6 DIY Face masks to make at home

Yes I’m a person that loves face masks. They just make your skin feel fresh and clean and plus its good for your skin, especially diy face masks. I have been making my own face masks for a while now and love-making them and apply it to my face and scaring my son (it’s so fun and he loves it.) 

The other reason why I love diy face mask it that you can buy all the ingredients from the supermarket and take home and make them in the comfort and privacy of your own home.

I’m going to be sharing 6 different face masks that I’ve tried and loved, they are for all skin types, so go and grab a cuppa and enjoy. 

OATMEAL AND YOGURT FACE MASK

This face mask is suitable for all skin types and is so simple to put together. It will cleanse and rejuvenate your skin.

1 Tbsp Oatmeal, finely ground

1 Tbsp Organic yogurt (plain not flavored)

A few drops of honey

1. Add the yogurt to the oatmeal in a small bowl and mix together.

2. Warm a few drops of honey ( to do this, warm a spoon under hot water for a minute, then add a few drops of honey to the spoon.)

3. Stir the honey into the yogurt and oatmeal mixture.

4. Apply the mask to the face, leave on for 10 minutes.

5. Rinse with warm and pat dry and add moisturizer.

 

DIY COFFEE AND COCO FACE MASK

This face mask is suitable for any skin type. it decreases the puffiness in the face and the eye are, and it also brightens the skin.

4 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

4 Tbsp finely ground espresso or coffee beans ( ground or instant)

8 Tbsp heavy cream or plain yogurt

Optional

2 Tbsp honey ( if you have dry skin )

2 Tbsp lemon juice( if you have oily skin )

1. mix coffee and cocoa powder in a bowl 

2. Add the heavy cream or yogurt and stir until smooth paste forms ( you can use less if you to have a thicker paste )

3. Stir in honey. ( if using lemon juice add here instead of honey)

4. Apply the paste to your face, let the mask dry and leave on for at least 10 minutes.

5. wash off with warm water, pat dry and apply moisturizer.

 

BANANA FACE MASK

Who needs Botox?  not me!! I have bananas!! YES you heard right!! Bananas can be used for an all natural homemade mask. It will leave you feeling moisturized and soft.

1 whole ripe banana

1. Mash up the banana into a smooth paste.

2. Gently apply to your face. leave it on for 10-20 minutes.

3. Rinse off with warm water, pat dry and apply moisturizer.

 

AVOCADO AND HONEY FACE MASK

This mask is great for people with very dry skin. The avocado and coconut oil provides replenishing moisture, while the honey helps to heal any raw areas of the face.

1 half of a very ripe avocado

2 Tbsp honey

1 tsp coconut oil

1. Mash the avocado until it’s smooth and creamy.

2. Add the honey and coconut oil, mix all together until well combined.

3. Apply to the face, leave on for 10-15 minutes.

4. Rinse with warm water, pat dry and apply moisturizer.

 

STRAWBERRY AND LEMON MASK

Strawberries contain salicylic acid ( which is great for acne-prone skin), While the lemon juice helps tighten pores and brighten, honey and yogurt have antibiotic properties.

1/4 cup smashed strawberries

2 Tbsp lemon juice

1 Tbsp yogurt (plain)

1 Tbsp honey

1. Mash strawberries until all mixed together.

2. Add the lemon juice, yogurt and honey and mix everything together until well combined.

3. Apply to the face, leave on for 8-10 minutes.

4. Rinse off with warm water, pat dry and apply moisturizer.

 

TURMERIC FACE MASKS 

This face mask will benefit any skin type, but especially people with scaring, as it can reduce the appearance of them. It also has anti inflammatory qualities that can target your pores to calm the skin. 

1 tsp Turmeric powder

2 tsp Rice flour

3 Tsp Plain yogurt

1.Mix everything in a bowl until well combined ( make sure you use one that is old as turmeric stains).

2. Apply to the face, leave on for 15-20 minutes.

3. Rinse off with warm water, pat dry and apply moisturizer.

I really hope you enjoyed these face masks. Please let me know which one would you try in the comments below 

Hope everyone has an awesome day. 🙂 

Till next time.!!

Kathryn x