Skin15 min
Neem, Multani Mitti and Besan Ubtan for Humid Weather
Besan, a little multani mitti and neem powder with rose water as a short face mask for oily, humid weather. Patch test first and keep it off dry or sore skin.
The desi ubtan, for humid weeks
Ubtan is a traditional paste, and in humid months a besan, multani mitti and neem version is popular for oily skin. Besan gently lifts oil and flakes, multani mitti absorbs oil and neem leaves a fresh feel. It is a wash-off mask that may help skin feel clean. It does not treat acne or fungal infections.
Keep the mask thin, do not let it dry hard, and rinse after about ten minutes. Use it twice a week at most and moisturise afterwards. Patch test first. Skip it on dry, broken or very sensitive skin, and see a dermatologist for acne that is painful or spreading.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons besan
- 1 teaspoon multani mitti and half a teaspoon neem powder
- Rose water to make a paste
How to prepare
- Mix the powders and add rose water a little at a time to a smooth paste.
- Use a non-metal bowl.
How to use
- Apply a thin layer on clean skin for ten minutes, then rinse while slightly damp.
- Moisturise lightly after.
Helpful habits
- Add a few drops of curd if the paste feels harsh.
- Mix fresh each time.
Precautions
- Patch test first and use twice a week at most.
- Skip it on dry, broken or very sensitive skin.
- Not a treatment for acne or fungal infections.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use it every day?
- No. Twice a week is plenty.
Will it cure pimples?
- No. It may leave oily skin feeling cleaner.
Can I use it on my body?
- Yes, on the back and chest in a thin layer, rinsed well.
