If you have dark spots on your face either from sun damage or from acne or just age related, then this face mask is for you. This is an all natural face pack and I do feel, if you can put it in your body then its definitely safe to put on your skin! My sunspots are from walking to school from home,for years, without any protection from the sun. In those days the concept of using SPF creams or even wearing a hat to protect your face was unheard of. Years of sun exposure have definitely left there mark on my face. I use this face mask at least twice a week.
Ingredients for face mask
The lemon juice provides Vitamin C which is known for its collagen boosting and skin lightening properties. According to Alexander J. Michels, Ph.D.,Linus Pauling Institute,Oregon State University,”Vitamin C contributes to photoprotection, decreases photodamage, and is needed for adequate wound healing.” He goes on to say” Topical application of vitamin C appears to be an effective route for delivering ascorbic acid to the skin because ascorbic acid appears to be taken up readily at an acidic pH. You can read more about it here.
Now the pH of lemon is 2-3 where as the pH of our skin is 5.5.So when we have to dilute the acidic juice with Yogurt and honey. Yogurt applied topically as a face mask provides lactic acid which is an Alpha Hydroxy Acid which removes dead cells, exposing naturally glowing skin. 
Honey is natures anti bacterial moisturizer. Its been used for skin care since ages. Its important to use Raw, Organic Honey. This is honey in its most natural state, where it hasn’t been heated or processed in any way. It actually looks more like ghee in this form than honey! You can read more about the benefits of honey here.
Turmeric has taken the modern medicine world by storm, with Turmeric supplements and Turmeric Lattes(Our Haldi doodh, now has a fancy name) found in every drug store and coffee shop The Indians were on to something when they added it to every dish at every meal! Its anti bacterial and anti inflammatory properties are well known and in India till today, turmeric is applied to wounds and burns to heal. The brides in India even today are applied a mix of Turmeric and Gramflour/Besan before their wedding to make their skin glow!
Besan/Gram flour is used to mix and bind the ingredients and works as a gentle exfoliator of dead skin cells, allowing newer, cells to emerge giving the glow that we all want.
Our last ingredient Saffron, has anti bacterial and anti microbial properties and has been used as a skin lightening agent since ages. Its known to aid in blood circulation and glowing skin can be attributed to this property.
After you apply the face pack, leave it for minimum 30 minutes. I usually apply the pack when I am cooking and I tend to leave it longer than 30 minutes(But if you are new to it and don’t know how you will react, Please don’t do more than 30 minutes).
Wash Your face with any cleanser and always use an Alcohol Free Toner after that.This is to bring the pH level of your skin back to normal. Remember we talked about Lemons being acidic and having a lower pH than our skin! I have seen the toner will also take away any traces of turmeric that are left after cleansing.
If you are going out of the house, Please, always use Sunscreen, especially after using a face pack. If you are home, then put a moisturizer after washing and toning. I normally like to put a light layer of Vitamin E oil or a Moisturizer. I don’t use any night cream on my face the day I put a pack. You will definitely notice a difference in your skin with regular use. Remember, this is an all natural face pack, there are no side effects!
Face Mask for reducing dark spots and pigmentation
Materials
- 3/4 tsp lemon juice
- 3/4 tsp Yogurt/Dahi
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric/Haldi
- 1 1/2 to 2 tsp Gramflour/Besan
- 1/2 tsp Raw Organic Honey
- Few Strands of Saffron
Instructions
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In a small glass bowl with a lid, Squeeze lemon juice.
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Add Yogurt, Turmeric, Gramflour and Honey, Mix well
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Add few strands of Saffron and mix well.
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Apply 2-3 times a week.
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Store in Refrigerator for a week to ten days.
This is not meant as medical advise, this is what worked for me. If you have serious skin issues, please consult a dermatologist before using this face pack.
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