Beauty Without Makeup

Are you tired of applying numerous makeup products every morning just to look pretty?

Do we really have to succumb to and become slaves to the hottest trends in the cosmetic world? Or is there a way to feel better about ourselves without applying layer upon layer of creams?

There are also instances when you have to go bare-faced. After all, who swims with full-on makeup, complete with winged eyeliner and contour?

Let’s face it—you can’t wear makeup all the time.

So instead of devising ways to sneak a hint of makeup onto your skin, why not improve your skin’s quality and discover other ways to look prettier without makeup?

When you go without makeup for a while, you give your skin a chance to breathe.

If you want to look good without spending hours in front of the mirror every day, it’s time to give your skin a break.

So here, we bring you natural ways to enhance your beauty without any makeup.

You need to be mindful of essential aspects such as your diet, habits, lifestyle, and skincare routine.

Skincare routine

Wash your face twice daily. Skincare is a key factor in looking good without makeup. Cleanse your skin in the morning and before bedtime with a herbal facial cleanser suited to your skin type to remove dust and pollutants.

Over washing can make your skin dry and irritated, causing it to look worse rather than better. Develop a skincare regimen and stick to it. The CTM routine—cleansing, toning, and moisturising—is imperative for healthy skin. A good facial massage every other day can reduce the appearance of fine lines, tighten the skin, and make it appear more radiant. It also helps relieve stress and rejuvenate you.

Face packs play a vital role in skincare because they are rich in nutrients, moisturisers, vitamins, and minerals that benefit the skin. Regular use of face packs allows your skin to absorb the goodness of the ingredients, helping you achieve a glowing, youthful look and delay signs of aging. Based on your skin type, prepare a mask that suits your needs, apply it, and relax. You can use ingredients such as honey, aloe vera, gram flour, yogurt, oatmeal, and fruits, as these are popular options for homemade masks.

Depending on the type of mask, some are designed to pull out impurities, hydrate the skin, or infuse it with nourishing nutrients.

Eat well

A healthy diet is extremely important. Looking and feeling healthy largely depends on what you put into your body.

Adequate intake of protein and vitamins is essential for the maintenance and repair of your skin. Include fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet and drink plenty of water throughout the day to keep your skin nourished and hydrated.

When thirsty, opt for a cool glass of water infused with fruits, or consume water-rich foods such as watermelon and cucumber.

We lose water through breathing, sweating, urination, and digestion, so it is important to rehydrate and replenish the water we lose.

Water helps regulate body temperature and supports various bodily functions.

Many people prefer carbonated drinks or sugar-loaded artificial juices. Although they contain water, they also include ingredients that may not be healthy.

Consider taking vitamin supplements if you feel you are not meeting your daily nutritional requirements through diet alone. Vitamins A, C, and E are particularly beneficial for the skin.

Try to cut down on greasy, fatty, and sugary foods. Instead, focus on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean meats.

The do’s and don’ts of Skincare

• Cleanse your skin every night to remove dirt, pollutants, sweat, oil, dead skin cells, and makeup accumulated during the day.

• Protect your skin with a broad-spectrum sunscreen. Apply it 20 minutes before sun exposure. If you remain in the sun for more than an hour, reapply sunscreen. SPF 20 is adequate for most skin types. For sensitive skin that burns easily, use a higher SPF.

• Use scrubs as part of your skincare routine. They help remove dead skin cells, unclog pores, and brighten the skin.

• Keep your skin moisturised. Moisture helps maintain soft, smooth, supple, and youthful skin. For dry skin, use a creamy moisturiser.

• Nourish normal to dry skin with a nourishing cream at night. After cleansing, massage it gently for 2–3 minutes and wipe off with moist cotton wool.

Don’ts

• Do not wash your face with soap and water more than two or three times a day. Alkaline soaps can disrupt the skin’s natural pH balance and make it prone to acne.

• Avoid heavy moisturisers if you have oily skin, as they can clog pores and cause blackheads and acne. For oily or combination skin, you can mix 100 ml of rose water with one teaspoon of pure glycerin. Store it in an airtight bottle in the refrigerator and use it as a light moisturiser.

• Do not use facial scrubs on skin with pimples, acne, or rashes. Avoid picking or squeezing blackheads and pimples.

• Do not stretch or pull the skin around your eyes while removing makeup. Avoid applying scrubs and masks around the eye area. Do not leave under-eye cream on overnight; gently remove it with moist cotton wool after 15 minutes, as leaving it on all night may cause puffiness.

The concept of beauty has changed significantly over the last few decades. The focus has shifted from superficial treatments to a more positive approach that aims to protect and preserve natural beauty.

Skincare with natural ingredients, especially those based on the tried-and-tested Ayurvedic system, has shown minimal harmful side effects or irritation.

Indeed, nature is not only an expert chemist but also the best cosmetologist.