Cucumber contains antioxidants that can reduce puffiness around the eyes. As a natural astringent and a coolant, cucumber causes the skin tissues to contract. This makes under eye circles less prominent. Cut cucumber slices on each eyelid. Leave it on for 5 minutes and rinse .

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Rosewater – Rosewater is known for rejuvenating the skin but do you know it is instrumental in reducing dark circles.

Not only this, it has a soothing effect on the eyes.

As rose water possesses mild astringent properties, it works as a skin toner.

Apply rose water on the dark circles by using cotton pads.

Soak a cotton pad in rose water and place them on closed eyelids.

Repeat the process for at least three weeks for better results.

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Mint leaves contain menthol that improves blood circulation and soothes and rejuvenates skin.

It is natural astringent and contracts the blood vessels around the eyes, reducing the blue tint.

The vitamin C in mint makes the skin around the eyes appear brighter.

Make your own mask at home by blending mint leaves and applying them on the affected area. Leave it for 10 minutes before rinsing.

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THE USE OF POTATOES FOR REMOVING DARK CIRCLES:

Grate 2 chilled potatoes and extract its juice .

Soak a cotton ball in the juice and place it over the closed eyelids.

Allow it to sit for 10 minutes and then rinse your eyes with cold water.

-DHVANI BISANI

Summers are good. From our pretty floral dresses to breezy sea-sides, everything about the season is amazing – except the sun tan that sticks to your skin and never goes back! We all know that tan can become stubborn and stay for a long time on our skin. So how to remove tan from skin, so that you no longer have to worry about stepping out in the sun? Here are some of the proven ayurvedic tips to remove tanfrom the times of our great grand-mothers: Water and Sandalwood – Sandalwood is loaded with medicinal properties, and coconut helps in detoxing. Together they make a very cheap yet effective tan removal product. Take 1 tablespoon coconut powder and 1 tablespoon sandalwood powder and use as a pack. All those sunburns that you have got from Goa can be cured with this pack.

POTATO AND TOMATO

INGREDIENTS:

• Tomato – 1/2
• Potato – 1/4
• Lemon juice – 2 tablespoons

PROCEDURE:

1. Take 1/4th of potato into a clean bowl.
2. Add the 1/2 tomato pieces into it.
3. Blend these two ingredients to form a thick paste.
4. Add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to the above mixture.
5. Mix it well.
6. Apply this paste to the face and neck evenly.
7. Allow it to sit for 15 minutes.
8. Wash it off with normal water.
9. Repeat this process twice a week for better results.

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For effective tan removal at home, add Yoghurt to a spoonful of Gram Flour and combine them to form a thick paste.

Apply the mixture all over your body and leave it on for 20 mins before hopping into the shower.

The probiotic, healthy fat and lactic acid rich curd will cool off sunburn, soothe skin and hydrate it, while gram flour will gently exfoliate to reveal your natural glow. For plump, supple skin repeat this ritual daily for at least two weeks to completely fade your tan disappear.

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According to statistics, hirsutism — also known as excessive hair in unusual areas — affects about 5-10% of women of all ages. However, no matter how healthy we may be, we all have to use tweezers on our faces from time to time in order to look gorgeous. We’ve found that it’s not always necessary to use such painful methods of facial hair removal — especially when other less painful methods can be found right in your kitchen!

• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 2 tablespoons of sugar
• 1 tablespoon of water

Preparation:

1. Put the sugar into a bowl and add honey and water to it.
2. Place the mixture in the microwave for about 30 seconds until the sugar dissolves and mixes with the liquids.

Usage:

1. Apply the paste to the parts of your face with unwanted hair.
2. Place a strip of cloth over the applied mixture and let it cool for a couple of seconds.
3. Pull the strip in the opposite direction in which your hair is growing.

Repeat: as often as needed.

Results: This peel-off mask removes all unwanted hair instantly and perfectly exfoliates dead skin cells.

Suitable for: all skin types

How To Use Turmeric To Remove Unwanted Facial Hair :

Unwanted facial hair is caused by hormonal imbalances, irregular menstrual cycle, and genetics. It makes us look unfeminine and causes severe embarrassment. Friend’s turmeric is a natural spice that has been used since earlier times to enhance our beauty and has enough properties to remove unwanted facial hair easily.

Turmeric Powder + Milk

How To:

1. Take three tsp of turmeric powder in a glass bowl and add one tsp of milk, which is easily available at our home.
2. Mix both the ingredients to create a thick paste.
3. Apply the paste evenly on the affected area and in the same direction as the growth of hair.
4. Leave it for twenty minutes until it dries.
5. Take a dry wash-cloth and scrub your skin in a circular motion to remove the paste.
6. Use it every alternate day until the facial hair disappears.

How it Works:

This exfoliating mask gradually removes unwanted hair and makes our face look radiant and beautiful.

-DHVANI BISANI.

f you’re looking for a long-term solution, you may want to consider Papaya.

Although papaya won’t remove hair overnight, over time, a special enzyme called papain inside the fruit will weaken hair follicles, preventing re-growth. 

Sound too good to be true? Try this natural hair removal remedy at home and see the results for yourself.

You’ll need:

•  1-2 tbsp mashed, raw papaya flesh
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder

Method:

1. Mix together the papaya and turmeric to form a paste.
2. Rub onto the skin liberally, massaging the mixture in so it reaches hair follicles.
3. Leave for 15 minutes.
4. Wash off with water.
5. Repeat regularly to see a reduction in hair growth (2-3 times/week).

Papaya not only smells delicious but could be a permanent solution to your unwanted body hair too. Who’d have thought it!

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