Using vitamin C in skincare is so popular and it is definitely the best skincare ingredient. You will find a number of vitamin C infused products in the market like serum, toner, facial mist and what not. It is high in antioxidants, brightens skin and also evens out skin tone. Helps reduce sun tan and adds a beautiful glow to your skin. Using a vitamin C toner in your regular skincare routine is the best thing you can ever do but commercial vitamin C products can be quite expensive and can also contain unwanted synthetic ingredients. Did you know that you can make your own vitamin C toner? Here is a recipe suggested by Dr Vivek Joshi (check him on youtube) who is an Ayurvedic doctor. Keep reading to know vitamin C toner stepwise recipe –
RECIPE FOR VITAMIN C TONER:
BENEFITS OF USING VITAMIN C TONER-
- Vitamin C helps promote the collagen production which in turn is essential for youthful and softer skin.
- Vitamin C is a good antioxidant and it protects your cells from free radicals which is caused due to UV rays exposure. Helps lighten fine lines and wrinkles, especially if premature.
- Minimise the appearance of dark spots and also helps lighten pigmentation. Impedes melanin production.
- Accelerates skin’s natural turnover process and reveals fresh, new and glowing skin.
- Events out skin tone, lighten pigmentation and gives you a youthful beautiful glow.
METHOD:
Things you need-
- Handful Fresh Orange Peels
- 1-2 Cups Water
Directions-
To make this vitamin C toner, you need just two simple ingredients that is orange peel and water. You need fresh orange peels so grab an orange and peel it.
Now, place a sauce pan on medium heat and pour in water.
Add in fresh orange peels and stir.
Let it simmer on medium flame for 5 to 10 minutes or until the peels have turned soggy and super soft.
Turn off the flame and let it cool down. Strain this and transfer the prepared toner in a spray bottle.
You can use this as a facial mist or if you want to use it as a toner, store it in a pump bottle and soak a cotton pad before swiping it across your facial skin. Use it twice a day and do not forget to use a sunscreen during the daytime. The shelf life of this toner is one week in refrigerator after which you can make a fresh toner.
NOTE:
- Always patch test beforehand to make sure you are not allergic to the final product or ingredients used.
- Any product or remedy needs to be used for a longer period for it to work.
- Use only organic oranges and filtered or distilled water in this recipe.
