Fenugreek skin benefits

Fenugreek is an herb that is used in the kitchen and also in traditional medicine due to its various health benefits. Fenugreek also has many skin benefits. Here are some of them.

Mucilage is a gel like substance that helps to hydrate and moisturize the skin. Mucilage forms a protective layer on the skin which can prevent moisture loss and keep the skin soft and supple.

Fenugreek seeds are known for their anti-inflammatory properties that can help to reduce inflammation and redness on the skin. So these seeds can be used topically to treat skin conditions like eczema and rosacea.

These seeds are rich in anti-oxidants that can help to neutralize free radicals. These free radicals can cause skin aging. Hence using the fenugreek seeds can reduce appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and prevent premature aging.

Fenugreek seeds have antibacterial properties that can help to treat acne by killing the bacteria that causes it. It can also regulate sebum production which clogs pores and cause breakouts.

Finally fenugreek seeds contain vitamin C which can brighten your skin tone and promote even skin tone. It can also improve blood which can result in a healthy glow.

How to use fenugreek for face?

Now since you know the benefits of using fenugreek on your skin let us look at the different ways by which you can use them. There are many ways by which you can use fenugreek on the skin.

You can first start with fenugreek seeds paste. First grind a handful of fenugreek seeds to a fine powder. Mix it with some water to make a paste. Cleanse your face and apply this paste to your face. Leave it for 20 minutes before rinsing it off with lukewarm water. This way you can moisturize your skin and reduce skin inflammation.

Secondly you can try our fenugreek and yogurt mask. Take 1 teaspoon of fenugreek powder and mix it with 1 tablespoon of plain yogurt to create a thick paste. Apply this paste to your face. Leave it on for 20 minutes. Finally wash it off with lukewarm water. With this mask you can brighten your face and reduce acne.

Thirdly we have our fenugreek and honey mask. Mix 1 tablespoon of fenugreek powder with 1 tablespoon of honey. Mix till you get a thick paste. Apply the paste to your face and leave it on for 15 minutes. Finally wash it off with lukewarm water. This mask is good for moisturizing the skin and to reduce inflammation.  

Take some fenugreek oil in your hands and massage it on to your face directly. Massage this oil gently into your skin. Leave the oil for 30 minutes before rinsing it off with lukewarm water. This way you can nourish and hydrate the skin.

As with any new skincare product you need to test the above first on a small area of your skin before using it on your face. This way you can make sure if there are any allergies.

In conclusion

Fenugreek can moisturize your skin and even out uneven skin tone. It can soothe and calm your skin and treat acne. You can use our four methods to get the benefits of using fenugreek on your skin.