Who doesn't want to flaunt flawless skin and luscious hair? We all want to look and feel our best, and having glowing skin and healthy hair is the perfect way to do just that! But it can be hard to find time for a proper skin
and hair care routine. With the fast-paced life that we live, between work, family, and other commitments, it's easy to forget about taking a few hours for ourselves every once in a while.
Everyone wants glowing skin and healthy hair and salons are one of the places to achieve that but only some have the time or money to go to a professional beauty salon. Luckily, there are plenty of affordable DIY remedies that you
can whip up in your own home! With the right ingredients and a bit of dedication, you can easily create your own DIY skin & hair care routine from home!
In this blog, we'll go over amazing yet easy DIY recipes for skin and hair as well as tips and tricks for getting that sought-after glow without breaking the bank. Here we have used three ingredients,
Honey, Coffee and Rose Powder(Gulab patti powder) that
bring magical results in getting healthy skin & hair. Get ready to get your DIY on!
DIY skin care recipes:
Coffee and honey mask.
Ingredients required:
- 2 tablespoons coffee grounds
- 3 tablespoons yougurt (or whole milk)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Steps for making:
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl.
- Spread the mixture on your face and other body parts.
- Massage gently for 10 minutes. Let it sit for a while.
- Wash it off.
Why is this mask helpful?
Along with soothing your skin, this face pack also calms it down. Honey has antibacterial properties that help heal your skin. yougurt (or milk) helps your skin retain moisture.
How often to apply?
Apply this mask regularly once a week.
Coffee mask.
Ingredients required:
- 2 tbsp yougurt
- ½ tsp Turmeric
- 2 tbsp coffee powder
Steps for making:
- Take two tablespoons of ground coffee powder
- Take two tablespoons of yougurt
- Take half a teaspoon of turmeric
- Mix all together to form a paste
- Apply on a clean face and keep for 10 minutes
- Rinse off and moisturise
Why is this mask helpful?
This face mask does wonders for oily and acne-prone skin. Turmeric fights acne and reduces acne scars, yougurt hydrates the skin and removes excess oil, and coffee with its exfoliating properties unclogs pores and soothes
inflammation.
How often to apply?
Use this twice or thrice a week for the best results.
Rose Powder Mask:
Ingredients required:
- 1/4 tablespoon of gram flour/Besan
- 1 tablespoon of pure aloe vera gel
- One tablespoon of pure rose powder
- 1 tablespoon of pure floral/spring water
Steps for making:
- Blend all these ingredients well.
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You can either choose packed also vera gel or opt for aloe vera directly extracted from the plants. Like any other recipe, the efficacy of the face mask depends entirely upon choosing the best ingredients. The purer the
ingredient is, the more effective the recipe becomes.
- After blending well, apply it all over your face & neck.
- Keep it on for 15 minutes and wash it off with cold water.
Why is this mask helpful?
Trust me! This recipe is versatile. It works on all skin types. It is hydrating and rejuvenating mask. This recipe can become a simple yet effective ubtan mas for the new brides as well.
How often to apply?
You can use this mask twice a week.
DIY Hair Care Recipes:
Aloe Vera and Honey Hair Mask.
Ingredients required:
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 2 tbsp aloe vera gel
- 2 tbsp yougurt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Steps for making:
- Mix everything together in a bowl to make a smooth paste
- Massage the mix in a circular motion all over the hair and scalp
- Let it stay for 20-30 minutes
- Rinse it off with cold water, followed by a mild shampoo
Why is this helpful?
Aloe vera is known for sootheing the scalp and making hair soft. Honey controls dryness and frizz. By combining these two ingredients, your hair achieves unmatched shine and smoothness.
How often to apply?
You can use this mask once in 15 days.
Coffee And yougurt.
Ingredients required:
- 1 cup fresh yougurt
- 1 tbsp coffee powder
- A few drops of lemon juice
Steps for making:
- Combine one cup of fresh yogurt, one spoonful of coffee powder, and a few drops of lemon juice in a dish.
- Apply the mask to the hair roots and strands, then keep it on for 30 to 40 minutes.
Why is this helpful?
yougurt is a renowned natural conditioner that also softens hair strands. It for hair makes the hair smooth and silky when combined with coffee.
How often to apply?
Do it at least once a week for better results.
Rose powder mask:
Ingredients required:
- 100 grams of rose powder
- Amla powder
- 1/2 of coconut milk.
Steps for making:
- Take rose powder, amla powder, and coconut milk.
- Mix all the ingredients until you get a smooth thin paste.
- Apply the mixture to your roots and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Wash it off with a gentle shampoo.
Why is this helpful?
The goodness of Gulab patti powder aka rose powder soothes the scalp and imparts softness. Amla deeply nourishes the scalp. And coconut milk imparts beautiful shine.
How often to apply?
You can use this mask once a week.
Tips and Tricks for getting most of your DIY Hacks:
Start with a clean slate:
Make sure your skin and hair are free of any product buildup or dirt before starting your DIY treatment. Be sure to use gentle cleansers like
Face wash, Body wash, or
Shampoo.
Do a patch test:
Before using any new DIY hair care recipe on your entire head, test it out on a small section of skin to make sure you're not allergic to any of the ingredients.
Follow the recipe to the core:
Measure out each ingredient carefully and mix them together until you have a consistent mixture.
Give desired time:
Allow the treatment to sit for the recommended time before rinsing it out thoroughly with water.
