Aloe vera: Apply fresh aloe vera gel on your face and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. It moisturizes, soothes, and promotes collagen production.
Green tea: Apply cooled green tea bags or a green tea face mask. Green tea is rich in antioxidants that help fight free radicals and reduce signs of aging.
Coconut oil: Massage a small amount of coconut oil onto your face before bed. It moisturizes and nourishes the skin, reducing fine lines and wrinkles.
Rose water: Use rose water as a toner or mix it with aloe vera gel for a refreshing facial mist. Rose water helps maintain the skin’s pH balance and tightens pores.
Honey: Apply raw honey to your face and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. It moisturizes, brightens, and has antibacterial properties.
Cucumber: Place cucumber slices on your eyes to reduce puffiness and dark circles. Cucumber also hydrates and soothes the skin.
Avocado: Mash ripe avocado and apply it as a face mask. Avocado is rich in healthy fats and antioxidants, which nourish and hydrate the skin.
Lemon juice: Mix lemon juice with honey and apply it as a face mask. Lemon juice brightens the skin and helps fade age spots.
Papaya: Mash ripe papaya and apply it as a face mask. Papaya contains enzymes that exfoliate dead skin cells and promote a youthful glow.
Yogurt: Apply plain yogurt to your face and leave it on for 15 minutes. Yogurt moisturizes and helps even out skin tone.
Olive oil: Massage a few drops of extra virgin olive oil onto your face before bed. It deeply moisturizes and helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
Turmeric: Mix turmeric powder with yogurt or honey and apply it as a face mask. Turmeric has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that promote youthful skin.
Almond oil: Gently massage a few drops of almond oil onto your face. It nourishes and softens the skin, reducing fine lines and wrinkles.
Oatmeal: Mix ground oatmeal with honey and water to make a gentle exfoliating scrub. Oatmeal removes dead skin cells and improves skin texture.
Witch hazel: Use witch hazel as a natural toner to tighten pores and reduce inflammation.
Grape seed oil: Apply a few drops of grape seed oil to your face. It is rich in antioxidants and helps tighten the skin.
Apple cider vinegar: Mix equal parts apple cider vinegar and water, and use it as a toner. Apple cider vinegar helps balance the skin’s pH and minimize the appearance of pores.
Shea butter: Apply shea butter as a moisturizer. It is deeply hydrating and helps improve skin elasticity.
Carrot juice: Drink carrot juice or apply it topically as a face mask. Carrots are rich in antioxidants and beta-carotene, which promote a healthy complexion.
Chamomile tea: Use chamomile tea bags as a compress to soothe the skin and reduce redness and inflammation.
Remember to do a patch test before applying any natural ingredient to your face, especially if you have sensitive skin or allergies.
Dr Neeraj Kaushik Founder Kaushik Acupuncture & Complementary Medicine