Sometimes we wonder how these film-stars/actresses have such flawless skin and we look at the mirror, saying silently “I wish…” Well that’s not so we want to look picture perfect without the heavy mask (read makeups/concealer) and ready to devote only 15 minutes per day; it is possible!

To start, we need to identify the skin type and go for the particular problems associated with the skin. And not to mention our skin-care regime changes according to the skin-types. But some common regimes can be followed for beautiful & clear skin.

For a good and overall well being it is good to start the day with a glass of lukewarm water and Indian Gooseberry Powder (Amla). Frankly speaking, it tastes not so great, so punch it with a little bit of fresh lemon juice and drink it along with two almonds. It is a good source of vitamin E, C, and Amla -powder helps to increase metabolic rate as well. It should not take more than 5 minutes to consume so many vitamins – the ultimate necessity for your skin.

Being a working and married woman, I can make out the hassles of earning money while managing a husband and home:) Really I can!! So while preparing breakfast we can save some time by putting the following mask just for 5-10 minutes.

Take a bowl and mix the following:

Prepare dust of Lentil (Masoor Dal) and keep it in an air-tight box. Make sure the granules are not very big so that it can hurt your skin. We can use around 100-150 grams of lentil for 3-4 months – Take half spoonful of this powder. So, what are you having for today’s breakfast? Cornflakes/Oats with some fruits say apple/banana/grapes/papaya/cucumber? Take just one/two pieces of it and squeeze it by hand/mixer-grinder. …