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Best Uses Of Milk For Hair And Skin

Milk is loaded with nutrients and vitamins that makes it a healthy choice for both the skin and hair. Milk is known to have too many benefits for skin and hair care.

There are several ways by which we can beautify our body with milk. Using milk on the skin makes it appear supple, soft, radiant and glowing. It deeply hydrates the skin.

Milk can also be used to maintain a healthy mane. It nourishes the scalp, conditions it and makes it appear bouncy. The goodness of milk can replace all the expensive beauty ingredients. Milk has versatile uses for the hair and skin.

It acts as a cleanser, toner, moisturiser and a hair conditioner too. Use milk as a part of your beauty regimen and notice the difference. There are many uses of milk for hair and skin that you must be aware of.

Therefore, in this article, we at Boldsky will be listing out some of the benefits of using milk for hair and skin care. Read on to know more about it.

 As A Cleanser

As A Cleanser

Milk serves as a great cleanser for the skin. It cleans up the dirt that is deposited in the pores of the skin. Dip a cotton ball in cold milk. Rub and dab it all over the skin and wash it off later.

 As A Bleach

As A Bleach

Milk when mixed with lemon acts as a best natural bleach. Mix milk, honey with some besan and lemon and apply it on to the skin. Leave it on for sometime and later rinse. It clears up the tan and increases the skin's complexion.

 As A Scrub

As A Scrub

Milk can be used to make one of the most effective natural scrubs. Grind a few almonds and mix it with an adequate amount of milk. Use this as a natural scrub to get rid of the whiteheads and blackheads.

 As A Toner

As A Toner

Milk has been used as a skin toner for a long time. It reduces the oiliness of the skin and hydrates it. It is best suited for an oily skin. Dip cotton in milk, rub it all over the face. Leave it on for a while and later wash it off.

 Anti-acne Treatment:

Anti-acne Treatment:

Milk is an anti-acne agent. It reduces the oiliness of the skin, thereby preventing acne. It also fights against bacteria that is responsible for acne. Rub milk over the acne. Leave it on for a while and rinse it off.

As A Conditioner For Hair

As A Conditioner For Hair

Milk is good for the hair when applied externally. It deeply conditions the hair and nourishes the scalp and hair follicles. It makes the hair healthy and adds a nice shine to it.

 As A Hair Mask

As A Hair Mask

Milk can be used as a pre-wash hair mask to give nourishment to the hair and scalp. Mix milk with a few chunks of banana. Apply it entirely on to the scalp. Leave it on for sometime and later rinse thoroughly

Story first published: Friday, February 19, 2016, 11:37 [IST]
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