Diwali… means twinkling of lamps, fragrance of sweets, and an atmosphere of happiness everywhere! But amidst all this beauty, there is also a truth that our face often remains untouched by this glow.

Just think! The dust and dirt spent throughout the day in cleaning the Diwali, the hustle and bustle of the markets, the card parties that last till late night, and on top of that the fried food… all of these have a direct impact on our skin. And when we stand in front of the mirror on the day of Diwali, we often see a tired and lifeless face.

So this Diwali your house will shine, but not your face? no way!

There is no need for expensive facials or parlor visits. Just give your skin some love and care a few days in advance, and voila, the brightest lamp this Diwali will be your face!

1. ‘Diwali cleaning’ of face

Just like removing dirt from the house, the time has come to say goodbye to the cleaning dust and dead skin accumulated on the face.

• What to do: Use any mild household scrub, e.g. Oats, gram flour or coffee powderBefore sleeping at night, apply face pack containing multani mitti or charcoal for 10-15 minutes. It will go deep into the skin and pull out all the dirt.

2. Shine from within, it will be visible on the outside!

Real glow comes from within, not from applying cream from outside.

• What to do: all day long Water, coconut water and herbal tea Drink. Include fruits and salads in your diet. And yes, stay away from excessive fried and sweet things a few days before Diwali.

3. 5 Minute Instant Glow Magic

If you don’t have much time, these homemade face packs are nothing short of magic!

• What to do: honey, aloe vera, curd or turmeric… Make a mask of any of these things and apply it for 15 minutes. It will instantly hydrate your skin and give it a fresh glow. just before a big party or puja sheet mask Applying it is also a great solution, it makes the makeup last longer and glow.

4. 2-minute mini-facial at home

A light massage can bring a natural glow to your face by increasing blood circulation.

• What to do: Apply your favorite oil or cream and massage gently with your fingers, from bottom to top. This 2-minute massage will give your face a lifted and toned look.

5. Protect your skin from the smoke of firecrackers

Diwali smoke and pollution are the biggest enemies of the skin.

• What to do: Whenever you leave the house, use a good moisturizer or an antioxidant face spray. The first thing you should do as soon as you return home is to wash your face.

6. The biggest beauty secret: peaceful sleep!

The stress of preparations and lack of sleep are visible on your face in the form of pimples and dark circles.

• What to do: Try to get at least 7-8 hours of sleep every day. Believe me, a good sleep does more than any expensive serum!

7. Post-party ‘recovery plan’

After Diwali is over, don’t forget to give rest to your skin.

• What to do: Before sleeping at night, clean all the makeup and smoke dirt thoroughly with double cleansing method. Apply a cooling mask like aloe vera or cucumber and stay away from makeup for the next 1-2 days, so that your skin can breathe after the festival.

This Diwali, follow these easy tips and brighten up your home as well as everyone with your beauty!