Get festival-ready skin in minutes

Written by: Sneha Jajoo Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra 4 September 2025

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Gentle Exfoliation

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De-Puff with a Spoon

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Green Tea Ice Cubes

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5- Minute Jade Roller

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DIY Vitamin C Glow

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The Glow Sandwich Method

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Glossy Skin Trick

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Pre-Makeup Highlighter Hack

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The Yoga Glow Hack

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Takeaway

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