Purify pores
Milk contains high amounts of lactic acid, which is a useful treatment to purify pores, exfoliate the skin, and stimulate collagen production, and it is gentle on the skin, unlike other substances such as salicylic acid, and is suitable for all types, even sensitive ones, in addition to its creamy and thick texture. Which is ideal for making masks. [1]
Other benefits for the skin
Among the benefits of milk for the skin are the following: [2] [3]
- Treats sunburn; This is because the lipid content in it helps get rid of these burns.
- Fights wrinkles; Because it contains lactic acid, which moisturizes the skin and reduces wrinkles.
- Unifies the complexion.
- Moisturizes the skin; It contains lactic acid and other enzymes that help moisturize and soften the skin.
- It nourishes the inner layers of the skin, so we find some moisturizing products that contain milk that has been added to other substances such as vitamins and green tea.
- Protects from acne.
- Protects skin from skin cancer; This is because it contains calcium and vitamin D.
Milk recipes for the skin
Among the skin care recipes in which yogurt can be used in its ingredients are the following: [4]
- Skin renewal and peeling: This is done by mixing two tablespoons of yogurt with turmeric powder and two drops of lemon, mix the ingredients and then put on the skin for 15 to 20 minutes, and then wash the skin with lukewarm water.
- For bright and smooth skin: Mix yogurt with ground almonds and a few drops of olive oil until you get a paste, then put the paste on the skin for 15 minutes, then wash it with lukewarm water.
- To open the pores of the skin: The milk is heated and then the skin is massaged with it using cotton.
- To fight wrinkles: Mix yogurt with honey and apply as a mask for 15 to 20 minutes.
- To fight acne: Mix yogurt with turmeric and add a little sugar and a little sandalwood powder to it until you get a paste, to put it on the skin for 15 minutes.
- To get rid of dark circles around the eyes: Apply a thin layer of milk for 15 minutes on the dark circles, then wash them with lukewarm water, and after a week you will notice the results.
- To unify skin color: Since milk fights skin pigmentation and spots that appear on the skin, it is therefore one of the most important natural materials that are excellent for unifying skin color, and this is done by placing milk with lemon drops on the skin and its results will be effective and guaranteed.
References
- ↑ SHEILA SHAIGANY, “Yogurt & Honey: 2 Key Ingredients in Your DIY Facial , ” www.howstuffworks.com , Retrieved 28-5-2018. Edited.
- ↑ CLARK SARULLO (18-7-2017), "What Are the Benefits of a Yogurt Mask?" , Www.livestrong.com , Retrieved 28-5-2018. Edited.
- ↑ "Plain Yogurt Face Mask Benefits: Top 11 Advantages" , vkool.com , 15-9-2017, Retrieved 28-5-2018. Edited.
- ↑ "DIY: Homemade Yogurt Face Mask Recipes for Beautiful Skin" , bellatory.com , 11 Nov 2015 , Retrieved 28-5-2018. Edited.
