28 May,2010 10:35 AM IST | | Avantika Patil
Television actor Neha Marda receives many a compliments for her clear, healthy skin. She shares her beauty secrets with CS:
Diet duties
My day starts with a glass of lukewarm water to keep my system clean. And, I at least drink four litres of water everyday. Other than that, I have fruits like papaya, watermelon, peach, etc for breakfast. A little late in the afternoon, I drink coconut water and eat an apple or some other fruit.
Daily care
I wash my face daily with rose water and often apply papaya paste. Since my skin is full of make-up through out the day, I apply a 'before make-up' pack which protects my skin and blocks the cosmetics from entering the pores of my skin. I cleanse my skin with a cream and wash it thoroughly after taking off the make-up. Once I get back home, I wash my face with rose water once and apply a hydrated moisturiser which helps my skin breathe.u00a0
X-Factor
If natural remedies don't produce results, I fall back on cosmetic skin treatments. I go for cleanup every 20 days and for a facial after an interval of 35 days. I believe that pampering your skin is extremely important. Every 15 days, I also go for a spa treatment. But I take care to use products according to the season. I don't bleach too often as it burns your skin.
Sun shield
I apply sunblock 15 minutes before I leave home. To avoid tanning, I drink kache aam ka panha before stepping out. Another very effective household remedy to protect your skin from damage is to apply walnut paste with vinegar. It is my secret recipe for happy skin.
Hair care
Hair is woman's real jewellery; it needs to be protected. I go for oil massage every three days and trim it regularly. I make sure I apply an egg, curd, onion and lemon paste after every ten days.
