We all love treating ourselves to a relaxing face mask, but why spend money on one when you can use ingredients from your own kitchen and make it yourself? Many staples in your kitchen can come together to create nourishing, effective face masks. Step-up your skincare game while also saving money! Homemade masks are great because they allow you to know EXACTLY what is in them--no fillers, no ingredients you can't pronounce, just simple, effective, safe elements!
*After mixing your face mask, remember to do a patch test on your hand before applying to your face. Additionally, it is important to check expiration dates on ingredients, as well as use the mask the same day you make it. All of these steps will help ensure you don’t experience adverse reactions to the mask.
Hydrate and Nourish
Ingredients/Instructions:
1/2 avocado
1 tablespoon honey
A handful of oats or oat bran
Option to add milk with lactic acid to assist in exfoliation
Mix all ingredients together
Honey is considered to be a humectant, which means it leaves the skin hydrated without feeling oily. Avocado removes any roughness on the skin leaving it incredibly smooth, while the oats have calming and soothing properties. It is recommended to apply this mask onto clean, dry skin and leave it on for 15 minutes before rinsing off.
Improve Uneven Skin Texture and Tone
Ingredients/Instructions:
1 tablespoon of natural, plain yogurt
1 tablespoon of honey
1 tablespoon of turmeric powder
Mix all ingredients together
There are many positive effects of using lactic acid on the skin, which is found in dairy. The plain yogurt in this face mask, containing lactic acid, will help brighten the skin by lifting away rough surface cells. The turmeric in this mask is beneficial for combating pigmentation, and the honey is extremely nourishing. It is recommended to apply this mask onto clean, dry skin and leave it on for 15 minutes before rinsing off.
Beautiful Glow
Ingredients/Instructions:
1 tablespoon of cacao powder
1/4 papaya
A squeeze of aloe vera gel
Mix all ingredients together
Aloe Vera is filled with many nourishing vitamins that work together to brighten, soothe, and hydrate the skin. Papaya consists of many exfoliating enzymes that work to dissolve dead skin cells, while the cacao powder boosts circulation leaving your skin feeling fresh and plump. It is recommended to apply this mask onto clean, dry skin and leave on for ten minutes before taking off.
Minimize Enlarged Pores
Ingredients/Instructions:
1 egg white
1 tablespoon of honey
A little squeeze of lemon juice
Mix all ingredients together
Egg whites and lemon juice have astringent properties that work to tighten the skin, making enlarged pores not as obvious. The honey in this face mask works to boost the skin’s moisture levels, so the mask will leave your skin feeling clean, hydrated and plump, without the look of enlarged pores. It is recommended to apply to clean, dry skin and leave on for ten minutes before rinsing off.
Happy DIY face masking! Take time to kick back, relax, and nourish your beautiful skin.
References
Kilikita (2019). Homemade Face Mask Recipes - How To Make Your Own Spa-Worthy Face Masks At Home. Retrieved from https://www.elle.com/uk/beauty/skin/articles/a38190/homemade-diy-face-mask-recipes