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5 DIY Moringa Face Mask Recipes Your Skin Will Thank You For

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Moringa Face Mask Recipes – Moringa leaves contain proteins, vitamins, minerals and various phyto chemicals that help prevent deficiencies and a myriad other diseases.

Remember, Intake of Moringa should be avoided by pregnant women.

Nutrients In Moringa Leaf

Moringa leaves are rich in Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Copper, Iron, Sulphur, Various Phyto chemicals and amino acids. šŸ™‚

In short, The superfood Moringa has,

25 times more IRON than leafy green spinach

More Vitamin C than oranges(7+)

10+ times more Vitamin A than carrots

More Potassium than bananas(15+)

15+ times more calcium than milk

More protein than Curd/Yogurt (8+)

Just WoW !!!

 

Health Benefits

Anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory

Prevents and cures both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes

It has anti-cancer properties

Boosts immunity

Reduces heart burn, acidity and stomach ulcer

Lowers blood pressure and cholesterol levels

As moringa has 28gm of iron in it, it is perfect for those with iron deficiencies.

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Are All Moringa Powders Equally Good?

No, not really.

In the hot summers and rainy season, You can find that the moringa leaves are abundant in Vitamin A when compared to other vitamins in it.

While, in winter season, the leaves become rich in Iron and vitamin C.

In simple words, depending upon when you are harvesting it, the nutrient content also changes.

Moringa Benefits For Skin

As you all know, Vitamin C helps improve theĀ  elasticity of the skin as well as boost collagen production.

Thus, it helps delay the signs of ageing like fine lines and prevents sagging of the skin which means,Ā  younger looking skin.

The antioxidants in moringa powder work to neutralise free radical damage caused by the sun/environmental pollution.

This in turn prevents premature ageing and keeps our skin healthy for a long time.

Is Moringa Suitable For Oily Skin?

Being anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial, moringa helps treat and prevent skin problems.

It also controls excess sebum production and hence, prevents clogged pores.

Moringa For Dry/Sensitive skin?

As i mentioned above, moringa has anti-inflammatory properties which helps soothe irritated and dry skin conditions related to Psoriasis, and Eczema.

When combined with the right ingredients, moringa face mask can improve skin texture by encouraging wound healing and cell repair.

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Moringa And Aloe Vera Gel Face Mask

Suitable for oily skin.

  • Moringa Powder – 1 Tablespoon
  • Clay – 2 Teaspoon (Bentonite, Multani mitti or Kaolin clay)
  • Honey – 1 Teaspoon
  • Aloe Vera GelĀ  – As needed to make a paste

This face pack is cleans out your pores of excess oil, dirt and bacteria.

The ingredients does prevent new acne from popping up.

Aloe Vera gel and honey helps soothe, nourish and moisturise the skin.

Use this face mask 2 times a week for best results.

Moringa And Turmeric Face Mask

Face mask for acne and pimples.

  • Moringa Powder – 1 Tablespoon
  • Turmeric Powder – 1/2 teaspoon
  • Raw Honey – 1 Teaspoon
  • Rose Water/Lemon juice – As needed

Moringa and turmeric face mask helps treat pimples and keep them at bay.

You can use this as a daily spot treatment or use along with the above face mask on alternate days for best results.

Use 3-4 times a week.

Moisturise afterwards and use sunscreen as lemon juice may leave your skin light sensitive.

Another simple recipe for acne prone skin would be,

  • Moringa Powder – 1 Tablespoon
  • Raw Honey – 1 Teaspoon
  • Tea Tree Oil – 2 Drops

Another moringa face mask recipe suitable for spot treatment.

This face pack can be used daily on the pimples until they dry out. You may add aloe vera gel if you desire.

Hydrating And Soothing Moringa Face Mask

Face Mask For Sensitive Skin

  • Moringa Powder – 1 Tablespoon
  • Oat Meal – 2 Teaspoon
  • Rose water – As needed

Oat meal is The Perfect ingredient for sensitive skin. It is really soothing on the skin and helps calm skin irritations and dry skin conditions like scaly patches, redness and itching.

You can use this face mask 3-4 times a week.

For extra nourishment, substitute rose water with yogurt or milkĀ  whichever suits your skin best.

Moringa And Yogurt Face Mask

Face Mask For Dry Skin And Mature Skin

  • Moringa powder – 1 Tablespoon
  • Yogurt – 2 Tablespoons
  • Raw Honey – 1 Teaspoon
  • Mashed Banana/Avocado – 2 Tablespoons (Optional)

This is an antioxidant packed face mask that deeply nourishes dull lifeless skin.

It also provides anti-ageing benefits and keeps your skin youthful and glowing.

Use this face mask 3 times a week for best results.

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