Summer Face Pack: shining skin It doesn’t always require expensive serums or a complicated skincare routine to achieve. Many times its secret is hidden in traditional methods that have been followed for generations. An example of this is Priyanka Chopra and her mother Dr. Madhu Chopra, who still believes in an easy and natural skincare recipe.

Recently, Dr. Madhu Chopra shared her favorite DIY gram flour-turmeric face pack in a post. He told that this face pack has been a part of the skincare routine of both him and Priyanka for years. He said, “My daughter and I use this face pack for all types of skin needs,” and explained its usefulness and effectiveness.

What is the specialty of this face pack?

This recipe is based on the traditional Indian skincare method ‘Ubtan’, which uses ingredients easily available in the kitchen. According to Dr. Chopra, this mixture helps in cleansing, brightening and refreshing the skin. Besides, it also affects common problems like dullness, dryness and pigmentation.

What things are needed to make this pack?

• Gram flour: It acts as a mild cleanser and exfoliant


• Turmeric: It has properties that reduce inflammation and improve skin.


• Curd and Cream: They provide hydration and nourishment to the skin


• Milk: It softens the skin with the combination of all the ingredients

By mixing all these things, a face pack is prepared, which not only soothes the skin but also helps in healing it and is considered good for getting natural glow at home.

How to make gram flour-turmeric face pack?

Dr. Madhu Chopra has also told the easy way to make it:

• First take 2 spoons of gram flour


• add some fresh cream to it


• Then add one spoon curd


• add a pinch of turmeric


• Mix all these with cold milk and prepare a smooth paste.


• Apply this paste evenly on the face, leave it for 15 to 20 minutes and then wash it gently. This makes the skin look more fresh and glowing.


• He told that this method is especially good for dry skin, but it can also be modified as per need.

How to make changes according to your skin type?

• If gram flour does not suit then wheat flour can be used instead.


• If turmeric does not suit you, you can use lemon juice instead.


• If dairy products are to be avoided then tomato pulp or potato juice can be used.


• With these small changes, this face pack becomes useful for people of different skin types.

What things require special care?

Even though this is a natural remedy, the ingredients used in it are effective. Therefore, Dr. Chopra advises to take some precautions. He said that do not apply this pack under the eyes, because the skin there is very delicate. Do patch test before use