Hey wine lovers, chugging that bottle of Pinot Noir may not get you those apple cheeks but maybe a hangover. We have got you a healthier way to treat yourself with this burgundy drink. At-home wine facial it is! This one’s just perfect for a relaxing weekend and some quality self-love time. So, stay with us, ladies!
Not promoting you to gulp down all the Shiraz in the world, but red wine is loaded with antioxidants. After the fermentation of the grape skins, your wine gets its colour and the benefits of a few potent antioxidants called resveratrol, flavonoids, and tannin. Before you excitedly rush to find a corkscrew, let us tell you something. Yes, wine does contain these antioxidants, but also alcohol!
To know the effect of using wine on the skin, we at HealthShots spoke to Dr Nivedita Dadu, a renowned dermatologist. She listed some extraordinary beauty benefits of wine when applied topically.
A word of caution from the skin expert
“Before using red wine or any other ingredients used in this facial routine, make sure you do a patch test of all of them. Use them on your elbow first and if no irritation persists, only then use them on the face. Using a low alcohol version of wine is advised for this facial at home.” says Dr Dadu, Founder and Chairman of Dr. Nivedita Dadu’s Dermatology Clinic.
Begin with cleansing the face to get rid of any excess dirt, oil or impurities settled into the pores of your skin.
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Why is exfoliating the skin so satisfying? Maybe, the thought of skin’s real glow emerging post it keeps us hooked on this step.
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Hold on! This step doesn’t require wine but just plain water. Steaming your face will open the pores well for receiving all the goodness of the red wine. It will also get rid of all those stubborn black and whiteheads.
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A relaxing massage is our favourite step in a facial . It increases the blood circulation on the face and let’s the moisturizing ingredients seep into the skin surface.
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If you’ve reached this fun part, get your favourite book to read while the mask dries.
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To complete the facial, dab rose water all over your face to tone your skin for a well-rounded look.
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For best results, avoid using a face wash or any other face product for the next 24 hours after doing this facial at home.
Once you’re done, pour some of that vino for yourself and your partner. Well, don’t you need an audience to display that ‘just got a facial’ glow? Get ready to be bombarded with compliments and remember to not overindulge.
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