My skin tends to go a little haywire in the winter months, so masks have become an essential part of my skincare routine. Face masks have an array of advantages, from brightening dull skin, exfoliating, soothing irritated skin amongst other benefits, and nothing is better than a mask made from fresh ingredients found right in your kitchen. Today I have 4 tried and true homemade face masks for you to try out this winter! And the best part is each one literally takes minutes to make.
1. Pumpkin Oatmeal Mask
2 tbsp. raw pumpkin
1 tbsp. rolled oats
1 tbsp. honey
Pumpkin is amazing for your skin. It contains vitamins A and D which can help to soften, soothe and brighten skin. Add in the astringent properties of honey and the exfoliating potential of the oatmeal and you have a good mask to help irritated dull skin when mixed together.
2. Ginger and Honey Mask
2 tbsp. Ginger Juice (throw ginger root and water in blender, strain)
1 tbsp. Honey
Ginger is awesome to treat acne scars because of the natural anti-inflammatory elements it contains. Mixed with the honey, and you have an excellent mask for acne clearing. Simply apply the mask, wait 20 minutes and gently wash off. *Fresh Ginger can also be used to dab on acne spots as a spot remover.
3. Cocoa Coffee Mask
1 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa
1 tbsp. ground coffee beans
1 1/2 tbsp. almond oil (or any carrier oil)
Coffee is known to reduce inflammation and redness and as an exfoliator, it gently removes dead skin and gives life to a dull complexion. Cocoa is a good source of antioxidants and it also contains sulfur, which is great for fighting acne. Simply mix together to make a paste, apply to face an after about 20 minutes gently wash off of your face.
4. Sweet Potato Ginger Mask
3 tbsp. mashed sweet potato (cooked)
2 tsp. grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp. honey
1 tbsp. milk/almond milk/ soy milk
Before you toss those sweet potatoes in your casserole, save a little for this mask! Sweet potatoes are known for their anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties and mixed with the honey and ginger it becomes a mask that'll leave your skin seriously smooth and brighter. Just blend all ingredients until smooth, apply to face for about 30 minutes and gently scrub off.
I hope you find these facial mask ideas helpful! Let me know if you try any and what your thoughts are!
xoxo
LivforLashes
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