Importance of Hartalika Teej

The festival of Hartalika Teej holds special significance for women. On this day, it is normal to feel tired on the face amidst fasting, puja and other preparations. Especially when the body feels tired due to not consuming water during the fast and one does not even get time to go to the parlor.

Do skincare at home

But you don't need to worry. You can do some simple skincare remedies at home according to your skin type. About This 30 minute home skincare routine Can help make your face look clean and fresh.

Step 1: Cleansing

Always start the skincare process with facial cleansing. For this, use a mild face wash or cleanser according to your skin.

Apply the cleanser gently on the face in a circular motion and then wash with water. Instead of rubbing your face with a towel, pat it gently to dry.

If your skin reacts quickly to a new product, choose the same product that already suits your skin instead of trying a new one on the festival day.

Step 2: Exfoliation

Light exfoliation can be done after cleansing the face. This helps in removing the dead skin deposited on the upper layer of the skin and the face looks more smooth.

If your skin is oily, you can make a light paste of gram flour and rose water. Apply it gently on the face. But if you have active pimples, irritation or sensitive skin, avoid scrubbing.

For dry skin, a light pack can be made by mixing curd, honey and a little gram flour. Instead of rubbing it too much, leave it for a while and wash it with water.

Step 3: Desi Face Pack

A simple face pack can be prepared at home to bring freshness to the face on the occasion of Teej.

For this take:

• 1 spoon gram flour




• 1 spoon curd




• half teaspoon honey




• a small pinch of turmeric

Mix all the ingredients and make a paste. apply it on the face and approx. 10 minutes leave for. After it dries, apply some water to soften it and then wash it with normal water.

If your skin is oily, you can reduce the amount of curd and honey. If you have sensitive skin, it is better to do a patch test before applying turmeric or any new home remedy on the face.

Step 4: Facial Massage

Now it's time for facial massage. For this, use aloe vera gel or moisturizing cream according to your skin.

close to Very gently for 5-10 minutes Massage face and neck. Starting from the neck, give light strokes in an upward direction on the jaw line, cheeks, forehead and other parts of the face.

Take special care when massaging around the eyes and apply very light pressure. Avoid rubbing or pulling too hard on the face.

Step 5: Moisturizer and Sunscreen

At the end of skincare, do not forget to apply moisturizer according to your skin. This will help in maintaining moisture in the skin.

If you have to go out during the day, Broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher Don't forget to apply. Use of sunscreen is especially important when going out in the sun during fasts and pujas.

Things to keep in mind on festival days

If you are observing Nirjala fast, do not ignore problems like weakness or dizziness and give priority to your health. Also, avoid using any new face pack, scrub or cosmetic product for the first time on the festival day.

This Hartalika Teej, if you are not able to find time to visit the parlor, then there is no need to worry. At home Cleansing, light exfoliation, face pack, massage and moisturizing By following these steps you can give your skin a clean, soft and fresh look.

The natural freshness of the face along with saree, mehndi, jewelery and Solah makeup can make your Teej look even more beautiful.