What is ubtan and how to use it?

February 19, 2023

What is ubtan?

Ubtan is far from a novelty on the cosmetics market. This tool was used as early as 5000 years ago in India and it can be safely said that it is one of the first cosmetic products. Ubtan is a mixture of finely ground dry herbs and clay, literally translated from Hindi as "a mixture of powders for cleansing the skin". The modern product resembles powder in its consistency, the grinding is so fine that it is unable to injure even very delicate and sensitive skin. Some confuse the product with a scrub, but you shouldn't expect such an effect due to too small particles in the composition.

A brief history of ubtana

As we said above, the tool appeared approximately 5,000 years ago in India. The laws of Ayurveda indicate that you can use for beauty only what is suitable for food. Thanks to this, ubtan for skin and body is very popular today, not only among vegans, but also among followers of the traditions of environmental friendliness and naturalness. The product does not contain components harmful to health and nature. In India, the tool was used for various religious ceremonies. For example, the newlyweds prepared for the future life by washing away everything old with the help of a crushed mixture of herbs and clay. The night before the wedding, a special mixture was applied to the body, which necessarily contained turmeric - it was believed that this would protect the couple from evil spirits. Of course, such traditions are of no use to modern women. However, cosmetics manufacturers were able to take all the most necessary and most effective from the product and significantly improved the formula. Today, ubtan is a popular cosmetic product that is used not only by followers of Ayurveda, but also by everyone who wants to maintain beauty and youth.

What are the components of ubtan for the face and skin?

Of course, there is no single recipe. Moreover, today you can find ubtan for oily, dry, sensitive skin, etc. And, of course, the composition of each tool will be different. But the following components are traditionally used:

clay
sage, chamomile, calendula
rice, chickpea or oat flour
turmeric, rose powder, etc.

The product rarely causes an allergic reaction. An exception is the intolerance of some component. The most important property of the powder is to thoroughly clean the skin, and a light and correct massage with the paste can improve blood circulation, give you not only cleanliness, but also an even skin tone and a fresh blush.
How to apply ubtan correctly?

clean the skin of cosmetics using a product you are used to - for example, micellar water, foam or milk for washing
pour a small amount of ubtan either immediately in the palm of your hand or in a ceramic bowl, and dilute with a small amount of water to a mushy state
apply the powder to the wet skin of the face and perform a light massage
you can leave the product on the skin for a few minutes, so you use it as a mask
thoroughly wash off the residue with cool water, wipe the skin with a tonic and apply your usual care

We recommend that you try a natural ubtan for your face at least once in your life. You will definitely appreciate its effect from regular use and notice how clean and velvety your skin becomes.

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