care routines may help prevent sickness in a 2017 study. In addition, according to a 2018 study, medical students who practise self-care had less stress and a higher overall quality of life.

Different types of self-care

Not to sound like your teacher (don’t worry, there won’t be a quiz), but the five sorts of self-care to be aware of are as follows:

• Self-care on a bodily level
• Self-care for the mind
• Environmental self-care
• Self-care in social situations

When we are more clear about the sort of self-care we want, we can find it.

Self-care on a physical level

Physical self-care includes any activity that promotes your physical well-being. The term “electronic commerce” refers to the sale of goods and services through the Internet. Whatever your requirement, everything that benefits your physical health comes under this category.

Some examples of physical self-care activities include:

1. exercise (whether it’s a stroll, hike, bike ride, Zumba, tennis or jumping squats in your living room)!
2. drinking from your new hydro flask to ensure you receive enough nice, good H2O
3. splurging on a posh salad and smoothie as a #treatyoself
4. obtaining a massage
5. attending acupuncture 
6. dancing (optional: alone in your room in your underwear)
7. sleeping when you’re tired (yes, napping is self-care)
8. making time to get enough

Self-care for the mind

Baby, you’ve got brains. Anything that feeds your mind is considered mental self-care. (or in some cases, lets it rest or reset). Because mental health is so important to overall health, you might want to try:

1. listening to an audiobook or podcast (you’ve probably heard this before)
2. going to a museum learning a new language or skill writing (whether it’s poetry or a message to your future self – shopping lists don’t count!)
3. performing a puzzle, sudoku, chess, or any brain-taxing game
4. taking a break from social media
5. reading a book and developing a positive mental attitude (PMA FTW)

Self-care on an emotional level

Emotional self-care refers to any activity that assists you in processing, dealing with, or reflecting on your emotions. Whether you’re on a rollercoaster or just feeling numb, taking care of your emotions is a terrific approach to achieving peace and balance in your life.

Some examples of emotional self-care activities are:

1. consulting a therapist (the people are right: they really do work)
2. discussing your feelings with a loved one
3. Keeping an emotional journal
4. expressing yourself via art (whether through painting, dancing, crafting a new dress, or filming TikTok/Reels videos)
5. contemplating and expressing thanks
6. repeating affirmations or mantras to lift your spirits (this song might be for kids, but Snoop Dogg gets it)
7. doing things that make you happy (pro tip: first, keep a notebook of what makes you happy).

Environmental self-care

Even when you’re away from home, everyone deserves a safe, secure, and comfortable home life. Environmental self-care encompasses all aspects of your living environment and may include:

1. making your bed first thing in the morning
2. decorating your house to make you happy (hint: twinkling lights aren’t only for kids)
3. taking a break (or staycation)
4. cleaning and organising your area (or hey, purifying the negative energy with some sage)
5. working from home on occasion (alternatively: working at a co-working space or coffee shop to get out of the house)
6. playing soothing music
7. a few candles lit
8. purchasing some houseplants
9. acquiring useful items that will make your life simpler (hello, closet organizer or instant coffee pot)
10. preparing your surroundings for healthy behaviours

Self-care on a social level

Even if you’re on #teamintrovert, you have to recognise that people require the company of other humans. We are social creatures, and research suggests that engaging with people may improve our overall health and fitness.

Some examples of social self-care include:

1. making regular phone calls to close ones
2. arranging a date night with your significant other
3. spending a gaming night with your pals while cuddling with your pet (or the pet of someone else)
4. mailing snail letter to your best friend
5. Volunteering with others, joining a team or organization, striking up a conversation with a kind stranger (even if it’s only in the checkout queue)
6. creating and adhering to appropriate limits
7. putting a timeout on your social media usage
8. refusing social invitations when you require alone time

Self-care in other areas

Self-care, like almost everything else in life, does not neatly fall into these boxes. There are many additional sorts that may appeal to you, such as:

Spiritual 

Going to a place of worship, spending time in nature, meditating, or journaling about the cosmos and your position in it are all examples of spiritual self-care. Spiritual self-care does not have to be religious; it may be anything that feeds your soul.

Practical 

Sometimes self-care entails thinking about the future you. This may include investing in a personal development course, defining and sticking to objectives, or simplifying your day-to-day duties with the aid of an app, a new planner, or even hiring an assistant.

Money

Finances are an unavoidable element of our life – and a very stressful part for some. Perhaps you need some financial self-care to build a healthy relationship with money. First, try analysing and reworking your money beliefs. The term “electronic commerce” refers to the sale of electronic goods. Setting aside “fun money,” engaging a financial counsellor, or utilising an app that facilitates saving or investing are among more options.

Individual 

Personal self-care is defined as everything that entails getting to know oneself better. Perhaps this is trying out new music and seeing how you enjoy it, responding to diary questions, or making lists of what you like and why. And why not go on a date with yourself?! In the process, you could find a new interest.

And, to be honest, self-care may mean whatever it entails for you.

Janhvi Kapoor captioned her Instagram image-

“Self-care weekend feat. @nykaabeauty.”

 

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One of the photos she uploaded featured a strawberry put atop sunny side up eggs to resemble a face. “Why are you eating strawberries with eggs?” her younger sister Khushi Kapoor said. Anshula Kapoor, their half-sister, referred to her as a “cutie.”

Fans praised Janhvi Kapoor in the comments area, with many using words like ‘lovely,’ ‘beautiful,’ ‘attractive,’ and stunning to describe her. “Omg omg I love this,” one person said. “I can’t take my eyes off this picture, I adore it.” “You slew this one,” remarked another.

Janhvi came to Instagram Stories a few weeks ago to convey the news of her and Khushi’s recovery from Covid-19.

 

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 “Hello, folks! So, on January 3rd, both my sister and I tested positive for Covid-19. We’ve finished the BMC-mandated days of home isolation and both tested negative. The first two days were difficult, but each subsequent day improved. The only way to protect ourselves from this illness is to wear protective clothing and get vaccinated! “Take care of yourselves, everyone!!!” she wrote.

Janhvi Kapoor was most recently featured in the horror-comedy Roohi, co-starring Rajkummar Rao and Varun Sharma. Dostana 2, Good Luck Jerry, and Mili, an adaptation of the Malayalam classic Helen, are among her future features. She is also in Takht, but the film will not go into production until Karan Johar completes work on Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani.

The Gangubai actress gave appreciation to her sister Shaheen for teaching her what she knows about skincare and the value of product components. The latter even graced the former a skin care kit admonition in 2019, that discussed in depth the breakdown of what her morning and evening regime should look like.

The opening of the video discussed the sisters’ skin tones. The actor has combination skin with an oily T-zone, but her sister has severely dry skin, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation from acne, sensitivity, and irritation, which is what her skincare routine was designed to address. The discussion then turned to serious skin issues. Although Alia fights with dry patches and frequent pimple picking, Shaheen deals with dark circles and PIH. Then followed the short- and long-term skin objectives, which include self-care practices, glowing appearance, avoiding acne, and general preventative care. The two talk about how important skincare is to them and how our body’s largest organ also needs love and care. They keep outlining the dos and don’ts of skincare throughout the movie, such as avoiding utilising active ingredients simultaneously and harming your skin barrier. We go further into their skincare practices with this.

1. First, clean up with a cleanser 

A proper cleanser is the first step in any skincare routine. The first thing Alia does is wash her face with a mild cleanser that won’t remove the oils from her skin. Her go-to product is the effective Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleansing. Shaheen, on the other hand, splashes little water on her face in the morning but skips washing her face since she has very dry skin. She then moves right on to her second step. She does, however, twice cleanse her face during her evening ritual in order to thoroughly clean it.

2. Followed by a toner

Before moving on to the serum step, the actor utilises a toning mist rather than a toner to offer more moisture and nutrients. The mist is a good option because it’s simpler to use and the ingredients penetrate the skin more deeply than a typical toner. She uses the probiotic- and tri-ceramide-rich Byoma Balanced Face Mist. Probiotics help balance out your skin, even out your skin tone, brighten it, and work on minimising your acne, dry skin, inflammation, etc. while providing some additional moisture. Ceramides are the building blocks of the skin carrier and are supposed to feed the skin.

3. Serum, the third step

Serums are the ideal vehicle for incorporating actives into your routine. Shaheen enjoys treating herself to them. The first is a hyaluronic serum, which hydrates her dry skin and reduces dryness while also creating the look of plump skin by pulling moisture from the environment to the skin. An incredibly popular and effective humectant for dry skin, hyaluronic serum should be applied to wet skin and sealed in with a moisturiser. Another name for this is a moisture sandwich. Her favoured moisturising serum is Skinceuticals Intensifier, which includes various humectant molecular sizes to permeate the skin more deeply.

The next step is to use a ceramide serum to heal her broken skin barrier and nurture her skin. Glow Recipe Avocado Ceramide Recovery Serum with Avocado Extract is what she uses. Avocado is high in omega-3 fatty acids and lipids, which are essential components of a healthy skin barrier. She applies The Ordinary Coffee Solution on her under-eye circles. Caffeine brightens the under-eye region while also reducing puffiness, fine lines, and wrinkles.

Alia’s favourite serum is the Rhode Peptide Glazing Fluid. Peptides are amino acids that stimulate collagen formation and give moisture to your skin, making it soft, firm, and plump. Importantly, these serums focus on skin barrier nutrition and repair rather than powerful actives that might irritate delicate skin, which is always a wise choice.

4. Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize

Use a moisturiser on top to seal in all of the serum’s advantages, as Alia and Shaheen do. Although the former like a lightweight moisturiser for her combination skin, the latter chooses a somewhat thicker moisturiser for her extremely dry skin. The new mother prefers the ceramide-rich D’You In My Defence moisturiser. In this case, the chemicals serve as both a hydrating and an occlusive agent.

Shaheen uses A-Derma Epitheliate A.H. Ultra Soothing Healing Cream, which her specialist recommended, and it works really well for sensitive skin without irritating it.

5. SPF protection 

Both sisters wear sunscreen religiously to protect themselves from UV damage and to counteract the symptoms of ageing, which is probably the most crucial component in the complete process. Alia suggested that before applying makeup, she apply a generous amount of sunscreen. The sisters utilised Isdin Fotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50, a lightweight product that performs the job without leaving a white cast.

6. Those lips need nourishment 

The final step is to nurture their lips with a quality lip balm. While Alia likes the Rhode Peptide lip treatment, Shaheen prefers the tried-and-true Aquaphor Baby Healing Ointment.

In order to give Ananya’s complexion an immediate burst of brightness, the Gehraiyaan actress went to a family recipe she received from her mother: a turmeric and yoghurt-based face mask. “For everyone who asked last week, it’s a DIY face mask recipe with one teaspoon of haldi, one teaspoon of honey, and one tablespoon of yoghurt,” she said on Instagram. Keep it on for no more than 15 minutes.”

The benefits of incorporating yoghurt into your beauty routine are numerous: studies have confirmed that its creamy texture may help seal moisture into the skin while also helping to balance out skin tone, acne scars, and blemishes due to the presence of natural bacteria.

 

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Here are some DIY recipes to try if you want to maximise its skincare advantages.

Face mask with yoghurt and aloe vera for irritated skin

In a mixing dish, combine a quarter cup of yoghurt, one spoonful of honey, and an equal amount of aloe vera gel. Mix until a smooth paste develops, then apply to your face for 10 minutes. Aloe vera is believed to hasten the healing of skin redness and rashes, while yoghurt helps to reduce inflammation.

A yoghurt and lemon juice face mask to combat pigmentation

Take an appropriate amount of yoghurt for your face and add a few drops of lemon juice to the cup. Apply with a makeup brush or your fingertips to a clean face. After 10 minutes, rinse it off to reveal luminous, beautiful skin—lemon and yoghurt are both recognised for their skin-brightening abilities, and the AHAs in the latter can also assist with hyperpigmentation.

Exfoliating oatmeal and yoghurt face scrub

If you want to give your weekly exfoliation regimen a natural boost, this DIY formula can eliminate blackheads and dead skin cells. While granular oats are well-known as an exfoliant that helps regulate sebum production in the skin, research has shown that the lactic acid found in yoghurt can also help slough away dead skin cells. Simply combine one spoonful of natural yoghurt with one tablespoon of oats and a few drops of honey. For a healthy, radiant complexion, apply for 10 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water.