Indian civilization was always much more advanced and rich in every sphere of life than most other parts of the world till it was untouched by invaders.
Whether it was architecture seen in our temples which indicated time within the building of the temple or carving out a full temple out of a single rock.
The Kailasa temple in Maharashtra is part of the Ellora Caves. It is carved out of a single rock and is dedicated to Lord Shiva.)
Traditional Indian Science is based on Nature’s glory
The traditional food, beauty, and health science of Ayurveda used the medicinal properties of local herbs, plants, and natural additives. These good health practices made life naturally affirmative, enhancing life spans and making the body, mind, and soul a strong unit of the universe.
The premise is that whatever you can’t put in your mouth should not be put on your face and body.
Now read that again and think how well or not you have been treating your body.
Traditional Indian Kitchen was the local pharmacy and beauty haven
The Indian kitchen was home to science, beauty, and good health sprinkled with Grandma’s wisdom and nature’s glory.
This made the family naturally healthy, beautiful, intelligent, and strong from within and without.
Let’s bring back some of that wisdom into our current kitchens, homes, beauty treatments, and life!
Here are some of the coolest DIY beauty secrets from the treasure troves of India’s traditional grandmothers.
DIY Magical Mane Hair Oil for shiny, glowing, healthy and long hair
Here’s an age-old hair oil recipe that you can make in your kitchen and have long nourishing hair that continues to grow healthily.
Ingredients:
200 ml Coconut Oil
15-20 Almonds (crushed )
10-15 Curry Leaves
20 ml Castor Oil
Method:
Take the Coconut Oil in a pan and cook on low flame. Add the crushed almonds followed by curry leaves.
Cook on low flame till the almonds turn golden brown.
Strain this mixture separating the oil from the rest of the ingredients.
Cool it.
Take a bowl and mix the Castor oil and the Coconut oil together. Store this magical healing nourishing oil in a glass bottle.
Shelf life : 1 month
Tips for hair growth
Use this oil thrice a week. Wash it off with a mild Ayurvedic shampoo.
Use a wooden comb to comb your hair.
Massage well inside the scalp and also apply it on the length of the hair.
If you have dry hair keep the hair oiled overnight. For oily hair 5 hours of oiling is sufficient.
Dietary tips to aid hair growth:
Consume overnight-soaked dry fruit especially almonds
Also, consume foods like sattu in food or milk.
DIY Naturally Nourishing Oil for Perfectly Pretty Strong Nails
This naturally nourishing oil protects and repairs damaged nails. It also stimulates nail growth.
Ingredients:
4 tbsp Coconut oil
1 tbsp Castor oil
3 Garlic cloves
Method :
Take a small glass bowl
Add the coconut oil followed by the castor oil.
Cut the garlic into small pieces and mix well.
For best results:
Deeply moisturize the nail and cuticle area.
Apply this oil on the nails and cuticle area and leave overnight.
With regular usage, you will have strong and healthy nails consistently.
DIY Protein-Rich Natural Keratin Hair Mask
The current product driven salon culture has popularised and in fact made keratin hair treatments a regular feature for anyone who wants their hair to shine with a glow and feel all healthy.
Keratin aids and helps in forming the skin’s outer layer. Hence, supporting the skin and healing and wounds. It also helps in keeping the nails and hair in good health.
The truth being though that chemically infused keratin treatments can mean exposure to harmful chemicals during the procedure which can cause major health issues.
There is good news and it’s the traditional good old grandma’s naturally made keratin hair mask. This can be used daily and will make your crowning glory and you shine like royalty.
Ingredients:
2 spoons rice
1 spoon flax seeds
½ cup raw milk
1 spoon hair oil
Method:
Wash and soak rice flax seeds for 3 to 4 hours.
Then boil it for 20 minutes. Let the mixture cool.
After it’s cooled down, add the milk and oil to it. Now grind it all into a paste.
Apply this natural DIY keratin hair mask to your hair.
After 30 minutes wash it off with a mild ayurvedic shampoo.
Say hello to soft,shiny, moist, silky and healthy hair!
If your family also has some traditional Indian beauty secrets, please share them in the comments section.
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