Apply a thin film, leave 20 minutes, rinse with cool water.

Benefits

  • Polysaccharides stimulate new collagen

  • Honey and flax add deep hydration and omega-3 nourishment

3. Rice “Glass-Skin” Gel

Ingredients Required

  • 2 tbsp cooked rice, mashed

  • 1 tbsp aloe-vera gel

  • 1 tsp rose water

  • 3 drops vitamin E oil

Procedure

Blend the rice paste with aloe, rose water and vitamin E until silky.

Instructions

Store in a pump bottle; use as a morning moisturising mask for 10 minutes.

Benefits

  • Refines texture for a porcelain glow

  • Calms redness and locks in moisture

4. Turmeric Dark-Spot Eraser Gel

Ingredients Required

  • ½ tsp wild turmeric powder

  • 2 tbsp aloe-vera gel

  • 1 tbsp yoghurt

  • 1 tsp honey

Procedure

Whisk all ingredients into a bright-yellow gel. Patch-test to avoid staining.

Instructions

Spot-treat pigmentation, leave 15 minutes, rinse with lukewarm water.

Benefits

  • Curcumin visibly fades dark spots

  • Lactic acid in yoghurt provides gentle exfoliation

5. Flaxseed Firming Gel

Ingredients Required

  • 2 tbsp homemade flaxseed gel

  • 1 tbsp aloe-vera gel

  • 1 tsp rose water

  • 1 vitamin E capsule

Procedure

Whisk until clear and viscous; decant into a sterilised jar.

Instructions