Tips for healthy skin

 

anti-ageing foods

Antioxidants for anti-ageing : Food items like dark chocolate, sunflower seeds, green tea, etc., are packed with antioxidants. Sunflower seeds are rich in vitamin E, also known as the beauty vitamin. As this is a scientifically proven fact, it is no coincidence that almost all latest anti-ageing skin creams use vitamin E as a key ingredient. It is no secret that dark chocolate and green tea contain polyphenols. Polyphenols are a class of antioxidants that can suppress agents that trigger inflammation, keep skin hydrated and lessen the effects of sunburn.

Aloe vera face pack for soft and smooth skin in winter

 

Apply this face pack once a week for a month and see the difference.

is one of those natural ingredients that can tackle a variety of health problems including weight loss, acid reflux, indigestion, constipation and heartburn. While consumption in the form of aloe vera juice or just plain aloe vera gel is highly recommended

Aloe vera has anti-inflammatory properties that help in treating blemishes, acne, minor cuts or wound, a burn or a rash. It also softens dead skin cells and makes the skin smooth. It gets rid of signs of ageing like fine lines and appearance of wrinkles and relieves itching too. But what I find best about aloe vera is that it s good for your skin in summer as well as winter. It has cooling properties that provide instant relief from sunburn in the summer. In winter, it could be used to get rid of dryness by hydrating the skin from within. Here are some ubtan face scrubs you can try.

I have been using this aloe vera winter face pack and have seen a drastic improvement in my skin texture. With regular application of this face pack, my skin has become soft, supple and shows zero signs of dryness. Here is how to make it:

Ingredients:

1 tbsp aloe vera gel

1 tsp honey

1 tsp curd

tsp organic rose water

Method:

Mix all the ingredients. Make sure the aloe vera gel combines with rest of the ingredients thoroughly. Apply to cleansed face and neck in circular motion. Massage it for about 2 minutes. Leave it on for 15-20 minutes. Wash with warm water and pat dry.

Alternatively, you can use aloe vera lotion . 

which is easily available in the market