Acne - ubtan to the rescue!

Breakouts are not just a teenage concern. Many women deal with them long after their school years. There are plenty of reasons: constant stress, changing weather and city life, and a diet with lots of spicy and processed food. So hormones are far from the only thing affecting the skin.

There is no need to despair. Start by finding the cause: get more rest, look after your peace of mind and rethink your diet, with less fried, spicy and canned food. Natural cosmetics will help with the effects of the environment.

Ubtan cleansing mix

Mix 2 tablespoons of coconut oil, 4 tablespoons of rye flour and a level teaspoon of turmeric. Add a little mineral water and massage it onto a damp face with dry hands, then rinse with warm water. You can swap the rye flour for the same amount of pea flour and the water for milk. Find more dry ingredients for such blends in our Ayurveda section.

Almond paste

Grind almonds in a blender and mix them with mineral water into a paste. Apply it to the face for 20 to 25 minutes and rinse with warm water. It cleanses gently and softens the skin. Almond kernel oil is another handy ingredient for home care.

Melon mask

The final step is simple: wipe your face with a slice of melon, let the juice dry and leave it on overnight. The skin looks fresher and calmer after the very first sessions. For more evening care, read about our night face mask, and to keep the skin comfortable see our guide to skin barrier care.

FAQ

What can replace rye flour in ubtan?

Pea flour in the same amount.

How long should the almond paste stay on?

20 to 25 minutes, then rinse with warm water.

Can the melon mask stay on overnight?

Yes, in this recipe the melon juice is left on until morning.