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Are you fed up squeezing acne blemishes? Stop right now, this will scar on your face. Instead, use sunflower oil for acne.

Vitamins and essential fatty acids residing in this home available oil can effectively use on acne prone skin.

Anecdotal reports claim that home remedies are one of the best ways to pamper the skin. Not just they’re cost-effective, also no chemical ingredients are found.

Though cosmetic companies claim to enhance skin texture by their beauty products, dermatologists say that repeated use of chemical-filled creams will affect the elasticity of the skin.

A study claims that levels of linoleic acid in acne patients are very low. Massaging with essential fatty acids that include linoleic and oleic acids can effectively reduce acne inflammation.

So, what causes acne?

Inflammation.

Yes, experts say that acne is triggered by inflammation and hormonal imbalance that triggers excess production of sebum.

Dead cells your skin sheds pile on the skin blocking it and resulting in swollen bumps. Bacteria invade and feed on your dead cells making acne worse.

Puberty, genetics, food you eat and stress can also trigger acne lesions.

Is Sunflower Oil Good for Acne?

There is a wide range of natural oils packed with exceptional vitamins and nutrients that can effectively treat acne. But, not every oil works for every person.

Vitamins, fatty acids and other nutrients housed in the oil may or may not go well with you. So, it’s good to patch test before using it over the face.

With the decrease in linoleic acid, sebum becomes sticky and clogs skin pores. Dead cells and impurities pile over it and create acne.

This sticky sebum highly consists of oleic acid, topical application of sunflower oil (which contains linoleic acid) will balance these two essential fatty acids over the skin. Thus, reduce breakouts.

Dawn Michele, a beauty blogger says that she used only oils that have a high concentration of linoleic acid to treat acne and avoided other carrier oils with higher levels of oleic acid. With this theory, she successfully reduced acne breakouts. (Source)

Emollient activity locks natural moisture over the skin. This protective barrier keeps the ailments away.
Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids residing in the oil supply essential acids to your skin. As mentioned above balance between linoleic and oleic acid helps to treat acne.
Vitamin E packed in sunflower oil protects skin from UV rays and reduce scars.
Fatty acids help to regenerate skin cells and thwart P.acnes bacteria.
Vitamin A, C, and D protect the skin and enhance collagen production.
Its non-greasy ability helps to penetrate deep into the skin and supply essential vitamins.
Assorted properties can cleanse impurities, dead cells and excess sebum over the skin.
Antioxidant activity exhibited by sunflower oil reduces oxidative stress, reduce wrinkles and thwart free radicals.

Its alluring properties can improve overall skin functioning. Even beauty products incorporate this innate ingredient to reap its nutritional benefits.

Also read: How to Get Rid of Forehead Wrinkles Without Using Botox?

How to Use Sunflower Oil for Acne?

Remove dead cells and impurities from the skin by cleansing it. If you’ve inflamed or painful blisters, then wash your face with lukewarm water or expose the skin to steam.

Steam will open blocked skin pores and makes easy for sunflower oil to penetrate into it.

#1 Simple Recipe

Let’s not make it complex.

If you’re lazy, then start with this simple recipe.

Cleanse your face like mentioned above.
Pat dry and apply sunflower oil on your skin.
Dab cotton ball dipped in the oil on acne prone skin.
Leave it to dry naturally.

Isn’t it simple?

The right time to apply sunflower is after a bath or before going to sleep.

#2 Sunflower Oil for Oily Skin

Ingredients you need include lemon juice, sunflower oil, and artichoke.

You can skip artichoke.

Lemon is packed with acidic and astringent abilities that can shrink large skin pores. Its antibacterial property can effectively fight P.acnes bacteria. Anti-inflammatory agents in this natural juice will relieve pain and inflammation.

Blend a fresh artichoke and add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice to it.
Also, add 2 teaspoons of sunflower oil to the puree.
Mix well and apply the obtained paste on prewashed face.
Allow it to dry naturally for 10-15 minutes and then rinse it off with water.

Note: people with dry skin must limit the use of lemon juice, as it may irritate your sensitive skin.

#3. Sunflower Oil, Yogurt, and Lemon Juice

According to Livestrong.com dairy products including yogurt can trigger acne formation in certain people.

However, anecdotal reports claim to that topical application on Greek yogurt can effectively reduce acne blemishes.

Lactic acid, calcium, zinc and vitamin B residing in yogurt help to remove dead cells, fight acne, hydrate your skin and promote supple skin.

Take 1 cup of plain Greek yogurt, 3 tablespoons of sunflower oil and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice in a bowl.
Mix all three ingredients well.
Apply it on your face and leave it dry naturally for 15-20 minutes.
Rinse it off with water.

While yogurt and sunflower help to treat acne and remove dead cells. Lemon juice can whiten your skin complexion.

Related: Is Rose Water Good for Acne?

#4 Tea Tree Oil and Sunflower Oil

Tea tree essential oil has all those nutrients that your skin needs to look radiant and acne free.

Antibacterial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory abilities exhibited by this essential oil is excellent. However, applying it directly on your skin may trigger irritation.

So, mix it with a carrier oil or sunflower oil.

Take 5 drops of sunflower oil and mix it with 1 drop of tea tree oil.
Wash your face to remove accumulated impurities.
Take a cotton ball and apply the oil on acne affected skin.
Allow it to dry for 15-20 minutes.
Rinse it off with water.

If you experience allergic reaction or tingling sensation stop using it and consult a physician.

#5 Sunflower Oil for Acne Prone Skin

Like safflower oil, sunflower oil has zero comedogenic rating, means it doesn’t clog your skin pores.

Non-comedogenic property of this oil makes it the perfect ingredient to treat acne blemishes.

Directly apply this home available ingredient directly on your face or mix it with other innate ingredients.

Face mask recipes where you add jojoba oil or almond oil can be replaced by sunflower oil.

#6 Aloe Gel and Sunflower Oil for Acne Scars

Aloe gel is housed with antibacterial, soothing, hydrating and anti-inflammatory abilities.

Renowned for its cooling effect, topical application of this gel will relieve you from inflamed acne lesions.

Mix 3 teaspoons of aloe gel with 1 teaspoon of sunflower oil.
Cleanse your face to remove excess oil and sebum.
Pat dry and apply the obtained gel all over the face.
Leave it to dry naturally for 15 minutes.
Rinse it off with water.

#7. Sunflower Seeds Face Mask

Instead of oil, you can mash sunflower seeds and mix it oatmeal to treat acne.

Oatmeal is prominent for its exfoliating properties. Its application will remove excess oiliness from your skin.

Mash ½ cup of sunflower seeds and mix it with 1 tablespoon of finely grounded oatmeal.
Add 2 drops of Neroli oil and 2 tbsp of yogurt.
Skip use of yogurt if it triggers acne.
Mix all listed ingredients well and apply it on the prewashed
After 15-20 minutes, rinse it off with water.

Tips

First thing, patch test the recipe to avoid irritation.
Foods that trigger acne must be avoided.
Avoid stress and chemical incorporated creams that strip natural moisture from your skin.
Don’t squeeze or press acne, it leaves scars on your face.
Drink enough water; it removes toxins from your body.

Is this article convincing you to use sunflower oil for acne treatment? Let the world know this. J

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How to Use Rose Water for Acne and Acne Scars – 7 DIY Methods

ByMoin Nex

rose water for acne

Rose water is prominent for its healing and moisturizing abilities. For centuries this natural ingredient has been used to tone the skin. In this article, you’ll learn how to use rose water for acne or pimples.

My cousin’s beauty kit includes cleanser, toner, moisturizing lotion and sunscreen product. Am pretty sure there can be few more to the list. If you’re like me and love the frugal lifestyle, replace them by rose water.

Before you rely completely on this home available remedy, let me disclose that for serious acne lesions consult a dermatologist.

As it isn’t associated with any side-effects, you can give it a try.

Jump to: How to use rose water toner for acne

Is Rose Water Good for Acne?

Rose water which is an emulsion of essential oil (rose oil) and water acts as an effective home remedy to soothe blemishes. Mostly rose water is used as a cleanser.

This innate ingredient is packed with healing and antibacterial abilities, which can efficiently treat acne.

Topical application of rose water helps to cleanse dead skin cells and excess sebum.

Antiseptic and antimicrobial properties exhibited by rose water avoid infectious bacteria and reduce blemishes.

Antibacterial properties in rosewater reduce bacterial infection on the skin.
Rose water contains natural bioactive chemicals; some of them are phenylethyl alcohol, cintronellol, methyleugenol, geraniol and other complex sugars.
Vitamin C residing in this remedy helps to strengthen the immune system to fight back acne causing bacteria.
Vitamin B3 can efficiently reduce redness over the skin and also hydrate it.
Unlike other chemical included creams, rose water is gentle on skin and works for all skin type people.
Hydrating your skin is one of the effective ways to keep the ailments at bay. Rose water is renowned for its hydrating properties can efficiently keep your skin moist.
Vitamin E is prominent for reducing dryness and emollient properties. It can form a protective layer of the skin to thwart infectious bacteria.
Vitamin A housed in rose water exhibited antioxidant activity, which can reduce acne inflammation. (Source)
Assorted vitamins residing in rose water can also help to maintain pH level over the skin.
Antioxidant ability housed in this ingredient can reduce oxidative stress and prevent premature aging wrinkles.
Rose water toner is also packed with astringent property that can cleanse your skin pores and tightens the skin.
Regular application of this effective ingredient will helps to balance pH level on your skin.

Few scientists carried out a study to learn the working of rose water. Rose oil in rose water stimulates the activity of keratinocytes (skin cells). These cells help to heal and protect skin from injuries.

Keratinocytes also release inflammatory chemicals which kill germs, healthy skin cells and avoid inflammation.

Does Rose Water Work for Acne Prone Skin (Oily)?

A British experiment concludes that using only rose water for oily skin is not recommended. As the components in rose water stimulate cell growth which in turn increases sebum production blocking skin pores. So use lemon or glycerin with rose water for pimples.

Before you proceed further, let me discuss main causes of acne.

Skin experts hold inflammation as the main culprit to trigger acne, which stimulates the body to produce more sebum. (Source)

Along with dead cells, this excess oil blocks skin pores resulting in bumps. Further, P.acnes worsens the condition.

How to Use Rose Water for Acne?

You can use rose water directly applying it on washed face or you can add lemon, sandalwood or other natural remedies.

Here we’re going to discuss step by step process to use rose water with other natural home available remedies.

Wash your face with cold water and using any cleanser clean it.
Pat dry, now dip a cotton ball in rose water to apply it on your face or acne affected area.
Instead of just using rose water, mix 2 tbsp of lemon juice to 2 tbsp of rose water. Using a cotton ball damp this natural medicine on affected part.
After 15 minutes rinse off with water.
Repeat the process.

Other combinations of rose water

#1 Rose water and Lemon for Acne

This combination is already mentioned above. The healing ability of rose water helps to generate new skin cells.

Lemon juice, which is renowned for its acidic and bleaching ability can lighten the appearance of scars.

These two ingredients combine to cleanse clogged skin pores and restrain infection.

Mix equal quantities of lemon juice and rosewater, now directly apply over pimples using a cotton ball. Rinse it off after 15-20 minutes.

Limit or avoid lemon juice if you’ve sensitive skin. Else wear sunscreen before going out, because the excess use of lemon juice can make your skin sensitive to sunlight.

#2 Rosewater and Sandalwood Face Pack

Sandalwood powder is prominent to obtain radiant skin. Even cosmetic industries make use of this ingredient to market their chemical included products.

Cleanse ability of sandalwood help to remove excess sebum, dead cells and also enhance collagen production.

To use sandalwood face pack for acne, blend 2 tablespoons of sandalwood powder with a required amount of rose water.

Expose your face to steam before applying this face mask. Steam helps to unclog blocked skin pores and removes impurities.

#3 Rose water, Cucumber, and Honey Mask

If you’ve sensitive skin, replace lemon juice with cucumber and honey mask.

According to experts topical application of cucumber will unclog skin pores and helps to wipe impurities. The astringent ability of this ingredient can reduce pimples.

Antioxidant agents like Beta-carotene, Alpha-carotene, lutein and zea-xanthin housed in cucumber make it an effective remedy to treat acne.

Benefits of honey for acne need no explanation. Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and humectant ability of this natural remedy can keep all skin ailments at bay.

Mix 2 pieces of crushed cucumber and 2 tbsp of honey. Then add rose water to this mixture. Now you can apply this face pack on washed face.

Honey and rose water has antibacterial properties which help to fight bacterial infection and cucumber give a cool feeling to your skin.

#4 Glycerin and Rosewater for Acne

Glycerin, also known as glycerol renowned for its use as an ingredient in body lotions, soaps, and creams. Though it looks like oil, it easily gets absorbed by your skin.

These two ingredients combine to form an impeccable remedy to treat acne. Combine this with rose water and both medications will thwart acne causing bacteria. Not just soothing pimples is remedy also hydrates your skin.

Glycerin and rosewater toner can help to treat acne, balance pH of the skin hydrates the skin, fade scars and redness.

#5 Rose Water Toner for Oily Acne Skin

The same remedy may not work for all, due to different skin types. Oily skin needs an excellent recipe that can remove excess oil and open up skin pores.

Apple cider vinegar and rose water both can be used for this purpose.

Cleansing, astringent and skin tightening ability of ACV helps to remove oil from the face.

Rose water is used to dilute ACV, as a high concentration of ACV may irritate your sensitive skin.

Take 30ml of rose water and 5 ml of apple cider vinegar. Mix thoroughly and apply it over prewashed face. Beauty experts recommend applying it twice per day.

You can store excess toner at room temperature for 20-30 days. However, it’s preferred to make a small quantity for a week use.

#6. Fuller’s Earth and Rose Water for Acne Scars

Multani mitti or fuller’s earth is prominent for its beauty benefits. It helps to remove excess oil and impurities piled over your skin.

Healing abilities housed in this natural ingredient will lighten appearance of scars and make your skin glow.

Mix required amount of fuller’s earth with rose water to obtain smooth paste.
Wash your face or expose it towards steam to open blocked skin pores.
Apply the mixed paste on acne affected skin and allow it to dry naturally for 15 minutes.
You can apply it as a spot treatment on acne lesions.
Rinse it off with water.

Moisturize your face with rose water after this face mask treatment.

#7. Rose Water and Baking Soda

Exfoliating property of baking soda removes impurities and excess sebum accumulated on your face.

Its anti-inflammatory ability is known to reduce acne inflammation and redness on your face.

Further it helps to cleanse skin pores and stimulate regeneration of skin cells by peeling outer layer.

Take 2 teaspoons of baking soda and mix it with rose water.
Now, apply the obtained paste on prewashed face.
Allow it to dry naturally for 15-20 minutes and then rinse it off with water.

Patch test before applying baking soda on your sensitive skin, it may irritate your skin.

Related post: How to get rid of pimples using baking soda?

What is Rose Water Made Of?

Rose water is a byproduct of distilling rose petals for essential oil known as rose attar.

Workers collect rose petals and crush them in a copper pot.
Petals are now covered with water and heated for few hours, steam in collected in a cooling flask through a valve.
This steam carries essential oil of rose and water. 20% of it is essential oil (rose oil) and 80% is water mixed with essential oil.
This water is known as rose water.

Rose water stays in its stay in room temperature. In Greece and Turkey rose water is used as a flavor in some foods.

You can also make your own rosewater at home. Make sure you choose organic rose petals. Check the process here.

Brief History of Rose Water

I know you’re interested in history.

Persian scientist named Avicenna in 10^th century discovered this effective natural ingredient. In the Middle Ages, the rose water is used to wash hand before eating.

Cleopatra, who is known for her beauty was huge fan of authentic rose water. Even Shakespeare wrote about her affinity with this wonderful water.

Traditional use of rose water include to treat various ailments like constipation, indigestion, redness, swelling and to ease menstrual bleeding.

Aromatherapy use rose water to get rid of headaches, reduce blood pressure and to calm nerves.

People in India, China and the Middle East use rose water for culinary purposes. (Source)

Important Tips

Start with simple recipe, by applying rose water toner to treat acne lesions.
Ingredients that trigger tingling or burning sensation must be avoided.
Avoid squeezing acne lesions, it worsens the condition and leaves scar on your face.
Research says that acne is also triggered due to stress, so avoid stress.
Have patience while trying to treat acne. It takes time.
Food that triggers acne must be avoided.
Chemical incorporated creams that may damage your skin must be prevented.
You can use cosmetic creams that include rose water.
Feel free to try these recipes on back acne and chest acne.
Do consult a physician if problem persists.

Most important thing, beauty isn’t just about looks. Remember it. J

Did you ever use rose water for acne? Share your experience in comments.

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9 Benefits of Papaya for Skin, Face and Acne (Papita Facial Benefits)

ByMoin Nex

This sweet spear-shaped fruit is delicious as well as nutritious. Normally available throughout the year and it’s about 7 inches long. Here, I’ll discuss on benefits of papaya for skin/face.

Though am not sure why Christopher Columbus called papaya “the fruit of angels”, I like this fruit for it has many beauty and health benefits. Most important one for me is a digestive benefit. 🙂

Papaya has a bunch of nutrients which are important to keep functioning of your body. Anyway, am not going to bore you writing all those health benefits now, just want to share few papaya facial benefits.

Before that let’s see what all the vitamins and proteins this tropical fruit has.

Is Papaya Good for Skin?

Papaya is a rich source of vitamin C, folate and vitamin A (carotenoids).

In addition, it’s a good source of dietary fiber like magnesium, potassium, copper and vitamin K.

An enzyme called papain is present in fruit as well as in other parts of the tree. This enzyme helps to dissolves inactive proteins and helps in treating digestion problems.

Vitamin A and Papain residing in this fruit helps to eliminate dead cells and restrains free radicals.
It also exhibits antioxidant ability that helps to reduce wrinkles and fine lines.
Papain, as mentioned above, is packed with the high exfoliating property that can cleanse your face.
Alpha hydroxyl acids in this fruit break proteins and also dissolves dead cells.
Hydrating ability exhibited by its nutrients can remove dry itchy patches and make your skin supple.
An exceptional enzyme in papaya helps to lighten the appearance of acne scars and dark spots on your skin.
Assorted nutrients in this natural ingredient can rejuvenate your skin and repair aged skin cells.
Prominent for its healing benefits, Papain fastens the healing process and restrain bacterial infection.
Anti-inflammatory properties housed in papaya help to reduce acne inflammation.
Essential vitamins residing in the fruit enhance collagen production and improve elastin.
Papain, an enzyme present in papaya helps to remove unwanted facial hair.
Vitamin A acts as an antioxidant which protects your skin from free radicals. These free radicals may damage skin cells.
Also for skin firming, scar treating and for reducing wrinkles antioxidant plays vital role.

Now, without ado let me list out few important and amazing benefits of delicious papaya has for the skin.

Amazing Benefits of Papaya (Papita) for Skin, Face, and Acne

This delicious fruit is packed with numerous components that are essential for your skin, hair, and health.

To reap all its nutritional values, many cosmetic companies started incorporating this ingredient into their creams.

#1. Hydrates Your Skin

As mentioned above, enzymes residing in papaya help to remove all dry flaky skin from your face.

Moisturizing your skin is essential to improve its functioning and protect it from harmful irritants.

Low sodium quality of papaya helps keep your skin hydrated.

To the mask more effective, mix honey to it.

Mash ½ cup of ripe papaya into a smooth
Add 1 teaspoon of raw honey to it.
Mix thoroughly and apply it over the prewashed
Leave it to dry naturally for 20 minutes and then rinse it off with water.

Apart from topical application, ingesting papaya will improve your skin texture. Blend it with watermelon or cucumber to make a smoothie.

#2. Papaya Facial Benefits – Skin Brightening

Papain and vitamin C housed in this fruit helps to lighten the appearance of dark spots and improves your skin complexion.

It is packed with natural bleaching abilities.

Keep it simple.

Peel ripe papaya and gently rub the fleshy part of your face, neck, and legs.
Let it dry naturally.
Rinse it off after 10 minutes. Repeat this simple recipe thrice in a week.

Alternatively, you can try lemon juice.

Mash ½ cup of ripe papaya with few teaspoons of lemon juice.
Mix both ingredients well and apply it over the prewashed
Leave it for 30 minutes and then rinse it off with water.

People with sensitive skin can replace lemon juice with vitamin E oil, honey, and plain yogurt.

These ingredients are packed with essential vitamins that can benefit your skin.

#3. Papaya for Acne

Researchers hold inflammation, hormonal imbalance and excess sebum production for acne blemishes.

Anti-inflammatory ability residing in papaya helps to reduce acne inflammation and its vitamin fade acne scars.

Papain is said to remove excess sebum clogged in skin pores and cleanse dead cells from the skin.

Wash your face with lukewarm water to open clogged skin pores.
Pat dry and apply papaya juice using a cotton ball.
Instead, you can just run a small piece of papaya on acne affected skin.
Rinse it off with normal water after 10 minutes.

This homemade recipe will prevent acne and reduce inflammation.

#4. Fades Skin Spots

Skin whitening ability exhibited by Papain helps to fade dark spots, age spots and to remove sun tan.

Mix 1 tablespoon of lemon juice with a ½ tablespoon of raw honey and ½ cup of mashed papaya.
Apply the obtained mask on prewashed face and leave it to dry naturally for 15 minutes.
Rinse it off with water.

Repeat this process 3 to 4 times in a week.

#5. Papaya for Wrinkles

Regular eating of papaya controls premature aging.

Vitamin A residing in this fruit help to remove dead cells and make the skin soft. Alpha hydroxyl acids in this innate ingredient help to dissolve dead cells. Vitamin E and C rejuvenate your skin to make it look younger.

Mash ½ ripe papaya thoroughly till you obtain a smooth
Add few drops of raw honey and 1 tbsp of milk to the paste.
Though looks delicious don’t lick it.
Apply it on your face in circular motion.
Allow it to dry naturally for 15 minutes and then rinse it off with water.

#6. Heals Your Cracked Heels

Cracked heels result in inflamed, flaky, itchy and bleeding skin, the hydrating property of papaya help to heal cracked heels and reduce inflammation.

Mash 1 cup of ripe papaya to make a smooth
Apply it on prewashed cracked heels.
Leave it to dry naturally for 15 minutes and then rinse it off.
Apply olive oil to moisturize and wear socks.

Before applying this mask, wash your feet with a pumice stone to remove impurities.

#7. Papaya to Remove Unwanted Facial Hair

When you topically apply the mask on cracked heels, Papain residing in papaya weakens hair follicles and prevents its growth.

For this experts recommend selecting raw papaya.

Mash raw papaya in the required amount and mix 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder to it.
Apply thoroughly mixed mask on prewashed face.
Allow it to dry for 15 minutes.
Remove the mask with lukewarm water and wet cloth.

Repeat this once in a week.

#8. Papaya to Remove Tan

Vitamin A, C & Papain packed in papaya help to lighten your skin complexion and remove tan.

Mash 4 cubes of ripe papaya.
Add ½ tablespoons of turmeric powder and 1 tbsp of raw honey to it.
Mix well and apply it over the affected
Leave it to dry for 20 minutes and then rinse it off with water.

#9. Treats Melasma

Melasma is formed due to internal and external factors. Essential vitamins and minerals housed in papaya help to exfoliate your skin and make it smooth.

Mash ripe papaya and apply it over melasma affected skin.

Rinse it off with water after 20 minutes.

How to Use Papaya for Skin?

As mentioned above you can either consume it or make a face mask and apply it on the skin.

Get some fresh papaya and mash them, mix 2 tbsp of honey to the paste. Now apply this paste on your face or on any other part of the body.
Mixing mashed papaya with milk cream can help hydrate your skin from the outside.
For skin tightening, mix mashed papaya with honey, rice flour and apply it on face and body.

The Ultimate Papaya Face Pack Recipe

Get ripe papaya and mash it. Mix honey, lemon, and yogurt to it.
After mixing it thoroughly apply it on the face.
Rinse it off with water after 15-20 minutes.

There are endless benefits of papaya for skin; you can share your experience with this spherically shaped fruit in comments.

Tips

Excess consumption of this delicious fruit can damage the esophagus.
Black seeds in papaya must be avoided, as excess consumption of these seeds can result in paralysis.
People those who are prescribed by anti-blood clotting medications must avoid ingesting papaya as they may interact with each other.
If you’re allergic to ingredients of above face mask or papaya, then avoid using it.
Breastfeeding and pregnant women must avoid excess consumption of papaya.
Consume ripe and sliced papaya within a day or two.

To reap benefits of papaya for skin, you can either ingest or topically apply it on the face. Beauty experts, however recommend the topical application for papaya facial benefits.

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15+ Amazing Uses of Alum for Skin, Acne and Skin Whitening

ByMoin Nex

uses of alum

The word alum reminds you of shaving cuts, however, benefits or alum uses aren’t just confined to men.

Antiseptic properties housed in alum combat razor burns and soothe them. Packed with essential nutrients you can use alum for acne and skin whitening.

Based on the chemical compounds there are different types of alum. But the one with potassium, aluminum, and sulfate (potassium alum) is commonly used in households.

You can get alum in blocks at a local store. Extensive uses of alum include purification of water, treating canker sores, acne, healing shaving cuts, reducing mouth odor and heal cracked heels.

What is Alum?

It is known as fitkari or phitkari in Hindi, patikaram in Tamil and patika in Telugu.

Alums are double sulfate salts and it’s a combination of various elements like potassium or ammonium.

Potassium alum is the most commonly available alum available in the market. Its scientific name is potassium aluminum sulfate.

15+ Amazing Benefits of Alum for Skin

Alum uses will blow your mind. You can use this chemical compound in your day to day life. Check out below listed benefits.

Don’t skip, read the article. 😉

#1. Alum for Acne

Acne is the most common skin disorder and it’s near to impossible to prevent them.

Experts hold hormonal imbalance, inflammation, and excess sebum to cause this skin ailment.

There are lots of home available remedies to treat pimples and reduce inflammation. With its antiseptic and cooling properties, alum powder can be used as a face mask to get rid of pimples.

Ingredients:

Alum powder – 1 teaspoon
Multani mitti – 2 teaspoons
Egg white

Directions to use alum for pimples:

Mix egg white, fuller’s earth (Multani mitti) with alum powder and add required amount of rose water.
Conduct a patch test before applying it over the face.
Wash your face with lukewarm water to open blocked skin pores.
Pat dry and apply the mixed face mask evenly.
Allow it to dry naturally for 15 minutes and then rinse it off with water.

#2. Alum for Wrinkles

Due to internal or external factors, your skin loses elasticity resulting in wrinkles and fine lines.

They spoil your appearance and show pre-aging signs. Renowned agents residing in alum block can help you in fading wrinkles.

How to use:

Wet alum blocks in water and rub it over prewashed face for few seconds.
Repeated use will tighten your skin and treat wrinkles.
Rinse it off with water and apply moisturizer.

#3. Alum for Cracked Heels

Cracked heels are common and are associated with the cosmetic problem. If not taken care, it may turn to a painful problem.

With dry thick skin cracked heels are accompanied by redness, itching, and inflammation. To restrain bleeding and relieve pain try alum block as a soothing remedy.

How to use:

Heat the alum block in a pan until you get a crumbly
Let it cool down and finely ground the mixture.
Mix the powdered alum with coconut oil and apply it over the cracked heels.
Regularly apply this paste on affected parts.

#4. Alum for Canker Sores

alum powder for canker sores
Unlike cold sores, canker sores are white or yellow colored patches bordered by the red area.

These painful ulcers appear on tongue, lips, throat and inside mouth.

Acidic food, vitamin deficiency, allergic reaction, hormones, smoking, emotional stress, injury, oral cancer and certain medication are held responsible for canker sores. (Source)

How to use:

Place small blocks of alum over canker sores.
If you can’t withstand it burning sensation, mix it with water and add a little salt to rinse the mouth.

#5. Alum for Eye Abscess

Abscess is caused by inflammation of hair follicles, injuries, punctures and due to blockage of sebaceous glands and sweat. Middle of the abscess is filled with pus and debris. This pink to red colored tender mass can’t be treated without removing the pus.

How to use:

Alum paste helps to burst the mass same day when applied.
Rub alum block on sandalwood by adding little water.
Collect the obtained paste in a bowl and apply topically over the abscess.

#6. Alum for Shaving Cuts

Alum block is commonly used to soothe minor injuries caused by a razor. This old-fashioned remedy used by barbers is packed with same identical ingredients that your shaving deodorants include.

How to use:

Dip it in water and start rubbing on shaved part for soothing effect. Salts packed in alum powder stops bleeding and tighten the skin pores. It has been used as aftershave remedy from centuries.

#7. Alum for Body Odor

When your body releases sweat, the food compounds in sweat attract bacteria which leave an unpleasant smell after feeding on these compounds.

Alum exhibits antiperspirant activity, better than store bought deodorants.

How to use:

Apply alum block on prewashed arms on alternate days. Antibacterial and antiseptic properties residing in alum will fight and restrain bacterial infection.

You can mix it with rose water and apply it underarms.

#8. Purifying Water

Yes, you can use this home available ingredient to purify water.

When added to water, it reacts with bicarbonate alkalinities residing in water to form a gelatinous precipitate. It attracts other fine particles towards the bottom of the container.

How to use:

Take some alum block with you when you’re out on a trip. Drop 1gm of powdered alum into muddy water, after few minutes you’ll see mud particles settle down and clear water comes up.

#9. Alum for Removing Hair

Hair acts as an insulator and protects your body. However, they also ruin your physical appearance.

Unwanted facial hair can be easily removed using alum and rose water.

Ingredients:

Alum powder – ½ teaspoon
Rose water – 2-3 tablespoons
Olive oil – few drops

Directions:

Mix alum powder and rose water. Use a spoon to completely dissolve alum.
Apply this lotion on your face or on unwanted hair.
Leave it for few minutes to dry and then again apply the lotion.
Repeat the process 3-4 times and then rinse it off using cotton or tissue paper.
Apply olive oil to moisturize after this face mask treatment.

#10. Use Alum to Remove Lice

Lice are a sign of bad hygiene. Nobody wants to be with a person who has lice.

Apart from hydrating your scalp with natural oils, you can use alum to get rid of this issue.

How to use:

Mix little-powdered alum with tea tree oil and water, apply it over scalp and rinse it off.
If you experience hair fall after using this remedy then limit the use of alum powder or reach your doctor.

#11. Alum Uses for Hemorrhoid

Hemorrhoid is a common health problem. In this condition, rectal veins get swollen.

Increase in anal pressure, sitting for long hours, diarrhea and lifting heavy objects are main causes of hemorrhoids.

Not sure if this remedy can completely treat piles.

But, to some extent, you can get relief (suggested by a doctor). Mix a small quantity of alum powder in lukewarm water taken in a tub and sit in for 5-10 minutes. Alum is good at treating hemorrhoids.

#12. To Rinse Gums and Mouth Odor

Mix a small quantity of alum in water and rinse in the mouth. Overdose can harm you.

#13. Alum for Skin Whitening

External and internal factors like impurities, excess sun exposure, certain creams, skin ailments and overproduction of melanin results in hyperpigmentation or dark spots.

Huge list of beauty creams that claim to improve your skin complexion includes chemical ingredients, which isn’t good for your skin.

Instead, home remedies are effective and inexpensive compared to cosmetic creams.

How to use:

Rub alum block over face alternate days to get rid of skin discoloration.
Or you can use it as face mask mixed with Multani mitt and water.

You can use alum to get rid of dark circles.

Mix 1 teaspoon of alum powder with 2 teaspoons of rose water.
Take a cotton ball and apply on dark circles.
Avoid eye contact, as it may burn your eyes.

#14. Use it in Bath

If your surroundings are unhygienic and impure, mix a small quantity of alum powder to bathtub to restrain the bacterial infection.

#15. Tightens the Vagina

Exceptional properties in alum block can tighten the vagina walls. But it’s not safe to use for a long time, as it may damage vaginal tissues and dry them.

I hope there are much more uses of alum for skin, acne, and health. But remember not to use it internally or in higher dosage.

Alum Powder for Athletes Foot

Antimicrobial ability packed in alum can effectively restrain bacterial infection and treat athlete’s foot.

Mix 2 teaspoons of alum powder with 4 tsp of rose water. Apply it on the affected part using a cotton ball. Allow it to dry naturally.

Or you can soak your feet in a tub of lukewarm water mixed with alum powder for 15 minutes.

Conclusion

Uses of alum include in the wool industry, as a dye fixative, purification of industrial waste, to dissolve steel tool bits, cosmetic industries, flame retardant, medicine, art and for culinary purposes.

Did I miss any uses of alum for skin or health? Share in comments.

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Acne

How to Use Sesame Oil for Acne and Acne Scars – 5 DIY Recipes

ByMoin Nex

Beauty cream may not go well on your sensitive skin, as they may irritate and cause over dryness. Natural remedies like sesame oil for acne can be your effective weapon in the arsenal to fight blemishes.

Along with their hectic college schedule, teenagers have to combat blackheads or acne lesions. It is one of the common skin ailments affecting about 80 percent of people between the age group of 11 to 30.

Scientists and cosmetic industries are consistently working hard to bring a solution for these bumps.

But, home remedies stand undisputed at the top of all treatments because they’ve no side effects compared to cosmetic creams.

Most of us know that beauty products are manufactured with chemical ingredients to increase their shelf life, which can trigger allergic reaction on the skin.

What Causes Acne?

According to researchers excess sebum, dead cells and bacteria are three culprits responsible for pimples. Report further states that inflammation is the main reason for this hormonal imbalance. Whatever the reason, they ruin your appearance leaving behind scars.

Anti-inflammatory activity in sesame oil does a great job in controlling acne inflammation. Its antibacterial effect can successfully fight with P.acnes bacteria. All you’ve to do is apply it over affected part and wait for its nutrients to effect.

What is Sesame Oil?

Sesame oil is yellow colored oil which is extracted from sesame seeds. It is light, warm and neutral-wet oil with medium density.

Reports state that sesame plant is oldest cultivated crop in Babylon. Now, India and China stands at the top in production of this crop.

Sesame seeds are naturally packed with 50 percent of oil and 25 percent of proteins. Apart from healing this oil has extensive use in culinary purposes.

Is Sesame Oil Good for Acne?

Nutrients like vitamin E, B-complex, vitamin D, calcium, and phosphorus are housed in this essential oil.

Antioxidant agents in sesame oil help to fight free radicals that damage cell membrane.
Anti-inflammatory property reduces acne inflammation.
Antibacterial activity thwarts bacterial infection and thus helps to get rid of acne blemishes.
Sesamol housed in the oil helps to prevent wrinkles, reduce oxidative stress and rejuvenate your skin.
Exceptional healing properties fasten the healing process of pimples and enhance collagen production.
Linoleic acid residing in this oil help to moisturize your skin.
Solvents in sesame oil reduce the excess production of sebum.
Massaging your skin with this oil will increase blood circulation and clear toxins.
Vitamin E, D and B complex packed in sesame oil helps to lighten the appearance of acne scars.
The high viscosity of this oil helps to penetrate deep into the skin.
Assorted nutrients in the oil help to protect your skin from harmful UV rays.
Fatty acids like linoleic acid and palmitic acid exhibit antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.

Apart from treating acne, this innate remedy will make your skin supple and protects it from UV rays.

How to Use Sesame Oil for Acne and Acne Scars?

One of the easiest ways to use this innate ingredient is to dip a cotton ball in sesame oil and apply it over acne affected skin.

However, beauty experts recommend blending other natural ingredients to make the remedy effective.

#1. Sesame Oil to Treat Acne

Dead cells and impurities are piled over your skin, wipe them out initially. Use natural exfoliator like gram flour mask or oatmeal face mask.
Expose acne bumps to steam or wash them with lukewarm water. So that blocked pores open up to take the oil in it.
Use a soft cloth to pat dry and apply sesame oil with a cotton ball.
Leave it for 15-20 minutes and then rinse it off. (You can leave it overnight and wash in the morning)

Repeat the process till you see positive results. It may take 4-5 weeks to see the result.

Alternatively, use sesame oil as a spot treatment on acne lesions. Repeatedly massaging your skin will lighten the appearance of acne scars.

#2 Apple Cider Vinegar and Sesame Oil

Antibacterial and antiseptic abilities packed in ACV helps to thwart acne causing bacteria. Apart from this, an anti-inflammatory property exhibited by this ingredient helps to reduce acne inflammation.

Dilute 4 tbsp of apple cider vinegar with 4 tbsp of water.
Add 5 tbsp of sesame oil to the above solution.
Stir thoroughly and apply it on pre-washed
Allow it to dry naturally for 15-20 minutes.

#3. Turmeric and Sesame Oil for Acne Scars

Curcumin is an active compound in turmeric powder that exhibits antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that effectively treat acne blemishes.

Healing properties of turmeric help to lighten the appearance of acne scars.

Mix 8 tbsp of turmeric powder with 5 tbsp of sesame oil.
Expose your face towards steam to open blocked skin pores.
Pat dry and apply the face mask evenly all over the face.
You can also use this face mask as spot acne treatment.
After 15-20 minutes, rinse it off with water.

#4. Sesame Oil and Rice Flour

Vitamins and minerals present in rice flour help to remove excess oil from the skin and also lighten the appearance of acne scars.

Tyrosinase is a compound in rice flour that is known to regulate melanin production and make your skin radiant.

Mix 1 tablespoon of rice flour with the required amount of sesame oil.
Wash your face to remove impurities.
Pat dry with a soft cloth.
Apply the mixed paste on the face and leave it to dry for 15 minutes.
Moisturize with rose water after this face mask treatment.

#5. Eucalyptus Oil, Sesame Oil, and Brown Sugar

Brown sugar is renowned for its exfoliating ability. This face mask recipe will remove impurities and excess oil from your face.

However, don’t be harsh while applying the mask.

Add 2 teaspoons of sesame oil and 10 drops of eucalyptus oil to 2 tablespoons of brown sugar.
Apply it over the skin gently.
After 15-20 minutes, rinse it off with water.

Apart from this, green tea, honey, and drinking of excess water will do wonders to your skin. Change your lifestyle and you’ll notice the positive change on your skin.

Tips

While cleansing or exfoliating, be gentle to avoid inflammation.
Don’t squeeze or pinch your pimples, it will leave scars on your face.
Be careful while shaving on acne affected part.
Cosmetic creams and ingredients that you use must be non-comedogenic, as it will not block skin pores.
Avoid eating foods that can trigger acne blemishes.
Drink enough water and ingest vitamin rich diet to make improve the overall functioning of your skin.
Ingredients that may irritate your skin must be avoided.

Did you ever use sesame oil for acne? Please share your recipe in comments.

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Acne

How to Use Flaxseed Oil for Acne – 7 DIY Methods Included (No.3 is Best)

ByMoin Nex

flaxseed oil for acne

Antioxidants, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids are essential for healthy functioning of your skin and these nutrients can be found in flaxseed. Here you’ll learn about benefits of flaxseed oil for acne.

You’re not alone.

Nearly about 85 percent people are suffering from acne blemishes. Researchers hold hormonal imbalance, excess sebum, dead cells and bacteria for this chronic skin ailment.

Why shouldn’t you use steroid creams?

Not just steroid creams, even cosmetic products that claim to treat acne are packed with chemical preservatives.

Though they include extracts of natural ingredients to entice customers, regular usage may strip natural moisture from the skin.

Instead, assorted vitamins and minerals packed in natural ingredients can do wonders on your skin. Flaxseed oil is one such remedy.

Is Flaxseed Oil Good for Acne?

It’s a powder house for manganese, magnesium, vitamin B1 and omega-3 fatty acids. Internal and topical usage of flax seeds can improve your overall health.

But, in case of acne, beauty experts recommend the topical application.

Note: Flaxseed oil isn’t for all skin types. People with oily skin must use it with caution.

Antioxidants housed in this innate oil help to restrain free radicals and reduce oxidative stress.
Studies state that use of omega-3 fatty acids in treating acne can be effective.
Assorted nutrients in flaxseed oil help to cleanse impurities and unclog skin pores.
Anti-inflammatory ability exhibited by fatty acids help to reduce acne inflammation.
University of Maryland Medical Center also states that this oil can reduce stress, which is one of the major factors for acne blemishes.
According to Herb Wisdom website, flaxseed oil can also regulate the excess production of sebum to prevent acne.
Lignans is a phytoestrogen found in flaxseed oil has an impact on hormone related issues. Thus can reduce acne, which is also caused by hormonal imbalance.
Alpha linolenic acid found in omega-3 fatty acids is known to inhibit tumor growth and promote healthy functioning of your skin.

Studies show that most Americans take foods that are rich in omega-6 fatty acids, which promote inflammation. Experts recommend taking a balanced diet with both omega-3&6 fatty acids.

Also read: How to Use Black Seed Oil for Acne

How to Use Flaxseed Oil for Acne?

You need time and some flaxseed oil to start.

One of the easiest ways is to wash your face, pat dry and apply this oil evenly.

As same recipe may not work for all skin types, beauty experts recommend blending other natural ingredients to make the recipe more effective.

#1. Flaxseed Oil and Avocado Oil

Anti-inflammatory property residing in avocado helps to reduce acne inflammation. Vitamin E and antioxidants present in this ingredient help to fight bacteria and free radicals.

Avocado oil easily gets penetrated into your skin.

Mix required an amount of flaxseed oil with avocado oil.
Wash your face with lukewarm water to open blocked skin pores.
Pat dry and apply the mixed mask evenly all over the face.
Leave it to dry naturally for 15 minutes and then rinse it off.

#2. Flaxseed Seeds Face Mask

Flaxseed oil is extracted from its seeds. You can use the grounded flaxseed mask to treat ailments.

Ingredients:

Water – 3 teaspoons
Grounded flax seeds – 1 tsp

Method:

Ground flax seeds in a blender to form smooth
Add required amount of water.
Scoop the mask with your clean fingers and then start applying it on acne affected face.
Allow the mask to dry naturally for 15 minutes.
Rinse it off with water.

#3. Flaxseed Oil to Treat Acne

As mentioned above, you can just use this natural oil derived from flax seeds directly.

Initially, cleanse your face to remove impurities and dead cells.

Beauty experts also recommend exposing the face to steam, so that skin pores open up.

Pat dry with a clean cloth and take the required amount of flaxseed oil in your palm.

Using your clean fingers apply the oil on acne affected skin. Allow the oil to dry naturally.

Best time to apply this ingredient is before bed. Rinse it off with normal water in the morning.

#4. Flaxseed Mask for Cleansing

Exfoliating ability of this ingredient can make your skin free from dead cells and excess oil.

Dip a cotton ball in flaxseed oil and apply it on the acne affected skin. Use it to wipe impurities.

Alternatively, you can mix grounded flax seeds with egg white. Apply the mask on acne affected face and leave it to dry naturally for 15 minutes.

#5. Flaxseed, Lemon, and Honey

Instead of flaxseed oil, you can use its seeds to treat acne.

Lemon is packed with antibacterial properties that can fight P.acnes bacteria. Topical application of this ingredient also helps to reduce acne scars.

Honey is prominent for having anti-inflammatory properties. Healing activity exhibited by this innate ingredient can lighten the appearance of scars.

Soak flax seeds overnight in a bowl.
Grind the flax seeds to make a paste.
Add 2 teaspoons of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of raw honey to the paste.
Mix thoroughly and apply it over pre-washed
Allow the face mask to dry naturally for 15 minutes.
Rinse it off with water.

#6. Rose Water, Blue Clay and Flax seeds

Rose water is renowned to have antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and hydrating properties that are essential to treat acne.

Blue clay is helpful to remove impurities and control excess sebum on the skin.

Grind flax seeds like mentioned above.
Add 1 teaspoon of blue clay to the paste.
Also, add required amount of rose water to make the mask more effective.
Apply the paste evenly on your face and rinse it off after 10-15 minutes.

Do this twice or thrice in a week.

#7. Flaxseed Oil

Instead of topical application, you can actually ingest things natural ingredient to treat acne.

Though the topical application is more beneficial, consuming this oil will help to thwart toxins in the body.

Add 1 teaspoon of flaxseed oil to water and drink it.

You can also add this natural oil to your diet and make your food more nutritious.

So, the list goes on. Other ingredients that you can mix with flax seeds are turmeric, gram flour, and your favorite essential oil.

Tips

Before applying these recipes, make sure you’re not allergic to any of its ingredients.
If you feel irritated after using these recipes, then stop using them and reach your physician.
Acne is normal and you don’t have to worry.
Avoid squeezing acne blemishes; they will leave a scar on your face.
Wear sunscreen cream while going out.
Stick to one recipe for 4-5 weeks to see positive results.
Drink enough water to hydrate your skin internally and to remove toxins from the body.
Ingest vitamin rich foods that have the ability to fight acne.
Foods that trigger acne blemishes must be avoided.

Did you ever use flaxseed oil for acne treatment? Share your recipe in comments.

Acne

How to Use Carrot Seed Oil for Skin, Wrinkles and Skin Lightening

ByMoin Nex

carrot seed oil for skin, skin lightening

Carrot seed oil is derived through a steam distillation process of dried Daucus carota seeds (a wild carrot). Similarly, carrot oil (carrier oil) is extracted from roots of similar carrot. In this article, you’ll learn about benefits of carrot seed oil for skin.

Everyone desires to have supple and spotless skin, which can’t be achieved by cosmetic creams. Because these media promoted products are incorporated with chemical ingredients that strip natural oil from your skin.

Is Carrot Seed Oil Good for Skin?

Both essential and carrier oils of this wild carrot are prominent for reducing wrinkles, treating acne and skin whitening abilities.

Carrot seed essential oil is packed with carotenoids, which exhibits antioxidant ability. It helps to reduce wrinkles, fine lines, and oxidative stress.
Scientist state that carotol packed in this oil exhibit moisturizing, vitamin C and vitamin E
Topical application of this oil will help to regulate excess sebum production and help to get rid of oily skin.
Its exceptional healing ability soothes minor sunburns, restore damaged skin cells and promote cell regeneration.
Carrot seed oil is packed with the anti-inflammatory property that can help to reduce inflammation triggered due to ailments.
Topical application of this essential oil (blend it any carrier oil) can make your skin firm and shrink large skin pores.
Dark spots, scars, stretch marks and other skin disorders on your skin can be reduced with the topical application of this natural ingredient.
Skin whitening and moisturizing abilities packed in carrot seed essential oil are helpful to obtain radiant skin.

DIY Recipes: Carrot Seed Oil for Skin

Beauty experts say that direct application of essential oil isn’t recommended, as it can irritate your sensitive skin.

Oils that can you blend with carrot seed essential oil are bergamot, cedarwood, cinnamon, fennel, rosemary, geranium, lime, orange sweet and frankincense.

Below listed are different recipes, choose the one that suits your skin type.

#1 Carrot Seed Oil for Skin Lightening

In this recipe, you’ll need

4 drops of lemon oil
2 tablespoons of argan oil
7 drops of carrot seed oil

Rich in antioxidant, argan oil can effectively reduce wrinkles. It’s exfoliating and moisturizing ability helps to obtain glowing skin.

Topical application of lemon oil will help to improve your skin complexion. It also nourishes your skin and makes it supple.

Procedure:

Mix all listed ingredients and shift it to the amber dropper bottle.
Wash your face and apply 2-3 drops of this lotion regularly before going to bed.
Rinse it off in the morning.

#2 Carrot Seed Oil and Almond Oil

Vitamin A, B, and E housed in almond oil can hydrate, rejuvenate and nourish your skin. It un-clog your blocked skin pores and promotes collagen production.

It protects your skin from environmental irritants and harmful UV rays.

Procedure:

Mix 1 tbsp of carrot seed oil with 1 tbsp of almond oil in a bowl.
Wash your face and pat dry using a dry
Now gently massage this lotion over the face and around the neck.
Leave it to dry for 15-20 minutes.
Rinse it off.

#3 Carrot Seed Oil for Wrinkles

In this recipe, you need 200 ml of pomegranate oil and carrot seed oil.

Pomegranate oil is renowned for its hydrating and soothing abilities. Antioxidant ability exhibited by this oil can effectively reduce the appearance of wrinkles on your face.

It also protects your skin from irritants and harmful UV rays.

Procedure:

Take carrot seed oil and pomegranate oil in equal quantities.
Mix them and add 10 ml of vitamin E oil to make it perfect for your dry skin.
Apply this homemade mask over pre-washed face and rinse it off after 20 minutes.
Repeat the process twice or thrice in a week.

#4 Cucumber, Beetroot, and Carrot Seed Oil

Cucumber is renowned for its watery rich content. It can effectively soothe and hydrate your skin. Healing ability of this home ingredient can treat ailments like acne and eczema.

Vitamins and minerals residing in beet juice help to improve your complexion and fade dark spots. Internal consumption and topical application both are beneficial for your skin. (Source)

Procedure:

Mash cucumber and beetroot to collect the juice in a bowl.
Mix 4 tbsp of cucumber juice, 4 tbsp of beet juice and ½ tbsp of carrot seed oil in a bowl.
Wash your face and apply this face mask evenly all over the face.
Leave it to dry for 15-20 minutes and then rinse it off with normal cold water.

#5 Lemon Juice and Carrot Seed Oil

Lemon is packed with bleaching, cleansing, and antibacterial abilities. Vitamins residing in this innate ingredient can improve the elasticity of your skin.

However, excess use of lemon juice can make your skin sensitive.

Procedure:

Take ½ teaspoon of carrot seed oil and mix few drops of lemon juice to it.
Also, add ½ tsp of brown sugar and 2 tbsp of distilled water.
Optionally, mix 3 drops of vitamin E oil to this lotion.
Apply it over pre-washed face and leave it to dry naturally.

#6 Carrot Seed Oil for Acne

Jojoba oil is prominent for its ability to treat acne and control excess sebum production. It tricks your skin to produce less sebum and this helps to get rid of oily skin.

It’s antibacterial and anti-inflammatory abilities help to treat chronic skin ailments like acne, eczema, and psoriasis. (Source)

Procedure:

Mix 2 tablespoons of carrot seed oil with 1 tablespoon of jojoba oil.
Apply this mixed solution on pre-washed
Rinse it off with water after 20 minutes.

Before applying the mask, expose your face to steam to open blocked skin pores.

#7 Carrot Seed Oil and Rosehip Oil

Rosehip seed oil is packed with vitamin A, vitamin C, fatty acids, gamma linolenic acid, vitamin E, and D.

Topical application of this oil helps to protect your skin from wrinkles, eczema, acne and other skin disorders. (Source)

Procedure:

Mix all these ingredients 1 tablespoon of rosehip seed oil, ½ tbsp of jojoba oil, ½ tbsp of pomegranate oil, 10 drops of vitamin E oil, 10 drops of lavender oil, 2 drops of carrot seed oil and 3 drops of helichrysum (Source)
Mix thoroughly and apply it over pre-washed
Use this lotion regularly before going to bed.

Tips on Using Carrot Seed Oil for Skin

As mentioned high concentration of these ingredients may irritate your skin. So, patch test before applying it on the face.
Moisturize your skin with rose water or olive oil after this face mask treatment.
Include vitamin rich diet to make your skin healthy internally.
Watery rich fruits and vegetables are good for your skin.
Excess use of chemical included creams isn’t good for your skin.
Do regular exercise and avoid stress.

Home remedies

12 Benefits of Glycerin for Skin, Acne and Wrinkles

ByMoin Nex

glycerin for skin, acne and wrinkles

Glycerin looks humble, but nutrients packed in this colorless liquid can’t be replaced with any other product. In this article, you’ll know about benefits of glycerin for skin.

Prominent for its healing and moisturizing abilities, glycerin is one of the vital ingredients in beauty products.

Apart from its cosmetic benefits, glycerin can be used to treat minor health woes. This sweet tasting and viscous liquid is non-toxic. So you can give this odorless ingredient a try.

Jump to: Glycerin Face Mask Recipes

Is Glycerin Good for Skin?

Before that…

Why should you go for glycerin when there are a bunch of beauty products available in the aisle? Because these products are incorporated with chemical ingredients that may irritate your skin.

Home ingredients on other hand are packed with essential nutrients that your skin needs and aren’t associated with any serious side-effect.

This viscous liquid is packed with cleansing properties that can wipe dead cells and other pollutants piled over your skin.
Humectant ability exhibited by this odorless liquid is prominent. It locks moisture in the skin and helps to get rid of dry skin.
Topical application of glycerin can shrink your large pores and make your skin firm.
Assorted nutrients in this home available liquid can thwart skin ailments like acne, psoriasis, and eczema. It can effectively reduce blemishes and lighten their appearance.
Vitamins and minerals housed in it form a protective layer over your skin and prevent hyperpigmentation.
It helps to tone and maintain pH level on the skin.
Skin rejuvenating ability of glycerin help to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and exhibit exfoliating property.
Phenylethanol is an active compound in glycerin, which exhibits healing property and stimulates cell regeneration.
Mix glycerin with lemon juice or rosewater to fade dark spots and to obtain radiant skin.

DIY Recipes: Glycerin for Skin, Acne, Wrinkles and Skin Whitening

If you’re done with scrolling, allow me to share few beneficial recipes of this humble liquid that your skin love to have.

The easiest or simple recipe for lazy guys is to wash your face, pat dry and gently massage your skin with glycerin. That’s it.

If you’re serious about your skin, then journey doesn’t end here.

The reason why you need to blend other ingredients with glycerin is to make it more effective so that it suits your skin type.

#1 Glycerin for Acne

It is one of the common skin ailments affecting about 80 percent people between the age group of 11-30. Researchers hold excess sebum, dead cells, bacteria, and inflammation to be main causes of this skin disorder.

Glycerin exhibits the non-comedogenic property that doesn’t cold skin pores. To make it more effective, we’ll mix rosewater and lemon juice with it.

Rosewater is packed with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory abilities that can effectively reduce acne inflammation.

Lemon is also packed with antibacterial and antimicrobial abilities that treat skin ailments.

How to Use:

Mix required an amount of rosewater with glycerin.
Add 2-3 drops of lemon juice to the lotion.
Expose your face towards steam or wash it with lukewarm water to open blocked skin pores.
Pat dry and apply the mask using a cotton
Rinse it off after 15-20 minutes.

#2 Glycerin for Wrinkles

Aging, low nutritious diet, and environmental factors result in wrinkles or fine lines. Instead of applying chemical filled creams, you can use glycerin and vitamin E oil.

Vitamin E is known to block free radicals that result in wrinkles. It also boosts collagen formation to improve your skin texture. Elastin, which is essential to reduce wrinkles, can be produced by this vitamin.

How to Use:

Puncture 2 vitamin E capsules to collect the oil in a bowl.
Add 1 teaspoon of glycerin to it and mix thoroughly.
Apply this mask using your clean fingers on prewashed face.
Allow it to dry naturally and then rinse it off.

#3 Glycerin for Skin Whitening

We all are exposed to harmful UV rays, pollutants, and impurities. Apart from this, our skin sheds millions of dead cells. These factors turn skin complexion to dark.

Glycerin and rosewater are packed with essential nutrients that can wipe these impurities to make it look radiant.

How to Use:

Mix 1 tsp of lemon juice with the required amount of glycerin.
Also, add 2 tablespoons of rosewater to it.
Mix thoroughly and apply it over prewashed face.
Night is the best time to try this recipe.

#4 Glycerin for Oily Skin

Unlike harsh soaps, glycerin is gentle on your skin. Blend it with rose water to cleanse excess sebum piled over the face.

It’s non-comedogenic property makes it the perfect ingredient for oily and acne-prone skin.

How to Use:

Take equal quantities of rose water and glycerin in a bowl.
Stir well and apply it over prewashed face.
Allow it to dry naturally overnight.
Rinse it off in the morning.

#5 Glycerin for Dry Skin

Dry skin is one among the main causes of skin ailment. Dry skin often leads to itching and inflamed skin.

Researchers state that glycerin is gifted with a tendency to attract moisture. Hydrating and healing ability of glycerin does not just moisturize your skin but it can heal inflamed blemishes.

How to Use:

Make your yummy homemade face mask by mixing required amount of raw honey with 2 tablespoons of glycerin.
Apply this face mask over prewashed face and leave it to dry naturally for 20 minutes.
Rinse it off with water and repeat the process twice or thrice in a week.

#6 Glycerin, Egg White, and Honey

Egg white is prominent to remove blackheads, impurities, and excess sebum. Benefits of honey need no explanation. Humectant, healing and anti-inflammatory abilities of honey are renowned.

How to Use:

Whisk 1 egg white with 1 teaspoon of honey and 1 teaspoon of glycerin.
Wash your face and apply this mask evenly all over the face.
Allow it to dry for 15-20 minutes.
Rinse it off with water.

Optionally, you can apply rosewater after washing this face mask to avoid the foul smell.

#7 Milk and Glycerin for Skin

This recipe is beneficial to cleanse your skin. Your skin is surrounded by various impurities as mentioned above. If you ignore to cleanse it, you’ll have to face skin disorders like dark spots, itching and dark complexion.

How to Use:

Take 3 teaspoons of milk and mix it with 1 teaspoon of glycerin.
Wash your face and apply this face mask using a cotton
Leave to dry and rinse it off after 20 minutes.
Repeat this process regularly for best results.

#8 DIY Recipe of Glycerin for Blackheads

Though blackheads aren’t associated with extreme pain, they ruin your physical appearance. Instead of giving your money run for pricey creams, try glycerin regularly.

How to Use:

Take 1 TBSP of fuller’s earth, 4 TBSP of almond powder and required an amount of glycerin in a bowl.
Mix thoroughly to obtain a smooth paste and apply it over prewashed face.
Allow it for 15-20 minutes and then rinse it off.

#9 Glycerin for Minor Burns

Women spend most of their time in the kitchen and it’s normal that you end with minor burns. Instead of looking for an ointment, this time you can just apply glycerin and relax.

How to Use:

You’ll not have time to mix any ingredient. So, just glycerin is enough for it has healing properties.

#10 Glycerin for Diaper Rash

Yes, it’s humble as it looks. It goes well on your baby’s sensitive skin and it is non-toxic.

How to Use:

Directly apply glycerin over baby’s skin or mix it with 1-2 teaspoons of coconut oil. Don’t make it complex by mixing other ingredients.

#11 Glycerin for Dry Lips

After face, lips make your appearance alluring. Topical application of glycerin removes dead skin from lips, treats mouth ulcers, avoids irritation, treats cracked lips and gives your lips natural pink color.

How to Use:

Mix 2 drops of lemon juice with 1 tablespoon of glycerin.
Apply it over the lips.
Non-toxic nature of glycerin makes it safe for internal consumption.

#12 Treat Mouth Ulcers

Last, but not the least benefit of glycerin for the skin. Canker, ulcers appear in your mouth can be treated by using glycerin.

How to Use:

Mix a pinch of turmeric powder with 1 tbsp of glycerin and apply it over ulcers. Don’t swallow it, hold it for 20 minutes and then wash off.

Important Tips

Beauty experts recommend blending glycerin with rose water or distilled water.
Yes, you can use it directly, but its diluting it will be a great comfort.
Don’t leave glycerin mask on your skin for longer time.
While going out, you must wash off glycerin from your face.
You can alternatively, mix glycerin to your favorite cream to reap its benefits.
Drink enough water to hydrate your skin.
Consume vitamin-rich fruits and vegetables so that your skin becomes healthy internally.
Stay away from chemical incorporated creams and makeup.

Did you ever use glycerin for skin or to treat acne?