With summer just around the corner, it’s time we start upping our skin care protection. But sad case is even after wearing the best of UV Blocker, our skin is left with telltale signs of tanning. We are not advising on giving up on the next line of sun protection formulas but apart from that, you can try some natural herbal remedies to treat sun burnt skin.
For this reason, we have rounded up 10 herbal face packs to give your skin the protection it requires. Read on for our best-and-trusted favorites.
Best Herbal Face Packs to Treat Sun Tan:
We suggest you to give these DIY Herbal face packs a try to unleash a glowing, even-skin tone.
1. Tomato-Lemon-Yogurt Pack:
Description:
The natural face pack is loaded with bleaching agents of tomato, yogurt, and lemon, and treats dark spots and pigmentation. In addition, the natural astringent like tomato helps in shrinking open pores and treats oil production from skin, while yogurt smoothen skin.
Ingredients:
- Tomato pulp
- Lemon juice
- Yogurt
Directions:
- Add two tsp of tomato pulp and one tsp each of lemon juice and yogurt in a bowl.
- Apply the pack onto face.
- Allow it to sit for 20 minutes.
- Rinse off using cold water.
Tips:
Apply this face pack twice a week for best results.
2. Lemon and Aloe-vera:
Description:
Lemon has citric content for lightening skin and fighting off skin blemishes. On the other hand, aloe vera treats skin texture and sun burnt skin.
Ingredients:
- Aloe vera
- Lemon
Directions:
- Scoop out aloe vera into a bowl and add few drops of lemon juice.
- Mix well.
- Apply the face pack onto face and wait for 15 minutes.
- Rinse off using cold water.
Tips:
You will notice a visible tan reduction from the first application. Repeat the usage every alternate day or thrice a week.
3. Almonds and Rose Water:
Description:
Almonds can relieve the sun tan effects and can also correct sun tan effects to reveal a healthy, skin tone. Their natural bleaching properties and Vitamin E content is great for skin.
Repeat twice a week for best results.
4. Honey and Pineapple:
Description:
The pineapple is mainly known for its rich content of bromelain. This component is helpful in removing dead cells from tanned skin areas. It is also rich in Vitamin C and greatly reduces skin ageing. Use the pineapple with honey as a face pack to increase its effect by ten folds.
Ingredients:
- Pineapple pulp
- Honey
Directions:
- Take two tsp of pineapple pulp to one tsp of honey and mix well.
- Apply the paste onto face and leave on for 10-15 minutes.
- Rinse off using water.
Tips:
Use the face pack every alternate day for best results.
5. Sandalwood Pack and Coconut Water:
Description:
Sandalwood has medicinal agents when added with coconut water. It makes for an effective tan removal treatment. In addition, the face pack can not only rejuvenate skin but also remove sun tan quickly.
Ingredients:
- Sandalwood powder
- Coconut water
Directions:
- Add one tsp of coconut water and sandalwood each into a bowl.
- Mix well to form a smooth consistency.
- Apply the paste onto face and neck and leave off to dry.
- Rinse off using water.
Tips:
You can also switch up the coconut water with almond extracts. Apply the face pack twice or thrice a week for visible results.
6. Strawberries and Milk:
Description:
Strawberries are a natural exfoliator to help remove dead skin cells and lighten skin tone.
Ingredients:
- Strawberries
- Milk
Directions:
- Crush four to five strawberries and add two tsp of fresh milk.
- Apply the mixture onto face and tanned areas.
- Leave the pack onto skin for 30 minutes.
- Rinse off as normal.
Tips:
Use this face pack twice a week.
7. Honey and Papaya Pack:
Description:
Papaya has natural enzymes which can help in lightening skin and soothe sun burnt skin. While honey keeps skin soft. Both these ingredients work together to make-up for a great tan removal remedy.
Ingredients:
- Papaya
- Honey
Directions:
- Mash ½ cup of papaya slices and add one tsp of honey onto it.
- Mix well to form a smooth paste.
- Apply the pack onto face and leave onto face for 30 minutes.
- Rinse off using lukewarm and cold water for visible results.
Tips:
Apply the face pack for best results.
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8. Red Lentils and Tomato Pack:
Description:
Red lentil or masoor dal is an effective tan removal ingredient. This ingredient when mixed with tomato and aloe vera extract works greatly nourishes and soothes skin.
Ingredients:
- Red lentil powder
- Tomato juice
- Aloe vera extract
Directions:
- Add one tsp each to red lentil powder, aloe vera extract, and tomato juice to form a paste.
- Apply the paste onto face.
- Leave it for 30 minutes.
- Rinse off using cold water.
Tips:
Use the face pack once or twice a week for best results.
9. Banana and Milk Pack:
Description:
Banana is greatly moisturizing for skin. It soothes and nourishes skin with a healthy boost of minerals and vitamins. The face pack also helps in attaining a natural glow. Its nutrients are beneficial for skin to attain a natural glow and lighten sun tan.
Ingredients:
- Milk
- Lemon juice
- Banana
Directions:
- Mash a half banana until no lumps remain.
- Add one tsp of milk and lemon juice each. Mix well.
- Apply the face pack onto affected area.
- Leave it for 10-15 minutes.
- Rinse off using water.
Tips:
You can apply the face pack onto tanned skin two times a week.
10. Sugar, Glycerine, and Lemon Pack:
Description:
This face pack is helpful for removing sun tan and moisturizing skin. Lemon has bleaching agents and helps in lightening tanned skin. The sugar exfoliates dead skin cells, while glycerin has moisturizing properties. Scrubbing skin also increases blood circulation and bring about a natural glow.
Ingredients:
- Sugar
- Glycerin
- Lemon juice
Directions:
- Add one tsp of sugar, glycerin, and lemon juice each into a bowl.
- Mix well.
- Apply this pack cum scrub in gentle, circular motion onto skin.
- Continue for three to five minutes.
- Rinse off well using water.
Tips:
Use this face scrub twice a week for best results.
These herbal face packs for tanned skin may show visible results after a week’s time after usage. But the results will be worthwhile.
Do let us know which remedies you tried and worked best for you in the comment section below.
