How to Brighten Your Face

Posted by Zohaib Hassan on November 23, 2010  · 0 comments

As we grow older we are continuously being exposed to the Ultraviolet rays of the sun. This causes our skin to appear dry and dull. To keep your skin vibrant and healthy on a regular basis, you must have followed a regime that exfoliates and nourishes the skin. Your regular skin care regime does not have to be an expensive or prescribed by a dermatologist. You can prepare an all nature skin care program right from your very own kitchen and still get the same results. Natural ways to skin brightening have no side effects at all. There are numerous ways to brighten your skin in a natural manner.

1. Well balanced diet

Eating a well balanced diet is essential for great skin. Be sure to eat foods rich in antioxidants and vitamins A, B,C and E. Vitamin c taken internally or topically on face is great for boosting complexion since it is a natural skin brightener and great for maintaining youthful looking skin. Dark green vegetables, dairy products, berries and fish are also vital for youthful looking skin.

2. Exfoliation

Exfoliation is an age old method used to brighten skin. Ancient Egyptians used exfoliation to remove dull and dead skin and reveal the new skin. There are many exfoliating products available in the market, including scrubs as well as chemical peels.

3. Home made remedies

1. Cucumber: Mix cucumber paste and 3 pinches of turmeric powder. Also add half teaspoon of lemon juice... This removes tan and also treats acne.

2. Honey: Honey is effective in case of skin brightening. You can take one tea spoon of honey and one tea spoon of lime. Apply it on your face and keep it for some time. It helps to provide a radiant glow on your face. You can use this method of skin brightening at least three times in a week.

3. Milk: Milk is also effective in case of skin brightening. You can apply milk on daily basis. It works as a natural skin brightener.

4. Egg white: Egg white is very effective in case of skin brightening. You can apply egg white once in a week for radiant glow on your face.

5. Gram flour and curd: Application of gram flour and curd is excellent for sun tan.

6. Orange: Cut an orange into two and massage each half on the face for at least 20 minutes.

7. Almonds: Soak 4 almonds overnight in a little water. Grind into a fine paste using milk. Apply on face and neck and leave it overnight. Wash with cold water in the morning. Do this daily.

4. Water

Last but not the least; water is very important for hydrating the body and skin. Drinking 8-10 glasses of water a day will help your skin feeling soft and supple. These entire home recipes must be accompanied with a proper diet including lots of fresh vegetables, fruits and plenty of water.If you eat the right foods, exfoliate, and apply a good skin-brightening home remedy, you will be able to obtain the luminous and bright complexion you desire.