Many moisturizers are made with harmful chemicals. These chemicals sometimes have long-term effects on us and can even be the reason for some fatal diseases like cancer. So is there an alternative? Here is how you can use these simple kitchen ingredients as natural moisturizers to get a radiant looking skin.

Olive Oil

One of the best natural moisturizers, olive oil is rich in antioxidants and natural acids, and helps fight the harmful UV rays of sun. Either use a few spoonful along with lavender oil in your bath or massage your body and face with olive oil before a shower.

Cucumber

Cucumber is rich in potassium, magnesium, Vitamins A and E and the high water content can treat under eye bags and wrinkles. Grate a raw cucumber and add some honey or cream to it, apply it on your face and keep it for 10-15 minutes before washing it off. Get an instantly glowing and refreshing skin.

Avocado

Avocado has high amount of fat and Vitamins A, D and E, which are great for the skin. Hence, avocado moisturizes the skin as well as works as an anti-aging agent. After eating avocado, rub the inner side of the peel on your face.

Milk or cream

Milk is perhaps the most common ingredient from your kitchen that you can use as one of the natural moisturizers. Raw milk is best, but since it is difficult to get, you can settle for full-fat milk. To use it, clean your face first and massage milk on to your face using your fingertips. For even better results, add almond paste to the milk and spread it over your face. Keep it there for 15-20 minutes or until it dries. Then wash it off with water.

Yogurt

Plain and simple yogurt can work wonders on not just your face, but on your dry hands and chapped heels too. Apply on slightly wet skin and spread it evenly. Leave it on for 10 minutes and then wash it clean. Repeat this routine 2-3 times a week and see the magic of a natural moisturizer.

Bananas

Do not throw away the overripe bananas. Instead, ignore its odor, mash it, and put it on your face for 20 minutes to get a softer and smoother skin instantly. Remember, the riper the better!

Honey

Organic honey is extremely good for the skin. It is known as one of the best natural moisturizers as it contains emollient and humectant. When you apply honey on your face, it goes deeper into our skin and keeps it moisturized and glowing. Honey is rich in antioxidants, it gives the skin an extra glow when used twice a week. Apply it on your face and leave it for 15-20 minutes for a radiant skin.