Ingredients:
* 1 banana, preferably ripe (you can keep ripe bananas in the freezer. Let it thaw before using)
* 1 tbsp honey
* An orange or a lemon
Preparation:
Mix the banana and honey together.
Add a few drops of juice from an orange or a lemon.
Apply to face for 15 minutes before rinsing with a cool washcloth or a steaming warm washcloth.

On skincare tips for winter, particularly on the possibility of an astringent or toner drying out skin during the three-step skincare routine
Oily skin can be an advantage especially during winters and is less likely to age. It is most important to regularly cleanse the face and body to prevent blocked pores that may lead to breakouts of blackheads, whiteheads and acne in general. After washing your face, use a toner made of rose extracts or rose water. Those with oily skin should continue only with an oil-free moisturiser.

Shahnaz Husain’s day typically begins with twenty minutes of yoga and stretching exercises. “It’s good to keep the body supple,” she says. Next comes a 20-minute soak in bath water sprinkled with rose petals and drops of sandalwood oil. Ghazal music is usually playing softly.
Husain washes her face with milk and graham flour. After the bath, she uses her Shaflower lotion, which counts wild turmeric and conessi bark among its active ingredients. A pedicure, manicure and a facial massage with aloe vera follow.

Tip #1: Cleanliness is Key
Perhaps it is not news to you that washing your face regularly will help to keep breakouts at bay. But do you know exactly how to wash your face properly? First, begin with a cleanser for your skin type, and avoid a lot of additional fragrances and ingredients that might irritate your skin and give you more issues than when you started. Use a clean washcloth with every washing to avoid putting bacteria and other substances back on your skin from previous washing. Finish off with a cool water rinse that will close pores and give you a healthy glow.