Does your skin make you want to scream? It might be time to turn to ancient remedies with Ayurvedic ingredients
Calm irritated skin as you would your mind - with nature’s help as opposed to synthetic chemical-based treatments
Beauty today is a game of two halves.
On one side, there are artificial intelligence apps and virtual-reality facials more suited to sci-fi movies than real life. On the other, there’s a return to ancient remedies and a focus on Ayurvedic ingredients.
“Ayurveda is an Indian holistic way of life, but it’s never been more relevant as it provides the perfect antidote to our increasingly hectic lifestyles,” says Abida Halstenberg, founder of premium Ayurvedic skincare range .
Focusing on creating harmony between mind and body makes sense given stress can trigger conditions such as eczema, rosacea and acne.
The ingredients are key, too, with the focus on using natural alternatives as opposed to synthetic chemical-based treatments that could prompt even more irritation.
The basic principle is that if you can use herbs and plant extracts to heal your insides, the same can be done for your outside.
Two products in one (price justified!), this soft powder blend of turmeric, saffron and sandalwood can be mixed with water to form a scrub or used as a deeply detoxing face mask.
Aloe Vera
If you suffer from hot flushes, rosacea and flare-ups, add a dollop of aloe vera into your skincare. Found in countless moisturisers, this wonder ingredient absorbs into skin four times faster than water and locks in moisture to stop the skin’s barrier getting thirsty. Cool to the touch, it calms and soothes angry skin, too – kind of like liquid ibuprofen for skin irritations.
Complexion calmer
This high-tech H2O quenches thirsty skin without causing oiliness, making it great for all skin types. Leave it on as a mask overnight if you’re really suffering.
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