Need a little pick me up? You probably have all the ingredients you need!
Face masks have been used for thousands of years, Cleopatra’s use of egg white masks is one famous example. Stories of face masks made from natural ingredients are found in nearly every ancient culture! Check out these 5 amazing homemade face mask recipes that are quick and easy to make!
1. The Anti-Acne Mask
2 tablespoons of pure honey
1 teaspoon of cinnamon
1 wedge of fresh lemon
Warm the honey in the microwave for a few seconds, then combine it with the cinnamon and the juice of a lemon wedge into a small bowl. Cinnamon is known to reduce inflammation and redness plus, it soaks up excess oil when applied topically. Lemon acid not only helps exfoliate your skin, but can minimize the appearance of dark spots, too. Gently massage the mixture onto your face and leave on for about 15-20 minutes, then rinse off.
2. The Exfoliating Mask
2 tablespoons of brown sugar
2 tablespoons of virgin coconut oil
Brown sugar scrubs off dead skin while coconut oil packs it with moisture. The result? A soft and glowy finish. Use equal parts brown sugar and coconut oil to form an easy scrub, apply it on your face in gentle circular motions, let it sink in for a few minutes and wash it off with warm water.
3. The Hydrating Mask
1/2 ripe avocado
1 teaspoon plain organic yogurt
1 teaspoon of honey
This moisturizing mask is great for stressed-out skin from a day outdoors. Mash the avocado until it's soft and then mix in the yogurt and honey until it forms a paste. Apply to your face and leave on for 10-15 minutes. For a more intense dose of hydration, incorporate one or two teaspoons of virgin olive oil into the formula, which instantly softens and smoothes skin.
4. The Pore-Obliterating Mask
1 egg whites
1 teaspoon of orange juice
1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder
Egg white proteins work great on oily skin types because this ingredient tightens pores and zaps acne-causing bacteria. Whisk it with orange juice for a dose of vitamin C, and turmeric, a herb that has brightening properties, to help even out your skin tone. Make sure to wear an old T-shirt since the powder can stain. Leave the mask on for 15 minutes and wash off the mask with water once it's dried.
5. The Blemish-Fighting Mask
2 tablespoons of honey
2 tablespoons of nutmeg
2 teaspoons of milk
Slather on this honey milk mask to treat acne-prone skin. Honey naturally kills off bacteria to prevent future breakouts and nutmeg acts as a gentle exfoliator that's great for sensitive skin. Let it sink in for 10-15 minutes before rinsing and then follow up with your favorite moisturizer.
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