Saffron is widely known, for its antibacterial properties, and is useful for the treatment of
Acne as it can be placed directly on the affected areas. It also acts as a natural exfoliator and helps remove dead skin cells.
Some of the most important benefits that saffron offers to the skin are :
1. Purify the skin :
Saffron offers active ingredients in purifying the skin and skin, helps in opening closed pores in the skin, removing blackheads.
It also secures smoothing and firmness of the skin.
Method :
Several bristles of saffron are soaked in floral water, kept in vials, regularly used in skin tone uniformity, facial purification, rejuvenation
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2. Gives skin shine :
One of the best advantages of saffron is its skin lightening property, as it contributes to giving it shine, luster and a lighter color. And that's why.
Saffron is one of the essential ingredients in most beauty creams.
In a study published in 2014 it was found that antioxidant efficacy
In saffron extracts it was 81%.
The study showed that creams containing saffron extracts produce pigmentation and anti-redness effect of the skin.
The first method :
Saffron and sandal mask: put 2-3 servings of saffron in a bowl, add 2 tablespoons of milk to it, leave for 5 minutes.
Then add a teaspoon of sandal powder, mix the mixture to form a paste, grease on a damp face, massage in a circular motion, leave for 20 minutes.
Then rinse with plain water, repeat for a week for bright skin.
- Method two. :
Saffron and honey mask: put 3-4 saffron whiskers in a bowl with 3 teaspoons of hot water, cover and leave for 30 minutes.
Then mash the saffron with hands to extract the solution, add half a tablespoon of honey, mix well, then grease the mixture on a clean face.
Leave for a quarter of an hour and rinse with plain water, and do not use soap after 5-6 hours.
3. For acne and scars :
Saffron is not only rich in antioxidants, but also has therapeutic and antibacterial properties, making it one of the best ingredients to get rid of.
From pimples, acne, scars. It also possesses excellent exfoliating properties that remove stains and marks left by grains and scars.
The first method :
Saffron mask for acne: put 3-4 saffron bristles in a bowl with half a glass of milk, soak for two hours, then grease the face and neck
For a quarter of an hour, the operation is repeated 3-4 times a week.
- Method two; saffron and basil mask :
Grind 10-12 saffron whiskers with 5-6 basil leaves together, grease the mixture on the grains and pimples and leave for an hour, then rinse with plain water
Treatment is followed twice a week.
4. To treat hair loss :
Rich in micronutrients and antioxidants, saffron is an important ingredient in the treatment of hair loss.
Repairs hair pores, treats hair loss and promotes growth.
- Method one, saffron hair mask:
Pour a glass of milk into a bowl, add 6 – 7 saffron whiskers, soak for 10 minutes and then add 4 – 5 tbsp licorice powder.
Mix well to form a soft paste that is rubbed on the scalp and left for half an hour, then rinsed with plain water.
Method two: saffron oil :
Add ½ cup of olive or almond oil in a bowl, add 1 teaspoon of saffron powder, and heat the mixture on low heat for.
5-7 minutes, remove from heat and cool to room temperature, pour into a bottle for storage.
After 3-4 days ( until the useful properties of saffron interact with the oil), the bottle is shaken before use, and the mixture is rubbed on undercoat to improve hair growth.