Description

Skin Benefits

1. Have Anti-Aging Effects

Fenugreek seeds can have surprising benefits for your skin, including eliminating the signs of aging like wrinkles and fine lines.

What You Need:

1 tablespoon fenugreek seeds soaked overnight
1 tablespoon plain yogurt
What You Need To Do

Blend the fenugreek seeds and yogurt till a smooth paste is formed.
Apply this paste on your face.
Keep it on for 30 minutes and then rinse with cold water.
Why Does It Work

Germinated fenugreek seeds show a significant amount of antioxidant activity and fight the free radicals that accelerate the process of aging

Yogurt has lactic acid that gently exfoliates your skin (). It also leaves your skin feeling smoother and softer.

2. Cure Acne

Those who are suffering from acne can give fenugreek seeds a try because they are very effective in .

What You Need

4 tablespoons fenugreek seeds soaked overnight in water

4 cups water

What You Need To Do

Add the fenugreek seeds to water and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
Strain the water and let it cool.
Using a cotton wool, dab the water onto your face twice a day. Store the excess in the refrigerator.
Why Does It Work

Fenugreek has a compound named diosgenin that has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. This helps fenugreek fight against acne.

3. Moisturize Skin

Fenugreek seeds can help moisturize and nourish your .

What You Need

1 teaspoon fenugreek seed powder
1 tablespoon water
What You Need To Do

Mix fenugreek powder and water to make a smooth paste.
Using a cotton ball, apply the paste all over your face.
Keep it on for half an hour. Rinse with water.
Why Does It Work

Fenugreek seeds prevent your skin from getting coarse or dry. The slippery texture moisturizes your skin ().

Hair Benefits

4. Prevent Hair Loss

Fenugreek is extremely effective in strengthening the hair from the roots and treating follicular problems.

What You Need

1 tablespoon fenugreek seeds
1 cup coconut oil
What You Need To Do

Place the coconut oil and fenugreek seeds in a mason jar. Seal the jar and store it for three weeks in a cool place, away from direct sunlight.
Strain the oil and use it for oil massages.
Why Does It Work

Fenugreek seeds have hormones that help . They are a good source of protein and nicotinic acid that strengthen the hair shaft and prevent breakage.

5. Add Shine

To make your and glossy, try using a fenugreek hair mask.

What You Need

2 tablespoons fenugreek seeds
1 cup water
What You Need To Do

Soak the whole ground seeds in boiling water and leave them overnight.
When the seeds turn slimy to touch, grind them into a paste. Apply the mixture on your scalp and roots, and then along the whole length of your hair.
Keep it on for 30 minutes and wash it off.
Why Does It Work

Fenugreek seeds contain lecithin, an emulsifying substance (). When soaked in water, the seeds produce a slippery substance that imparts shine to your hair.

6. Fight Dandruff

Dandruff is a common hair ailment, and it generally surfaces during winter.

There are various treatments and procedures to treat dandruff. One of the most basic and effective cures is using methi seeds. They are also an effective cure for dry scalp and dermatitis.

Why Does It Work

Dandruff is usually caused by a dry scalp or fungal infection. Fenugreek helps remove dandruff

7. Prevent Premature Graying

A part of folk medicine, fenugreek seeds have been used for a long time to prevent the graying of hair.

Why Does It Work

Fenugreek seeds have properties that help hair retain its pigment (). This helps delay graying.