Okra or Lady’s Fingers has been a favourite of many of us since childhood when our parents would pack it in our lunch boxes and we would share it with our friends. But little did we know that it is an amazing ingredient for skincare!
The face packs made using Okra is excellent for glowing skin and anti-ageing solutions. The women in ancient Egypt as well used it in beauty regimes.
This vegetable is also useful for our hair.
Treat dandruff with the help of this vegetable which conditions our hair, moisturises the scalp and helps prevent itchiness and dryness. This curbs dandruff and keeps the scalp healthy and strong!
Moreover, if you want your white hair to turn to black hair natural hair, consider utilising Okra.
Glowing Skin
Ladyfinger is a rich source of nutrients like Vitamin A, C, folate and calcium. These work on our skin cells to make them healthier which in turn gives a beautiful glow to our skin. Try this face pack to utilise for that much wanted glowing skin where all you need is organic okra powder and water. Mix the two ingredients in a bowl to make a paste with a smooth consistency. Apply the paste on your face and let it sit for at least 15 minutes. Rinse it off with warm water. You can use this pack twice a week but be patient to see the result.
Youthful Skin
In case you haven’t noticed, most anti-ageing skincare products consist of Vitamin C which helps in boosting collagen and repairs skin tissues. It in important for increasing your skin’s elasticity. But why invest in these products when you can make your own at home using natural ingredients? Use ladyfinger to make your own face pack if the signs of ageing are bothering you.
DIY Anti-Ageing Face Pack
You Will Need:
6 ladyfingers
1 cup water
4 tbsp greek yogurt or hung curd will do
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
How To Make It:
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