Celebrities are constantly photographed and filmed, so it’s no surprise that they always want to put their best ‘face’ forward. And for that, they experiment with their looks, try different makeup techniques and what not. Putting on makeup and looking glamorous is quite easy but for healthy, glowing skin, it is important to invest in a good skincare routine. While a number of models and actresses resort to desi remedies, there are many who use different beauty creams and products to keep their skin radiant.

We caught up with actress Minna Tariq, who essayed the character of Warda in socially relevant drama serial Ruswai, for insight into her skincare regime. Read on as Minna, daughter of renowned artist Rubina Ashraf, shares some beauty tips that she swears by.

All about skincare

Minna shares that she is actually quite big on DIY remedies but she balances it out with skincare products as well. “These days since I am home, I’m trying all the desi totkas that I come across.” She further adds, “Apart from this, my skincare regime is simple and basic; it includes washing my face, cleansing and toning. After this I use a face serum and sun-block.”

As for changing her beauty routine when there is no access to salons these days, Minna says that she has learned to do a lot of things herself and is experimenting with home remedies. “Having said that, I haven’t made any major changes in my skin and hair care routine,” she asserts.

DIY remedies

Minna informs that the secret to her smooth skin is steaming her face thrice a week with turmeric (haldi) in it. Besides that, the actress says that she absolutely loves this homemade face mask made of flax seeds and vitamin E, which she applies once or twice a week. “Another mask that I love is made with yoghurt, honey, some lemon and turmeric; it’s a life changer,” she adds.

Hair secrets

On the secret behind her long, beautiful tresses, the Ruswai actress informs that she doesn’t follow a specific hair care regime. “Well there is no secret; in fact I just don’t think about my hair too much or follow a particular routine. However, I make sure that I don’t abuse my hair.”

Moreover, Minna claims that she is a sucker for blow dries and that her biggest beauty indulgence is someone washing her hair and blow-drying it.

Makeup essentials

Speaking of makeup and whether she is a makeup junkie, the Ruswai actress says she is not too fond of wearing a lot of makeup, as it makes her look like a pancake. When asked about her makeup essentials, she shares that her most used makeup product is her Kat Von D face powder. She went on to say that besides her favourite face powder, you will find Huda Beauty highlighter and mascara, under eye concealer by NARS and Nyx lip balm in her makeup bag.

As for her favourite cosmetic brand, Minna reveals that as of now she is obsessed with Huda Beauty’s skin care line and one beauty product that she can’t live without is Wishful by Huda Beauty.

Signature beauty look

The fact is that we love to have fun with our makeup and experiment with different looks, but on a day-to-day basis, we are usually drawn to one look and that is our respective signature look. For Minna, her signature beauty look is quite basic - hair tied in a simple bun with centre parting along with some mascara and lip tint.

Piece of advice

The actress firmly believes that you are what you eat and according to Minna, whatever you consume definitely finds its way into your skin and onto your face. “Please eat fruits and if you can drink beetroot juice, these things can change your life and will help you nourish your skin from the inside out. I definitely know it has changed mine,” she advises on a parting note.