Fenugreek and curd for naturally glowing skin

February 15, 2022 Written by GP Team

In previous posts I have already shared the benefits of exfoliation, I am sure most of you liked them. Apart from cleansing, toning and moisturizing we also need to exfoliate our skin once in a while to keep it soft, smooth and free from blemishes. Exfoliating your skin gently also helps to get rid of blackheads and whiteheads in the long run. If you are on the lookout for some natural exfoliator, then read this article till the end and I bet you will thank us later after trying out these scrubs. All the ingredients used are suitable for all skin types, still, if you have sensitive skin, then conduct a patch-test beforehand.

DIY Simple Fenugreek seed gentle exfoliating scrub recipe

Ingredients required:

Methi seeds/fenugreek seeds: 1 cup
Curd: 1 tablespoon

Procedure:

Soak half cup of methi seeds overnight and make them as a paste.
Take 2 spoons of this paste in a bowl.
Add 1 spoon of curd.
Mix it well.
Apply this mixture on your face.
This will remove the layer of dead skin from your face.

Frequency:

To get rid of blackheads and whiteheads from your face you have to use this scrub at least twice a week.

DIY Fenugreek-seed milk gentle exfoliating scrub recipe

Ingredients required:

Fenugreek seeds: 1 tablespoon
Full-fat milk: 2 tablespoons

Procedure:

Soak the fenugreek seeds in water overnight.
In the next morning, run it through a blender and make a smooth paste.
Add some milk in it.
Mix it well and your gentle exfoliating facial scrub is ready to use.
Cleanse your face with a regular face wash.
Pat dry your face with a clean face towel.
Then apply this scrub all over your face.
Gently exfoliate your face in small circular strokes with a light hand for a while.
Splash some running tap water on your face to rinse it off completely.
Wipe your face clean with a face towel.
Apply your regular moisturizer on your face.

Frequency:

Use this facial scrub twice a week with an interval of 3 days in between to get the best results.

DIY Fenugreek seed-basil leaf facial scrub recipe

Ingredients required:

Fenugreek seeds: 2 heaped tablespoons
Holy basil leaves: 5-6
Tea-tree essential oil: 2 drops

Procedure:

Soak fenugreek seeds in water overnight.
Was the basil leaves and then soak them in water for about 15 minutes.
In the next morning, run it through a blender to make a smooth paste.
Crush the basil leaves separately using a pestle and mortar.
Mix both the ingredients to make your own cruelty free gentle exfoliating facial scrub at home.
Wipe your face with a wet wipe to make sure that your face is squeaky clean.
Then apply this face pack evenly all over your face with a face pack applicator.
Let it sit for the next 20 minutes.
Then, gently scrub it off from your face in small circular strokes.
Wipe your face with a towel.
Apply a hydrating facial mist.
Once it dries up completely, follow up with a moisturizer.

Frequency:

To get a soft, smooth and glowing skin you have to use this face pack at least twice a week.

DIY Fenugreek facial scrub recipe with anti-aging benefits

Ingredients required:

Fenugreek seeds: 1 tablespoon
Steam-distilled rose water: 5 drops
Freshly extracted lemon juice: 3 drops

Procedure:

You can soak the fenugreek seeds in water overnight if you want to.
Then run it through a blender in the next morning to make a smooth paste.
Add all the other ingredients in the specified quantities in the mixing bowl.
Give it a good stir to make sure that everything gets mixed up well.
Wipe your face with a wet wipe to get rid of dirt, dust, and grime from your face.
Dot your face with this scrub.
Gently exfoliate in small circular strokes with a light hand for a while.
Then rinse it off with plain water.
Follow up with your toner and moisturizer to get the best results.

Frequency:

Use this facial scrub twice a week and you are good to go.

DIY Fenugreek seed-aloe vera gel facial scrub recipe for oily skin

Ingredients required:

Fenugreek seeds: 2 tablespoons
Aloe vera gel: 2 tablespoons

Procedure:

To prepare this scrub you have to soak fenugreek seeds in warm water overnight.
In the next morning, run it through a blender to get a smooth,lump-free paste.
Add some aloe vera gel in it and again mix it well to get your own gentle, exfoliating scrub.
Wipe your face with micellar water to remove all traces of makeup from your face.
Apply this scrub all over your face.
Gently exfoliate in small circular strokes for a while.
Then let it stay on your face for the next 30 minutes.
Rinse it off with running tap water.
Pat dry your face with a towel.
Spritz on a hydrating facial mist on your face.
Then, slather on a thick layer of moisturizer on your face.
Massage the product in your skin until and unless it gets absorbed completely.

Frequency:

To reap the maximum benefits from this scrub you have to use it every alternate day to get soft and smooth skin.

DIY Fenugreek seed-turmeric powder face pack recipe to get rid of blackheads

Ingredients required:

Fenugreek seeds: 1 tablespoon
Wild turmeric powder: just a pinch
Facial mist: as much as required

Procedure:

Run the fenugreek seeds through a blender to make a smooth powder.
Transfer the contents in a mixing bowl.
Add some turmeric powder in it and mix it well.
Then add enough facial mist in it to make a smooth paste.
Make sure that your face is squeaky clean before using this face pack cum scrub.
Spread this mixture evenly on your face.
Gently exfoliate in small circular strokes with a light hand for a while.
Then, leave it on until it dries up completely.
Then rinse it off with running tap water.
Pat dry your face with a clean face towel.
Follow up with a toner and a moisturizer to get the best results.