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get rid of hereditray dark circles

Skin discoloration under eyes is commonly referred as dark circles or black eye circles. Various factors like lack of sleep, vitamin deficiency, stress, aging and heredity are held responsible for these dark rings.

However, heredity is one of the common causes. So, how to get rid of hereditary dark circles?

According to New York Cosmetic Skin and Laser Surgery Center genetic hyper-pigmentation (dark circles under eyes) are treatable.

Dark circles under eyes are closely related to lifestyle and they get worse due to stress, depression, eating habits and late night sleeps.

Applying moisturizing cream/natural remedies, retinol and practicing a healthy lifestyle can reduce genetic dark circles.

Before jumping to treatment, please check with your dermatologist to confirm the main cause of dark circles.

How Dark Circles are Formed?

Your eyes blink approximately 10,000 times a day. (1) For this purpose skin must be muscular, so naturally skin around the eye is fragile and very fine.

You may experience black, purple, grey or yellow-brown colored dark circles. This is due to bad blood circulation under eyes, which can be easily seen due to fine skin around the eyes. (2)

How to Get Rid of Hereditary Dark Circles Naturally?

These black circles under eyes aren’t associated with any serious health ailment, but people try to get rid of them due to cosmetic concern.

You can use concealer, chemical peels, lightening creams or laser therapy to treat genetic dark circles. However, of all these methods most people prefer home remedies, as they are inexpensive and filled with exceptional nutrients.

Along with home remedies you must change your lifestyle, as mentioned below.

In case you fail even after using all these remedies to fight hereditary dark circles, try creamy concealer that matches your skin. But, men have to address this cosmetic issue by trying these home remedies.

#1 Rose Water for Dark Circles

The reason it made first position because it is packed with humectant and soothing properties. On top of that it isn’t associated with any side-effect.

Topical application of rose water helps to restore pH level and lighten the appearance of excess pigmentation.
Anti-inflammatory property in it helps to reduce swelling and redness.
Astringent ability helps to tighten skin under eyes.
It hydrates, protect the skin from harmful UV rays, unclog skin pores and enhance collagen production.

Dip a cotton ball in rose water and apply it on under eye skin. Leave it to dry naturally. Alternatively, you can blend glycerin and rosewater in equal quantity and use it for dark circles.

#2 Raw Potatoes

This home available vegetable has bleaching property that can reduce dark circles. It also contains Catecholase, which can reduce puffiness under eyes.
Hydrating ability of potato moisturizes your skin.
Antioxidants, vitamin A and other nutrients housed in this vegetable help to tighten skin and make it bright.
Anti-inflammatory property helps to reduce swelling and lighten dark circles.

Slice one raw potato into thick pieces and place two of them over your eye lids. Relax for about 20 minutes with these sliced potatoes. Alternatively, you can apply potato puree to skin under-eye.

#3 Cucumber to Get Rid of Hereditary Dark Circles

Cucumber consists of 90% of water in it. It is prominent for its hydrating and cooling abilities.

Antioxidant agents present in this vegetable help to reduce dark circles and puffiness.
Cooling ability of cucumber helps to avoid accumulation of fluid under eyes. Thus it can reduce appearance of dark circles.
Vitamin K housed in cucumber can help to reduce dark discoloration under eyes.
They also contain potassium, which help to reduce the appearance of fine lines.
Vitamin C packed in it enhances collagen production and restores skin’s elasticity.
Manganese and beta-carotene residing in this cool cuke reduce inflammation and swelling.

Just like potatoes, peel, slice and place two thick cucumber pieces over the eye lids. Alternatively, you can extract its juice and apply it on dark circles using a cotton ball.

#4 Lemon Juice

Renowned for its bleaching property, lemon juice can effectively reduce dark circles. But, excess use of lemon juice may irritate sensitive skin under eyes.

So, experts recommend diluting it with water or cucumber juice.

Topical application of lemon juice avoids accumulation of fluids under the skin.
Astringent property exhibited by lemon tightens skin and make it wrinkle free.
Antibacterial and antiseptic properties of this natural ingredient help to thwart infectious germs and allergens.
Vitamin C packed in lemon strengthens skin cells around the eye.

Mix lemon juice with juice extracted from fresh cucumber. Use a cotton ball to apply this solution on the skin under eye.

#5 Almond Oil

Nutritional properties residing in almond oil are perfect for sensitive skin under eyes.

Vitamin K in almond oil avoids dark discoloration under eyes.
Retinol and palmatic acid present in almond oil hydrates dark circles and make it smooth.
Emollient ability of this oil locks moisture over the skin and prevents dryness.
Dark spots, dark veins and dark circles can be reduced by assorted nutrients in almond oil.

Wash your face and pat dry with a soft cloth. Take few drops of almond oil and apply it under eyes. You can also mix honey or coconut oil with almond oil.

#6 Tomato to Get Rid of Hereditary Dark Circles Under Eyes

Bleaching property residing in tomato helps to lighten black circles under eyes.

For topical application, mix 1 teaspoon of tomato juice with 1-2 drops of lemon juice and apply it on skin under eyes.
For internal consumption, mix lemon juice and mint leaves to tomato juice.

#7 Coconut Oil

Applying coconut oil will hydrate your skin and also promotes skin whitening. However, there are few cases where people reported that they experienced dark skin after using coconut oil.

Beauty experts recommends to use pure coconut oil and stay home after applying coconut oil, as it will attract impurities.

Wash your face and pat dry using a clean cloth as mentioned above.
Take extra virgin coconut oil and gently massage under eyes.
Leave it to dry naturally and then rinse it off.

Tips on How to Get Rid of Genetic Dark Circles

Stay away from sun: Exposing too much to UV rays form dark color on parts of the body including eyes, forehead, hands and back (if your back is exposed). Wear sunscreen, hat and long sleeves while going out in summer.
Don’t strain your eyes by watching TV or sitting in-front of PC all the time. Harmful radiation from these screens may harm your skin.
Get enough sleep, preferably at night time. It is nature’s law to sleep at night, so follow it if you want to have a healthy life.
Drink more water, approximately 70% of our body is made of water. Not drinking enough water will trigger many health as-well-as skin diseases including eczema, psoriasis and dry skin.
Get enough vitamins for your body through diet. When toxins accumulate in body they trigger skin ailments, vitamin A helps to reduce toxins. Iron deficiency may cause dark circles says experts.
Retinol (a form of vitamin A) boosts collagen production which wipes away fine lines under eyes. It may also work on discoloration of skin. You can retinol cream from a local drug store.
After washing your face pat dry, while the skin is still damp apply moisturizing cream.
Stay happy, don’t stress yourself or get depressed.

All the above listed tips may or may not work for you, as skin tone is not same for all. But without any doubt it will benefit your skin to some extent.

Treating Hereditary Dark Circles

With advanced cosmologist and skin experts with us still we can’t treat hereditary dark circles completely. That is why I recommended you a healthy lifestyle (which I discussed above); with these tips you can at-least recover to some extent.

Anyway, those who’ve lots of money in their pockets can try surgical or laser treatment by consulting dermatologists. Or you can just use concealer to hide dark under eyes.

Many people (both with white and black skin tone) prefer concealer to hide dark circles. Yes, it’s not a remedy and you must apply every day.

Note: Keep your skin away from chemical filled make-ups.

Stretch marks

How to Use Almond Oil for Stretch Marks

ByMoin Nex

You might notice lines over your back, knees and on shoulders. Medically, these streaks are known as striae distensae and popularly known as stretch marks.

Stretch marks are common and are not associated with any serious health hazard. Anyhow, people out of cosmetic concern try different natural remedies like aloe, honey, cucumber and almond oil for treating stretch marks.

There is a bad news for you. According to medical experts stretch marks can’t be treated completely. However, you can fade their appearance with regular topical application of natural or steroid creams.

Based on studies when your skin stretches beyond its ability, the elastic fibers of dermis layer break at different points. Along with slight inflammation, red linear lines appear over the skin which will be turned into white lines as the time passes. There are many causes of stretch marks, gaining or losing weight being most common cause of striae.

Almond Oil for Stretch Marks

almond oil for stretch marks

You’ll find many home available remedies to fade stretch marks when you check innate ingredients aisle. But, unfortunately none of them are backed by a scientific research. However, beauty experts recommend almond oil and other natural ingredients for cosmetic purpose.

Almond oil has been used from centuries as a beauty product. Its exceptional nutrients soothe your scars and enhance elasticity. Cosmetic industries incorporate almond oil in their creams; by this you can estimate its nutritional power.

Vitamin E in almond oil: Experts say that vitamin E penetrates into deeper layer of dermis and stimulate healing by cell regeneration. It also improves elasticity of the skin and prevents further stretch marks.
Vitamin K: Even vitamin K helps to soothe skin and fastens healing process. Topically applying it will treat bruises, spider veins, burns and stretch marks.
Moisturizing: Your skin becomes dry when it gets exposed to impurities and harsh creams. Almond oil hydrates your skin and avoids dry patches.
Antioxidants: Vitamin E exhibits antioxidant activity, which thwarts free radicals damaging your cell.
Its anti-inflammatory property reduces inflammation caused due to acne, stretch marks and injuries.

Rub almond oil on stretch marks

Its nutritional profile is enticing, isn’t it?

To reap all these nutrients for your skin, experts recommend organic or pure almond oil. You can get it from local market or through online.

Wash your stretch marks with lukewarm water and pat dry.
Take required amount of almond oil in your palm and start rubbing over stretch marks.
As it has no chemical ingredients, you don’t have to wash it. Best time is to apply it before going to bed.
Alternatively you can mix rosemary oil or other essential oil to almond oil.

Almond oil, jojoba oil and vitamin E oil for stretch marks

If you’ve persistent streaks, mix 8 tbsp of almond oil and jojoba oil with 2 tbsp of vitamin E oil. Also add 1/2 cup sugar.

After mixing them thoroughly, apply over prewashed stretch marks. Don’t expect instant results, natural remedies take time to show positive results.

Topically applying almond oil during pregnancy can help you to prevent stretch marks. As nutrients in this oil will improves your skin’s elasticity and avoids breakage.

Note: Consult your doctor before using it.

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Skin diseases

How to Use Coconut Oil for Psoriasis and Scalp Psoriasis?

ByMoin Nex

Psoriasis is an auto immune disease that causes itchy, dry, flaky, red and inflamed patches on the skin. This condition often can be seen on your arms, neck, scalp and knees. More than 2.6 % of population is being suffered with this condition every year in USA.

The sad truth is, psoriasis cannot be cured completely, but it can be controlled and treated by using number of natural remedies. One of such natural ingredient which is effective in treating psoriasis is coconut oil.

This article will help you to know everything about coconut oil and how we can use coconut oil for complete cure of psoriasis.

How Does Coconut Oil Helps In Treating Psoriasis?

Coconut oil is loaded with numerous vitamins and proteins which help in treating psoriasis. Here are some proofs with scientific explanations.

1. Penetrates Deeply When Compared With Other Oils:

Extra virgin coconut oil contains fatty acids that are similar to human cells. So, it has the capability to penetrate deeply in to skin and increases the moisture and smoothens and loosens skin flakes. It even prevents the skin from getting excessively dry.

2. Anti Inflammatory Properties:

The anti inflammatory properties in coconut oil decreases the inflammation caused by psoriasis when applied topically. It also helps to maintain skin healthier, younger and nourished.

3. Combat Free Radicals:

The anti oxidant properties present in coconut oil helps in removing free radicals from the skin and even repair the cells of DNA.

4. Prevents Skin Infections:

Coconut oil is rich in antimicrobial and antiseptic properties that reduce viral and fungal infections that can aggravate condition of psoriasis.

5. Protects Your Skin:

The fatty acids present in coconut oil have the capability to restore fatty acid levels in the skin cells. It helps to maintain balance between saturated and unsaturated fatty acids and prevents the skin damage from sun rays and aging.

How To Use Coconut Oil For Psoriasis?

They are many ways to use coconut oil especially for treating psoriasis. Some of them include:

#1 Coconut Oil:

Consumption of coconut oil on regular basis will balance saturated and unsaturated fatty acids in the body and strengthens immune system.

Topical application of coconut oil regularly will smoothens the affected skin and loosen the flakes.

What You Need To Do:

Consume 2-3 table spoons of coconut oil regularly by including it in smoothies, juices and special dishes.
Alternatively, apply little amount of coconut oil on the affected skin and allow it to dry completely.

#2 Coconut Oil With Apple Cider Vinegar:

Apple cider vinegar acts as disinfectant agent and can easily reduce the swelling and dryness on skin when combined with coconut oil.

What You Need To Do:

Mix 2 parts of coconut oil with one part of apple cider vinegar and apply this mixture on the affected area of your skin.
Leave the mask for 30 minutes and rinse with water, and then pat dry.
Repeat the process for at least 2 times in a day. You can also add honey for extra benefits.

#3 Coconut Oil With Turmeric:

Turmeric contains anti microbial and anti inflammatory properties that restricts your immune system which results in psoriasis flare-ups.

What You Need To Do:

Mix one table spoon of coconut oil with ½ table spoon of turmeric and spread this mixture on the affected area.
Leave the application for 20 minutes and wash with clean water.
Repeat the application regularly to get rid of psoriasis completely.

#4 Coconut Oil With Neem:

Neem often called as Indian lilac can treat any kind of skin disease including psoriasis. The anti bacterial, anti fungal and anti septic properties in neem easily help to prevent psoriasis.

What You Need To Do:

Burn some neem bark seeds until they turn in to ashes.
Mix this ash with little amount of coconut oil until it forms like a paste.
Spread this paste on the psoriasis affected areas and leave it for few minutes before rinsing it off with water.
Do it regularly to see effective results.

#5 Coconut Oil With Aloe Vera:

Aloe vera moisturizes the skin and reduces inflammation and swelling caused by psoriasis. It even strengthens immune system and nourishes the skin cells.

What You Need To DO:

Combine one tea spoon of coconut oil with one table spoon of freshly extracted aloe vera juice.
Mix well and apply it on the psoriasis affected skin. Gently massage the affected areas in circular motion for few minutes and leave it overnight.
Rinse it off with clean water in the morning and repeat the process regularly.
You can even add lavender and peppermint oil to mixture for extra benefits.

Tips And Precaution:

Don’t forget to do patch test before applying it on the affected skin.
Don’t use coconut oil if you’re allergic to it.
Avoid scratching on the affected areas, because it can worsen the condition.
Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated
Exercise regularly to strengthen the immune system and eat healthy.

Home remedies

How to Use Coconut Oil for Stretch Marks During Pregnancy

ByMoin Nex

It’s not associated with any serious issue. But yes, you’ve a cosmetic concern with these tiger stripes. Stretch marks appear as a result of sudden weight gain, during pregnancy in women and in puberty. Your skin literally ripped apart at the deeper layers of dermis that leaves marks over epidermis, the upper layer of the skin.

You can find a long list of expensive creams to fade stretch marks. But among them coconut oil for stretch marks stands out to be my no.1 choice, because of 2 reasons, one is I don’t have to rush to a store (most of us have it) and other reason is it comes with additional skin benefits (which I discussed here).

How it Works: Coconut Oil and Stretch Marks During Pregnancy

coconut oil for stretch marks

As discussed earlier, the real mark is made in dermis (the deeper layer of the skin), so you need a cream which can penetrate deep into the skin and heal. Most of them are expensive except innate remedies like coconut oil. Coconut oil is cheaper and because of its properties coconut oil able to reach deeper layers of the skin and enhance cell production to heal.

Over the time the upper marks (seen over the skin) gets faded. Excellent thing is you can use coconut oil to prevent stretch marks during pregnancy. Apply virgin coconut oil over stomach evenly so that it enhances collagen production, which in turn improves skin’s elasticity and prevents stretch marks.

Note: This natural remedy may or may not work for you it depends, but you can give it a try as it’s cheap.

How to Use Coconut Oil for Stretch Marks?

Vitamin E, K, fatty acids and moisturizing elements housed in coconut oil can make your skin wrinkle free and radiant. But unfortunately, most of them in stores are processed, means they have fewer nutrients. So experts suggest using virgin coconut oil as it contains all innate properties.

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Best time to apply coconut oil is, after shower. In this state your skin is free from all dirt and ready to absorb the oil.
When your skin is still damp apply coconut oil over stretch marks or over stomach (if you’re pregnant), on back and over knees. Yes, you can apply over the face and under eyes.
Leave it to dry naturally and rinse it off.

If you’re going out in sun, then use a hat or cloth to cover the area. Alternatively, you can use Olive oil, Shea butter or avocado oil. Along with stretch marks coconut oil can treat cellulite problem.

You can use coconut oil over your body in various forms, one such natural way to wipe impurities off the body is here.

Other coconut oil benefits for skin

Studies prove that topical application of coconut oil will treat dry skin and is safe.
Regular application will make your skin free from scars and stretch marks.
Major skin diseases are associated with itching some or the other way. Applying coconut oil will give your instant relief from itching.
Assorted properties in this oil soften your skin and enhance collagen production leading to wrinkle free skin.

A special Remedy of Coconut oil, Shea butter and Almond oil for Stretch Marks

Ingredients

Coconut oil – 1/4 cup
Shea butter – 1/4
Almond oil – 3 tbsp
Calendula flowers – 1 tbsp (optional)

Boil calendula flowers at simmer and strain flowers. Add Shea butter and coconut oil to double boiler and stir both ingredients. Remove from heat and add almond oil and water collected after straining calendula flowers. Store in a jar and use it regularly.

Note: Consult your doctor before using any such home remedies while pregnant.

Have you ever tired coconut oil for stretch marks during pregnancy? What’s your say on this?

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Stretch marks

How to Use Aloe Vera to Get Rid of Stretch Marks

ByMoin Nex

aloe vera for stretch marks

Your skin is like a rubber band, it’s flexible. If you pull too far it breaks. Rapid weight gain expands your skin, but connective fibers under skin breaks; collagen grows in the place forming reddish marks, known as stretch marks. Also known as striae, according to Medline Plus, these marks fade over time. Anyhow, you can try home remedies like aloe vera for stretch marks.

Bitter truth is you can’t completely treat stretch marks with aloe vera gel. It may lighten its appearance. Based on article on Medline Plus, there is no specific cure for stretch marks. Avoiding rapid gain may reduce these marks. (1)

Pregnancy, puberty, obesity, cushing syndrome and over use of cortisone cream may lead to stretch marks. Common places of striae are on breast, hips, flank, buttocks and abdomen.

Also read: Benefits of aloe vera gel for skin

Aloe Vera for Stretch Marks

All nutritional properties of aloe are packed in its succulent leaf that contains gel. Aloe vera gel is extracted from aloe leaf by peeling its skin. You can blend aloe gel to make juice out of it. Else, you can have store bought aloe gel. Assorted antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties in aloe vera gel made it renowned remedy for soothing skin. 75 active constituents like vitamins, enzymes, minerals, sugars and amino acids, strive to soothe your skin and enhance collagen production. (2)

Also read: Aloe Vera Gel Face Mask Recipes

aloe vera leaf and stretch marks According to Everydayhealth.com, topical application of aloe vera gel on stretch marks at initial stages can limit its growth. Anti-inflammatory agent in aloe gel acts to reduce inflammation or aids to limit its growth.

Mayoclinic.com rates, aloe gel for stretch marks and wounds with a ‘C’, on a scale of A to F. Though some studies proved its effectiveness at healing striae, others have shown no evidence.

If you’re allergic to aloe vera, avoid using it or test with small quantity before trying.

Must read:

Does Aloe Vera Help Stretch Marks?

May be! Mayo Clinic states, creams which claim to treat stretch marks include ingredients like cocoa butter, vitamin E is not harmful but they’re less effective at treating striae. Alternatively, just leave it and they disappear naturally. (3)

Lack of conclusive evidence, make aloe vera less effective remedy for stretch marks. As it has no harm, you can use it and see how it works.

How to apply Aloe Vera on Skin?

Get fresh aloe leaf; wash it to remove mud and oozing aloe rinse. Slice its borders and peel its skin to get aloe gel. Wash your stretch marks and start rubbing the gel over it. Use it regularly at-least once in a day. (Here is a simple guide on how to use aloe vera for face)

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Stretch marks

How to Use Castor Oil for Stretch Marks – 7 Methods (No.4 is Best)

ByMoin Nex

is castor oil good for stretch marks

8 out of 10 women will get striae at some point of time. In this article, you’ll know how to use castor oil for stretch marks.

Your skin stretches due to puberty, pregnancy or sudden weight gain, which results in breakage at different places.

Red colored vertical lines or marks can be seen over epidermis. But, as the time passes stretch marks turn silver white. These annoying scars though aren’t associated with any health ailment people want to get rid of them out of cosmetic concern.

Before you proceed, one thing you must know that you can’t permanently treat stretch marks. Using media promoted cosmetic products and home available natural remedies you can lighten their appearance.

How Do You Get Stretch Marks?

Like I mentioned above, due to some factors like pregnancy, puberty, sudden gain or loss in weight and hereditary, with this rapid growth dermis layer fail to stretch accordingly to meet the pace.

Thus, it breaks at different places, which you can be visible on the upper layer of the skin.

Place where stretch marks occur include tummy, breasts, thighs, shoulders, and buttocks.

The rapid growth of skin is the main reason why you skin tears. Dermis layers, which is strong and inter-connected with fibers stretch as your skin grows. But, in case of rapid growth, it fails to expand accordingly leading to breakage. (1)

Is Castor Oil Good for Stretch Marks?

Most of us are exposed to media promoted beauty products, who claim to treat most of over skin ailments. But, as they also include chemical ingredients that can do more harm than good, beauty experts prefer natural homemade recipes.

Does castor oil work on old stretch marks?

Yes, repeated use of this oil can show you some positive results.

Castor oil has abundant benefits for health, eyes, hair, and skin. Except for its smell, I love to use castor oil on my hair and skin, as it’s packed with essential nutrients.

Let’s now dwell into its benefits for the skin.

Ricinoleic acid housed in castor oil exhibits anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and moisturizing properties.
This sticky oil has fatty acids that can improve the elasticity of the skin and prevent breakage of dermis layer.
Essential fatty acids penetrate into deeper layers of the skin and enhance the growth of broken tissues.
Renowned for its hydrating property, topical application of castor oil forms a protective layer over the skin and banish wrinkles.
Experts say that ricinoleic acid is the main ingredient in castor oil that can fade stretch marks and improve your skin texture.
Antibacterial and antiseptic abilities housed in this folk remedy can thwart bacterial infection present in stretch marks.
Assorted nutrients in this oil help to make your skin firm and make it supple.
Not just stretch marks, this natural oil can reduce wrinkles, treat acne, reduce minor sunburns, fade scars, improve skin tone and enhance collagen production.

Also read: How to Get Rid of Stretch Marks Using Rose Oil?

How to Use Castor Oil for Stretch Marks?

Don’t expect overnight results. Unlike cosmetic products, innate ingredients go deep into the skin and supply essential vitamins.

The excellent thing about these homemade recipes is that you can include or exclude other ingredients depending on your skin type.

#1 Castor Oil

Let’s start with this simple recipe.

Heat castor oil up till becomes lukewarm.
Wash the affected part with a wash to cleanse impurities and topically massage the oil.
Leave it to dry naturally for 30 minutes and then rinse it off.

Wrap your skin with an unused cloth to avoid stains on clothes.

#2 Aloe Vera and Castor Oil

Aloe gel is renowned for its humectant and healing properties. Rich concentration of vitamins in aloe gel helps to lighten the appearance of scars, stretch marks, and cuts.

Vitamins in this home available ingredient can promote elastin and collagen production.

Application of aloe gel will rejuvenate your skin and make it supple.

Peel aloe vera skin and mash its pulp to form a smooth paste.
Add castor oil to it and mix thoroughly.
Heat the mixture until it becomes lukewarm.
Apply the mask over prewashed stretch marks.
Allow it to dry for 15-20 minutes and then rinse it off with water.

#3 Castor Oil for Stretch Marks After Pregnancy

As mentioned by researchers, 8 of 10 pregnant women develop stretch marks after and during pregnancy.

As the skin grows at a rapid pace, dermis layer tear at different places.

It is really hard to avoid them, but you can give it a try to minimize these vertical lines.

Here you’ll need coconut oil and castor oil.

These ingredients promote elastin and collagen production. As the skin grows, dermis layer expands without breakage.

However, it’s recommended to consult a physician before applying it on the skin.

Take required amount of coconut oil and castor oil in a bowl.
Wash the skin and pat dry.
When the skin is still damp, apply the oil mixture evenly over the skin.
After 30 minutes rinse it off and pat dry.

While vitamin E promotes healing of scars, monosaturated fats residing in coconut oil strengthen cell walls. Vitamin C also enhance collagen production.

Assorted vitamins and minerals in coconut oil prevent wrinkles and make your skin firm.

#4 Potato and Castor Oil

Though anecdotal reports claim potato juice can lighten the appearance of stretch marks. Experts say that it has very low impact on your skin. (2)

However, they also state that potato contains rich amount of vitamins that may help to reduce scars.

Well, you can give it a try, as they aren’t associated with any serious side-effects.

Extract juice from potato by blending or grind it.
Now, add its juice with castor oil and apply on stretch marks.
Allow it to dry naturally for 20 minutes.
Rinse it off with water.

#5 Castor Oil and Almond Oil

Several anti-inflammatory and cell regenerative properties are packed in almond oil, which can help to get rid of stretch marks.

Some them include vitamin E, A, F, B2 and unsaturated fatty acids.

Mix 1 tablespoon of castor oil with 2 tablespoons of almond oil.
Cleanse the affected skin and pat dry.
Apply the mixed oil on the skin and allow it to dry naturally for 15-20 minutes.
Else apply before bedtime and rinse it off in the morning.

#6 Castor Oil and Oatmeal

Oatmeal is prominent for its exfoliating properties and cell regenerative abilities. Topical application of this mask can treat skin ailments and make the skin supple.

Mix 1 teaspoon of uncooked oatmeal with 2 tbsp of olive oil and 1 tbsp of castor oil.
Apply the obtained paste on your skin and allow it to dry naturally.
After 15-20 minutes, rinse it off with water.

#7 Castor Oil and Tea Tree Oil

Rich in vitamins and nutrients tea tree essential oil promotes collagen production and restrains infectious bacteria.

Also, add jojoba oil to dilute tea tree EO. Jojoba oil is known for its unique ability to unclog skin pores and trick skin to regulate sebum production.

Mix 1 tbsp of jojoba oil with ½ tbsp of castor oil.
Also, add few drops of tea tree essential oil.
Wash your skin and pat dry.
Apply this mixed oil on stretch marks and allow it to dry naturally.

Tips

If you experience irritation or mild allergic reaction after topical application of these recipes, then stop using it.
Avoid applying the oil on cuts and injuries.
Use only cold compressed castor oil, as it will be more effective on your skin.
Ingest vitamin-rich diet to improve elastin internally.
Omega-3 supplement can help you to improve skin functioning.
Drink enough water to hydrate your skin from the inside.

Did you ever use castor oil for stretch marks? Share your recipe and experience in comments.

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Skin Whitening

Pomegranate Face Pack for Skin Whitening (10 Simple Recipes)

ByMoin Nex

It takes some pain to remove pomegranate seeds and obviously everyone wants to devour these delicious seeds as soon as they come out. But, did you ever wonder about its cosmetic benefits?

You’ll be glad to know that you can use pomegranate face pack to whiten your skin. These red seeds are loaded with essential vitamins and minerals that your skin needs.

Is Pomegranate Seeds Good for Skin?

With increasing impurities and unhealthy lifestyle, your skin is piled with dead cells and pollutants. Beauty products though claim to cleanse these impurities; they strip natural moisture from the skin.

Natural remedies like pomegranate juice can effectively remove and supply your skin with essential vitamins.

Beauty experts recommend homemade pomegranate face pack as they are free from refined ingredients and aren’t associated with any side-effects.

1. Anti-oxidant Ability

Powerful antioxidants packed in pomegranate juice can nourish the skin, prevent aging and thwart free radicals.

It also reduces oxidative stress and avoids premature aging wrinkles.

2. Hydrates Your Skin

Your skin needs natural moisture to protect itself from harmful irritants. Hydrating ability packed in this face pack can lock moisture on your sensitive skin.

It helps to get rid of dry skin and fill your skin with phytochemicals.

3. Exfoliates Your Skin

As mentioned above, your skin is piled with impurities and pollutants. Exfoliating property exhibits by this homemade face pack helps to remove dead skin cells and wipe impurities.

4. Tighten Your Skin

Vitamin C residing in this fruit can enhance collagen production and improve skin’s elasticity. Thus, makes your skin healthy and flawless.

It also helps to make your skin firm.

5. Anti-inflammatory Ability

Fatty acids and anti-inflammatory compounds help to moisturize the skin and reduce inflammation.

Topical application of this facial mask can give instant relief from inflamed blemishes.

6. Reduce Scars

Regular application of this face mask will fade scars and lighten the appearance of stretch marks. Cell regeneration activity helps to build new cells and fasten the healing process.

Excellent thing about this fruit is that it works with all skin types. Its small molecular structure penetrates into deeper layers of the skin and stimulates healthy functioning.

10 Homemade Pomegranate Face Pack Recipes

Regularly drink its juice or topically apply it over the skin, either way you’ll get benefited by its exceptional nutritional properties.

To make it more effective, beauty experts recommend blending other natural remedies with pomegranate juice.

#1 Pomegranate Juice and Bentonite Clay

Clay helps to remove impurities and it also helps to treat skin ailments. Instead of adding distilled water add pomegranate juice.

Wash your face initially and pat dry.
Take required amount of bentonite clay and add pomegranate juice to make thick paste.
Apply the mask evenly on the face and leave it to dry naturally.
Rinse it off with water.
If you’ve extremely dry skin, apply jojoba oil or rosewater after this face mask treatment.

#2 Pomegranate Face Pack for Wrinkles

Dry skin and loss of moisture leaves your skin with fine lines.

Remove pomegranate seeds and blend them to obtain its juice.
Drink it regularly or apply it using cotton ball on prewashed face.

#3 Pomegranate for Skin Whitening

You can use above mentioned recipes to cleanse impurities. Another way is to grind pomegranate seeds and massage slightly on face.

Punicalagins compound present in pomegranate inhibit melanin production and makes the skin glow naturally.

Take a half pomegranate and remove its seeds.
Blend 2 teaspoons of almond oil and ½ tablespoons of raw honey to it.
Apply it over prewashed face and rinse it off with water.

Anthocyanins and hydrolysable tannins present in pomegranate juice prevent skin cancer.

#4 Pomegranate and Yogurt Face Pack

Plain yogurt is renowned for its skin lightening abilities. Lactic acid present in this ingredient lighten the appearance of scars and stretch marks.

Additionally, this face mask can make your skin soft and bright.

Take handful of pomegranate seeds and mix it with 2 tablespoons of greek yogurt.
Blend the ingredients to form paste like consistency.
Wash your face to remove impurities and then apply the obtained face pack on your skin.
Allow it to dry naturally for 15-20 minutes and then rinse it off with water.

#5 Lemon and Pomegranate Face Pack

Prominent for its skin whitening abilities, lemon juice can also remove dead cells and dark spots on your face.

Its antibacterial properties are beneficial if you’re struggling with skin ailments like acne.

Take required amount of pomegranate seeds and grind them.
Add 5 drops of lemon juice to it and then mix thoroughly.
Now apply this natural toner on your skin using cotton ball.
Let it dry naturally for 20 minutes and then wash it off with clean water.

#6 Pomegranate and Green Tea Face Mask

It is known for its weight loss abilities, however, green tea can be used to treat skin ailments and to obtain glowing skin.

Topical application of this facial mask can rejuvenate your skin and lighten the appearance of scars.

You just need to brew 1 tbsp of green tea and add it with grinded pomegranate seeds.
Optionally, you can add honey or yogurt to this facial mask.
Now, apply the paste on your face and let it dry for 15 minutes.

#7 Cocoa Powder and Pomegranate Face Pack

Cocoa powder is also loaded with enticing cosmetic benefits. Its topical application will remove dead cells and prevent premature aging wrinkles.

Start by grinding pomegranate seeds and add 1 tbsp of cocoa powder to it.
Apply the mixed paste on your prewashed face.
Rinse it off after 15-20 minutes.

#8 Oatmeal and Pomegranate Facial Mask

Renowned for its exfoliating abilities, oatmeal can also used to lighten your skin and reduce inflammation.

Add 2 tbsp of oatmeal powder to already grinded pomegranate seeds.
Also add honey and buttermilk to make it more effective.
Apply this facial toner on your face and around your neck.
Leave it to dry and then rinse it off with water.

#9 Rice Flour, Almond Oil and Pomegranate Seeds

Rice flour is known for its skin whitening and anti-aging abilities. Washing your face with rice water can remove all impurities and prevent aging wrinkles.

This simple yet effective remedy isn’t associated with any serious side-effect.

Add 1 tbsp of rice flour with pomegranate seeds and blend both to form smooth paste.
Add few drops of almond oil and mix rigorously.
Wash your face and pat dry.
Apply this facial mask and rinse it off after 15-20 minutes.

#10 Pomegranate, Fuller’s Earth and Rose Water

Rose water is packed with hydrating, skin whitening and acne fighting abilities. You can use this effective ingredient twice or thrice regularly to improve your skin texture.

Fuller’s earth or multani mitti is prominent to remove impurities and dead cells accumulated on your face. It can prevent oily skin and acne prone skin.

Its soothing property can reduce inflammation and lighten your skin.

Take 2 tbsp of fuller’s earth and mix it with required amount of rose water.
Also, add pomegranate juice or its paste.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly and then apply it on your face.
Let it dry for few minutes and then rinse it off with water.

If you ever used pomegranate face pack to whiten your skin or to treat any skin ailment, please let us know in comments.

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How to Use Coffee for Skin Whitening – 7 DIY Face Mask Recipes

ByMoin Nex

External and internal factors ruin your physical appearance by resulting in dark or brown spots. In this article, you’ll learn on how to use coffee for skin whitening.

Benefits of coffee are beyond giving an instant jolt of energy. Nutrients housed in it can help to exfoliate your skin, improve skin texture, reduce inflammation, get rid of cellulite and lighten the appearance of dark circles. (1)

It may be skeptical for you, how can a delicious ingredient benefit skin. But studies and researches back these claims.

Must Read: Can Baking Soda Whiten Your Skin?

Is Coffee Good for Skin Lightening?

Packed with essential nutrients, coffee powder can improve your skin texture, lighten your face and shed accumulated dead cells.

Massaging with coffee face scrub will improve your blood circulation and enhance overall functioning of your skin.

Housed with skin brightening abilities, coffee face mask can make your skin glow naturally.
Antioxidant activity of coffee helps to thwart free radicals and reduce fine lines. It also helps to combat harmful UV rays, which turn your skin complexion.
Caffeine exhibits the anti-inflammatory property that reduces inflammation over the skin.
Topical application of this face mask tightens your skin, reduce fine lines, wrinkles and inhibit the growth of cancer cells.
Anti-inflammatory ability help to reduce puffiness, dark circles and improve blood flow under eyes.
Grounded coffee beans mask help to exfoliate dead cells and impurities off the skin.
Assorted nutrients in this home available ingredient make your skin supple.
Studies prove that cosmetic creams with caffeine as an ingredient are more effective in treating cellulite. Topical application of this ingredient will dilate blood vessels and tighten tissues.
Antioxidant agents help to reduce the damage caused by UV rays and protect your skin from ailments.
Coffee is one of the best remedies for skin whitening. It refrains bacterial and fungal infection.

How to Use Coffee for Skin Whitening?

Take time and check ingredients on your personal beauty cream, you’ll be surprised to see caffeine included in it. I love coffee for its rich aroma and the instant boost I get from it.

To reap its beauty benefits you’re advised to use it topically. Depending on your skin type there are different recipes to use.

Coffee face pack recipes for fairness listed below are effective and inexpensive with no side-effects. Choose any one recipe and stick to it for few weeks to see positive results.

#1 Epsom Salt and Coffee Face Scrub

Your skin is exposed to lots of pollutants and dead cells. Cleansing it regularly is one of the effective ways to obtain glowing skin.

Epsom salt is known to remove blackheads, treat acne and make the skin soft. It absorbs excess oil and supplies your skin with vitamin D, magnesium, and zinc.

These nutrients combine to make your skin fair and smooth.

Add ground coffee to warm water.
Mix it with some Epsom salt and wait until you see brown color.
Now, initially wash your face with distilled water and pat dry using a soft cloth.
Gently rub your face with this coffee face scrub and leave for 10-15 minutes.
Rinse it off with water.

#2 Egg White and Coffee Powder for Skin Whitening

This recipe is perfect to reduce hyperpigmentation.

Astringent properties exhibited by egg white help to shrink large skin pores and make the skin firm. It’s sticky nature pulls out dirt, impurities and dead cells piled over the skin.

Regularly massage with egg white can make your skin firm, acne free and radiant.

Take ¼ cup of ground coffee or grind yourself.
Mix it with 1 egg white and gently massage it over prewashed face.
After 15-20 minutes, rinse it off with cool water.
Optionally, you can moisturize your skin with rose water or any moisturizer.

#3 Yogurt and Coffee to Whiten the Skin

Yogurt includes lactic acid that exhibits bleaching property. Its hydrating and exfoliating abilities make your skin supple and radiant.

Nutrients in it help to restrain bacterial infection, thwart free radicals, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, improve skin complexion and avoid skin ailments.

Also Read: Is Yogurt Good for Skin Whitening?

Take 2 tablespoons of ground coffee in a bowl.
Add 1 tablespoon of plain yogurt to it.
Mix thoroughly and apply the mask over prewashed face.
Leave it to dry naturally and then rinse it off.
Hydrate your skin with a moisturizing cream to avoid dryness.

#4 Coconut Oil and Coffee Scrub for Skin Whitening

Essential fatty acids residing in coconut oil exhibits antibacterial, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties. Apart from this it lightens the appearance of scars and improves skin complexion.

Fatty acids hydrate the skin and its nutrients penetrate deep into the skin to thwart underlying irritants that trigger skin ailment.

Also read: How to Use Coconut Oil to Whiten Skin?

Take 1 tablespoon of cold compressed coconut oil and 1 tablespoon of coffee ground.
Wash your face with distilled water to remove impurities and pat dry with a soft cloth.
Apply this face mask over the face and leave for 15 minutes.
Rinse it off with water and try this recipe thrice or twice in a week.

#5 Coffee and Honey Face Mask

Anti-bacterial activity exhibited by raw honey keeps irritants away from your skin. Antioxidant ability residing in this natural sweetener reduces wrinkles, fine lines and thwarts free radicals.

Honey has the ability to moisturize, cleanse and protect your skin from harmful UV rays.

Mix 1 tablespoon of coffee powder with 1 tablespoon of raw honey.
Wash your face before applying this face mask.
After mixing the mask thoroughly, apply it over the face and rinse it off after 15-20 minutes.

Also read: Is Honey Good for Skin Whitening?

#6 Coffee and Tea Tree Essential Oil

Nutrients in tea tree essential oil can effectively lighten the appearance of dark spots, improve skin complexion and reduce wrinkles.

The hydrating ability of the oil can help to restore lost moisture over the skin. Anti-inflammatory property can reduce inflammation and other chronic skin ailments like eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea.

It’s not recommended to apply essential oil directly over the skin. Beauty experts advise to dilute it with water or carrier oils.
Take 2 tablespoons of coffee powder and mix it with the required amount of water.
Add few drops of tea tree essential oil and mix thoroughly.
Cleanse your face and apply this homemade coffee face mask evenly.

#7 Coffee, Honey, and Lemon Juice

Benefits of honey are listed above. Lemon juice is prominent for its bleaching and acidic abilities.

Topical application of lemon juice will reduce dark spots and improve skin complexion. Vitamin C packed in lemon enhances collagen production and prevent fine lines.

Excess use of lemon juice may irritate your skin, so it’s recommended to limit its use.

Take 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 tablespoon of coffee powder and few drops of lemon juice.
Mix all ingredients thoroughly and apply it over prewashed face.
Leave it for 15-20 minutes and rinse it off.

Tips on Using Coffee for Skin Whitening

Along with the topical application, you must include vitamin rich diet to obtain radiant skin.
Don’t use ingredients that may irritate your skin.
Choose the recipe depending on your skin type.
Longer exposure to computer and TV screen may result in dark spots.
Along with glowing skin, regular application of coffee face mask can treat minor skin ailments.
Cleanse your skin regularly to remove dead cells and other impurities.
Hydrate your skin internally by drinking enough water and including water-rich

Do let us know if you ever used coffee face mask to obtain whitening skin.