Tips for glowing skin in summer at home

Summer has already started and we all are very excited that we can flaunt our sleeveless dress and can roam around in our shorts, tank top and those flip flops. But everything comes at a price and in summer our skin pays the price.

The sun’s damaging ultraviolet rays can do more than just burn you. Did you know the sun’s rays can even hit you when you’re indoors? It seems like you really do need sun protection wherever you go.

As our body’s largest organ, we must protect our skin, and it all starts with prevention and daily steps to keep our skin hydrated and healthy. Good news is, you can easily make summer skin care at home a reality. We’ve pulled together some of our favorite homemade recipes to help you not just get through the summer sun, but to also enjoy your time in the sun!

Oily skin type needs maximum care. Their skin is more prone to blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, and acne. No matter what they do, oily skin appears thick, greasy, and shiny and dull all the time. Luckily, there are a few natural beauty tips to get rid of that unwanted shine, leave skin clean, clear and help you restore a radiant, glowing and oil-free complexion.

Do follow these summer skin care tips at home and flaunt your glowing skin like never before even during the scorching summer season.

      Protect

One of the most critical things you can do to keep your skin healthy, younger looking and evenly toned is to wear sunscreen every day. This is especially true when you're pregnant because your skin might be more sensitive and prone to burning. If you tend to have breakouts or skin irritations, look for oil-free or extra-gentle sunscreens especially formulated for facial skin.

     Moisturizer

 What’s easier than making a moisturizer with only 2 ingredients? Green tea and cucumber are especially awesome in summer skincare products because it can actually reverse sun damage. And since it’s whipped, it’s a great lightweight option for summer, rather than a heavy cream to weigh you down.

     

          Ice Cube Facial

People with oily skin tend to have enlarged pores because of the overactive sebaceous glands. This makes the skin appear thick, dull and coarse. Try this simple beauty tip after washing your face in the morning. Wrap 2 to 3 ice cubes in a muslin cloth and rub for 2 to 3 minutes. Ice facial works wonders for oily skin, it shrinks the size of large pores, reduces pimples, under eye puffiness, hydrates, boost blood circulation and helps improves skin glow. This is an easy tip to make oily skin glow in summer.

      Watermelon

The seeds of watermelon are just as beneficial, if not more, than the fruit. Watermelon contains several antioxidants that help defy the signs of aging on the skin and, therefore, making it looks firmer, younger and healthier. Moreover, the seeds of the fruit contain unsaturated fatty acids such as linoleic acid that keep the skin elastic and youthful.

     

            Water

An increasing graph of water consumption is always healthy. Apart from keeping us hydrated internally and maintaining the skin moisture level, it also prevents wrinkle in the long run. Drink your way to a healthy skin with at least eight to nine glasses a day.

      Cleanse

The first step to glowing summer skin is effective cleansing. Warm, sticky weather can play havoc with your skin, especially if it's combination or oily, opening the pores, stimulating sebum production and breaking you out in spots, so opt for a purifying deep-cleansing product to really clear out those pores. If your complexion tends to be dry and sensitive, try a mild soothing product instead.

     Tan

You can prepare a homemade mask for tan removal. Make a paste of 2 to 3 almonds, 1 teaspoon of lime juice and 2 teaspoons of milk. Leave this pace pack on the face overnight and wash the face with lukewarm water in the morning. This will not only remove tan but will also give you a healthy glowing skin.

      Exercise

Exercise also increases the blood circulation of the body and promotes the supply of blood that gives the skin a natural and healthy glow.

       Aloe Vera For Dry Skin

Cut the aloe leaf diagonally and extract the gel present inside it. Apply some of this fresh gel on the face and massage it in, so it is absorbed into the skin. Leave the gel overnight. Store the remaining gel in an air-tight container in a cool place.

               Glycerin

Combine glycerin with rose water and apply on the dry patches of your skin. Leave the glycerin mix on for a few hours. If you feel that it is too tacky, you can rinse it off after an hour or so.

                  Vaseline

Take a small amount of the jelly, massage the entire face. Vaseline is basically composed of petroleum jelly or petrolatum. This ingredient is used to lock in the moisture and prevent water loss from the skin (17).   It can be a little greasy; hence it is best used as an overnight treatment. Do not forget to cover your pillow with an old T-shirt or towel to prevent soiling your pillow case.

                     Multani Mitti

Take 2 tablespoons multani mitti (Fuller’s earth), 1 tablespoon cucumber juice and 1 teaspoon honey OR 1 tablespoon milk. Mix everything together to get a thick paste. Adjust the consistency with some water as required. Apply this as a face pack and let it dry for 15 minutes. Rinse it off with plain water.

                       Ginger

Gingerols are the phytochemicals found in the highest concentrations in ginger. They have antioxidant properties that reduce the free radical damage that your skin has undergone. Anti-inflammatory compounds are also found in ginger (44). These properties will treat the underlying causes, dullness, and dryness to a great extent. Honey is the moisturizing component of this face pack.

Extract fresh ginger juice and add honey and rose water to it. Mix everything together. Apply on the face using your fingertips or a face pack brush. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes and then rinse it off.

                     Pumpkin (seeds)

Pumpkin seeds are the powerhouse loaded with vitamins A and C, minerals, antioxidants. They are also rich in zinc - vital in the creation of new skin cells which help to regulate oil production and lessen the appearance of open pores. Eat ½ tablespoon of pumpkin seeds, or else, apply a face mask made from 3 teaspoons pumpkin, ½ teaspoon milk, and ½ teaspoon honey. Wash your face with clean water after 15-20 minutes.

                 Wash Your Face Twice Daily

Wash your face every day twice daily with a cleanser or face wash to keep it clean and dirt free. If you feel you can wash with plain water other times. Make sure to choose your face wash or cleanser according to your skin type to suit your best.

                    Powder

The glow looks great, but grease doesn't! With the mercury rising, you're bound to sweat. If you have oily skin then you might be prone to more breakouts. Keep a translucent pressed powder compact on hand, and blot your skin frequently with a powder puff or tissue tipped in powder to absorb extra sweat and oil. You'll look fresh and it'll help keep breakouts under control.

Follow any of these steps and enjoy this summer with glowing and cool skin. It is right to take care your skin at right time.