How to Use Mint for a Refreshing Beauty Routine

Mint can be used in various beauty remedies for your hair, skin and body. It is not just in the kitchen or to be use as medicine that mint holds value.

Also, mint is an excellent source of vitamins, including A, C and B6) and minerals such as iron and potassium. If you have been turning to natural ingredients for your beauty needs, then mint should definitely be included your beauty rituals.

There are various ways you can make use of mint for your beauty routine:

Homemade Beauty Remedies Using Mint:

1. Mint as Foot Scrub

One of the best and effective way to make use of mint is to make a refreshing foot scrub to chase away the blues after a hard day at work. Menthol works its way to bring a cooling effect and relieve muscle soreness. Also, its strong anti-bacterial properties help in fighting against odour and infection.

How to Use:

Materials:

1 cup Granulated sugar
1/2 cup Olive oil
1/2 cup Crushed mint
2 Tablespoons Oatmeal

How to Use:

1. Mix all the ingredients well.
2. Use the mixture to gently scrub your feet for at least 15 minutes, using a circular motion.
3. Wash with lukewarm water.

2. Mint as Hair Rinse

Mint contains anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. Also, it can help in cleansing and strengthening your hair, fighting dandruff and boosting hair growth. You can make a hair rinse to clean your scalp.

How to use:

1. Boil mint leaves in water for about 20 minutes.
2. Strain the leaves.
3. Use the water to rinse your hair.
4. You can also make a hair mask using 1/2 cup mint juice, 1/2 cup thick curd and 2 tablespoon multani mitti.

3. Mint as Skin Toner

Mint works like a natural astringent, which helps in restoring the pH of your skin. Also, it is loaded with salicylic acid, which helps in fighting acne.

Using mint in making a skin toner can help to get rid of open pores and to remove excess grime and dirt from the skin surface.

How to Use:

1. Blend a handful of mint leaves.
2. Strain the juice.
3. Add equal parts cold water.
4. Use a cotton, then apply the mixture gently over your neck and face.
5. Wipe using a wet towel.

Sources:
NDTV
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