Curd is one of the most common ingredients in several home remedies for skin and hair. It is comparatively cheaper ad readily available at your nearby stores. Hence, it proves out to be one of the most commonly used ingredients to maintain your skin and hair health.
Curd has numerous benefits as it has many minerals, vitamins, anti-inflammatory properties along with the ability to provide shine to your hair. There are many ways you can use curd for your hair as well as skin.
Curd has antibacterial properties to fight scalp infections and dandruff. It also helps in keeping itchiness along with vitamins such as B5 and D that are amazing for your hair.
Curd helps in brightening, tightening, and improving the elasticity of your skin. It keeps your skin hydrated, exfoliates your skin, and keeps microbial activity at bay.
Here are some easy and simple ways you can use curd for your hair as well as skin;
1) HONEY-CURD:
Honey and curd have high anti-microbial properties. They also help in moisturizing your skin and brightening your skin to a lot of extents. Add 1 tablespoon of honey with 2 tablespoons of curd in a bowl.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly and apply the same on your face. Leave it for 20 minutes and wash it off with cold water. Repeat this twice a week for amazing results.
2) CURD-TOMATO JUICE:
Tomato juice is considered to be soothing and anti-inflammatory agent for long now. Add 2 tablespoon of tomato juice and 1 tablespoon of curd in a bowl. Mix the ingredients and make a paste.
Apply the mixture on your face and leave it for 10 minutes before washing it off. This will help you in brightening your skin and make it look rejuvenated.
3) Curd-Oats:
Oats are popular as a skin brightening and anti-inflammatory agent for your skin. Add 2 tbsp of oats and 1 tbsp of curd in a bowl. You can either add lemon juice or honey if you want it to be a little more effective.
Mix the ingredients and apply the same on your face. Let it dry for a few minutes and wash it off. This will brighten, smoothen, and clear your skin instantly.
4) Curd-Gram flour:
Curds prove out to become an amazing face pack when combined with gram flour. Mix 1 tbsp of curd with 2 tbsp of gram flour and make a paste. Apply the paste on your face and leave it on your face for 5-10 minutes before washing it off with cold water.
5) Curd-Turmeric:
Turmeric is popular for its anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, and healing properties. Add 1 tbsp of curd and ½ tbsp of turmeric in a bowl and mix the ingredients.
Apply the mixture on your face and let it dry for a few minutes. Wash it off with cold water and pat dry. Repeat this once/twice a week for better results.
6) Curd-Banana:
The curd and banana face pack is not to be missed out on. Mash one banana in a bowl and add 2 tbsp curd along with 2 tbsp rose water. Mix the ingredients thoroughly and make a thick paste.
Apply the mix on your face and let it sit for 15-20 minutes on your face before washing it off. Repeat this once a week for amazing results.
7) Curd-Olive oil:
Add 2 tbsp of curd and 1 tbsp of olive oil in a bowl. Apply the mix on your face and leave it for 15 minutes. Wash it off and repeat this twice a week. This face pack will tighten and brighten your skin to a lot of extents.
8) Curd, Banana, Gram Flour, and Egg White:
Add 1 egg white, 1 teaspoon of gram flour and 1 small mashed banana with 2 tablespoons of curd in a bowl. Mix all these ingredients and prepare a paste. Apply the mix on your face and leave it for 10-15 minutes for better results.
9) Curd, Turmeric Powder, and Mustard Oil:
If you want clear and smooth skin, then this face pack is just for you. Add 2 tablespoons of curd, 1 tablespoon of turmeric powder, and a few drops of mustard oil together and apply all over your face. Let it dry for a few minutes and wash it off with cold water.
Curd for hair:
10) Curd-Fenugreek for dandruff:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup curd
- 5 tsp fenugreek seed powder
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Add the above-mentioned ingredients in a bowl and mix them. Apply the mix to your hair with the help of your brush and wear a shower cap. Leave it for 40 minutes and then wash it off. Repeat this once a week to get rid of dandruff.
11) Curd- Aloe vera for strong hair:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of curd
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp aloe vera gel
- 2 tbsp basil leaves paste
- 2 tbsp curry leaf paste
Add the above-mentioned ingredients in a bowl. Mix the ingredients and apply to your hair with a brush. Leave it for 30 minutes before washing it off with cold water. This hair pack will make your hair stronger and smoother.
12) Curd-honey for smooth hair:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of curd
- 2 tbsp honey
Add the ingredients in a bowl and mix. Apply the mixture on your hair and leave it for 25-30 minutes. This hair pack will smoothen and condition your hair instantly.
Try these today and let us know about the amazing results.