Here are 10 of the possible beauty treatments based on chickpea flour, all to be experimented to renew your eco-beauty.
Don't store avocado like this: it's dangerousLa chickpea flour, as well as an ingredient with a low ecological impact to be used in the kitchen for the preparation of numerous and excellent dishes, can represent a valid aid in preparation of cosmetic and cleansing treatments at low cost, to take care of the skin of the face, body and hair in a completely natural, environmentally friendly and economical way.
Here are 10 of the possible beauty treatments a basis of chickpea flour, all to be experimented to renew your eco-beauty.
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Chickpea flour shampoo
La chickpea flour, in contact with water, it releases natural saponins, which allow the formation of a compound very mild cleanser and completely ecological. The chickpea flour shampoo it must be freshly prepared by simply adding two or more spoons of flour, depending on the length of the hair, the amount of water needed to obtain a rather liquid compound, of the same consistency as a normal shampoo. It is necessary to mix avoiding the formation of lumps. It should be massaged into damp skin and hair and left to act for a few minutes before rinse with warm water and very carefully.
Body cleanser with chickpea flour
Following the same procedure used for the preparation of chickpea flour shampoo, it is possible to prepare a compound, which will be left slightly denser than in the case of the shampoo, suitable to be massaged on the body. Mix chickpea flour and warm water until you get a thick batter. The body cleanser needs to be freshly prepared and can be enriched by adding a few drops of essential oil dilute in half a teaspoon of a vegetable oil of your choice, in order to obtain a scented effect.
Chickpea flour hand cleanser
A simple way to have a completely ecological and natural hand cleaner at your disposal is to keep a jar containing chickpea flour, accompanied by a teaspoon, next to the sink. Just pour a small amount on wet hands, rub and rinse to get the desired effect.
Natural exfoliating scrub
To get a natural exfoliant You can mix three tablespoons of chickpea flour, three tablespoons of brown sugar and three tablespoons of specially ground almonds or almond flour. At this point you can add a spoon of vegetable oil of your choice and the amount of water necessary to obtain a compound that can be rubbed on the skin of the body with the hands.
Purifying face mask
A purifying mask for the face based on chickpea flour can be obtained following the same manufacturing process used for the preparation of the body cleanser. This means that two or three tablespoons of chickpea flour will need to be added to the amount of warm water necessary to obtain a creamy mixture. A teaspoon of lemon juice. The mask should be applied to the face and left for ten minutes before rinsing off.
Treatment for red skin
In case of reddened skin, it is possible to obtain a creamy compound to be applied on the affected areas by mixing a few tablespoons of chickpea flour with some cucumber juice, which will replace simple warm water in the formation of a creamy and easily spreadable compound, to be applied, left to act for about ten minutes and rinse with warm water.
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Face mask with rose water and chickpea flour
The rose water face mask is suitable for all skin types, with particular reference to sensitive skin. It is necessary to use all-natural rose water, free from added industrial ingredients. In addition to being purchased in herbal medicine, rose water can be prepared at home, following a simple recipe. The rose water must be mixed with the chickpea flour to obtain a creamy compound that can be easily applied to the face, to be left on for about ten minutes before rinsing with warm water.
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Face mask with chickpea flour and chamomile
In the preparation of a face mask with chickpea flour with a soothing effect, it is possible to replace the water used for the usual preparation of the mixture a little chamomile infusion left to cool or cool. Chamomile helps to eliminate and stretch the skin of the face and has a soothing effect in case of small redness or imperfections. It is important that in the mask there are no lumps or grains of flour left, so as not to scratch the skin of the face.
Refreshing eucalyptus scrub
To get one refreshing scrub based on chickpea flour, particularly suitable for use on the heel area and on the sole of the foot, mix a part of chickpea flour and a part of salt, adding vegetable oil slowly, until you get a compound with a consistency that makes it easy to grasp and work with your hands. Add two or three drops of eucalyptus essential oil and massage on the affected area, always keeping the skin moist.
Anti-aging treatment with chickpea flour and turmeric
Here is a facial treatment typical of the Indian tradition and Middle Eastern, particularly loved by women for its anti-aging effect, guaranteed by the presence of turmeric. Two tablespoons of chickpea flour must be mixed with warm water and a pinch of turmeric powder, until a spreadable mixture is obtained. It can be applied with delicate gestures both on the skin of the face and on the skin of the neck and body in general. To enhance its effect, it can be left on for up to thirty minutes, before being rinsed off with warm water. The result, with constant applications, will be given by a softer, brighter and rejuvenated skin.
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Marta Albè
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