Skin Brightening Tamarind Ayurvedic Beauty Recipe

Tamarind is one of the amazing beauty ingredient in ayurveda.Tamarind is most acidic fruit due to its tartaric acid .Tartaric acid is an acid found naturally in many plant species and the fruits they produce.In tamarind the acid content level is between 8 to 12 per ,it also has other acids like mallic acid and citric acid . But the tartaric acid is so beneficial for skin health this acid is well known in skincare and cosmetic companies ,it is one of the powerful ingredient for making skin toners.moisturisers,anti aging products,conditioners,shampoos ,sun care products etc.It is used to balance the products ph level.It is also listed as AHA (alpha hydroxy acid).We all know AHA is so good for skin ,it has exfoliating properties that removes the dead skin cells and makes the skin glowing new kinda translucent.But the AHA's like tartaric acid is extremely good for anti aging ,due to repeated or heavy sun exposure fibroblasts and its production declines ,these fibroblasts are the cells that produce skin collagen . When the collagen production is reduced skin develops wrinkles,shows aging signs like spots,lines ,skin will loses its firmness and charm . The tartaric acid aha found in tamarind works good on dermal layer by boosting collagen production.Tartaric acid along with other AHA's are good for producing acne products it unclog skin pores ,it can  clean the skin surface. When Aha's  applied on skin it can remove dark pigmentations , clear black dots,good in removing sun spots and melasma that is why it is used for skin peeling purpose.The tartaric acid is natural acid that is derived from plants and fruits (it is also found in grapes ,cranberries etc) for some people  when the concentration level of acid  is high it can lead to mild skin irritation like redness/itching /flaking skin problems at the very first time when they use.So when you actually try the remedy its my personal suggestion to add neutraliser for the safety. 

Mask Making Procedure 

Here I have clearly explained tamarind beauty recipes 

How to make tamarind paste ?

Take a lemon size tamarind deseed it and soak the tamarind in a small cup of water .After 10 minutes crush it to extract the pulp take away the veins and waste.Now use this freshly extracted tamarind pulp for face mask.

You can directly apply the pulp on your face for skin lightening,brightening and cleaning the skin layer.It will unclog the skin pores removes sun spot,corrects discolouration,removes pigmentation and work good as anti aging mask. You also use the tamarind water on your skin as skin toner. But if you look for proper beauty mask i am gonna share this recipe.

Skin Nourishing Massage With Tamarind 

One spoon of your favourite skin butter (Shea/cocoa/Mango butter) Alternative to butters you can add milk cream if you have dry or sensitive skin,for oily skin and acne prone skin do not mix butters,2 spoon melted chocolate and 2 spoon tamarind paste. Blend everything and give a gentle massage and rinse it .

Tamarind Skin Brightening Mask

All you need is 2 spoon fresh tamarind paste add it with a spoon of kaolin clay (i am not suggesting fullers earth when you make this tamarind brightening skin pack the concentration level of contents should be considered).Kaolin clay comes in different colours white is enough for this mask. Kaolin clay is good for dry and sensitive skin as well . When you actually blend it with this clay it is can be very gentle on skin . For neturalising we are blending it with tanmarind paste. Cleanse the skin and apply this mask allow it for 10 to 15 minutes and rinse off

Tamamarind Ayurvedic Skin Bleaching Mask:

A spoon of Tamarind pulp paste ,a spoon of honey mixed in a spoon of lime juice works like natural skin bleach. It cleanse skin pores unclog dirts makes it clean and increase skin complexion

Tamarind Skin Polish Theraphy:

2 Spoon Brown Sugar (Organic jaggery powder )

2 Spoon Tamarind Paste 

2 Spoon Glycerin 

Mix everything in a clean bowl after cleansing face apply this exfoliator on face allow it for 3 minutes and gently give rotation moment for exfoliating again leave it for 5 minutes and rinse it with water.

Get To Know - Tamarind Benefits

Since childhood tamarind is my favourite when i was kid, i played under a shadow of giant old tamarind tree aww still that's kinda nostalgic when i write this beautiful childhood memories are coming to my mind . I have tasted its flowers ,tiny growing leaves ,green baby tamarind and fruits,every morning me and my friends walk around the tree to pick fallen tamarinds ,we add salt or chilly powder to eat the fresh green tamarind that tastes woaaa sour yuMmm  . Every tamarind tree has different types of  tamarind some trees yield sweet fruits and some other trees yield fruits kind of sour in taste . Generally the sweet ones are good to taste raw and the sour ones will be used for preparing tamarind water that is pepper water (south indian cooking method ). Not only for cooking in villages after cooking vessels like copper /silver /aluminium vessels can be washed with tamarind for removing stained discolouration or the blemish mark people use tamarind just like a dishwasher and that works .We eat tamarind for digestion , its so good for the digestive system,this sweet and tangy fruit has lots of benefits it is also legume.In india we preserve our cuisine by adding little amount of  tamarind in dishes,it  works like natural preservative for storing currys /gravys.Tamarind extracts were also reported to be antimicrobial, anti-venom, antioxidant, wound healing, and effective against diabetes, malaria, and asthma. I read an article "Each 100 grams of tamarind contain 36% of the thiamin, 35% of the iron, 23% of magnesium and 16% of the phosphorus recommended for a day's worth of nutrition. Other prominent nutrients include niacin, calcium, vitamin C, copper, and pyridoxine ".You can store tamarind for years .But if you store it for more than one year that will look dry or kinda shrinked

Tamarind trees can produce long curvy brown shelled fruits it has brown to black seeds inside sectioned like tiny compartment :P  i mean the way it looks . Generally in market you can get the processed tamarind which may look like layered sheets, juice base/syrup or sometimes it can be natural for exporting purposes -raw shelled packed but that depends.When you buy in supermarket may be it can come with additives that can alter the natural nutritional benefits.

In a medical article i read the goodness of tamarind , it is said this fruit has liver protective qualities .It has been shown to decongest the liver and gallbladder, as well as to provide antioxidant protection from free radical damage to the liver.There they also mentioned studies were showing " Liver retained normal hepatic function with fewer areas of damage ,when pre-treated with tamarind extracts, possibly related to the free radical scavenging effects".Apart from this generally tamarind is good for diabetes and obesity.Dried or boiled tamarind leaves and flowers are made into poultices for swollen joints, hemorrhoids, boils, sprains, and conjunctivitis.Recently modern medicine reasearches proved it is effective to treat abdominal pain, diarrhea, dysentery, parasitic infections, fevers, constipation, inflammation, gonorrhea, and eye diseases with tamarind theraphy.But i have used tamarind for stomach discomfort and indigestion that was absolutely amazing to treat digestion disorders.

Tamarind is good for skin and hair it has many ayurvedic benefits,you can apply the pulp of tamarind directly on skin it will unclogs pores good for exfoliating skin , it will clean the layer naturally . It has compunds like AHA's(Alpha-Hydroxy-Acids)which is good for skin enhance skin radiance naturally,helps in lightening and brightening skin.You can also use it like a toner .Good for natural bleaching ,it can be used for hydrating skin.It has anti oxidants works well as anti aging remedy. So beneficial for beauty and health. 

How to make tamarind soup syrup for treating digestion problem :

Here i share a simple recipe take a lime size tamarind pulp and cut that into half(use half of it otherwise entire recipe will be sour/tangy). Take 250ml water soak the tamarind. After 10 minutes crush it in hand so that the extract will be absorbed in water,remove the dried waste . Add coriander leaves 1/4 cup into the tamarind water add salt (if it is so much tangy add water  as much as you want to make the taste stable).Add powdered Cumin seeds 1 small spoon , pepper 1 spoon mix everything allow it to boil for 5 minutes . And then enjoy the tamarind soup syrup after a heavy meal or when you have digestion problem . You can prepare many recipes with tamarind like chuttneys /sweets/candy/curry or water based.

Fenugreek Cleansing Gel For Summer Skincare

I am interested in using best DIY products for beauty and wellness. My recent recipe is awesome one ,it is home made ,affordable,herbal and healthy. Tadaaa introducing home made fenugreek cleansing gel :D . You can make it within 8 hours .But before explaining about the procedure for making fenugreek seeds cleansing gel i would like to share why fenugreek seeds? In india we use fenugreek seeds for cooking also sometimes, as a medicine . The benefits are mindblowing this little seeds are wonderful for so many problems like heat,menstrual cramps,haircare etc.. But now lets see how it helps for skincare .

Botanical Name : Trigonella foenum-graecum

Skin Lightening Brightening Whitening

Fenugreek seeds are good in removing pigmentation. It can remove dark patches and uneven skin tone naturally . When it corrects discolouration gradually skin tone will be improved . When we have amazing remedy in our home ,why don't we give a try ? ;) .

Anti aging benefits of fenugreek seeds

When we touch 30's . Our skin can face changes , age spots may occur on our skin/freckles/moles ,dark spots are some of the major aging issues that can irritate us . Fenugreek prevents aging spots , it prevents wrinkles and finelines as well as,vitamin c in fenugreek seeds can prevent skin from UV rays and protect it from sun damage.It tightens skin prevent sagging

Fenugreek for skin infections and acne

Naturally It has healing agents to heal wounds , sun burns,scars ,stretch marks, dark circles and acne scars.It can heal minor burns , eczema and pimples. 
Skin Tightening :
If you are having skin sagging soak fenugreek seeds after 3 hours grind it like a paste and apply on skin for tightening. When you apply the paste on face ,i suggest you to apply that on neck and shoulder area as well ,it gives even look and tightens the skin. 

DIY Fenugreek Gel Cleanser

I was looking for a new method to use fenugreek i tried many recipes like face mask and hair mask etc...For a change i thought to use it like a cleanser . I soaked quater cup of methi (fenugreek seeds in water ) The water level should be full cup,i allowed the fenugreek seeds to absorb the water for 8 hours. After 8 hours seeds were soft (they absorbed water) and the essence of fenugreek seeds were blended in remaining water ,it was lik a gel . I filtered the seeds in hand, and stored the gel kind of water seperately to use it as skin cleanser. Applied the gel on my skin allowed it for 10 minutes and washed it with water . My skin was soft and clean after that gel theraphy . It made my skin cool and refreshed . I am totally surprised with the cleanser . It is so good for summer , you can easily make this gel and use it for cooling and soothing skin. It cures sun burns, small boil's and radiation skin problems,prickly heat boils and rashes .I decided to try this weekly twice - all over the body . It can be amazing natural trick for beauty as well as beneficial for summer skin care problems. Incase if you are looking for home made skin polishing gel you can try this . You can apply the gel on face,hands,neck,around the eyes,legs etc... Just try you may like this treatment . Don't soak it more than 8 hours and after 8 hours immediately you have to use this gel ,don't store it. Make it fresh use it fresh. If you soak seeds at  night use the gel next day morning . Don't waste the filtered seeds grind it and use as hair pack or else you can apply that as skin tightening pack .
Instant Fenugreek Gel :
If you want instant trick to make fenugreek seeds gel, you can use this method. Fresh aloevera gel 2 spoon and one spoon fenugreek seeds powder, blend well and use it for cleansing and cooling mask/refreshing pack/healing theraphy. 
You can use freshly extracted juice or else buy aloevera gel you can get it in amazon /super markets.
Other Benefits :
It is used for preparing various types of face mask /packs . It is excellent ingredient for making your own face pack and hair pack. Also you can apply fenugreek paste for washing hair and body . Especially use it during summer season ,it can revive tired eyes and work like cool eye mask .

Miraculous Drink Curry Leaves Tea

In india we use curry leaves for preparing various dishes most of our houses may have this tree in backyard. Curry leaves are so good for digestion it has fantastic aroma it can also be used for garnishing dishes but recently curry leaves tea is becoming popular beauty intake the reason is cool. It has various benefits it is amazing affordable regular supplement , we can get this herb almost in all the seasons. If you know the benefits you may be surprised i am going to share the preparation procedure too ,but let me start with sharing the goodness of curry leaves .

Why Curry Leaves?

Curry leaves are packed with good vitamins and minerals. It has fiber, calcium, phosphorous, iron , vitamins like vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin E and carbohydrates. In ayurveda curry leaves are used to cures so many problems like infections,diseases,indigestion etc, it is also used as herbal ingredient to prepare various types of ayurvedic oils,  as well as alternative medicines like siddha and unnani utilised this herb to cure various problems.This is complete medicinal herb ,not only the leaves the entire tree is packed with good medicinal benefits, leaves barks flowers fruits everything is packed with medicinal values . Let's explore the benefits of drinking curry leaves tea

What are the benefits of drinking curry leaf tea

BENEFITS :

1.It work as natural supplement ,it has natural anti oxidants which are natural defesnse to protect body & cells .currys leaves are rich in vitamins and minerals too which are necessary to keep us healthy. 

2.Curry leaves tea can increase the eye vision , if you want brigt eye sight it is good choice

3.It helps the digestive system to function better after a heavy meal you can use take this drink for digestion also it provides gastrointestinal protection it can cure stomach disorders

4.It controls blood sugar level it is good for the ones who are having diabetes,if you are looking for a drink whichs helps to cure diabetes or which can prevent diabetes try this tea recent research shows it is beneficial in controlling blood glucose levels

5.It protects heart . If you want to reduce bad  cholesterol drink curry leaves tea regularly 

6.Naturally you can reduce your weight by drinking this tea, after exercising if you wanna have warm drink take this herbal fitness recipe 

7.It is best beauty remedy it will prevet your skin from infections it stimulates natural healing for quick and clean healing of wounds drink this tea it is beneficial. It improves immunity effective in fighting against bacterial and fungal infections .

8.Curry leaves fight against cancer ,The chemical constituents found in curry leaves such as phenols are helpful in fighting cancers such as leukemia, prostate cancer etc

9.It cures insect bites ,protects kidney and liver too

10. The best remedy for complete haircare.It prevents hair fall and thinning of har ,it is good in strengthening hair roots and hair follicles.Prevents premature greying of hair,cure split ends. It can prevent scalp infections and cure it as well. if you want healthy shiny lustrous hair take this tea in ur routine.It stimulates hair growth . British actress anna friel told she used this magical tea for her hair care , to preserve the natural colour of her hair . 

How to make curry leaves tea ?

Now the procedures for preparing curry leaves tea , i suggest you to use dried powder, don't go for fresh springs it can take more time to release decotion so use powder to make this tea

Things we need :

Curry leaves powder - 1 spoon

Lime juice (for the flavour )

Honey - to add  sweetness

Take 1 1/2 cup of water in a pan and boil it add the curry leaves powder and strir it let that boil for few minutes to absorb the essence from the leaves. When the decotion is visible turn of the stove , fliter it add lime juice and honey for taste . If you have diabetes don't use honey.Hope y'll try this new recipe 

How to make curry leaves spray?/ Hair Tonic ?

Things we need 

1. D.Water 150 ml
2. Curry Leaf essential oil
3. Curry Leaves powde5 spoon or fresh leaves one cup

Take Freshly cleaned curry leaves springs one cup or powder 5 spoon, take a cup of D.water 150 ml approx boil it ,add the powder or fresh leaves stir it well. Wait for sometime let it boil , once the essence blends with water filter it keep it safe let it cool . Add 5 drops of curry leaves essential oil. Pour it in a spray bottle spray it in your hair regularly and give a gentle massage it works good and it can keep the scalp healthy. 

The Magical Mist Lavender Water

Lavender water has so many benefits, it is used in toners and skincare products for its refreshing and relaxing scent ,also for its properties like antimicrobial, lavender water helps healing wounds combats blemishes, prevents skin cancer it is useful remedy for burns, soothes bees stings. Ancient rome people used lavender water as bath soaks for its goodness like relaxing benefits and making the bath water germs free,lavender water calms and soothes the skin .It is excellent antioxidant plus regular use of lavender can delay skin ageing,good for the people who are having skin infection and  acne.It can be used as skin tonic.If we can make lavender water by ourself that would be great for our routine skincare and homecare. The reason why i haved added homecare is lavender water can be used as disinfectant and room spray air freshner.

Air purifier :

In my aromatheraphy course i learned this tip , to create instant refreshing smell in a room /during spa for the rich warm feeling , take a cotton ball add few drops of lavender essential oil ,in a mini bowl put the cotton ball(you can keep that in a dry bowl or else add water and mix few drops of lavender E.O) ,close the room for sometime , this smell will blend in air, it can completely freshen up air from that day this essentil oil turned as my favourite one . 

Does it helps for beautiful skin ?

Yes it does, for making the lavender mist here is the procedure

Skin toner/refreshing toner/facial toner

1. You can use dry flowers /fresh flowers 
2. 2 oz distilled water (to boil the flowers )or witch hazel 
3. Lavender Essential oil 20 drops 

The procedure is boil the flowers in distilled water , let the essence be absorbed ,take out the pan from the stove allow it to cool add essential oil and store it in a spraying bottle.If you opt for witch hazel, add the E.O's alone store it in a spray bottle.After cleansing face /after bath spray this mist on face allow it to air dry . The E.o amount should'nt be high ,you can reduce the amount but do not increase if you are not sure about your DIY quantity.E.o's are powerful as well as effective .

Lavender Disinfectant Recipe

• 1 Cup fresh or 1 and half cup dried lavender flowers
• Cheese cloth (For tying the flowers inside-making soaking flower bag )
• 10 drops of lavender essential oil

Pour the water in a pan and allow it to boil , in boiling water put the bag of flowers. Turn off the stove and allow it to cool cover the container after sometime remove the bag and pour the lavender water in a spraying bottle add the essential oil. You can use this for a month (keep it in fridge ). 

Lavender Linen Water

• 1½ ounces vodka
• 100 drops of lavender essential oil
• 2½ cups distilled water

Add oils and vodka to a spray bottle blend them in a bottle. Add distilled water ,Shake bottle again before using. Spray into your linen closet to refresh and scent sheets, pillowcases ,Cushion sheets,blankets, household linens.etc this can freshen the closet as well as protect it from small insects.Whenever you use essential oil prefer to use distilled water for making DIY's .You can add any refreshing E.O 's for making the linen recipe alternatively ,but lavender smells good.