Mulethi powder, known in English as licorice, has loads of benefits for your skin, hair, and overall health.
Tired of using chemical-infused skincare products but scared to stop for fear of relapse? Here’s a more natural ingredient that’ll care for all your skin problems.
Mulethi powder is a natural solution for all types of skin-related concerns. When it comes to clear and glowing skin, this natural ingredient can be considered one of the best.
Mulethi powder has been used for centuries to eliminate different skin and health problems.
It’s a popular ingredient in southern Europe and western Asia and is used to treat various health concerns, some of which include indigestion, sore throat, scalp infection, weight loss, and of course, skin problems.
In this article, I’ll walk you through the various benefits of mulethi powder for your skin. I’ll also show you how to make a DIY solution using this powder to treat each skin problem.
Keep Scrolling!
Benefits of Mulethi Powder For Your Skin
Here’s how mulethi powder benefits your skin.
Removes Sunburn
Mulethi Powder helps to get rid of sunburn. Proper usage will fade sunburn and also protect your skin from UV rays. This is the best home remedy for sunburn removal.
How to Apply
Mix one tablespoon of mulethi powder with plain yogurt. Stir until you get a smooth paste. Apply this mix to the affected area(s).
After that, leave it on for about 30 minutes. This should dry out the mask.
Wet the mask with a few drops of water and scrub gently for 2 minutes before washing off.
Spot Treatment
The skin brightening properties of mulethi also help to fade dark spots.
How to Apply
Get the following ingredients; 1 tablespoon of mulethi powder, 1 tablespoon of sandalwood powder, and raw milk.
Mix mulethi and sandalwood powder, then add enough raw milk and stir until you get a smooth paste.
Rub it on your face and neck area and allow it to air dry for 20 minutes.
Rinse it off with cold water.
Brightens Skin
This ingredient is suitable for skin brightening as it has minerals and several acids that eliminate the dark patches on your skin. Mulethi has many components for skin brightening.
How to Apply
Add the following into a bowl; 2 teaspoons of mulethi Powder, ¼ teaspoon of Amba Haldi powder, 1 teaspoon of rice flour, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, and rose water.
Make a smooth paste and apply it to your face and neck.
Leave it to dry for 15-20 minutes and wash it off with normal water.
To Get Rid of Blemishes
Antioxidants like licochalcone and glabridin can be found in mulethi, which help eliminate blemishes and pigmentation on the skin.
How to Apply
You’ll need 1 tablespoon of mulethi powder, 1/2 tablespoon of sandalwood powder, 2 tablespoons of yogurt, and 1/2 tablespoon of honey.
Mix all the ingredients in a bowl until you get a smooth paste.
Apply it to your face and neck area and allow it to dry, after which you wash it off with water.
Skin Tightening
Mulethi Powder aids in the regeneration of collagen and elastin, which are responsible for skin tightening.
It also has amino acids which rehydrate and moisturizes the skin.
How to Apply
You’ll need one tablespoon of mulethi powder, 1 tablespoon of aloe vera gel, 1 tablespoon of rosewater, and a pinch of amba haldi powder.
Mix these ingredients properly till you get a smooth paste.
Apply generously to your face and neck, then allow it to dry for about 15 minutes.
Wash it off with water.
Other benefits of Mulethi powder ;
- It treats dandruff on hair
- Gets rid of bad breath
- It prevents premature hair greying
- It helps in weight loss
- It prevents hair breakage
- It improves immunity
- It regulates hormones
Conclusion
I hope you found this piece helpful.
Let me know which of these skin concerns you plan on tackling in the comment section.
