Being an Indian I always try to look for natural diys to make my skin healthy. I don't know if it's in our blood or something that we Indians always get attracted towards natural diys than any of those market products.
We have always known that these market products might somehow affect our skin adversely, so it's kind of hard to trust them completely.
Talking about natural diys, we all are very much familiar with Fuller's Earth aka multani mitti and have used it at least once in a lifetime.
No matter what the skin condition is, we have at least once been advised to use fuller's earth as a face mask. Especially when we are fighting with acne. It is believed to be the best face mask for oily skin.
So here today I am sharing some of the combinations you can use along with fuller's earth or multani mitti to prepare your own unique face mask.
Anti acne mask
You will need
- Fuller's Earth
- Apple cider vinegar
Method
- Take 1-2 tsp full of Fuller's earth aka multani mitti.
- Add ACV or apple cider vinegar to it.
- Now make a thick spreadable paste of it.
- Add more ACV to adjust the consistency.
- Apply it evenly on your face and neck.
- Let it get dry.
- Wash it off using likewarm water.
Oily skin mask
You will need
- Fuller's Earth
- Green tea
Method
1.
- Take 1 1/2 tsps of Fuller's Earth.
- Add 1 1/2 tsps fine green tea powder to it.
- Using water or rose water prepare a thick paste.
2.
- Take 3 spoonful of Fuller's Earth.
- In hot water add green tea leaves or green tea bags.
- Wait for 15 to 20 min. Till then water will cool down slightly.
- Filter the water.
- Using that water prepare a thick multani mitti paste.
- Now apply this paste evenly all over you face and neck.
- Let it dry for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Wash it off using water.
For softer skin
You will need
- 3 tsp crushed almonds paste
- 1/2 cup Multani mitti
- Milk
Method
- Take 1/2 cup multani mitti in a bowl.
- Add 3 tsp almond paste.
- Mix it thoroughly.
- Add milk accordingly to prepare a thick paste.
- Apply it on your face and neck.
- Let it dry.
- Wash it off using warm water.
For spot free skin
You will need
- 2 tsp Multani mitti
- 1 tsp sandalwood powder
- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 2 tsp tomato juice
Method
- Take 2 tsp full of multani mitti.
- Add 1 tsp of sandalwood powder to it.
- Along with sandalwood powder, add 1/4 tsp or less turmeric powder.
- Mix all the powders thoroughly.
- Now add 2 tsps of tomato juice to prepare a thick paste. You can add more to adjust the consistency.
- Apply this paste all over your face and neck. Also on your under eye region, if you are having dark circles.
- Let this face pack dry.
- Wash it off using cold water.
To treat dark patches
You will need
- 1 tsp Fuller's Earth
- 1 tsp mint leaves powder
- 1 tsp yoghurt
Method
- Take 1 tsp of fuller's earth in a bowl.
- Add 1 tsp of mint leaves powder to it.
- Mix them thoroughly.
- Now add 1 tsp full of yoghurt to prepare a thick paste. Adjust the consistency using normal water, if needed.
- Apply this paste all over your face.
- Let it dry.
- Wash it off using cold water.
For fairer looking skin
You will need
- 3 tsp Multani mitti
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp papaya pulp
Method
- Take 3 tsps full of multani mitti in a bowl.
- Add 1 tsp of honey to it.
- Along with honey add 1 tsp of papaya pulp.
- Prepare a thick spreadable paste of it.
- Adjust the consistency using water, rose water or milk.
- Apply this paste on your face, neck, undereyes, hands and feet.
- Let it dry.
- When the paste dries, scrub it off.
- Wash it off using water.
For skin tightening and tan removal
You will need
- 1 egg white
- 1 cup Multani mitti
Method
- Take a cup of multani mutti in a bowl.
- Add 1 egg white, and mix thoroughly to get a paste like consistency.
- Apply it all over your face and neck.
- Let it dry.
- Wash it off using cold water.
Anti acne mask
You will need
- 1 tsp Multani mitti
- 1/2 tsp neem powder
- Pinch of turmeric
Method
- In a tsp full of multani mitti, add 1/2 tsp of neem leaves powder.
- Add a pinch of turmeric powder to it and mix thoroughly.
- Prepare a thick paste of it.
- Apply it all over your face.
- Let it dry.
- Wash it off using cold water.
#Do not scrub as it might irritate your skin and acne.
For glowing skin
You will need
- 1 tsp Fuller's Earth
- 1 tsp carrot juice
Method
- Take 1 tsp of fuller's earth in a bowl.
- Add a tsp full of carrot juice to prepare a thick paste. Adjust the consistency by adding more juice.
- Apply it all over your face and neck and other body parts.
- After drying, wash it off using cold water.
To treat blemishes
You will need
- 2 tsp Multani mitti
- Lemon juice
Method
- Take around 2 tsp of multani mitti in a bowl.
- Prepare a thick spreadable paste using lemon juice.
- Apply it on your face and neck. Avoid eye region.
- Let it dry.
- Wash.
#Some people can be allergic to lemons. Do a patch test by applying paste on the underside of your wrist.
Other than these face masks there are various other combination you can try out for various purposes.
Detox scalp
You will need
- Fuller's Earth
- Rosemary tea
Method
- Take around 2 cups of Fuller's Earth in a bowl.
- Prepare a thick spreadable paste by adding rosemary tea water to it.
- Apply it all over your scalp and length.
- Keep it on for 1 to 2 hours or until it dries.
- Wash it off using water followed by shampooing and conditioning.
Face and body scrub
You will need
- Fuller's Earth
- Seasalt
- Almond oil
Method
- Take around a cup full of fuller's earth in a bowl.
- Add 1/4 cup of seal salt to it.
- Now add 3 to 4 tsp to almond oil to it.
- You don't have to make a paste but a coarse powder.
- Use this coarse powder twice or 3 times a week whenever you take bath.
- Take required amount of powder in your palms and apply it all over your body.
- Sprinkle some water on it and start scrubing.
- Then wash it off.
Clay shampoo
You will need
- Fuller's Earth
- Mild shampoo
Method
- While shampooing, add 1/2 tsp or less fuller's earth in it (in your shampoo).
- Wash your hairs normally followed by conditioner.
Tightening belly skin
You will need
- 1 cup Fuller's Earth
- 6 tsp honey
- 1 tsp glycerin
- 1 beaten egg white
Method
- Take a cup full of fuller's earth in a bowl.
- Add around 6 tsp of honey followed by adding 1 tsp of glycerin to it.
- Now add 1 beaten egg white into it and mix thoroughly.
- Prepare a paste of it. Adjust the consistency by adding more egg whites if the paste is too thick.
- Apply it all over your belly.
- Let it sit for 25 to 30 min.
- Wash it off using normal water.
#Fuller's earth can be drying for your skin, therefore it is recommended to always use moisturizer after using it.
Some of the ingredients mentioned above, like honey, lemon etc, may not suit every skin type, hence a patch test is recommended.
Thanks for sharing details solution for almost all skin problems, worth read for skin care. You can also check out body care products at innovative pharma.
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