I’ve formed a list of seven best flowers which are high-quality not only regarding their color,beauty or fragrance but can work wonders for your hair and skin as well. Perhaps you have one of those in your garden and yet you do not make the most use of them because you lack the awareness.
Fret not! Here are some of the tips and tricks using which you can avail the benefits of these flowers and get more beautiful each day. So, what are you waiting for? Read through and thank me later!
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Hibiscus
Hibiscus leaves works as an herbal hair conditioner as they include a higher amount of ‘mucilage polysaccharides’. Take 10 to 15 of its leaves, wash them carefully and boil them for about 10 minutes. Cool the water and then rinse your hair with the extract. Repeat it twice a week and you’ll see visible softness in your hair. It is ideal for hair growth, reduces hair loss and makes your hair shiny as well.
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Rose
Take fresh rose petals and some drops of honey. Make yourself a nice and herbal lip-balm using the two ingredients.It will not only make the lips softer but also bring their natural hue back. You can also add sugar to the mixture for turning it into a lip scrub.
Pour 10 drops of rosewater and 1/2 a spoon of glycerin in a bowl. Apply this on your face overnight after your night time skincare regimen. It feels a little sticky but it is a great toner for the skin and hydration booster as well.
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Jasmine
Take fresh jasmine petal in a bowl and add a few drop of coconut oil to them. Make a paste by grating them together. Apply the mixture on your face and leave it for about 10 to 15 minutes. This face mask is for a natural and healthy glow. Plus, it helps hydrating the skin and making it plumper.
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Calendula or pot marigold
Brew 3 spoonfuls of calendula petals in a cup of water for 15 mins. Rinse your face with this extract frequently. It’s a good remedy for acne, blotches and spots.
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Chamomile
Take dried or freshly picked chamomile petals, lemon juice and raw milk and apply the paste for five mins. It works as a herbal cleanser and it works great on spots, scars and pigmentation. Plus, it also helps in toning the skin.
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Marigold
Take some marigold petals and smooth them in cold water. Now mix the petals in 1 tsp of honey and 1 tsp of complete milk, churn the combination until thoroughly mixed. Then, apply this as amazing hydratingface mask evenly on your face. Keep it on for 15 minutes and rinse your off with water.
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Lavender
Lavender contains skin-lightening properties and using itwill make your complexion significantly clearer. Eliminate petals from lavender flower and boil them for a couple of minutes. Strain the water to separate the petals and add some amount of oat powder to make a thick paste. Apply this paste and scrub it off once dried up, with the cold water.
About the Author: Sania is a student of accounts and finance. She enjoys shopping, trying out skincare remedies and blogging about anything that is related to beauty and self-care. Her love for pets, tea and travelling is eternal. She ritually posts at The Smart Women Blog.
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Sanya
- October 18, 2017
