Wedding preparations cause pressure and stress for the family. But for the BRIDE stress can cause many symptoms. The effect of stress on skin is well known and documented. Its a good idea to do some preventive maintenance to ensure that telltale signs of stress are not visible on the big day and you have that beautiful bridal skin.
We at WedAbout share with you some great home remedies using ingredients from our kitchen.
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Karela juice may not taste good but it is very beneficial when used as a beauty treatment for your skin. Rich with antioxidant properties, karela juice is that magic wand that can help you get rid of all your blemishes and pimples too. Daily consumption of karela juice restrains water in your body keeping your skin naturally hydrated.
Remedial importance- Apart from the beauty benefits, bitter gourd helps in curing diabetes, maintaining blood pressure, removing blood toxins and assists in weight loss too!
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Owing to its richness in Vitamin E, monounsaturated fatty acids, proteins, potassium, zinc, numerous vitamins and minerals, almond oil is one stop solution for all skin ailments. It helps in natural brightening of skin, removal of dark circles, curbing signs of skin ageing like wrinkles, tanning and dullness.
Remedial importance- Almond oil consists of everything you need for a bride to have “beauty with brains”. It strengthens the nervous system and improves memory. Boosts immunity and prevents heart diseases.
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Neem is something which is very easily available and has ample of good properties for your skin. As a consequence of its antifungal and antibacterial properties, it works wonders for problematic and acne prone skin. It lightens skin pigmentation, controls excess oil and hence prevents blackheads and pimples, hence giving a beautiful and radiant glow to your skin.
Remedial importance- Regular use of Neem helps in natural whitening of teeth, hence giving you the perfect face a bride needs. It also improves digestion, promotes immunity and purifies your blood.
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These days, the market is flooded with Aloe Vera products. So why not use it in its most natural and purest form? Aloe Vera is readily available and is a boon for your skin. It has properties which can clear your blemishes and help revitalizing your skin. It keeps your skin moistened and hydrated hence upholding the youthfulness of your skin. Moreover, it helps fight sunburn and skin tanning.
Remedial importance- Aloe Vera helps you naturally fight your illness and boosts immunity.
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Yes! You read that right. Fruits are as good for your skin as inside out. Fruits like papaya, oranges, lemons and cucumber can be used to tighten, whiten and brighten your skin. They can be used to make face packs in combination with honey, curd, milk or olive oil. These freshly prepared fruit face packs are super beneficial for you to get that perfect glow on your face for D-Day.
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Gram flour or commonly known as “besan” is one of the “dadi maa’s” times tried, tested and certified formula to get the flawless skin. Regular use of gram flour face pack made in combination with honey, curd and a few drops of lemon miraculously removes acne, blemishes, blackheads and pimples. Gram flour blended with different ingredients works differently for all types of skin.
So ladies! Go ahead and get geared up to use one or all of these home remedies to get the glow of your skin while saving your pockets from burning.
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