Having good skin is something that everyone wishes to achieve but not everyone is blessed with good skin. Applying mask can help improve the complexion of a person and are a good way to thoroughly cleanse and nourish the skin on a deep level. Here are some natural face mask that you can try in the comfort of your home.
1. Tropical Mask
Mash one banana with 1 tablespoon of honey and mix until it forms a smooth paste. Apply to face and allow to stay on for 10-15 minutes. Rinse well. Good for dry skin.
2. Chai Mask
For exfoliating the skin, mix 1 tablespoon of honey and 1/2 teaspoon each of cinnamon and nutmeg.
Rub on face and let sit 20 minutes. Remove with a washcloth and warm water. (Note: some people react to cinnamon or nutmeg on skin so test a small amount on your arm before using). Good for oily or normal skin.
3.The Guacamole Mask
For dry skin, mash 1/2 of a ripe avocado with 2 tablespoons of honey and apply to the face. Let sit 20 minutes and rinse well. Good for all skin types, especially dry skin.
4. Cool Cucumber Mask
This one is especially great for oily or inflamed skin. Blend 1/2 of a cucumber with 1 tablespoon of honey and 1 teaspoon of bentonite or kaolin clay. Add additional clay if needed to create a paste. Apply to face and leave on for 20 minutes. Remove with a washcloth and warm water. Good for all skin types, especially cooling for acne prone skin.
5. Teapot Mask
Add dried herbs like rosemary, sage, rose petals or essential oils like lavender, eucalyptus and rose to a pot of boiled water. Place your face above the pot of boiled water and drape a towel over your head, creating a tent. CLose your eyes and steam for 10 minutes.
6. Breakfast Face Mask
Mix 1 cup of cold natural yogurt with ½ cup of oatmeal. Apply to the face and let it sit for 20 minutes before washing off with lukewarm water.
For oily skin, add 2-3 drops of lemon juice.
For dry skin, add 2 tablespoon of honey.
7. Egg white Mask
Beat one white until smooth and cover your face with the egg white. Let it dry completely then rinse off.
8. Tea Bag Eye Rejuvenator
Brewed black tea bags help to reduce the puffiness in the eyes. Close your eyes and place them on your eyes for about five minutes.
9. Anti-aging Mask
Mix one mashed avocado, 3 tablespoons of raw cocoa powder or cocoa powder, 2 teaspoons of raw honey or honey, and 2 tablespoons of oatmeal flakes. Infuse green tea in a small cup of hot water and let it cool. Add a splash to the mixture, or enough to make it into a paste. Let the mask sit for about 20 minutes before rinsing off with lukewarm water.
10. Tomato Mask
Cutting the tomato in half and rub it onto your face and neck. Rinse off with water after 15 mins. Alternatively, if you have more time to spare, slice the tomato and mash it into a pulp using a fork or spoon and apply it onto your face. this is used for treating oily and acne prone skin as tomatoes remove the excess oil on the skin and reduces the number of blackheads.
Aftercare:
After using a facemask, use a toner made from 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar diluted in 1 cup of cool water to lock in the effects of the mask.
Olive oil works fabulously as a lotion/ moisturizer. If you do not like olive oil, sesame oil (regular not toasted), peanut oil, almond oil, and argan oil work too. Just use 2-3 drops of oil for the face and massage it slowly onto your skin. Do not use too much oil as breakouts may occur.
All these face mask work wonders but you need to be patient to see the full effects of the mask. Stay determined and be patient for youthful, healthy skin requires hard work ;)
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