- Add lemon juice and honey to lukewarm water.
- Mix well and drink.
Note: It is not necessary to drink this on an empty stomach. You can drink this any time of the day.
Why This Works
Lemon and honey water is an excellent detox for your body. It flushes out toxins and renders a natural glow to your skin.
13. Ice Cube Facial: For Keeping Oily Skin Healthy During Summers
You Will Need
- 1 tablespoon green tea
- Juice of ½ lemon
What You Have To Do
- Take a cup of water in a container and brew a very strong green tea. Let it cool down.
- Mix the lemon juice in it.
- Put it in the ice tray and let it freeze.
- Take a cube, wrap it in a cloth, and apply it to your face.
Why This Works
Green tea is loaded with antioxidants, and it protects your skin from the harmful free radicals. Moreover, ice and green tea together shrink your pores and eliminate the acne-causing bacteria (12).
14. Turmeric And Saffron Face Pack: Fairness Pack For Oily Skin
You Will Need
- A pinch of saffron (kesar)
- 1 teaspoon yogurt
- 1 tablespoon gram flour
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
What You Have To Do
- Soak the saffron in yogurt overnight.
- The next day, add gram flour and turmeric to the yogurt and mix well. If the consistency is too thick, add more yogurt.
- Make a paste and spread it on your face. Let it dry.
- Wash it off gently.
Why This Works
This face pack is the best for oily skinned beauties. Turmeric brightens your face and has antibacterial properties while yogurt clears tan and blemishes, making your skin look bright and beautiful (13), (14).
15. Sandalwood Face Pack: Skin Lightening Face Pack For Oily Skin
You Will Need
- 1 tablespoon gram flour
- 1 teaspoon sandalwood powder
- 1 tablespoon rosewater or normal water
What You Have To Do
- Mix all the ingredients and make a paste.
- Apply the face pack and let it dry.
- Remove with lukewarm water.
Why This Works
Sandalwood is a popular skin lightening agent and is excellent for removing blemishes and marks. It prevents acne and further breakouts (15).
16. Apple Cider Vinegar And Cucumber: For Oil Control
You Will Need
- ¼ cup of apple cider vinegar
- ¾ cup of distilled water
- 4-5 cucumber slices (you can use 2 tablespoons of cucumber juice as well)
- Mix the ACV with distilled water and store in a jar.
- Put the cucumber slices in it. If you are using juice, mix it with the solution.
- Spray on your face 3-4 times a day.
Why This Works
Apple cider vinegar has antibacterial properties. It kills bacteria and is a good source of alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) that shrink the pores, absorb excess oil, and keep your skin moisturized (16), (17).
17. Green Tea And Clay Face Pack: For Instant Glow
You Will Need
- 2 tablespoons kaolin clay/bentonite clay/fuller’s earth
- 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
- 2 tablespoons green tea (strong brew)
What You Have To Do
- In a bowl, mix all the ingredients and make a smooth paste.
- Apply it to your face. Avoid the eyes. Let it dry.
- Take a cloth and soak it in lukewarm water.
- Cover your face with the cloth for a while.
- Once the pack is soft, gently massage and remove with lukewarm water.
Why This Works
Green tea contains antioxidants that keep your skin clear. It thoroughly cleanses your skin and kills the acne-causing bacteria. Clay absorbs the excess oil and tones your skin. This face pack makes your face bright instantly and gives you visible results
You Will Need
- 3 strawberries
- 2 teaspoons yogurt
- 2 teaspoons honey
What You Have To Do
- Mash the strawberries and make a pulp.
- Add yogurt and honey to this and mix well.
- Use a brush to apply the mixture all over your face.
- Allow your skin to soak in the goodness of the pack.
- Wash with cold water.
Why This Works
Yogurt contains lactic acid that nourishes, smoothens, and moisturizes your skin. This face pack deep cleanses your pores, reduces acne and pimples, and keeps your face fresh (20).
19. Sea Salt Facial: For Smooth And Healthy Skin
You Will Need
- 1 cup sea salt
- Distilled water (or olive oil)
What You Have To Do
- Take a small glass jar and fill half of it with sea salt.
- Add enough water (or oil) to make a paste.
- Take a small amount of the paste and massage gently on your face.
- Let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
- Rinse with lukewarm water.
Why This Works
The mineral content of sea salt is extremely high, making it one of the best ingredients for your skin. It exfoliates, nourishes, and hydrates your skin while killing germs and boosting cell regeneration