In anticipation of Karva Chauth, a festival special to married women, there is a tradition of adorning oneself and admiring the moon. Every woman wishes for her face to shine like the moon on this auspicious day. However, visiting a salon for expensive procedures can take up a lot of time, and rushing often leads to substandard care.
If you cannot visit a salon, there is no need to worry. With two simple ingredients available at home—yogurt and besan—you can achieve a professional radiant effect in just three simple steps.
Besan is responsible for deep cleansing and exfoliating the skin, while yogurt provides hydration, giving the face a natural glow and firmness. This care routine can be performed by following three simple stages:
Step 1: Cleansing
To prepare the mixture, mix one tablespoon of besan with one tablespoon of raw milk or yogurt until a paste is formed. Apply this mixture to the face and neck, gently massaging in circular motions for two minutes, then rinse with clean water. This will help remove all dust and dirt from the face.
Step 2: Scrubbing
Prepare a scrub by mixing one tablespoon of besan, half a tablespoon of yogurt, and a pinch of finely ground sugar or oat powder. Apply this mixture to the face and gently scrub for three to four minutes. This will remove dead skin cells and clear blackheads. Afterwards, rinse the face with water.
Step 3: Mask and Massage for Radiance
To make the mask, mix two tablespoons of besan, one large tablespoon of thick yogurt, a little honey, and a pinch of turmeric to form a smooth paste. Apply this mask evenly to the face and neck. Leave it to dry for 15–20 minutes, then rinse with warm or regular water. Finish the procedure by applying a light moisturizing cream or aloe vera gel to the face.
