We are all born with baby soft glowing skin and we wish we could all retain it for a lifetime! As we age, factors like pollution, saggy skin, hormonal changes, sun tan, dead skin buildup, etc. Can make your skin look lifeless and dull. Turmeric and saffron are two amazing skin brightening ingredients that help lighten dark spots, pigmentation and restore your original complexion over time. Looking out for a natural way to restore you bright complexion and add glow? Try the DIY turmeric saffron brightening night cream given below-
BENEFITS:
Aloe Gel- Aloe vera gel is a natural humectant that hydrates skin and keeps it soft and glowing. It also has anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties that help keep acne and other skin problems at bay and keep skin clear. Helps reduce inflammation and redness on skin. Keeps skin clear and soft.
Turmeric- Turmeric contains a potent compound called ‘curcumin’ that gives it a bright yellow shade and is researched and proved to be effective against ageing, acne, inflammation, pigmentation etc. Has skin healing properties. Evens out skin tone and also helps lighten tan. is known for its skin brightening and anti-pigmentation properties. t helps even out skin tone, heals acne and keeps skin clear, glowing and soft.
Turmeric Essential Oil- Turmeric essential oil is extracted from turmeric root and is quite potent than just turmeric powder. Is effective against ageing, acne, inflammation, pigmentation etc. Has skin healing properties. READ MORE – HERBAL HAIR GROWTH TONIC – FASTER AND THICKER HAIR GROWTH
RECIPE FOR TURMERIC SAFFRON BRIGHTENING NIGHT CREAM:
Things you need-
- 3 tablespoon Face Oil ( use any non comedogenic oils)
- Organic or wild turmeric – 1/4 tsp
- Aloe vera Gel – 1 Tbsp
Directions-
In a bowl, add aloe vera gel and turmeric powder, you can also use turmeric essential oil in the place of turmeric powder. Use commercial (yet pure) aloe vera gel as it emulsifies with other ingredients and has a good shelf life. Add in face oils like jojoba oil or grapeseed oils that are non-comedogenic, they are best for all skin types and won’t clog the pores and mix until well-emulsified. Use it as a night cream. In the morning rinse off and use sunscreen, sunscreen is a must even if you are at home and also reapply it every 2 hours.
Caution – To avoid staining use wild turmeric, wild turmeric is specially used in skin care and doesn’t stain the skin like the normal kitchen turmeric. READ MORE – TEA TREE FACE MIST TO TREAT AND PREVENT ACNE