How To Get Glowing Skin: 14 Effective Natural Remedies For Clear Skin
Every woman
craves for flawless and clear skin. This means needing less makeup and skincare products.
The best way to
treat your skin is to use natural remedies as they are safe, with no side
effects, and don’t burn a hole in your pocket. Below is a list of natural
remedies that will help you to get the clear skin you crave for.
#1. Detox Water.
• In an empty
glass jar, drop slices of cucumber and lemon and add some mint leaves
• Pour water
over them and put the pitcher in the refrigerate
• Keep sipping
this water throughout the day
You can do this
every day for a long-lasting clear skin
Why it Works?
Cucumber helps
rejuvenate the skin. Lemon and mint restore the balance in your digestive and
clear any internal infections.
#2. Coconut Oil.
• Lightly warm
up coconut oil
• Cleanse your
face and pat it dry
• Massage your
skin for a minute or two
• Let the oil
soak in for a couple of minutes
• Wipe away the
excess with a cotton ball
You can repeat
this every day
Why it Works?
Coconut oil is,
not only, an excellent natural moisturizer for your skin, but its
antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties will also keep the
skin clean and infection-free which help to maintain a healthy and flawless
skin.
#3. Apple Cider Vinegar.
• Mix one part
of vinegar and one part of water
• Soak a cotton
ball in the mix and apply on the skin
• Let it sit
over a night
• Wash the area
as usual in the morning
Do this twice a
week before going to bed
Caution: if you
have sensitive skin, add aloe vera gel to counter the acidity of the vinegar.
Why it Works?
The acids
present in ACV exfoliate dull and dead skin cells and reveals a fresh and
healthy skin. It also lightens the scars and blemishes and prevents your pores
from getting infected and inflamed. Its astringent properties tone your skin
and improve your complexion.
#4. Green Tea ice cubes.
• Steep the tea
bag in hot water for a few minutes
• Let it cool
down
• Pour the cool
tea into an ice tray and freeze it
• Apply the ice
cube all over your face
• Let it dry and
then wash your face as usual
You can repeat
this every day.
You can also
drink green tea for a clear skin
Why it Works?
Green tea is
rich in antioxidants that nourish and detoxifies your skin. It also heals marks
and scars on your skin.
#5. Lemon.
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• Take one half
of a lemon and rub it onto your skin in a circular motion for few minutes
• Wash your face
clean with water
You can repeat
this every day
Why it Works?
Lemon juice is
rich in vitamin C, which helps in skin lightening and healing scars.
#6. Honey.
• Apply a thin
layer of honey on your face
• Let it sit for
few minutes
• Rinse your
face with lukewarm water
You can repeat
this once or twice a week
Why it Works?
Honey is rich in
vitamins and minerals that nourish the skin. It also contains antioxidants,
that give you youthful and flawless skin.
#7. Olive Oil.
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• Gently massage
your face with few drops of olive oil
• Let it sit for
few minutes
• Wipe it off
using a washcloth dipped in warm water
You can repeat
this every night before going to bed.
Why it Works?
Olive oil is
rich in vitamin E that hydrates the skin and restores its freshness and
elasticity.
#8. Potato.
• Cut a potato
into round slices
• Rub a slice
onto your face in circular motions for few minutes
• wash it off
with cold water
You can repeat
this every day for best results.
Why it Works?
The natural
enzymes that are present in potato have bleaching properties that can help you
get clear, flawless skin. It also helps in reducing sunburn, tan, and spots.
#9. Turmeric.
• Mix 2
tablespoons of turmeric powder with water to make a thick paste
• Apply the
paste on your face and let it sit for five minutes
• Rinse your
face with cold water
You can repeat
this treatment twice a week.
Why it Works?
Turmeric is a
natural antioxidant and anti-inflammatory that is widely used to treat minor
cuts and wounds. It also has skin lightening properties that can get rid of
scars, marks, and other spots from your facial skin.
#10. Almond Oil.
• Massage your
face with few drops of almond oil
• Leave the oil
overnight
• Wash your face
as usual in the morning
Do this on a
daily basis.
Why it Works?
Almond oil helps
to keep your skin hydrated. It also rejuvenates your skin and reduces any scars
or marks.
#11. Garlic.
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• Crush one
garlic clove and apply it on the marks and scars on your skin
• Let it sit for
five minutes then rinse it off
• Pat dry and
apply a moisturizer
You can repeat
this every day for best results.
Why it Works?
Garlic is an
antimicrobial agent that kills the bacteria on your face which can,
effectively, treat scars, acne, and other marks on the face. It also contains
certain exfoliating acids that are excellent for lightening scars and marks.
#12. Rice Water.
• Soak half a
cup of raw rice grains in 2 to 3 cups of water
• Let it sit
until the water turns cloudy
• Strain the
rice and store the water in a bottle.
• Massage your
face with some of this water for a few minutes
• Rinse your
face with cold water
You can repeat
this every day.
Why it Works?
Rice water is
rich in vitamins and minerals that rejuvenate the skin and tighten it. It also
helps to exfoliate the skin and remove dead cells.
#13. Raw Milk.
• Dip a cotton
ball in 2 tablespoons of raw milk
• Let it dry
naturally, then rinse it off
You can repeat
this twice or thrice a week
Why it Works?
Raw milk helps
exfoliate the skin and remove dull and damaged skin cells easily. It also
moisturizes the skin and keeps it supple.
Caution: People
with an allergy to milk should avoid this remedy.
#14. Egg Whites.
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• Whip an egg
white in a bow to make a froth
• Let it sit for
few minutes then apply 3 to 4 layers of in on your face
• Let it stay
for 15 minutes and rinse with warm water
You can repeat
this once a week
Why it works?
Egg white is
rich in proteins that rejuvenate the skin and tighten it. It also nourishes
your skin effectively and adds radiance.
Additional Tips.
1. Drink Water.
Drinking enough
water will flush out all the toxins and help maintain your skin hydrated. This
will help you get clear, glowing skin.
2. Eat A Balanced Diet.
A balanced diet
is important to get flawless skin. Start with include fresh fruits and green
leafy vegetables in your diet.
3. Clean Makeup Brushes.
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Clean your
makeup brushes at least once every two weeks. Bacteria grow in moist areas, and
brushes that come in regular contact with creamy makeup products are potential
growing grounds for bacteria. Wash the brushes with warm water and antibacterial soap or solution and let them dry overnight.
4. Remove Makeup.
Your skin
regenerates and repairs itself while you’re sleeping. Not removing makeup from
your skin before sleeping will get your pores clogged and your skin will be
prone to breakouts.
5. Protect Your Skin From The Sun.
Protecting your
skin is as important as treating it. Use a sunscreen with a minimum SPF of 20
whenever you’re outside to protect your skin from the harmful UV rays.
6. Avoid Touching Your Face.
Our hands
constantly pick up germs that get transferred to your face when you touch it.
This can cause infection and breakouts. Thus, try to touch your face less and
when you have to touch it, always wash your hands thoroughly before.
7. Exercise.
Exercise helps
detoxify the skin and make it flawless by flushing out toxins from your body in
a natural way. Also, avoid wearing makeup during exercise to prevent your pores
from clogging and always wash your face before and after you exercise for best
results.
With the help of
these home remedies, you can get clear and flawless skin naturally at home,
without burning a hole in your pocket. Apart from these effective natural
remedies, we have also listed some tips that you can add to your daily
lifestyle. This will make sure you achieve the skin you have been craving for.
Just remember that maintenance is key. Spare some ‘me time’ for your daily
skin regimen to keep your skin flawless.
If you know
other home remedies that work, please leave it in the comments below.
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