5 Ayurvedic Face Packs To Get Glowing Skin

When it comes to skincare, it is best to go back to nature. Most of us do not want to use any chemical-laden products on our skin and look for natural ways to keep it healthy. This is where Ayurveda can help.

Ayurveda is the ancient science of healing and a reservoir of many best-kept beauty secrets of nature. If you are looking for natural ways to take care of your skin, we have a list of easy-to-prepare face pack recipes that can help. Take a look.

Turmeric And Besan Face Pack

Turmeric is a natural antiseptic and has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. It is also known for its skin brightening effects. Besan is a good exfoliant and helps in maintaining the pH balance of your skin.

1 tablespoon besan (gram flour)
½ tablespoon turmeric
1 tablespoon rose water

- Mix all the ingredients and make a thick paste.
- Apply it to your face and neck.
- Leave it on for 15 minutes and then wash off.

Marigold Flower Face Pack

Marigold is widely used in Ayurvedic face packs for its healing effect. A study done on human fibroblast cells (cells that produce collagen) found that due to the high levels of polyphenols, marigold extracts can prevent photoaging and degradation of the fibroblast cells, thereby maintaining healthy skin.

2 marigold flowers (crushed)
½ tablespoon yogurt

- Crush the marigold petals and add curd to make a paste.
- Apply the paste to your face and neck and leave it on for 20 minutes.
- Rinse with water.

Sandalwood Face Pack

Sandalwood oil has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties and may potentially help in inhibiting pigmentation related to aging and UV exposure and the growth of S.aureus (bacteria that cause acne and pimples)

2-3 drops of sandalwood oil
1 teaspoon of carrier oil (jojoba or sweet almond oil)
1 teaspoon of honey

- Mix two to three drops of sandalwood oil with a teaspoon of the carrier oil.
- You can add a teaspoon of honey to this mixture.
- Blend well and apply the face pack.
- Allow it to sit for 15-20 minutes and then wash it off.

Honey And Lemon Face Pack

Honey contains vitamins, minerals, amino acids, antioxidants (flavonoids), and certain enzymes that make it a good anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, healing, and cleansing agent. These properties of honey help to keep your skin healthy and prevent acne. Lemon contains vitamin C and citric acid. Many skincare enthusiasts swear by the brightening and astringent effect of lemon.

1 teaspoon organic honey
A few drops of lemon juice

- Mix 3-4 drops of lemon juice in a teaspoon of honey.
- Apply all over your face. Avoid the area around your eyes.
- Wash it off after 20 minutes.

Lavender Oil Face Pack

The topical application of lavender oil promoted collagen synthesis and wound healing in a rat study . Hence, applying lavender oil may help make your skin plump and healthy (by boosting collagen production).

3-4 drops lavender essential oil
1 teaspoon avocado or jojoba oil

- Dilute two to three drops of lavender oil in a teaspoon of avocado or jojoba oil.
- Massage the blend on your face and leave it on for 20-30 minutes.
- Wash your face with lukewarm water.