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5. Gram Flour And Rose Water (Or Yogurt)
Gram flour has been found to possess antimicrobial properties that can protect the skin from infection. Rosewater can revitalize and moisturize the skin and give it a refreshed look .

Yogurt has been found to improve the brightness of skin . The probiotic bacteria in yogurt have also been found to keep your skin healthy and make it glow .

What You Need

• 2 tablespoons gram flour
• 2-3 teaspoons rose water or yogurt

What You Need To Do

1. Mix the ingredients till you get a smooth paste. Use rose water for normal and oily skin and yogurt for dry skin.
2. Apply the mask all over your face and let it stay on for about 20-30 minutes.
3. Rinse with warm water.

How Often You Need To Do This
You can do this thrice a week before going to bed.
Best Suited For All skin types

Caution
Make sure you use yogurt instead of rose water if you have dry skin, else this mask will make your skin drier.

6. Sandalwood Powder
Sandalwood has skin brightening and lightening properties. It inhibits the activity of tyrosinase, thus reducing melanin production. Almond powder and milk provide essential nutrients and cleanse the skin, making your skin healthier and lighter after a few applications.

What You Need

• 1 tablespoon sandalwood powder
• 1 tablespoon almond powder
• Milk

What You Have To Do

1. Mix the sandalwood and almond powders with enough milk to make a smooth paste.
2. Apply this to clean skin and leave it on for 20 minutes.
3. Wash with lukewarm water. If you feel any dryness after washing, moisturize your skin well.

How Often You Need To Do This
Apply this mask two to three times a week.
Best Suited For All skin types

Caution
If you have never used sandalwood powder before, do a patch test on a small area on your forearm and observe for 24 hours. If no reaction or irritation develops, you can use this mask on your face.

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