Besan for Skin: 10 Best Natural Packs for All Skin Types

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4. For Dry, Flaky Skin

Thought besan only worked for oily skin? Think again. “Besan is an extremely neutral ingredient that is great for cleansing skin,” says Dr. Indu Ballani, Delhi-based Dermatologist. For dry, flaky skin, you can mix it with malai (fresh cream), milk, honey and turmeric to moisturise and nourish your skin.

Ingredients:
2 tablespoons of besan
1 tablespoon of malai (fresh cream)
1 teaspoon of milk
1 teaspoon of honey
A pinch of turmeric

Method:
1. Mix all the ingredients until you get a smooth paste.
2. Apply evenly all over the face by gently massaging it into your skin.
3. Leave it on for about 5 minutes, and then wash it off with cool water.
4. Pat your skin dry. For best results, repeat this cleansing regime once a week.

5. To Remove Sun Tan

Dr. Indu Ballani, Dermatologist, New Delhi, “To detan, you can mix besan with lemon and curd and apply on your skin for 15 minutes.” Wash it off with cool water after it dries.

Ingredients:
2 teaspoons of besan
1 slice of cucumber
2 slices of tomato
A pinch of turmeric
½ teaspoon malai/curd (curd if your skin is oily and milk cream if you have dry skin)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey

Method:
1. Grate cucumber and tomato, or use a grinder to make a paste.
2. Then add some malai or curd, depending on your skin type.
3. Add turmeric, lemon juice, honey, besan and mix well.
4. Apply this pack on your face and neck and leave it on till it dries. Rinse off with cold water.

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