Calendula Flower Powder (Gende Ka Phool)

Sometimes we look at a flower or a tree and praise its beauty. But what most of us do not know is that many of these beautiful natural blooms are filled with medicinal benefits! You must have seen Calendula (گیندا), growing with all its glory in gardens, but did you stop to wonder what it could do for your health?

Calendula is an herbal plant, whose flowers are used to prepare medicines, and especially homeopathic medicine. Commonly known as the Marigold, it possesses anti-inflammatory properties to naturally heal cuts, wounds and other inflammatory skin diseases.

Calendula Benefits For Skin:

With antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, Calendula promotes fast healing and regeneration of the skin. That is the reason why it is used to cure many skin problems.

• Dry skin not only looks unattractive but can also lead to premature aging. Calendula with its restorative properties, deeply hydrates the skin, heals damaged skin and makes it look younger and supple.
• Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, this herb is often used in medicinal preparations to cure rashes, sunburns, minor cuts, scrapes, insect bites and other mild skin irritations. This herb also contains natural regenerative properties, which makes it the perfect remedy to treat minor cuts and wounds. Applying this herb salve on chapped lips makes it softer and supple instantly.
• The antibacterial properties in this herb helps in clearing the bacteria in the skin pores which may lead to acne outbreak.
• Calendula is an effective remedy for dry skin. It gives the skin a younger-looking glow. It also moisturizes dry skin, helps in removing old scars, treats rashes, and helps in curing bruises and post-operative injuries.

1. Face Mask For Acne:

Benefits:

Calendula heals the persistent acne. Mint /sandalwood calms the skin and provide a cooling sensation to the irritated skin and also checks the future acne. Lemon juice removes black spots. Curd cleanses the skin and also makes skin glow.

How To Use?

• To 2 tbsp of Calendula Powder, add a tbsp of mint leaves powder or sandalwood powder, ½ tbsp of curd and ½ tbsp of lemon juice.

Directions:

• Mix them and form a smooth paste and apply the mixture to your cleansed face.
• Rinse it off after 15-20 minutes with cold water.

2. Face Mask For Dry Skin:

Benefits:

Honey and milk cream are natural moisturizer which keeps your skin soft and supple. Calendula soothes skin prevents further dryness and imparts a natural glow to your face.

How To Use?

• To 2 tbsp of calendula powder, add 1 tbsp of fresh milk cream and ½ tbsp of honey.

Directions:

• Mix them and form a smooth paste and apply the mixture to your cleansed face.
• Rinse it off after 15-20 minutes with normal water.

3. Face Mask For Oily Skin:

Benefits:

Calendula helps in checking excess sebum thus checking excessive oiliness. Lemon juice checks acne and blackheads, it is extremely beneficial for oily skin. Curd cleanses the skin and also makes skin glow. Gram flour deep cleanses your skin.

How To Use?

• To 2 tbsp of calendula powder, add ½ tbsp of gram flour, ½ tbsp of lemon juice and ½ tbsp curd

Directions:

• Mix them and form a smooth paste and apply the mixture to your cleansed face.
• Rinse it off after 15-20 minutes with normal water.

4. Face Mask For Glowing Skin:

Benefits:

It reduces the dullness in the skin and makes the face glow with the natural properties. Use this pack in the winter season to replenish the skin cells.

How To Use?

• To 2 tbsp of calendula powder, add 1 tbsp of milk powder, ½ tbsp of plain yogurt and 1 tbsp of fresh grated carrot.

Directions:

• Mix them and form a paste and apply the mixture to your cleansed face.
• Rinse it off after 15-20 minutes with normal water.