Benefits of Applying Gram Flour on the face

The market is full of beauty products containing chemicals. How they harm your skin, you must have already seen by using them. In such a situation, it has become necessary that we take care of our skin naturally. In this case, some food items kept in your kitchen can be useful for you. For the time being in this article we are only talking about Gram Flour. We often hear from the elders of the house about the benefits of applying gram flour on the face . Gram flour is being used as an effective natural face pack. Along with making your face attractive, it works to get rid of many skin problems ( 1 ). In this article we are going to tell you about the face pack of gram flour.

Let us first tell you what are the benefits of applying gram flour on the face. Gram Flour

Benefits of applying gram flour on face 

Gram Flour has been used for centuries for the skin. Know in further detail about the benefits of applying gram flour on the face ( 1 ).

1. 1. 1. It clears the complexion of your face and makes it soft.
      2. It removes excess oil from the skin and prevents it from coming back.
      3. Its small particles work to remove dead cells from the face.
      4. Gram Flour can stop the growth of acne.
      5. It prevents wrinkles and sagging skin on the face before ageing.
      6. Gram Flour acts as a scrub on the skin. It opens the pores and cleans the face from inside.

In the next part of the article, know how you can make and use gram flour face pack.

Gram Flour Face Pack – 

1. Gram Flour and Aloe Vera Face Pack

material:

• • • one spoon Gram Flour
    • one spoon aloe vera gel

Method:

• • • Mix one spoon of gram flour in one spoon of aloe vera gel.
    • Apply this paste on the face and keep it for 10 minutes.
    • Wash off with clean water when dry.
    • Repeat this experiment two to three times a week.

How it works:

The use of aloe vera with gram flour can be beneficial for the skin. Aloe vera has moisturizing properties, which help in retaining moisture in the skin. At the same time, it prevents wrinkles on the antioxidant and anti-aging properties are found, the skin ( 2 ).

2. Gram Flour and Turmeric Face Pack

material:

• • • two spoons gram flour
    • a pinch of turmeric
    • rose water

Method:

• • • Add a pinch of turmeric to the gram flour.
    • Now make a paste by adding rose water as required.
    • Apply this paste on the face and let it dry.
    • Once dry thoroughly, wash the face with clean water.
    • Repeat this experiment twice a week.

How it works:

You can enhance the quality of the face pack by mixing turmeric with gram flour. Turmeric is an Ayurvedic medicine, which is rich in anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and antioxidant properties, which can work to clear the skin as well as get rid of acne. In addition, turmeric may help protect the skin from damage caused by the sun’s ultraviolet rays ( 3 ).

3. Gram Flour and Multani Mitti Face Pack

material:

• • • two spoons multani mitti
    • one spoon Gram Flour
    • rose water

Method:

• • • Mix multani mitti and gram flour in a bowl.
    • Now make a paste by adding rose water as required.
    • Apply this paste on the face and leave it for at least 20-25 minutes.
    • Wash the face with clean water when it dries completely.
    • Repeat this experiment two to three times a week.

How it works:

Multani mitti is enriched with anti-inflammatory properties. Apart from this, multani mitti can also prove useful in cleaning the skin ( 4 ).

4. Gram Flour and Tomato Face Pack

material:

• • • two spoons gram flour
    • a ripe tomato

Method:

• • • Mash the tomato well and extract its juice in a bowl.
    • Make a paste by mixing two spoons of gram flour in this juice.
    • Apply this paste on the face and leave it for 10-15 minutes.
    • Wash off with clean water when it dries well.
    • Repeat this method two to three times a week.

How it works:

Vitamin-C is found in high amounts in tomatoes ( 5 ). Vitamin-C is an essential nutrient, which reduces wrinkles and the effects of aging on the skin (6).

5. Gram Flour and Banana Face Pack

material:

• • • two spoons gram flour
    • two ripe bananas
    • rose water or milk

Method:

• • • Mash the bananas well in a bowl and add two spoons of gram flour to it.
    • Now prepare a paste by adding rose water or milk as required.
    • Now apply this paste on the face and keep it for 10-15 minutes.
    • Finally wash the face with lukewarm water.
    • Do this process once or twice a week.

How it works:

Banana is rich in vitamin-C ( 7 ). Vitamin-C increases collagen in the skin and prevents premature ageing. In addition, it also maintains the elasticity of the skin ( 6 ). When combined with banana, the properties of gram flour are doubled.

6. Gram Flour and Yogurt Face Pack

material:

• • • two tablespoons gram flour
    • one or two spoons of curd

Method:

• • • Make a paste by mixing all the ingredients.
    • Apply this paste on the face and keep it for 10-15 minutes.
    • Wash off the skin with clean water when it dries well.

How it works:

Yogurt contains an element called Lactobacillus, which keeps away problems like wrinkles from the skin and helps in maintaining beauty ( 8 ) ( 9 ). By applying a face pack of curd and gram flour, your skin will remain young.

7. Egg and Gram Flour Face Pack

material:

• • • an egg
    • two spoons gram flour
    • half teaspoon honey

Method:

• • • Crack an egg and separate its white part.
    • Beat this white part until a foam is formed.
    • Now add gram flour and honey to it.
    • Apply this paste on your face and wash off with clean water after 10-15 minutes.
    • Repeat this process twice a week.

How it works:

The most important element of eggs is protein ( 10 ). According to a scientific research, protein helps to keep the skin healthy and beautiful ( 9 ).

Note : Some people may be allergic to eggs. Therefore, do a patch test once before using it.

8. Gram Flour and Green Tea Face Pack

material:

• • • two spoons gram flour
    • a green tea bag
    • a cup of lukewarm water

Method:

• • • Put a green tea bag in a cup of lukewarm water and keep it for five minutes.
    • Remove the bag after five minutes.
    • Take gram flour in a bowl and make a paste by adding green tea as required.
    • Apply a thin layer of this paste on the face and wash off with clean water after 10-15 minutes.
    • Repeat this process twice a week.

How it works:

Anti-oxidant properties are found in green tea ( 11 ). The benefits of applying gram flour with green tea are that the antioxidant properties present in it work to protect your face from premature pigmentation, wrinkles and discoloration ( 12 ).

9. Gram Flour and Neem Face Pack

material:

• • • one teaspoon neem powder
    • one spoon Gram Flour
    • a spoonful of curd or rose water

Method:

• • • Make a paste by mixing all the ingredients in a bowl.
    • Apply this paste on the face.
    • When completely dry, wash the face with lukewarm water.
    • Repeat this process twice a week.

How it works:

You can get relief from facial wrinkles by applying a face pack of neem and gram flour. Neem has antioxidant properties, which help reduce skin aging and wrinkles ( 13 ).

10. Gram Flour and Honey Face Pack

material:

• • • two spoons gram flour
    • a spoonful of honey

Method:

• • • Heat the honey in the microwave for 10 seconds. Take care that the honey is not too hot.
    • Now mix two spoons of gram flour in this honey.
    • Apply this paste on your face.
    • When the paste dries well, wash the face with lukewarm water.
    • This process can be repeated twice a week.

How it works:

The vitamins and minerals found in honey help to keep the skin beautiful and youthful. Its properties maintain the moisture and pH balance of the skin and can keep acne away ( 15 ). Honey and gram flour face pack can help in making the face glow as well as protect it from inflamed pimples.

11. Gram Flour and Lemon Juice Face Pack

material:

• • • two spoons gram flour
    • half teaspoon lemon juice
    • a spoonful of curd
    • a pinch of turmeric

Method:

• • • Mix all the ingredients well in a bowl.
    • Apply this pack on the face.
    • After 20 minutes wash the face with lukewarm water.
    • Repeat this process twice a week.

How it works:

Vitamin-C is found in abundance in lemon juice. Vitamin-C reduces the effects of aging, as well as protects the skin from the damage of UV rays and maintains skin moisture ( 15 ) ( 6 ). In this way, you can get double benefit by applying face pack of lemon and gram flour.

12. Gram Flour and Baking Soda Face Pack

material:

• • • two tablespoons gram flour
    • one teaspoon baking soda
    • a quarter cup of water
    • a pinch of turmeric

Method:

• • • First, mix baking soda in water and let it dissolve well.
    • Now mix two tablespoons of gram flour and a pinch of turmeric in a bowl.
    • Make a paste by mixing water with baking soda as required in the gram flour.
    •  Apply this pack on the face for 10-12 minutes and then wash the face with clean water.

How it works:

Baking soda has anti-bacterial properties ( 16 ), which may show an effective effect on skin problems like acne and pimples by fighting germs, but this needs more research.

Note: Baking soda does not suit everyone’s skin. Applying it may cause itching, burning or rash. Therefore, before applying this pack, consult a dermatologist and do a patch test.

13. Gram Flour and Rose Water

material:

• • • two spoons gram flour
    • two to three spoons rose water

Method:

• • • Make a paste by mixing both the ingredients well.
    • Apply this paste on the face and neck and leave it for 20 minutes.
    • Wash the face with cold water after it dries completely.
    • Finally, pat dry your face with a towel and apply moisturizing cream.
    • Repeat this process twice a week for better results.

How it works:

Rose water and gram flour face pack helps in removing blemishes and acne from your face. Anti-bacterial properties are found in rose water ( 17 ). This property of rose water can work to fight acne-causing bacteria.

14. Gram Flour and Milk Face Pack

material:

• • • two spoons gram flour
    • 2 tablespoons milk or cream

Method:

• • • Make a paste by mixing gram flour and milk or cream in a bowl.
    • Apply this paste on the face and keep it for 15-20 minutes.
    • Wash the face with cold water after 15-20 minutes.
    • Do this process once every week.

How it works:

A face pack of milk/cream and gram flour will act as a scrub on your face. According to research, gram flour scrubs your skin, which removes dead cells and brightens the skin complexion. Milk also helps in removing blackheads and whiteheads from the skin. Along with this, it can also prove beneficial in removing suntan from the face ( 1 ).

15. Gram Flour Exfoliating Face Pack

material:

• • • two spoons gram flour
    • Water

Method:

• • • Take two spoons of gram flour in a bowl and make a thick paste by adding water as required.
    • Apply the paste on the face and massage for at least 10-12 minutes.
    • Make sure you scrub in an upward circular motion.
    • If the scrub starts drying on the face, soak your fingers in water and then massage.
    • Wash the face with cold water after massaging for 10-12 minutes.
    • Repeat this process twice a week.

How it works:

The benefit of applying gram flour on the face is also that gram flour acts as a mild exfoliator on your skin. It removes the layer of dead cells from your skin and makes the skin soft ( 1 ).

Note: Although all the face packs mentioned above are natural, but before using them, do a patch test once. Before applying all over the face, apply them on a small part of the hand. If you feel itchy or burning after applying them, do not use them.

In the last part of the article, know what to keep in mind while applying gram flour face pack.

Some More Tips To Use Gram Flour Face Pack

• • • Before applying any face pack, wash the face thoroughly with water. Make sure that the face is completely clean before applying the pack.
    • Keep in mind that after applying any face pack, do not leave the house. By doing this, the face can get dusty and the effect of the face pack can be reduced.
    • After washing the face, do not wipe the face by rubbing it with a towel. This can make your skin dry. Keep in mind that always wipe the face by patting it with a towel.
    • After washing the face, apply moisturizer on the face. Exfoliating opens the pores of the face and the moisturizer can easily penetrate the skin to create moisture.
    • If you are using these fake packs to prevent any specific problem like acne, it is a good idea to consult your dermatologist before using them.

Now you must have known the benefits of applying gram flour on the face. Have you ever thought that the gram flour kept in your kitchen can be so beneficial for you. Now instead of spending thousands of rupees by going to the parlor for any function or wedding, you can adopt the gram flour face pack mentioned above. You can read our other articles to know more such beauty tips.