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Seven Herbs Your Skin Will Love

When it comes to looking after one's skin, experts state that natural ingredients are the safest and the most effective. Skin problems like acne, blemishes, dry skin, itchy skin, oily skin and rashes can be treated with herbs dedicated only for skin.

Herbs like neem, tulsi and mint are considered to be one of the best ingredients to apply on the skin if suffering from acne and boils. The properties present in these three specific pungent herbs heal the affected area and also promote better looking skin after the acne or boil has disappeared.

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Likewise, scented herbs like hibiscus, aloe vera and jojoba are used on skin that is sensitive. These three scented herbs for skin help remove scars and other stubborn marks.

On the other hand, experts suggest you to use these herbs on skin that is not irritated and torn, as some of these herbs might aggravate the tender worn out skin.

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So, if you're looking to get rid of those skin problems in less than 7 days or so, here are some of the best herbs that are gentle and good for skin.

Try these 7 Herbs for skin:

Neem

Neem

A handful of neem leaves are ground to powder. Mix two tablespoons of rose water to the neem powder to make a thick paste. Apply this paste directly on acne to help get rid of the skin problem. This herb for acne skin also helps remove the mark when the pimple turns dry.

Jojoba

Jojoba

Jojoba leaves are crushed to powder. Add two drops of jojoba oil to 1/2 a teaspoon of jojoba powder to make a thin paste. Apply this thin paste over the inflamed boil. Massage the paste directly over the boil and allow it to dry. Repeat the procedure when the paste is dry. This is one of the herbs that are good for skin.

Lotus

Lotus

Grind to paste half a lotus leaf. Add one teaspoon of lotus oil to the paste and mix well. This herbal paste is then applied to dry and itchy skin. This natural lotus herb is good for the skin and promotes a shine too if used regularly.

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is one of the best herbs for skin. Cut one aloe vera leaf and slice it to half. The fresh gel from the plant is then directly applied to the rash. Massage the gel in circular motion over the affected area and allow it to dry. This herb is good for the skin and should be used twice a day to treat the skin problem.

Olive Oil

Olive Oil

Olive oil is a mild oil and is the best to use on skin. Crush to paste two olive leaves. Add one drop of olive oil to the paste. Apply this herbal paste on your wrinkles to help lighten the dark signs of ageing.

Hibiscus

Hibiscus

This sweet smelling flower and it's leaf are beneficial for the skin. Make a thick paste out of both the flower and leaf. Apply this paste on oily skin to reduce the production from the oil glands.

Mint

Mint

Mint is a pungent herb and it is not advisable to use on open irritated skin. Mint is a good herb for skin that has dark spots and stubborn scars. The properties present in this herb will soothe the skin and cleanse the pores too.

Story first published: Thursday, November 26, 2015, 20:47 [IST]
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