Brief Summary
This video introduces three natural skincare remedies based on the principles of "Satvic Skincare," which emphasizes using edible, ethical, and environmentally friendly ingredients. It highlights the dangers of commercial skincare products, including harm to the skin, animal testing, and environmental impact. The video offers alternatives like moong dal and besan powder for cleansers, natural oils for moisturizers, and aloe vera for spot treatment and sunscreen. It concludes with a challenge to switch to natural skincare for a week and encourages viewers to attend an online workshop for more information on adopting a Satvic lifestyle.
- Dangers of commercial skincare products to your skin, animals, and the environment.
- Introduction to Satvic Skincare based on the 3 E's: Edible, Ethical, and Environmental.
- DIY recipes for natural face cleansers, body washes, moisturizers, and spot treatments using kitchen ingredients.
- A 1-week "No Product Challenge" to switch to Satvic Skincare.
Introduction: The Problem with Commercial Skincare
Many people invest time and money in skincare, often drawn to products labeled "natural." However, dissatisfaction with skin dullness persists. The video aims to provide natural skincare remedies that are time-saving, cost-effective, and restore the skin's natural glow, utilizing ingredients commonly found in the kitchen. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding the potential harm caused by commercial skincare products.
The Three Dangers of Commercial Skincare Products
Using chemically packed skincare products poses three main dangers. First, the chemicals in these products are absorbed into the bloodstream through the skin's pores, with many containing parabens that are linked to diseases like cancer. The video advocates for the "golden rule": what you can't eat, you shouldn't apply to your skin. Second, the production of these products often involves animal testing, where animals endure torture and life-threatening experiments. Lastly, the plastic packaging of these products contributes to environmental pollution, taking hundreds of years to decompose and harming marine life when discarded in oceans.
Introducing Satvic Skincare: The 3 E's
Satvic Skincare is introduced as an alternative that follows the 3 E's: Edible, Ethical, and Environmental. "Edible" means only using ingredients safe to eat, as the skin absorbs what is applied to it. "Ethical" means avoiding products that cause harm to other beings, particularly animals. "Environmental" means avoiding products with plastic packaging.
DIY Natural Face Wash and Body Wash
As a substitute for face wash, the video suggests using green moong dal powder. To make it, blend one cup of green moong dal into a powder and store it in a glass jar. To use, mix the powder with water to form a paste, scrub onto the face, and wash off. For a body wash substitute, besan (chickpea flour) powder is recommended. Grind one cup of white chickpeas into a powder, store in a glass jar, and use it as a body scrub while bathing. For dry skin, oil can be mixed with these powders instead of water. An oat rose scrub can be made by grinding one cup of whole oats with 1/2 cup of dried rose petals for added fragrance, suitable for both face and body.
Natural Moisturizer and Spot Treatment
Natural oils, such as coconut oil, are recommended as moisturizers, which were used by ancestors before the advent of chemically loaded creams. Coconut oil is suitable for both summer and winter to keep the skin hydrated. Sesame oil is suggested for those with dry skin due to its heavier consistency. For spot treatment, aloe vera gel is recommended for acne, spots, and blackheads. Apply the gel from a fresh aloe vera leaf to the affected area at night and wash it off in the morning. Regular use can help acne and pimples disappear. Aloe vera gel also serves as a natural sunscreen.
The 1-Week No Product Challenge
The video concludes with a challenge to replace chemically loaded skincare products with natural alternatives that meet the 3 E's for one week. Participants are encouraged to share their experiences and new skincare products on Instagram using the hashtag #MyEdibleSkincare and invite three others to join the challenge. Viewers are also invited to attend an online workshop for more in-depth knowledge about adopting a Satvic and natural lifestyle.
