Author: Namratha Gopal
Facial oils these days have become so popular that people are now using at their daily skincare regimen. However, there are misconceptions that facial oils could block the pores thus leading to the acne formation. It should be noted that NOT ALL oils cause acne. The main use of facial oil is to protect the layer of the skin and contributes all the benefits that skin needs. Facial oil helps in softening the skin and makes you look fresh especially when you are tired, helps delay the fine lines and wrinkles and can act as the best anti-aging solution.Specific oils also help in fading the dark spots and blemishes. So why wait? Let’s check out the recipe for brightening tonic which is used as facial oil in your beauty rituals. Let’s begin –
Recipe for Brightening Tonic
Benefits of the ingredients used in Brightening Tonic recipe
Fenugreek Powder
Fenugreek seeds are rich in nutrients such as vitamin A, vitamin K and vitamin C. It has anti-bacterial properties that keep acne at bay and is also helpful in removing the tan, sunburn, and blemishes. It makes sure to keep your skin youthful and radiant.
Wild Turmeric Powder
Wild turmeric powder is known to have an anti-bacterial property that kills the acne causing bacteria due to the presence of certain bioactive ingredients. On the regular usage of wild turmeric on face may help in fading dark circles, blemishes, dark spots, evens out skin tone, adds glow and has the ability to treat unwanted facial hair. It is also known to reduce scarring that is caused by acnes.
Rose Powder
Rose powder is known for its excellent soothing effects for the sensitive skin thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties. It inhibits the inflamed skin produced by exposure of UV rays. It also has the capability to reduce fine lines and wrinkles thus useful for anti-ageing effects on the regular usage. Gives extreme cooling, refreshing and super-natural glow too.
Sandalwood Powder
Sandalwood is one of the age-old ingredients used in ayurveda for beauty rituals. It has a very good range of medicinal properties and is therefore used as a home remedy for many skin conditions. Acts an astringent and helps to tighten pores. It improves overall texture and prevents acnes.
Jojoba Oil
Jojoba oil is something similar to the natural oil produced by the skin. It gets easily absorbed into skin and lubricates it. With regular usage, fine lines and wrinkles become less prominent. It helps retain moisture in the skin by sealing the skin with a protective barrier. Jojoba oil cleanses away the impurities without losing skin’s natural moisture. It also softens and rejuvenates skin and thus promotes skin suppleness. Jojoba oil helps in reducing the excess sebum production which in turn controls acne. The anti-acne property in this oil helps in giving a clear skin by fading dark spots and scars that’s caused by acne.
Method
Things you need:
- Pinch of wild turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon of fenugreek seeds powder
- A teaspoon of rose powder
- 1 teaspoon of sandalwood powder
- 1/3 cup of jojoba oil
Directions:
To prepare this brightening tonic recipe, all you need to do is that just mix a pinch of wild turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of fenugreek powder, 1 teaspoon of rose powder and 1 teaspoon of sandalwood powder. Give them a good mix and pour it in the bottle that is filled with 1/3 cup of jojoba oil. Leave them get infused for 1 week.
Usage:
After one week, strain it, store in a dropper bottle and use it as facial oil. Take a small amount of this facial oil and massage all over the face at night before your bedtime. Leave it on overnight. In the next morning, wash it off with mild cleanser and see the glow on regular usage.
Note
- Patch test is mandatory before you use this brightening tonic recipe.
- Use organic products/ingredients wherever necessary.
- Use the fresh solution as much as possible.
- If you are a lactating mother or pregnant, take your doctor’s advice before using this brightening tonic.
- Acne prone skin people can take their dermatologist’s suggestion before using this recipe.
- Can add your favorite essential oils to this recipe. Please choose the one that suits your skin type.
- Maintain the consistency to see the best results.
- Giving a good massage is very important thing while you are using facial oils.
