10 ayurvedic solutions TO TREAT WHITE HEADS

Whitehead is the clogging of skin pores with dead skin cells, oil or bacteria. They are not only ugly and painful but also deter the skin with marks. Treating whiteheads is essential to maintain a healthy radiant spotless skin. Though it’s most common in the face and neck area, it can also occur on the back or chest.

As the sages say, the solution to every problem lies in the lap of nature and their recipes are quoted in the holy books. Ayurveda brings the most efficient incantations to boost healthy glowing skin.

TULSI

Tulsi is a holy herb of high medicinal value. It is one of the best ways to treat acne, pimples and blemishes naturally and without any side effects. Massage the face with tulsi juice, and rinse off after 15-20 minutes.

AMLA

Amla is the pharmacon for all skin problems. It removes excess sebum, fights acne-causing bacteria and prevents scars. Apply a paste of amla and wash it off after 15-20 minutes.

Tomato 

Tomatoes have natural antiseptic properties to cure blackheads and whiteheads. Apply the tomato pulp, let it absorb then wash off. It gives a clear glowing skin instantly.

HONEY

Honey is a miraculous natural cure for whiteheads. Its powerful antibacterial properties help in treating acne and pimples. Apply a few drops honey and rinse off after 5-10 minutes.

TURMERIC

Turmeric is an antibacterial and anti-fungal potion that prevents bacterial breakouts and cleanses. Apply a paste of turmeric powder, let it dry and wash it with lukewarm water. 

NEEM LEAVES

Neem leaves are the perfect and most popular Ayurvedic remedy for treating skin troubles and it works wonder in clearing off white heads. Apply the neem paste on the face, let it dry and wash off.

LEMON

Lemon juice is rich in alpha hydroxy acids that help to exfoliate the skin. Its astringent properties help in soaking up excess oils. It also contains antibacterial compounds that helps reduce inflammation. Apply lemon juice on the face, let it soak for 20 minutes and wash away with cool water.

TRIPHALA

Triphala is a well known Ayurvedic rasayana with many benefits. It detoxifies the whole body, fights against bad bacteria and helps in acne healing. Mix 1 teaspoon of triphala in hot water and drink it in empty stomach every morning.

POTATO

Potatoes are a great remedy for acne as it fights off bacteria and gives a natural glow to the skin. Massage your face with thin slices of potato.

PAPAYA

Papaya is a great ingredient for skin treatment; it cures whiteheads, pimples, scars and gives the skin a radiant look. Apply papaya paste on the face for 20 minutes. Wash it off one the pack dries.

Tips for preventing and treating whiteheads include:

    • Do not squeeze or pop whiteheads.

    • Maintain skin hygiene, wash your face from time to time

    • Do not use scrub aggressively.

    • Maintain a healthy diet and avoid oily, fatty food items.

    • Remove any makeup before going to bed.

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Ayurvedic health tips for adolescent girls

Adolescence can be a stressful time as the body and mind undergo drastic changes while transforming from a tween to a teen. Discovering your sexuality, understanding the process of metamorphosis, peer pressure and what not, there is too much that a little mind can handle.

The ayurvedic rejuvenation therapy teaches ways to become naturally beautiful that is not just limited to the physical body but extends its warmth to the heart and soul of a person. Ayurveda rightfully claimed that all our emotions joyousness, gloom, sadness and relaxation are mirrored by the face and can’t be concealed even with the most ethereal cosmetics. 

Ayurvedic Diet 

How we eat is as important as what we eat. A nutritious diet eaten properly in a settled environment helps the digestion system do its work smoothly. Foods that are natural and pure offer the most valuable nutrition while the ones genetically altered, processed or refined have much of their nutrition stripped off. 

    • Avoid bingeing on anything immediately after having your lunch or supper. Let the food settle and digest perfectly.

    • Cut off the foods that are too sweet or fatty.

    • Avoid ice-cold drinks as they disrupt the digestive fire and hinder the assimilation of vital nutrients.

    • Avoid food preparations that are hot and spicy and switch to boiled food as it preserves the nutrients better than fried ones.

    • Invest in fresh fruits and veggies as much as possible.

    • Drink plenty of warm water, juices, and soups.

    • Half teaspoon of dry roasted fenugreek should be consumed daily. This magical potion is a natural hormone balancer and cures pimples, prevents premature greying of hair and improves fertility.

    • Just a spoon of ghee and sesame oil in your diet helps to reduce menstrual cramps, improves muscle and joint strength and works wonder for hair and skin. 

Indian Ayurvedic Beauty Tips

It’s mentioned in the Vedas the secrets to soft, glowing, radiant skin lies in the lap of nature. The right amalgamation of our kitchen ingredients can make for some splendid skin and hair care treatment.

    • Tomato juice blended with one teaspoon of lemon juice works well as an astringent opening the pores, fighting acne, removing blackheads and tans and relinquish a fresh look every time. 

    • Moisturize your skin with a mixture of lemon, honey, and vegetable oil. 

    • Caress your skin with a paste of raw carrots to get glowing skin clear of blemishes and marks. 

    • Apply orange juice to the face for soft and smooth skin.

    • A lotion of rose water, lime juice and glycerin mixed in equal proportion is a great treatment for pimples, blackheads and other marks on the skin. 

    • Combat sunburn with a paste of turmeric, raw milk, and lemon juice. 

    • Use buttermilk mask to brighten skin, fade brown spots, even out tone and treat sunburn. The lactic acid in buttermilk makes for a great exfoliate. 

    • Oil and warm bath improves complexion and has great anti-aging effects.

    • Get good sleep.

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