HOW DOES BUTTERMILK SOLVE SKIN ISSUES?

Buttermilk is a blessed natural product and proves to be a blessing for the skin coping with many issues and disorders. It has been in use in the Asian and African countries as a popular drink for the centuries. It is called Lassi or Lasi in many countries as this white, creamy, sweet-smelling, cooling and refreshing liquid is a byproduct of butter when it is churned out from the yogurt. Water and salt or sugar is added to make it a cherished and flavored drink known for its many health benefits. Apart from other benefits, buttermilk has miraculous effects on the skin as it treats many skin disorders.

WHICH ARE THE PROPERTIES OF BUTTERMILK?

Buttermilk is a nutrient powerhouse as it is replete with nutrients like calcium and Vitamin B12. The lactic acid in the buttermilk is an ultimate solution to a number of skin issues like discoloration, spots, blemishes, dark circles, eczema and aging signs. It keeps the skin hydrated and moisturized as its astringent properties help in cleansing the skin and give it a natural glow. It nourishes the skin and removes dead skin cells and impurities from the surface. Buttermilk also serves as a perfect exfoliator and moisturizer.

WHICH ARE BENEFITS OF DRINKING BUTTERMILK?

Buttermilk has excellent health benefits if it is drunk daily. It is better to consume buttermilk on the empty stomach in the morning by adding some salt or sugar according to the taste and choice. The health benefits of drinking buttermilk are;

1. Buttermilk is rich in protein and provides all the ingredients which are required for the body to keep the bones, skin and muscles strong and healthy.
2. Buttermilk is beneficial in reducing acne marks, discoloration, spots, dark circles, eczema, pimples and aging signs.
3. Buttermilk is full of vitamins and probiotics and these ingredients are excellent for boosting hair health and appearance.
4. Buttermilk should be a part of the diet to make it balanced one as it reduces high cholesterol and triglyceride level.
5. Buttermilk has very low calories and fat and can be an excellent choice for those who want to lose weight. It gives perfect satiation by lowering appetite and thus helps in weight loss.
6. Buttermilk is full of potassium which provides a remedy to blood pressure as it balances the excess of sodium.
7. Buttermilk helps in detoxification as it has such elements which transform food into energy. It makes the body secrete such hormones which improve liver function, reduce blood pressure and help in detoxification. 
8. Buttermilk has high fiber which is beneficial in regulating bowel movement. It contains probiotic which prevents growth of detrimental gut bacteria that are cause of many stomach disorders like constipation.

HOW TO USE BUTTERMILK FOR SKIN BENEFITS?

Buttermilk has many benefits for skin and has many methods to apply on the skin.

• PURE BUTTERMILK

1. Take half a cup of pure and concentrated buttermilk
2. Apply it on the face with finger tips by massaging gently
3. Allow it to stay on the skin for 20-25 minutes
4. Don’t get worried if there is minor irritation or uneasiness
5. Wash the face with lukewarm water

• BENEFITS

Regular use of buttermilk exfoliates the skin, keeps it moisturized, treats acne, dark and white spots, pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, eczema, rashes and premature aging. It also shortens the pores and prevents excess oil. It is also a perfect solution to dryness and helps in bringing glowing skin.

• BUTTERMILK AND ROSEWATER

1. Take half a cup of fresh and pure buttermilk
2. Add a tablespoon of rose water
3. Apply it on the skin by rubbing it gently
4. Let it stay on the skin for 20-25 minutes
5. Wash the face with lukewarm water

• BENEFITS

The combination of the buttermilk and rose water is the best deep cleanser as it exfoliates the skin, removes all impurities, ensures a glowing, even and smooth skin having no skin issues like acne, scars, spots, pimples, eczema, etc., as it also improves skin tone and appearance.

BUTTERMILK AND TOMATO JUICE MASK

1. Take one tablespoon of fresh and pure buttermilk
2. Mix one tablespoon of tomato juice well
3. Apply mixture on the face with cotton pad
4. Let it stay on the skin for 25-30 minutes
5. Rinse the face well with the normal water

• BENEFITS

Apart from other benefits for skin as mentioned above, this buttermilk and tomato juice face pack treats the sun burns, it removes tanning and gives even-toned skin with fair complexion.

• BUTTERMILK AND CHICKPEA FLOUR MASK (Ubtan)

1. Take two tablespoons of fresh buttermilk
2. Two tablespoons of chickpea flour
3. A pinch of turmeric powder
4. Mix the ingredients well to have a yellowish paste
5. Spread it on the face by rubbing it gently
6. Wait for 20-25 minutes
7. Wash the face with lukewarm water
8. Use it twice a week for better result

• BENEFITS

This face mask is meant to cure skin ailments as discussed above. Moreover, it treats scars, tans, spots and gives a glowing finish to the skin by lightening appearance and brightening the face.

• BUTTERMILK TONING LOTION

1. Take two tablespoons of buttermilk, one teaspoon of rose water and a few drops of tea tree oil.
2. Mix the mixture well and apply it on the face in circular motions
3. Cleanse the face with cotton pad soaked in the mixture to remove impurities
4. Allow it applied on the face for ten minutes
5. Wash the face with lukewarm water

• BENEFITS

In addition to many other benefits of buttermilk toning lotion, it is the best cleanser and moisturizer. It also exfoliates the skin as it removes all the impurities, dead skin cells, harmful bacteria and opens the clogged pores which are cause of many skin-related issues.

• BOTTOMLINE

Buttermilk is a wonderful natural product having countless benefits for human health and skin. It has two-pronged advantages and two-pronged uses as its top application treats many skin ailments and its drinking prevents occurrence of all the skin-related disorders. Its daily drinking boosts skin nourishment, addresses indigestion issues and removes causes of constipation and these three aspects are necessary to have a good health and healthy and glowing skin with no disorders. So, buttermilk treats the skin from outside and from inside. In this way, buttermilk becomes the most effective remedy for many of the skin issues. However, buttermilk should be consumed in the morning or at noon and never in the evening or at night.

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