7 Easy Post-Diwali Hair And Skin Detox Tips

By Samprita on 03 Nov 2018

Senior Digital Editor

Samprita Kuncolinkar holds a bachelor's degree in English Literature and has been working at GirlStyle India since its inception. She works as a Senior Lifestyle Editor who is deeply in love with all things beauty, fashion, entertainment and lifestyle. Enjoying the online version of the magazine, the genres of her articles keep varying as she loves to move and groove. Apart from her work life, she loves binge-watching Netflix and loves to eat junk food for happiness.

With busy life schedules, it is quite difficult to take good care of our beauty. Running errands for household chores, travelling for work, stress and various other factors contribute in end up making our skin and hair looking dull and lifeless. But one factor that stays common throughout this time is pollution that is causing damage not only to our health but also our environment. All the dirt, dust and the added pollution produced by vehicles and industries can harm your skin and hair making it look all dry, dull and aged!

You all might shop for the prettiest outfits to wear but does it work with a no glowing face? Well, we think your skin might be feeling dehydrated and your hair lifeless so you need to ensure that your skin and hair both look radiant and healthy for you to look absolutely gorgeous in the dresses you buy.

You can use these 7 easy-peasy tips to pamper & take care of yourself daily so that you can keep glowing all the time!

Cleanse and Cleanse

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To get rid of impurities like dirt and dust that have clogged the pores, it is important to first clean your face with micellar water or some facial oil and then wash it off with a cleanser which is best suitable for your skin type. For dry skin, it is best suggested to use a cream or gel and for oily skin, you can do it with a regular face wash.

Exfoliate

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This step is one of the most important one in your skincare routine since it removes the dead skin and deeply cleanses the pollution that has accumulated as dirt on your skin. An effective face scrub that contains apricot or walnut must be used to heal and soothe your skin.

Don't skip on the toner

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After cleansing, it is very important to tone your skin with rose water, green tea or toner of your choice. Keep your toner in the refrigerator for 15 minutes and then pat it down on your skin for proper absorption. The toner will not only refresh your skin but also improve the blood circulation to add a glow to your face.

Aloe Vera to fix the damage

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Aloe vera is a natural moisturiser and a great anti-oxidant so if you are someone who is prone to skin irritations and dehydration then apply a good layer of aloe on your skin & hair to protect it from further damage.

Hot oil massage for your scalp

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Warm-up some coconut or olive oil and apply it on your hair then dip a towel in hot water, squeeze out the excess water and wrap it on your hair for 5 minutes to get a rejuvenating oil treatment. Repeat the process 3 to 4 times to receive the best results. Leave the oil overnight and wash it off the next day.

Vinegar, honey and egg hair mask

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Pollutants can equally damage your hair like they can damage your skin. The impurities collect on your scalp so to restore the normal balance and revive your gorgeous lustrous locks it is important to feed them with nutrients. Mix one teaspoon of vinegar and honey each with an egg and mix it well. Apply the mixture to your hair for 30 minutes and then wash it off with a mild shampoo.

Cover up your face

To protect your skin from exposing it to pollutants it is best to step out of the house with a physical barrier. Wrap a scarf on your face and around your hair to reduce the harmful effects of pollution.