There are so many face masks available in the stores that claim to improve skin tone, help fight aging, heal acne, and restore moisture but the question is does it work. Some of these are quite reliable products but on the negative side, many of these masks include chemicals and other synthetic ingredients that may cause more damage.
Your skin requires good skincare products that will nourish your skin from within and not just makeup products. If you are against products sold in the market, it’s better to opt for DIY face masks. The good part about making our mask is that it’s easy to find quality ingredients in your pantry and refrigerator that have proven skin protection qualities. Here are a few DIY face masks that make wonders.
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Egg White Face Mask
Pores are found all over our body and they are the opening at the top of the hair follicle and are responsible for the secretion of oil and toxins from our skin. The overall size of your pores is determined by your genetics and other factors.
No matter what the cause is you can minimize the appearance of the pore if you keep them clean. So here is an egg white face mask which helps you get rid of open pores, black, and whiteheads.
1.Take one egg white and beat the egg white until it is frothy and add two tablespoons of lemon juice.
2.Simply mix the two ingredients and stir it very lightly to mix it well, the consistency is runny because we are not using any other ingredient.
3.This can be applied particularly on the affected areas and also on the entire face, use a face brush to apply it as it is runny and spread it out evenly on your face.
Leave the mask on for ten to fifteen minutes and wash it off with clean water, this mask can be used two to three times a week if you have major open pores.
Vitamin C Face Pack
The antioxidant properties of vitamin c act as a vital molecule for skin health and also help in preventing and treating ultraviolet-induced photodamage. This super easy formula is rich in natural vitamin c with orange and lemon which gives your skin a natural glow.
- Take two tablespoons of Multani mitti powder which helps in detoxifying your face and add one tablespoon of orange peel powder which helps in brightening and softening the skin.
- Add one or one and a half tablespoon of lemon peel powder, if not available you can use lemon juice and add a few drops of cinnamon essential oil or cinnamon powder from your kitchen and also add a bit of aloe vera gel.
- Mix all of these ingredients well and apply it all over your face and neck, leave it on for 30 minutes and wash it off with cool water.
Glass Skin With Yogurt
Yogurt is rich in lactic acid that removes dead skin layers gently from your face. Lemon-infused honey is a natural exfoliator that takes off dry dull skin and reveals new skin cells underneath. Tomatoes reduce oiliness and restore the glow to the skin. Here is the procedure to attain glassy glossy skin.
1.Take two tablespoons of fresh yogurt and add one tablespoon of tomato juice in it, next add one or two tablespoons of gram flour and one tablespoon of honey.
2.Mix it well and apply this mask evenly all over your face and leave it for 20 minutes to dry and wash it off with plain water.
3.Pat dry your face and apply face moisturizer.
Face Mask To Solve Your Dry Skin Woes
If your skin feels itchy and dry or you notice some pigmentation on your face, then here is an oatmeal mask that you should try. Oatmeal has potent emollient properties making it a great moisturizer. Milk drives out all the girt and dead skin cells from clogged pores, preventing from further blackheads and acne.
1.All you need is two tablespoons of oats, one tablespoon of honey, a quarter cup of milk.
2.Mix well and then press your thumb to squeeze out all the liquid from the mix now take some on your fingers and start applying on your face and neck.
3.Rinse it off with lukewarm water.
Potato Face Pack To Remove Dark Spots
Potato helps in eliminating dark spots as they are natural skin lightening agents and it helps in clearing hyperpigmentation and blemishes. Fuller’s earth is known for its skin lightening effect and it works quite effectively as an absorbent that soaks up oil and other impurities easily. This pack works well for oily skin and removes impurities from the skin.
1.Take a fresh potato, peel the skin, cut it into small cubes, and crush the potato to make a smooth paste.
2.Now take two tablespoons of potato paste, add one tablespoon of fuller’s earth commonly known as Multani mitti, add half a tablespoon of rose water and mix it well.
3.Apply this pack on your face and neck and leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes wash it off with cold water.
Sandalwood Face Pack
Sandalwood reduces the appearance of bruises and scars. It is rich in antioxidants and helps fight the damage caused by free radicals and thus prevents the formation of wrinkles. Aloe vera is effective in treating fungal and bacterial infections and also supports the production and release of collagen. Here is a mask that removes scars naturally.
- Add one tablespoon of sandalwood powder, add a pinch of turmeric and make a paste, add water or aloe vera gel.
2.Mix it and apply it on the face and leave it for 10 mins.
3.Rinse it off with cool water, while rinsing it off just do a slight circular motion massage to feel the exfoliation of sandalwood powder.
Whenever you feel your face requires therapy going for a facial might cost you a fortune and it is also not a very healthy practice. Usage of DIY facemasks not only saves money but also gives added benefits.